Title: Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Guesthouse in Bela-Bela with outdoor pool and restaurant ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/9cde7367.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/c3055589.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/f37ab6ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/2590f60a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Chalet (S/Catering 6 sleeper) | Premium bedding, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/3d5001d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Golden Lantern Guest Lodge offers a quiet getaway with a beautiful garden and welcoming restaurant. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or relax in peaceful surroundings. Multilingual staff and free WiFi in common areas ensure a comfortable stay. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Pool - Free WiFi - Parking included - Restaurant £34 includes taxes & fees 19 Sept - 20 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 18 - Sept 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 19 - Sept 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=36768662&PinnedHotelID=36768662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/232a660e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Fan Deep-soaking bath Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Family Suite | Premium bedding, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/187a83fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Fan Deep-soaking bath Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Suite (Private S/Catering) | Premium bedding, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36768700/36768662/3082e427.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (Private S/Catering) ### Highlights Separate dining area Heating Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Fan - 30 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBela-Bela-Hotels-Golden-Lantern-Guest-Lodge.h36768662.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBela-Bela-Hotels-Golden-Lantern-Guest-Lodge.h36768662.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-24.88270%2C28.29690&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=x2_JJJzw0HoceQg710TtxPFhyxQ=) 22 Van Der Merwe St, Bela-Bela, Limpopo, 0480 #### What's nearby - Bosveld Mall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Bela Bela Local Municipality - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Bela Bela Flea Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Bela-Bela Mosque - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate - 38 min drive - 20.9 miles #### Getting around - Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 102 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Agri Deli - ‬3 min drive - ‪Nando's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ocean Basket - ‬3 min drive - ‪Jakkelsgat - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Property highlights Golden Lantern Guest Lodge provides amenities, such as a garden and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - English breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and smoke-free property - Multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge boast comforts, such as premium bedding. More amenities include: - Heating and fans - Rainfall showers, deep-soaking baths and toilet paper - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site ### Food and drink - Weekday English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 80 for children - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Beer Garden ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Fenced pool - Outdoor pool - Pool gate ### Conveniences - Guidebooks ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead - Toilet paper ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Desk - Fan - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: ZAR 300.0 per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 100.00 for adults and from ZAR 80.00 for children - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Firewood fee: ZAR 20.00 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Guesthouse Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Guesthouse Bela-Bela Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Bela-Bela Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Golden Lantern Guest Bela Bela Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Bela-Bela Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Guesthouse Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Guesthouse Bela-Bela ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Golden Lantern Guest Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge? > As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge on 19 Sept 2025 start from £34.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bela-Bela-Hotels-Golden-Lantern-Guest-Lodge.h36768662.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Golden Lantern Guest Lodge pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Golden Lantern Guest Lodge? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Golden Lantern Guest Lodge located? > Situated in Bela-Bela, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Smart Center, Bela Bela Local Municipality and Het Bad Natuurreservaat. Bela Bela Flea Market and Bosveld Mall are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Golden Lantern Guest Lodge Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lerato 11 Sept 2022 #### Nice stay It was very good staff was friendly and the place is very clean ##### Lerato Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Livhuwani 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort The bed was so terrible, the mattress was poking me n everytime i move it makes noise...sleeper couch was worse...TV is too small ,is like watching soccer on a laptop while is 5m away...security as well...electric fence and remote gate needed. ##### Livhuwani Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kgothatso Lucky 24 Oct 2024 ##### Kgothatso Lucky Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zanyiwe 10 Dec 2023 ##### Zanyiwe Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mahlatse 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay ##### Mahlatse Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Precious 15 Oct 2023 ##### Precious Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iris 8 Sept 2023 ##### Iris Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### M 3 Sept 2023 ##### M Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne Molefe 23 Jan 2023 ##### Wayne Molefe Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esther 1 Jan 2023 ##### Esther Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### SJ 3 Oct 2022 ##### SJ Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry 19 Sept 2022 ##### Terry Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Amukelani 21 Mar 2022 ##### Amukelani Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amor 6 Mar 2022 ##### Amor Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kgomotso wendy 17 Dec 2021 ##### Kgomotso wendy Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Visa 13 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Memorable Stay Friendly and Helpful Staff, Clean and Comfortable Rooms. Need Extra Chair in the room in future. ##### Visa Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Moses 14 Nov 2021 Disliked: Room comfort ##### Moses Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Gcinile Ettie 3 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very nice ##### Gcinile Ettie Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abegale 26 Sept 2021 ##### Abegale Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 13 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness Good ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen 11 Sept 2021 ##### Maureen Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Motsebi 30 Aug 2021 ##### Motsebi Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mmamafala 15 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable,Peace of mind stay!! I can’t complain…the staff was very active,helpful and very friendly,my stays with The golden lantern is always fruitful and comfortable 😂😂😂😂 ##### Mmamafala Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Arthur 11 Apr 2021 ##### Arthur Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chinah 6 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The best place ever The best place ever, the staff is so friendly and the place is very clean... 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