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Popular hotels in Free State

Discover well-known properties in Free State that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,441 hotels in Free State and price data was last updated on 26 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Free State is $77/night.
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Golden Gate Highlands National Park R 712 (Clarens Road) Free State, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets is conveniently located in the popular Golden Gate Highlands National Park area. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a good night's sleep. 24-hour front desk, facilities for disabled guests, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park are just some of the facilities on offer. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as television LCD/plasma screen, non smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating, wake-up service. To enhance guests' stay, the hotel offers recreational facilities such as tennis courts, horse riding, garden. Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets combines warm hospitality with a lovely ambiance to make your stay in Clarens unforgettable.
7.8
Good
74 reviews
Location
18.9 km from city centre
19 President Steyn Avenue, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Paying tribute to JRR Tolkien and his work, this boutique hotel is located near Bloemfontein’s centre and impresses with exquisite furnishings and a tranquil setting. Radiating a unique charm, Hobbit Boutique Hotel features a small number of luxurious rooms and suites. Start the day with a swim in the outdoor pool. Afterwards, you can dry on a lounger in the sun and read a newspaper before having breakfast. Antique furnishings and elements such as a fireplace in the lounge or fountain in the garden make Hobbit Hotel a tranquil retreat. Enjoy a stroll through the beautifully landscaped garden or study a book from the library in one of the window seats. The attentive staff is at your service 24-hours per day and happy to arrange a rental car, meeting or airport shuttle. Why not have a drink at the hotel bar after a long and active day? The restaurant is specialized in traditional South African meals, making for a delicious dinner.
Free Wi-Fi
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8.7
Excellent
327 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
Cnr. Nelson Mandela And Melville Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Situated in Bloemfontein, 3.2 km from Oliewenhuis Art Gallery, Southern Sun Bloemfontein features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk. Rooms are fitted with a kettle, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box, while certain rooms come with a balcony and some have garden views. At Southern Sun Bloemfontein each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Boyden Observatory is 25 km from Southern Sun Bloemfontein, while Gallery On Leviseur Bloemfontein is 1.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bram Fischer International Airport, 11 km from the hotel.
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7.7
Good
680 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
723 Van Reenen street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
Set just 26 km from Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Ash River Lodge features accommodation in Clarens with access to a garden, a tennis court, as well as room service. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. The bed and breakfast also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The units come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, fridge, a kettle, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or garden views. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Clarens Golf Club, Art and Wine Gallery on Main and Blou Donki Gallery. The nearest airport is Moshoeshoe International Airport, 183 km from Ash River Lodge.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
528 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
2 Wynand Mouton Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as an LCD TV and a garden. Other amenities include towels, an electric kettle, an ironing board, and a desk.
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7.1
Good
111 reviews
Location
3.2 km from city centre
34 A Waverley Road, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a TV, as well as a garden and climate control. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage.
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9.1
Excellent
27 reviews
Location
4.3 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Free State

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Free State. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 26 July 2024.
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:March
Average price in Free State:$77/night
Cheapest price found:$20/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$69 - $94
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$65 - $92
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Free State hotels

Browse through properties in Free State that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,441 properties in Free State and data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in Free State. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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101 Henry Street, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$117
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202 Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$93
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Corner Main Street & Van Der Merwe Street PO Box 220, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$121
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6 Stapelberg Street, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$110
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Cheapest hotels in Free State, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Free State that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Free State can be found for as low as $60 per night. There is currently one property in Free State that can be booked for this price. Lala Dene Lodge is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Free State. Price data was last updated on 26 July 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hotels in Free State we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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75 President Reitz Ave, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$60
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1 James Scott Street, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$64
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175 Main Street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$66
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4 Nauhaus Street, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$69
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Cnr Parfitt Ave Nelson Mandela, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$75
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3 Dominee Kok Street, Ferreira, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
11.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$76
Avg. per night
10 & 12 Stapelberg Street, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$81
Avg. per night
390 Church Street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$83
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Hotel prices in Free State

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Free State to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Free State at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 26 July 2024.
We've come across the following hotels in Free State with different price and hotel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
2 stars and under
10 & 12 Stapelberg Street, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
3 Dominee Kok Street, Ferreira, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
3 stars
Golden Gate Highlands National Park R 712 (Clarens Road) Free State, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
Cnr Parfitt Ave Nelson Mandela, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
175 Main Street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
4 stars +
6 Stapelberg Street, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Corner Main Street & Van Der Merwe Street PO Box 220, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
202 Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

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Where to stay in Free State

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Facts about staying in Free State

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Free State to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 26 July 2024.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Free State?

    Welkom, Bloemfontein, and Clarens are some of the most favoured places to stay in Free State.

  • What are the best hotels in Free State?

    Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens, rated with a score of 8.3 from 1,079 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Free State. Other top stays include The Tredenham Boutique Hotel, with an average rating of 9.0 from 1,186 reviewers, and Golden Gate Hotel, with a score of 7.8 from 64 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Free State Stadium?

    A good hotel close to Free State Stadium is City Living Boutique Hotel (rated 8.1/10 from 122 reviews).

  • What is a good hotel in Free State near Mangaung Oval?

    Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein is rated 7.7 from 342 reviews and is close to Mangaung Oval.

  • Is there a good hotel near Central University of Technology?

    If you’re planning to stay near Central University of Technology, you should consider City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein, which has a score of 8.4 from 1,043 reviews.

  • When is the best time to stay in Free State?

    To make the most of your budget while staying in Free State, consider scheduling your visit during the month of September, known for the lowest prices. On average, the cost per night for lodging in Free State during September is $20/night. Conversely, March in Free State is the priciest time, with accommodations reaching approximately $77/night per night, making it less economical.

  • What is the most popular city in Free State to stay in?

    Welkom is the most popular city to stay in Free State based on user search data. Other popular places include Bloemfontein and Clarens if you’re looking for other options.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Free State?

    There’s so much to see and do in Free State, but we’ve found that the most popular landmarks are Free State Stadium, Mangaung Oval, and Central University of Technology. You’ll want to stay in Bloemfontein to visit Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein to visit Mangaung Oval, and Bloemfontein to visit Central University of Technology.

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