Golden Gate Hotel

Property class: 3

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At Golden Gate Hotel, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, tiled walls, and a window.

Chalet, Shower Grab Bars

  • Park view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, tiled walls, and a window.

Chalet with Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A bathroom with a green-tiled wall, a white bathtub, a white sink, and a mirror above the sink.

Chalet with Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Premier Luxury Suite

  • Park view
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a green armchair, a nightstand, and a large window with green curtains.

North Facing Large Room with Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bathtub, a red sofa, a television, and artwork on the walls.

Honeymoon Room

  • Park view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Shower Grab Bars (North Facing Room)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, Shower Grab Bars (North Facing Room)

  • Park view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Large North Facing Room with Bath

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Large North Facing Room with Bath

  • Park view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, Accessible Bathtub (North Facing Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Golden Gate Hotel is in a national park. Shoppers can check out Mandela Park Shopping Centre, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Clarens Nature Reserve and Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail. Visit our Golden Gate Highlands National Park travel guide
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Golden Gate National Park, Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Free State, 9707

What's nearby

  • Clarens Golf Club
    30 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Clarens Brewery
    30 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail
    30 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Clarens Nature Reserve
    32 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Basotho Cultural Village
    39 min drive - 18.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Sugar & Cinnamon
    7 min drive
  • Trout And Mallard Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • Phoka Coffee
    3 min drive
  • Di Bus Stop
    7 min drive
  • Maluti Melt
    9 min drive

About this property

Golden Gate Hotel

  • Hotel in a national park
  • At Golden Gate Hotel, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and meeting rooms
    • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and a lift
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Golden Gate Hotel include comforts, such as air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with Jetted bath and free toiletries
    • TVs with satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Gate Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Golden Gate Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden Gate Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Golden Gate Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Golden Gate Hotel located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 16 miles (25 km) of Clarens Brewery, Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail and Clarens Nature Reserve. Basotho Cultural Village and University of The Free State Qwaqwa Campus are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Golden Gate Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 261 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

We spent 1 night in a “chalet.” It was spacious with a large shared terrace overlooking the mountains. The restaurant food was fine and the service was good. It was ideal staying inside the park and this is a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and nothing is too much to ask to make my stay comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good sleepover on our way to Clare's.

Even though a bit pricey, old and in need of some tlc, the accommodation was clean, everything worked and we had a lovely stay.The area is breathtaking, the staff friendly and the service good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The best location we ever had.

The location is the best we ever had. The staff is very kind and helpfull. The hotelrooms are good but need some attention. The restaurant serves a good buffet during breakfast and diner. Overall a very good location to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff who are eager to help
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick stayover in Clarens

We had a 1 night stay over at the Golden Gate hotel. We initially thought we booked at the hotel but was surprised that we had booked a chalet. The chalet was perfect with its own braai (BBQ) outside and all the amenities required for a proper self catering experience. Would definitely stay there again as it about a 15 minute scenic drive to Clarens.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The surroundings are beautiful. The chalet is old, but ok. The food for breakfast and dinner in the restaurant is terrible. Cold meat and pasta and vergetables at the buffet. The lounge snacks are better, but not open after 18:00
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The place was not fully up to standard and felt outdated in the chalets and the staff even though they were very friendly, the service for the breakfast took very long and the continental breakfast was not up to standard however the view was absolutely breathtaking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

The most beautiful and stunning mountain view and surroundings. The staff is very friendly and helpfull.Water was seeping through the bathroom floor resulting in the bathroom being flooded.There was no hot water in the bathroom, so we had to boil water in order to wash.There was an unbearable noise coming from the roof, the fan extractor in the bathroom couple with the noise from the generator right in front of the room.The hotel and the room in particular requires urgent maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Great stay with minor critique

Great stay, few things that could've been better. Wi-Fi doesn't reach the rooms, which is especially bad since the TV signal was (understandable) grainy at best. The AC unit in our room was a welcome commodity however it was making a loud mechanical noise the entire time it was on. All staff was really friendly and the rooms and common areas were very clean. Some confusion with the restaurant, we paid for bed and breakfast but on the second day of the trip was asked to pay for breakfast. One of the big reasons we chose Golden Gate was to see the vultures at the vulture restaurant but was very disappointed, no vultures and it looked like they hadn't been fed there in quiet some time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place

Great and amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay at Golden Gate Hotel

It was a fantastic stay, very friendly staff and a beautiful hotel room
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well maintained facilities

Very well maintained hotel and really good value for money. Friendly staff and beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay with Amazing views

The whole experience was Amazing, everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful location....stunning surroundings
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The mountain views

Excellent stay. Room with park and mountain view. Enjoyed the mountain hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gem of a hotel in great natural setting

Great hotel in an amazing setting. Very friendly and helpful staff. Huge rooms with great views of the Golden Gate national park. We stayed 1 night, should have stayed more.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, except air conditioning was noisy and the food was bland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

9 September 2022

A very good experience. Asked to upgrade room arrival and process was easy and willingly done. Buffet dinner very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
View is incredible. Staff very noisy in the morning early! I had to ask them to be quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is a bit old and worn out. There were stains on the sheets and the bathroom ceiling was covered in mould.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024