3 Star Hotel

The Graham Hotel

123 High Street, Grahamstown, South Africa View Map

$71 nightly

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Comfortable Accommodations The Graham Hotel in Grahamstown offers spacious rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city views. Each room includes a work desk, seating area, and free toiletries. Dining and Leisure Guests can enjoy a restaurant serving African, Mediterranean, and international cuisines, a bar, and free WiFi. The hotel features a coffee shop, lounge, and evening entertainment. Convenient Services The hotel provides private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and a tour desk. Additional amenities include a child-friendly buffet, room service, and paid on-site parking. Guest Satisfaction Guests appreciate the attentive staff, room cleanliness, and spacious rooms.

220 Reviews

7.3Good
Cleanliness
8.0
Staff
8.7
Location
8.2

What Guests Say

  • “Unexpectedly had to find a place to spend the night in Makhanda at short notice and this hotel did the job for the money spent. Location…”
  • “Beds were very comfy I didn’t even want to wake up . Staff very helpful and kind . Breakfast was wonderful.”
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Top Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Business Center
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Deluxe Family Room1/4

Deluxe Family Room

291 sqft • 2 Double

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  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
King Room1/4

King Room

410 sqft • 1 King

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  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Superior King Suite1/4

Superior King Suite

248 sqft • 1 King, 1 Sofabed or 1 Sofabed

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  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Double Room1/4

Double Room

194 sqft • 1 Double

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  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Budget Double Room1/4

Budget Double Room

151 sqft • 1 Double

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  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Family Room1/4

Family Room

323 sqft • 2 Double

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  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock

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    What Guests Loved

    7.3
    Good

    Based on 220 reviews

    Location

    8.2

    Cleanliness

    8

    Staff

    8.7

    Overall Quality

    7.5

    Pros +

    • Staff
    • Unexpectedly had to find a place to spend the night in Makhanda at short notice and this hotel did the job for the money spent. Location is excellent. Close to the university, restaurants and the main supermarket complex. I frequently arrange for visitors to the town to stay here and do not feel bad about doing so having experienced it now for myself.
    • Beds were very comfy I didn’t even want to wake up . Staff very helpful and kind . Breakfast was wonderful.

    Cons -

    • It took an unusually long time for hot water to arrive when I took a shower, but it did arrive eventually. All the cold water wasted while waiting is not ideal in a town with chronic water supply issues. Other than that, you get what you would expect for the budget range involved, even if the decor feels a little vintage for the 2020s.
    • A bar is very close by so the music can get a bit much at night.
    • We went there as a couple but in our room the washing material was for one person, there was no air freshener in the bathroom and sugar sachets for tea were so limited. It's even worse that they put a plastic spoon for us to use when making tea in the room.
    Business Traveler (51)Solo Traveler (60)Traveling as Couple (69)Family with Young Children (76)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (2)Group Traveler (19)Total (251)
    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-4-2018

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    8JohnPosted on: 1-9-2026

    Unexpectedly had to find a place to spend the night in Makhanda at short notice and this hotel did the job for the money spent. Location is excellent. Close to the university, restaurants and the main supermarket complex. I frequently arrange for visitors to the town to stay here and do not feel bad about doing so having experienced it now for myself.

    It took an unusually long time for hot water to arrive when I took a shower, but it did arrive eventually. All the cold water wasted while waiting is not ideal in a town with chronic water supply issues. Other than that, you get what you would expect for the budget range involved, even if the decor feels a little vintage for the 2020s.

    8KeabetswePosted on: 5-1-2025

    Beds were very comfy I didn’t even want to wake up . Staff very helpful and kind . Breakfast was wonderful.

    9BrucePosted on: 4-28-2025

    Centrally located Staff were absolutely amazing Secure parkingRooms were excellent

    A bar is very close by so the music can get a bit much at night.

    5LungiswaPosted on: 4-24-2025

    Passable

    We went there as a couple but in our room the washing material was for one person, there was no air freshener in the bathroom and sugar sachets for tea were so limited. It's even worse that they put a plastic spoon for us to use when making tea in the room.

    10SasaPosted on: 4-16-2025

    There were enough beds for all of us, the rooms are bigger. My girls enjoyed the space. On the room, hubby and I could move freely. He got to relax on the couch as well. I love your hotel

    When I ordered mushroom starter at the restaurant below, it was raw, and I ended up cancelling it. Otherwise, the rest of the food was nice.

    1ShongiPosted on: 4-8-2025

    Bad experience at the Graham Hotel, Makhanda

    Dirty blankets and smelly sheets. They took their time to come and assist us to open the sleepercouch. This was really frustrating as we vere very tired. The water from the bathtab was flowing very slow They locked you inside the opposite parking yet they opened for you to come and park your car

    7HloniphekilePosted on: 4-7-2025

    Perfect location and the food was nice, though it would be better to have waitress or waiter dishing for is

    How they bring food once it's finished, you wait longer

    7AzaxolePosted on: 4-6-2025

    The cleanliness and the staff.

    The iron. It even burnt my dress.

    5TracyPosted on: 3-6-2025

    The location was convenient and the breakfast was delicious.

    Our room was very noisy from the bars ,nightclubs , people standing around their cars drinking and shouting. On Friday night the noise eventually quietened down at around 4:30am.On two occasions one of our bath towels was dirty.

    10RozannePosted on: 3-3-2025

    Thanks for a lovely stay - super convenient, the staff were very friendly & helpful, it was clean and comfortable and the room was a good size. We'll definitely be back!

    6NicolePosted on: 2-12-2025

    Staff are super friendly and the bar/restaurant is great.

    We had a room on the street side and it was incredibly noisy with intoxicated, loud people shouting and singing. Did not get much sleep.

    3SindyPosted on: 2-6-2025

    Staff attitudeLocation of the hotel

    Furniture looks old Floor carpetBathroom towels

    4JolandaPosted on: 2-6-2025

    I loved the lication as well as the fact that it had air-conditioning

    The door to our room was very thin, could hear everyone walking down the hallway. The windows are also not soundproof. People were outside the entire night and I could hear them, being a lght sleeper.

    8MachekePosted on: 2-6-2025

    Every thing was good,clean and comfortable beds

    I. had a cold shower,i don't know y.In the evening when i arrived and in the morning

    7BhekinkosiPosted on: 2-4-2025

    Proximity to everything including the University

    People loitering outside the hotel asking for money, food and pretending to look after your car…a bit unsettling

    8LindiwePosted on: 2-3-2025

    The close vicinity to the university. It's a walking distance. Friendly staff and clean rooms. From reception, housekeeper and butter. So helpful and friendly. Feels very safe Food was great ...room service ???

    The loud music coming from nearby establishment and it goes on all night. Was told they've been trying to get it sorted but it's a struggle...not their fault but it's truly disturbing. Note: I was moved to a much better located room far from noise after I complained. 100%??Towels a little musty and need some fabric softner and proper drying. Bar fridge would've made our stay even greater but we did get ice cubes from the restaurant.

    10SiziwePosted on: 2-3-2025

    Breakfast was served on time and I was able to check out early for my travelling. The food was good.

    Everything was perfect

    8AbrahamPosted on: 2-1-2025

    Location is great for my purpose of visit, the breakfast is top notch

    A bit noisy.

    7AbrahamPosted on: 2-1-2025

    Great location for my purpose of visit, the staff is friendly, breakfast is top notch

    A bit noisy

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Airport Shuttle
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    Business facilities

    • Business Center

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 3 stay free with cot.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please inform 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. 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. Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.

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    123 High Street, Grahamstown

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