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The Milner

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Makhanda with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the pool area.
Stylish hallway with a bench, lamps, and decorative antlers.
Relax in a serene garden setting with seating areas surrounding a central fire feature amidst lush foliage.
Relax and work in style with a desk, flat-screen TV, and laptop, plus a balcony with a view.
Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July

Room options

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Luxury Suite 2

Luxury Suite 2

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite 1

Luxury Suite 1

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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The Pavilion

The Pavilion

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
12 Milner Street Grahamstown, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139

What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rhodes University - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Highlander - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Major Fraser's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Botanic Gardens Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Milner

Upscale boutique bed & breakfast
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a library at The Milner. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a TV in reception
  • A front desk safe, barbecues and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Milner feature comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and desks

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Milner B&B Grahamstown
Milner B&B
Milner Grahamstown
The Milner Makhanda
The Milner Bed & breakfast
The Milner Bed & breakfast Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Does The Milner have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Milner?

As of 14 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milner on 17 July 2025 start from AU$220.06, 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.

Is The Milner pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Milner?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Milner?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at The Milner?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Milner located?

Situated in Makhanda, this boutique bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of St Andrew's College, Diocesan School for Girls, and Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Elizabeth Salt Monument are also within 15 minutes.

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The Milner Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very nice place. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Only one words describes our stay “AMAZING “
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

This was totally unexpected in Grahamstown. The decor, facilities and service were top notch. Even the breakfast was world class. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10

Friendly staff, quiet neigbhorhood, great breakfast, excellent amenities, clean rooms, and yes, the heated beds!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

Excellent spot. Great location and really nice place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10

I love everything...My roo was a dream ad the service go Linda and Susana was even more better the my home.. THANK YOU
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10

A very charming and comfortable place to stay. We had Room 1 which was enormous and very quiet. the quality of the furnishings was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

A lovely, peaceful morning lace to stay with friendly people and lots of privacy Surprised however that they still maintained the swimming pool and sprinkler during a real water crisis in the town. I know they have their own borehole, but it’s all the same water table.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10

Nice and quiet . Very pleasant garden and lounge. The room was clean and spacious .very good breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017