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Guesthouse LaRachelle

3.0 star property
Guests unwind in the peaceful garden or spread out on the spacious terrace while the attentive staff ensures a smooth, hassle-free experience throughout the stay.

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Guesthouse LaRachelle welcomes travelers with a tranquil garden and roomy terrace near the beach. Rooms include WiFi, and laundry facilities simplify longer stays. Guests appreciate the helpful concierge services and convenient express check-out option.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Balcony

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Twin Room

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Swellendam is home to Guesthouse LaRachelle. Swellendam Golf Course and Wilderbraam Berry Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Swellendam Hiking Trail. Visit our Swellendam travel guide
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8 Somerset Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740

What's nearby

  • Drostdy Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Railton Library
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course
    4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail
    6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
    148 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oude Post Bistro
    8 min drive
  • Grace + Merci
    7 min walk
  • Tredici
    12 min walk
  • Republic of Swellendam
    8 min walk
  • The Connection, Swellendam
    7 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse LaRachelle

  • Property highlights
  • Consider a stay at Guesthouse LaRachelle and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
    • A front-desk safe and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Guesthouse LaRachelle boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 18 2025 to May 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per stay

Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 100.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 100.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Is Guesthouse LaRachelle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse LaRachelle?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM– 9:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 200.

What time is check-out at Guesthouse LaRachelle?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Guesthouse LaRachelle located?

Situated in Swellendam, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Swellendam Provincial Hospital, Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam, and Drostdy Museum. Railton Library and Swellendam Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Guesthouse LaRachelle Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem in Swellendam!

We had an amazing stay, highly recommended! This place was homely, calm, relaxing and friendly! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stop over travelling from west coast to Knysna
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saubere Unterkunft mit allem was man braucht. Der Hausherr ist sehr sehr freundlich und hatte allerhand Tipps für uns. Wir haben uns wohlgefühlt und würden jederzeit wieder ein Zimmer buchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Die beiden Eigentümer, waren so freundlich und haben uns jeden Wunsch förmluch von den Lippen abgelesen. Wir können diese Unterkunft nur wärmstens empfehlen! Sehr zentral und fussläufig sind diverse Restaurants zu erreichen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRAIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recomendo!

Hospedagem maravilhosa, lugar muito limpo e bonito. Pessoal muito atencioso. Recomendo!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb

It was a verry clean and cofortable gesthouse with walking distanse to the town centre. The hosts were verry welkoming, helpful and arranged a taxi tour to the wineestates for us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We received a warm welcome to a very pretty guesthouse. All facilties and toiletries were provided and breakfast was fresh and tasty!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un hôte tres agréable. Nous avons été tres bien reçus et le petit déjeuner était parfait. Une personne vraimant charmante, c'était un plaisir.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luiz Octavio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonja

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aletta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021