Hotels in Grahamstown

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Highest rated hotelInduli Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve – 5.0
Cheapest month to bookMay
Average 5 star hotel priceRs358,016 per night

How to find the best hotel deals in Grahamstown

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How to find the best hotel deal in Grahamstown

  • You've booked your perfect flight. Now let that same clever search engine find you the lowest rates on Grahamstown hotels. These tips will get you one step closer to making that trip official.

  • Score the best Grahamstown hotel prices by organising your plans early. Hotels sometimes offer early booking discounts to fill rooms faster.

  • That being said, booking at the last minute can end up being a smart move. Some places cut their rates a day or two ahead of check-in to fill rooms that would otherwise stay empty.

  • Be flexible with your dates to unlock better rates. Search for hotels across different months or seasons. Even booking on weekdays (instead of weekends) can lead to bigger savings.

  • Check for stays with free cancellation. Secure a great rate today and easily cancel later if your plans change.

Where to stay in Grahamstown

Central Grahamstown

  • Central Grahamstown gives you a front-row seat to city life. If sightseeing is at the top of your to-do list, stay at any of these hotels and you'll find yourself close to some epic attractions.

  • A White House Guest House makes exploring a breeze. Around 3 kilometres away, it's a popular stay near 1820 Settler's National Monument The.

  • When it comes to stays near Albany Museum Makhanda, 1A St Aidans Guest House is tough to beat. Unpack your bags at this Grahamstown hotel and you'll be roughly 0.97 kilometres away.

  • Or discover the city from one of the hotels near Cathedral of St Michael and St George. The Graham Hotel is 0.32 kilometres or so from this popular sight. It's a dependable choice for couples and has a 3-star rating.

When to go to Grahamstown

  • Planning your getaway means factoring in the weather forecast. January brings the warmest conditions, with temperatures reaching a high of 27ºC.

  • The weather is at its coolest in July. You can expect lows of 10ºC.

  • To enjoy mostly clear skies, search for Grahamstown hotels in September. With an average of two days of rain, this is the driest month.

  • February brings the wettest weather. You can expect around five days of rainfall.

Finding cheap hotels in Grahamstown: FAQs

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Grahamstown with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is Rs11,342 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for Rs114,165 per night.

The average price of a hotel during the week is Rs94,489 per night, and the average price on weekends is Rs90,257. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Grahamstown could be Thursday.

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Thursday is the cheapest day to stay in Grahamstown. And the most expensive day seems to be Friday

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Grahamstown is currently around Rs31,067 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is Rs26,035 per night.

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Grahamstown is currently around Rs381,496 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is Rs273,321 per night.

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Grahamstown is September, with an average price of Rs43,950 per night. The most expensive month is April, when the average room rate can rise to Rs430,878 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.

The average price of a hotel in September is Rs43,950 per night, which is around 116% lower than the rest of the year.
If you're hitting up Grahamstown with kids in tow, try Lalibela Wildlife Reserve - Kichaka Lodge, or 30 on Oatlands Accommodation Makhanda Grahamstown.