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A house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a chandelier, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A patio area with a hanging planter containing small plants and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

1. Lemon & Lime Guest House

Park West, 2.6 km from University of the Free State

Peter

₩82,179

₩94,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A large tree in front of a building with a flat roof and large windows.

A room with a wooden floor, a bed, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

A building exterior with a patio area, a wooden table and chairs, and two large planters with small trees.

2. The Nightingale Guesthouse

Park West, 2.7 km from University of the Free State

Marina

₩83,974

₩96,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel entrance with a tiled roof, palm trees, and a car parked in front.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating, a staircase, and a well-maintained garden.

A covered walkway with tiled flooring, wooden ceiling beams, and potted plants.

3. Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

Brandwag, 2.7 km from University of the Free State

Mthembeni

₩96,849

₩112,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a glass facade and a staircase leading up to the door.

A patio area with a table set for breakfast, including plates, cups, and a vase of flowers.

A well-maintained garden with various tropical plants and palm trees, a neatly trimmed lawn, and a brick building in the background.

4. City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

Willows, 3 km from University of the Free State

Christiaan

₩110,242

₩126,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A large house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a waterfall feature.

A building entrance with large potted plants, a covered walkway, and hanging lights.

A modern living room with a large window, leather sofas, zebra-patterned cushions, and a glass coffee table.

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

Willows, 2.8 km from University of the Free State

Tim

₩138,879

₩161,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A residential pool area with a palm tree, a dining table, and chairs.

Two wicker chairs with floral cushions, a small potted orchid on a table, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a double bed, two bedside tables, a small wooden bench, and a large window with curtains.

The exterior of Adelante Lodge with a modern design, a signboard with the lodge's name and a five-star rating, and a well-maintained garden area.

6. Adelante Lodge

Brandwag, 2.2 km from University of the Free State

Mathaothe M

₩93,268

₩107,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a decorative pillow with a nature pattern.

A sign for 'Die Moorbei-boom' with a contact number and address.

A living room with a grey sofa, a patterned rug, a painting, a wooden desk, a television, and a kitchenette.

A compact kitchen with a sink, microwave, toaster, and refrigerator.

7. Die Moerbeiboom

Langenhoven Park, 2.3 km from University of the Free State

Tony

₩79,532

₩79,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A poolside area with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a building with large windows.

A bar area with four wicker bar stools, a bicycle, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A living room with a television, a coffee table with flowers, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A poolside area with wicker furniture, a dining table, and a small building with a tiled roof.

8. Rise and Shine Lodge

Universitas, 1.2 km from University of the Free State

Patricia

₩82,538

₩94,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A dining table set for breakfast with plates of food, cups, and cutlery.

A hallway with a wooden door, potted plants, and a chair.

A living room with a dark brown sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative vase with white flowers. There are two clocks on the wall and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio area, a bed visible through the sliding glass door, and outdoor seating.

9. Abiénto Guesthouse

Park West, 2.6 km from University of the Free State

Stephen

₩84,296

₩96,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A well-maintained garden with a patio area featuring white outdoor furniture.

A wall with framed awards, a large ornate vase with a plant, and a wooden dresser.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with a counter and stools, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a decorative wall with various items.

10. THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Universitas, 1.8 km from University of the Free State

Janet

₩63,302

₩112,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed painting of a tree, and a red bedspread.

A gated entrance with a sign indicating a 15-minute waiting period.

A covered patio with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a garden with red flowers.

A modern building with a covered entrance, a car parked in front, and a paved driveway.

11. A Little Guesthouse

3.1 km from University of the Free State

₩92,855

₩92,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

12. Premier Hotel Anta Boga

Brandwag, 2 km from University of the Free State

yang

₩99,411

₩114,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

An outdoor entrance with a white brick wall, a glass door, and a tiled floor leading to a covered area.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, a fan, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and curtains.

A white brick building with a gated entrance, a sign indicating admission rights, and a potted plant.

A doorway with a 'Welcome' sign, a closed sign, and a 'Closed' sign on the right.

13. B&B at Bloem

Universitas, 1.5 km from University of the Free State

₩56,866

₩56,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A spacious loft-style living area with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and a large chandelier. There is a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a round coffee table, and a reception desk.

A buffet with various food items and drinks, including fruits, cheeses, and pastries.

