Name: The Bay Lodge
Address: 15 Birkenhead St, Gansbaai, 7220, South Africa, De Kelders, De Kelders, De Kelders, 7220, South Africa
Rating: 9

Smoke-free property

Heating

All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

General

Non-smoking rooms

Room service

Hairdryer

Shower/Bathtub

Shower

Wardrobe/Closet

Linens

Slippers

Toiletries

Rooms

Safe-deposit box

Services and amenities

Free Wi-Fi

Internet

Sun Deck

Recreation

Free parking

Parking

Beach/pool towels

Pool and beach

Pets Not Allowed

Pets

Location

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The Bay Lodge

De Kelders

child-bed

child-bed-fee

external-private-bathroom

private-bathroom

shared-bathroom

10-beds

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4-beds

40-beds

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7-beds

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9-beds

king-bed

queen-bed

limited-time

lounge

treatment

no-window

bay-view

bosphorus-view

canal-view

city-view

courtyard-view

garden-view

golf-view

harbour-view

inland-view

lake-view

land-view

mountain-view

ocean-front

ocean-view

oceanside

panoramic-view

park-view

partial-ocean-view

partial-sea-view

partial-view

pool-view

river-view

sea-front

sea-view

street-view

sunrise-view

sunset-view

water-view

with-view

annex

basement

main-building

1-bedroom

2-bedrooms

3-bedrooms

4-bedrooms

5-bedrooms

6-bedrooms

not-guaranteed

wired-internet-access

smoking

sauna

duplex

safe

mini-bar

breakfast-for-1

breakfast-for-2

pets-allowed

wi-fi

kitchen

My wife and teenage daughter stayed for two nights as the first leg of driving the Garden Route from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. The Bay Lodge was a great way to start with our host (Villieria) looking after us (she booked a restaurant for us the day we arrived; she gave us feedback on the shark diving tours).  The lodge is a double story house with about 5 rooms overlooking the ocean. We had the room on the ground floor connecting to the kitchen but we did not feel crowded in. Villiieria had a good sense of balance between looking after us and leaving us time to ourselves. She came and went without us noticing. The room itself was well decorated with a mini bar and fridge and a spacious balcony overlooking the ocean (great for a sundowner glass of champagne). There is a short walk down to the beachfront and nice to walk along. It is possible to swim close to the shore but there are no designated swimming areas. The included breakfast prepared by both Villieria and her maid Mavis was great (hot cooked breakfast, cereals, juice, coffee, etc). Villieria had booked dinner for us at 'Thyme At Rosemary' restaurant which was very good. Just a few mins drive from the lodge to Gansbaai. After a two night stay we continued on our travels along the Garden Route but looking back this was my favourite B&B on the trip. Thank you Villieria

Great B&B with ocean views

On arrival we were greeted with a Southern Right Whale breaching right near the rocks by the B&B. Our host was very quick to point it out to us so we didn't miss the sight.
She was very friendly and showed us to our room, which had the most amazing views, and we were once again blesses with the sight of the whales in the bay.
The room was comfortable and well appointed with a small, but adequate bathroom. Unfortunately due to the rain, we did not have an opportunity to sit out on our balcony (which looked the perfect spot for sun-downers), but we were still able to pour ourselves a glass of wine, sit on the bed and enjoy the sunset and whales from our window.
The house is set on a very quiet street, and all I could hear during the night was the sea.
The breakfast the next morning was delicious, and there were a lot of items to choose from.
Definitely recommended for the area.

Great views, great location and great host

What a lovely weekend with the family. Villeira was amazing and made the stay extra special with beautiful rooms, perfect view and lovely breakfast. Catching a few fish off the rocks was just an added bonus.

Best host and view

While we are in Cape Town, we had a weekend off in Gansbaai. We stayed at The Bay Lodge and it was so calm and peaceful there, far away from the big city. We loved every minute of our stay, the rooms were clean and beautiful views of the ocean but especially the host lady was so so so kind and helpful. We really loved her!

Feels like coming home

Arriving at the Bay Lodge was like arriving at home or at granny's. Villeria was a very welcoming host and made sure we did not miss anything. We have been the only guests in the house with approximately 5 nice decorated guestrooms. We slept in the rooms directly facing the ocean...unfortunately we could not see the whale that Villeria already spotted in the bay.

When asking her for a restaurant recommendation, she organized us a reservation at Thymes at Rosemary's, which has been a traditional experience of its kind.

We did not miss anything and felt welcomed and almost at home.

Vacation at Granny's

What a lovely place. Baby of 16 months accomdated for with super comfy and warm travel cot with mozzie net.  Super view of ocean from room! Home from home host, nothing is too much trouble. Rooms are clean and tidy with lovely smelling toiletries if needed.

Home from home

Unfortunately, we were in Gansbaai while it was continuously raining. However, we enjoyed the stay in The Bay Lodge even more. The house is cozy. We had a room on the Ground Floor with view to the stormy sea. It was great to see the heavy weaves. The room was clean and Villieria who hosted us was tireless available to help us. Unfortunately, we missed the breakfast as we were out early for Shark diving but other guests told us that the breakfast is always amazing.

Great location with great view

The rooms are beautifully appointed with most of the bedrooms boasting a sea view.  We were lucky to have a room with a full balcony facing the sea. Extras like a hairdryer and  extra blankets and throws, contributed to the wellbeing of guests,  Tea, coffee, milk, etc., were provided and amply so.  The bathrooms are well appointed and has all the little extra's like shampoo, a shower cap, lotions, soap, etc. The breakfast was basic but again ample with cereals, fruit salad, and bacon/egg/toast, served with preserves.  The owner made us feel very welcome and at home. I would highly recommend this establishment.

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