By the Way Guesthouse

Property class: 3.5

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Consider a stay at By the Way Guesthouse and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is £38
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Petal

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted painting.

Pebble

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, a mirror, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Moss

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Studio

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Deluxe Studio

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Clarens is home to By the Way Guesthouse. Shoppers can check out Dihlabeng Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Clarens Nature Reserve and Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Clarens travel guide
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898 Sias Oosthuizen Street, Clarens, Free State, 9707

What's nearby

  • Clarens Brewery
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Clarens Golf Club
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Clarens Nature Reserve
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Goble Park
    55 min drive - 29.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Clementines Restaurant & Bar
    8 min walk
  • The Lazy Gecko Cafe
    10 min walk
  • Clarens Brewery
    9 min walk
  • The Posthouse Restaurant
    11 min walk
  • Gosto
    8 min walk

About this property

By the Way Guesthouse

  • Property highlights
  • Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar at By the Way Guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • Barbecues, concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at By the Way Guesthouse include amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes and fridges

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Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at By the Way Guesthouse?

Self-parking is free at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at By the Way Guesthouse?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at By the Way Guesthouse on 2 Nov 2026 start from £38, including 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at By the Way Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at By the Way Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is By the Way Guesthouse located?

Situated in Clarens, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Clarens Brewery and Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail. Clarens Nature Reserve is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

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Reviews

By the Way Guesthouse Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The stay was comfortable and very pleasant.
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

24hours stay

Was a pleasant stay love the unit is beautiful and spacious and our host friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful and Charming with Delicious Breakfast

We couldn't have asked for a better stay at By the Way Guesthouse. This beautifully decorated lodge is cozy and charming. The owners were very welcoming and helpful and the breakfasts, which can be delivered to your room, were to die for. I hope to return and stay in some of the other rooms - it was hard to choose just one!
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome, beautiful touches in the unit. The full size stove/oven was a great help. Dining table, comfy sofa and bed with a warm vibe were all wonderful. Host was kind and responsive. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay

My stay at By The Way was amazing even though I stayed for a night only but the place comfortable and relaxing I’m looking forward to comeback and stay for a weekend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
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8/10 Good

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Angenehmer Aufenthalt

Uns hat es im By the Way gut gefallen. Lediglich die nahe Fernstrasse/Kreuzung kann am Morgen bisschen laut sein.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast baskets were an absolute treat, and we looked forward to them each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rezeption ist nicht ständig besetzt und es empfiehlt sich ein benutzbares Mobiltelefon dabei zu haben. Wenn niemand im Haus ist muss man anrufen. Ansonsten gab es keine Beanstandung. Das Haus liegt gleich an der Abzweigung nach Clarens und in die Ottsmitte sind es ein paar hundert Meter zu Fuss. (Grösstenteils kein Fussgängerweg vorhanden)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hosts & great facilities, thank you!!!

The guesthouse is ideally located next to sites where you can enjoy various activities, it's easy to find right at the entrance of Clarens. We enjoyed the service, very flexible and friendly. I would recommend this guest house whether for business or leisure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
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8/10 Good

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Very pleasant owner

Helpful, walking distance from centre of activities. Large apartment with nice balcony. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little treasure in Clarens

What an amazing find! My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend stay and found the accommodation charming. We especially enjoyed the picnic baskets served to your room, allowing us to enjoy the welcome luxury of having breakfast in bed. A delightful, great value stay - highly recommended!!! Thank you so much to the chef owner who also accommodated our complicated dietary requirements - really very appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
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10/10 Excellent

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A bit of England in Africa

Had a great time. So close to the activity.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018