Barrel and Blues Inn

Located in the Swellendam CBD, Barrel & Blues is the ideal destination for backpackers and travelers. Designed for the young at heart, our rooms are located above our restaurant and bar where live shows are available on certain days. Barrel & Blues Backpackers is located at the corner of Andrew Whyte Street & Voortrek Street. Famous for its pub, steaks, and live music shows, we are the ideal stop for the young at heart. We have restored to heritage building back to its former glory where you will be stunned by our wooden finishings and vintage furniture.

Area Info

Swellendam is the third oldest town in South Africa, a town with 17,537 inhabitants situated in the Western Cape province. The town has over 50 provincial heritage sites, most of them buildings of Cape Dutch architecture. Swellendam is situated on the N2, approximately 220 km from both Cape Town and George.

Units and Rooms

Dorm Room 1

Guests: 1

Dorm room 4x bunk beds. The room is shared with other guests. Whilst we try our best to ensure your peace please note rooms are located above our pub and restaurant. Bathroom is shared with other guests.

Quiet En-suite Family Room

Guests: 4

Each of our rooms is en-suite with a large walk-in shower amenities, free wi-fi access and loads of space. Designed for a quiet retreat the room is located behind the restaurant and bar where live shows are available on certain days.

Dorm room 2

Guests: 1

shared backpacker dorm room