A modern bar area with a Heineken sign, a television, and a fireplace.

A covered outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture and a glass coffee table.

14. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

Brandwag, 1.6 km from University of the Free State

Donnie

₩129,278

₩150,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A courtyard with brick buildings, a red fire hydrant, and various plants.

A dining area with a brick wall, wooden tables, and chairs. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, and cabinets.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a shower area.

A gated entrance with a wooden sign reading "TSSSEBE GUESTHOUSE 5".

15. Tsessebe Guesthouse

Langenhoven Park, 1.3 km from University of the Free State

Anonymous traveler

₩57,418

₩66,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

16. City Living Boutique Hotel

Brandwag, 2.8 km from University of the Free State

Peter

₩99,585

₩114,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A garden with a stone pathway, various plants, and a grassy area.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, and a bench.

A building with a tiled roof, a fountain, and a well-maintained lawn.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.

17. Rusplek Guesthouse and Conference Centre

Universitas, 1.7 km from University of the Free State

Faye

₩50,240

₩57,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted artwork, and a view of greenery outside.

A covered patio with a glass-top table, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A room with a white desk, a chair, a mirror, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious living area with a wooden cabinet, a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a microwave.

18. Oakwood Lodge

Westdene, 3.1 km from University of the Free State

André

₩68,183

₩78,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A hotel with a large tree in front, a gated entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There are two tables with orange tablecloths, and a dining area with chairs.

A covered outdoor area with a paved walkway, a car parked under a canopy, and a building with large windows and a sign reading "Premier."

19. Premiere Guest House

Brandwag, 1.9 km from University of the Free State

Thabo

₩99,689

₩99,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern house with a well-lit interior, a dining area, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a sliding glass door to a balcony, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair.

A swimming pool with a thatched roof structure and a stone wall with carved designs.

A garden pathway leading to a house with a checkered stone floor, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

20. Bayswater Lodge

Bayswater, 6.2 km from University of the Free State

Mark

₩76,868

₩88,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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Compare popular hotels close to University of the Free State

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lemon & Lime Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
The Nightingale Guesthouse	9.2 Wonderful 27 reviews	View
Villa Bali Luxury Guest House	9.0 Wonderful 92 reviews	View
City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein	8.8 Excellent 202 reviews	View
Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake	8.6 Excellent 148 reviews	View

Top University of the Free State Hotel Reviews

Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room the staff is great everything is excellent"

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and friendly , safe parking ."

THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

10/10 Excellent

"Very welcoming and accommodating."

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly helpful staff. Great all round"

Loch Logan Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very good and comfortable"

Abiénto Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"It is a lovely property in a good location with friendly staff."

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent room, charming staff, clean and good service."

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Pikkie Park

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Totius Park

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Vulkaan

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Mega World

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of the Free State?

University of the Free State is located in an area of Bloemfontein that travelers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near University of the Free State?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from University of the Free State. Other good choices close by include B&B at Bloem and Tsessebe Guesthouse.

How many hotels can I expect to find near University of the Free State?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of the Free State.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of the Free State, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to University of the Free State.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of the Free State?

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What can I see and do near University of the Free State?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at National Museum Bloemfontein and National Women's Monument and War Museum. Enjoy the outdoors at Free State National Botanical Garden, Hertzog Square, or Kwarts. Jim Fauche, Totius Park, and Vulkaan are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for University of the Free State hotels

1. Lemon & Lime Guest House

2. The Nightingale Guesthouse

3. Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

4. City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

6. Adelante Lodge

7. Die Moerbeiboom

8. Rise and Shine Lodge

9. Abiénto Guesthouse

10. THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

11. A Little Guesthouse

12. Premier Hotel Anta Boga

13. B&B at Bloem

14. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

15. Tsessebe Guesthouse

16. City Living Boutique Hotel

17. Rusplek Guesthouse and Conference Centre

18. Oakwood Lodge

19. Premiere Guest House

20. Bayswater Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to University of the Free State

Top University of the Free State Hotel Reviews

Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

Loch Logan Hotel

Abiénto Guesthouse

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

Other attractions near University of the Free State

Twell Cresent

Kwarts

Pikkie Park

Forsyth

Jim Fauche

Totius Park

Vulkaan

Mega World

Frequently asked questions