1/97


About
Framed by majestic mountains and sandstone cliffs, this 4-star hotel is ideally located in the picturesque town of Clarens, Eastern Free State. Protea Hotel offers state-of-the-art service and luxurious accommodations in the natural, rustic surroundings, at the foothills of the Maluti Mountains, Lesotho, and in close proximity to the Golden Gate National Park. Rooms are simply, yet luxuriously furnished to blend with the natural landscape. All rooms contain a shower, air conditioning, hairdryer, and safe. Guests can take in the breathtaking scenery with sundowners on Protea Hotel Clarens’ terrace, enjoy fine dining or laze away the hours in luxury and comfort. Protea's restaurant serves Buffet Breakfast along with a menu for lunch and dinner. The bar serves a refreshing drinks or specialty coffees in an inviting atmosphere with views to the Maluti Mountains. Protea Hotel is within easy driving access of Johannesburg, Durban or Bloemfontein.
652 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 9.1
- Staff
- 9.3
- Location
- 9.4
What Guests Say
- “The cleaners are always there and helpful.The hotel is close to a lot of activities”
- “Clean and pleasant property. Wonderful staff and delicious food.”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
Our Best Price. GUARANTEED.
Exclusively for Priceline members Details
1/4Deluxe, Guest room, 1 King, Mountain view
- Adapter
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
1/4Larger Guest room, 1 King
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
1/4Superior Deluxe, Larger Guest room, 1 King, Mountain view, Balcony
- Adapter
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
1/4Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s)
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Larger Guest room, 1 King, Mountain view, Balcony
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
1/4Guest Room, 1 King
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
1/4Executive, Larger Guest Room, 1 King, Mountain View, Balcony
- Adapter
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Baby Cot
1/4Guest room, 1 King, Mountain view
- Accessible by lift
- Adapter
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
1/4Guest room, 2 Twin
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
- Closet
Have a question?
Ask Penny, powered by AI. Answers are taken from property information and reviews.
What Guests Loved
Based on 652 reviews
Pros +
- The cleaners are always there and helpful.The hotel is close to a lot of activities
- Clean and pleasant property. Wonderful staff and delicious food.
- Location & staff were great
Cons -
- We had no water on news day and the hotel didn’t provide us with water. The waiting time at the restaurant is too long for both dinners and breakfast. The hotel should prioritise the people who have booked the hotel than day visitors for breakfast and the pool
- This place is great!
- Not enough 3 prong plug outlets (there was only one) and location of shower within the room was very poor
The cleaners are always there and helpful.The hotel is close to a lot of activities
We had no water on news day and the hotel didn’t provide us with water. The waiting time at the restaurant is too long for both dinners and breakfast. The hotel should prioritise the people who have booked the hotel than day visitors for breakfast and the pool
Clean and pleasant property. Wonderful staff and delicious food.
This place is great!
Location & staff were great
Not enough 3 prong plug outlets (there was only one) and location of shower within the room was very poor
Great breakfast, clean rooms
Pool very small, a bit pricy, restaurant service could be more efficient
The staff was very friendly, and the food was great. This was actually our second time visiting Clarens. Our first experience in the town wasn’t pleasant, but we later discovered that there’s a Protea Hotel. We decided that on our next visit, we would stay there because we trust the Protea standard—and it did not disappoint. We had a wonderful weekend.
It was the friendly people that made us feel welcome, along with the spacious, spotless room. The shower was large enough for two, the bed was big and comfortable, and the room included a bar fridge with plenty of cupboard space. I especially liked that the toilet was separate. The housekeeping staff were excellent and really impressed us with their attention to detail.
Beautiful location - Clarens, a small, picturesque town.Hotel, a beautiful establishment, courteous staff.
The room allocated had a very bad smell!!!
The view and the swimming pool though it was cold
Cold water in the swimming pool... I love swimming even in winter
Room rate included a FANTASTIC breakfast and the location of the Hotel was perfect! Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Shower had mold all in the grout which caused me to have terrible allergic reaction and headaches. They came to clean it up once I showed them the pictures of the shower, but it was too late for me.
Easy to locate, walking distance to restaurants, room had very good Mountain views. Enjoyed the breakfast a lot. Very good chefs and very nice waiters and waitresses.
LocationIneterior
Slow service waited 15 min for coffee. Asked 3 times
The property was clean, and the location was central to all the activities. Be it entertainment, hiking , parkrun, and all the restaurants. Everything was within walking distance.
Proximity to the town center.
Room is very compact. Toilet needs more thorough sanitization.
There was an issue with omelet. There is no mechanism to check if eggs are fresh
The dinner was very bad.
I will visit again with my family! Breakfast was delicious, room was perfectly clean. The location is the best! I will highly recommend it to friends and relatives.Dinner was very nice!
The location is great, we were able to walk to the town square at any given time without feeling like our hotel was miles away.The room was very comfortable and cozy and the staff were super friendly.
Excellent meal options at breakfast and dinner. Very friendly staff. Lovely location close to all the shops in the town of Clarens.
For ease of showering a hand held shower head as an option in the bathroom would be very handy.
The scenery was relaxing with beautiful ambiance. The staff attitude was welcoming and professionalism. Breakfast was delicious. The bed was comfortable with a neat and clean spacious rooms.
Excellent views, well furnished rooms, great bar and lobby. Friendly and helpful staff. Clarens itself is a great destination and the hotel is very centrally located, close to the main square.
Some room fittings aren't great. The lights on the central air con hub above the bed disturbed our sleep and the door to the bathroom was extremely squeaky.
Location was excellent. Breakfast very good
Shower in the room, not in a separate bathroom, not great. Small rooms, pool was green!!!
Beautiful location. Hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Food was very good. Will definitely revisit.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor pool
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
Kid Friendly
- Kid Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 12 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Location
Corner Main & Van Der Merwe Streets, Clarens
5 hotels in this area on Priceline, from $93 a night.
See all hotels nearbyDiscover the AreaClarens
People also liked
Currently Viewing
Protea Hotel Clarens
Clarens
Restaurant
includes all fees
Mont d'Or Hotel Clarens, Cork Tree Collection
Clarens
Spa, Restaurant
includes all fees