The Lighthouse Guesthouse

The Lighthouse Guesthouse offers luxury, yet reasonably priced accommodation in Colesberg, in the heart of the Great Karoo. The guest house has been well established in Colesberg since 1989 and has been 31 years in the family. Expect a warm welcome, friendly personal service and distinctive style. Accommodation is offered in tastefully decorated en-suite units, ideal for families or business traveller. Each unit is equipped with quality linen and fresh towels, fans and heaters, electric blankets, a tea and coffee station, and DStv with a selection of movies, Kyknet and sport channels. Air-conditioning is available in selected rooms. Some rooms have kitchenettes equipped with a fridge, microwave and a kettle. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available. Secure parking is provided. The guest house has lovely gardens, and pets are permitted on request at an additional fee. The Lighthouse Guesthouse offers breakfast, on request at an additional cost. Guests can enjoy an evening meal at 3 restaurants situated in the same street. TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2015 -2020. Bookings.com 8.8/10 Guest Reviewers Award 2016 and 2020. Proud nominee of the Sanlam Top Destination Awards 2016 and 2017.

Area Info

The guest house is situated in the main street of Colesburg, the perfect halfway stop town just off the N1 Highway between all major centres: Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Durban and Johannesburg.

The Colesberg-Kemper Museum with its 19th century toy collection and memorabilia is the permanent home to the UNISA Karoo Nomad Photographic Exhibition. Of interest are also the Anglo-Boer War and the Struggle rooms. Together with Anglo-Boer War sites and a fine selection of 19th century buildings Colesberg offers an exciting reflection on the past and present. In close proximity you can enjoy a nine-hole golf course with challenging Karoo fairways, well-maintained grass greens and well-equipped club house facilities.

Units and Rooms

Double en-suite with BATH

Guests: 2

This room contains a queen-size four-poster bed and an en-suite bathroom with a bath and handheld shower attachment. The room has its own lounge area. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Twin Room with BATH- 2 beds

Guests: 2

This comfortable room is furnished with 2 single beds, and an en-suite bathroom with a bath and handheld shower attachment. A sliding door leads into a tranquil garden setting. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Family Room for 4

Guests: 4

This room sleeps 4 and contains a queen-size bed, 2 single beds, air-con and a large bathroom with a slipper bath, shower and double basin. Sliding doors open to a patio. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Family unit with interleading rooms

Guests: 4

This unit has 2 bedrooms ideal for a family or 2 couples. The 1st room has a queen-size bed, and the adjoining room has 2 single beds. The spacious bathroom has a bath and a shower. The room has a lounge area with air-con.

Family Cottage for 6

Guests: 6

This large cottage is ideal for larger families or a group and has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchenette. The 1st room has a double and 2 single beds, and there are 2 single beds in the 2nd bedroom. The 1st bathroom has a shower and the other a bath.

small modern Double en-suite with shower

Guests: 2

Small modern double en-suite with aircon, dstv and shower with secure parking