Providing garden views, The Milner by The Oyster Collection in Grahamstown provides accommodations, water sports facilities, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a bar, and barbecue facilities. Beauty services is available for guests. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the guest house, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. A patio with outdoor furniture and pool views is offered in some units. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. Guests can relax near the outdoor fireplace at the guest house. Popular points of interest near the guest house include St Michael and St George Cathedral, Observatory Museum Grahamstown, and South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity. The nearest airport is Port Alfred Airport, 34 miles from The Milner by The Oyster Collection.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Grahamstown
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Camille
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautifully appointed guesthouse with very comfortable and welcoming common spaces. Great back up for load shedding, staff always with a smile.
  • Tracy
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful setting. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Staff are friendly and accommodating. We are returning guests and will definately use this accommodation again in the future.
  • Reeva
    South Africa South Africa
    Bed and pillows very comfortable. Amazing breakfast ordered off a menu. Linda very helpful with anything that you need. The self catering kitchen area has everything you need. Enough plug points.

Host Info

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

The Milner is the new sister of 8A Grahamstown, one of the city's favourite boutique guest houses. Only a stone's throw from The Highlander, The Milner is presents the same exacting luxury finishes, only this time with an eclectic African twist. Linda and her team manage every detail with just as much attention as Caroline at 8A. The Milner's honesty bar has the same popular range to be enjoyed in the comfortable lounges and expansive garden, pool area and around the fire pit. A private library for meetings or homework complements the separate teenagers den. The guest house has ample off street parking.
The Milner is part of our Oyster Collection group of self catering and boutique guest houses located in the Eastern and Western Cape. The Collection has grown over 10 years from its first establishment in Kenton-on-Sea in 2007 always focussing on quality of accommodation and attention to detail with service. We love providing a quality product and seeing our guests enjoy their stay.
Milner Street in Grahamstown is centrally located and very close to all the schools as well as Rhodes University, the Law Courts and the main shops. The town has a lot of history to explore with loverly coffee shops, art galleries and museums.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Area info

Amenities of The Milner by The Oyster Collection
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa

House rules

The Milner by The Oyster Collection takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Milner by The Oyster Collection accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Milner by The Oyster Collection of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about The Milner by The Oyster Collection

  • Check-in at The Milner by The Oyster Collection is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, The Milner by The Oyster Collection is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Milner by The Oyster Collection is 1,800 feet from the center of Grahamstown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at The Milner by The Oyster Collection may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Milner by The Oyster Collection offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beauty services
    • Manicure
    • Body treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Pedicure
    • Swimming pool
    • Facial treatments
    • Makeup services

  • Room options at The Milner by The Oyster Collection include:

    • Suite
    • Double