De Akker Guest House Bloemfontein is a comfortable and conveniently positioned bed and breakfast guesthouse at 25 Parfitt Avenue, Park West, Bloemfontein — just 300 metres from Mimosa Mall, within walking distance of the Free State Rugby and Soccer Stadiums, the Free State Cricket Oval, Medi Clinic Hospital, and the prestigious Grey College and Eunice Secondary School. Described by LekkeSlaap guests as a “wonderful place to stay overnight and even for longer — clean, neat, well appointed, very friendly and helpful staff,” and rated by Booking.com couples at 8.8 for location, De Akker offers 3 well-appointed en-suite rooms accommodating 2–4 guests per room (double, single, and twin/double configurations), a buffet breakfast with full English/Irish options, a lovely garden, braai facilities, an outdoor fireplace, a fitness centre, a hot tub, allergy-free rooms, a coffee shop, packed lunches on request, a meeting and banquet facility, and free on-site private parking. Rates from R1,020 per night for two guests. TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awardee.

The Setting: Park West, Central Bloemfontein

Park West is one of Bloemfontein’s central and well-established residential suburbs — positioned between the N1 highway corridor, the Free State Stadium precinct, and the Mimosa Mall retail hub that serves as the commercial heart of the area. De Akker’s Parfitt Avenue address places it within 1.6 km of the Bloemfontein city centre, 300 metres from Mimosa Mall, and walking distance from a concentration of sports, healthcare, educational, and commercial facilities that makes it one of the most practically located guesthouses in the city.

The guest house is walking distance from Bloemfontein Waterfront, Mimosa Mall, Free State Rugby and Soccer Stadiums, Free State Cricket Oval, Medi Clinic Hospital, and Grey College and Eunice Secondary School.

3 En-Suite Rooms: Allergy-Free and Well Appointed

De Akker offers 3 guest rooms across double, single, and twin/double configurations, each accommodating 2 to 4 guests. All rooms are:

• Allergy-free — a specific health-conscious provision that distinguishes the property for sensitive guests
• Air-conditioned
• En-suite with bath and/or shower
• Flat-screen TV with selected DStv channels
• Free Wi-Fi
• Bar fridge
• Microwave
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Garden view from all rooms
• Desk, hairdryer, and free toiletries

Check-in from 12:00–20:00; check-out by 10:00. Children of all ages welcome (children 16+ charged as adults). No extra beds available. No pets.

Breakfast: Buffet with English/Irish Options

A buffet breakfast with full English/Irish hot dishes, juice, and cheese is included in the room rate and served daily. Guests describe the breakfast as “delicious.” For guests needing an early departure, a light breakfast served to the room can be arranged. Special diet menus are available on request.

Garden, Braai, Outdoor Fireplace, and Hot Tub

De Akker’s outdoor facilities create a relaxed and sociable leisure environment:

• Lovely garden — specifically praised in reviews; all rooms have garden views
• Braai facilities and picnic area — for self-catering outdoor cooking
• Outdoor fireplace — for cool Free State evenings
• Hot tub — a wellness amenity that goes beyond what most B&Bs in the area provide

Fitness Centre and Coffee Shop

A fitness centre on the premises allows business travellers and fitness-conscious guests to maintain their workout routine. An on-site coffee shop provides a casual café experience for guests who want to work or relax without leaving the property. Packed lunches are available on request for guests heading out for the day.

Meeting and Conference Facilities

De Akker includes a meeting and banquet facility with fax and photocopying services — a practical infrastructure for small corporate meetings, team sessions, and business-traveller accommodation that includes workspace needs. The facility makes the guest house viable for the business travel market that Bloemfontein’s judicial capital, government, and commercial sector generates.

Location and Nearby Attractions

De Akker Guest House is at 25 Parfitt Avenue, Park West, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301 — 1.6 km from Bloemfontein city centre, 300 m from Mimosa Mall, 3 km from Oliewenhuis Art Museum, 1.2 miles from National Museum Bloemfontein, 1.3 miles from Hoffman Square and Orchid House, and 10.1 km from Bram Fischer International Airport.

Tel: 083 652 9070 | Fax: 086 645 9202
GDS codes: Galileo/Apollo TU CS807

For accommodation bookings and enquiries, contact De Akker Guest House directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is De Akker Guest House located in Bloemfontein?
A: De Akker Guest House is located at 25 Parfitt Avenue, Park West, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9301. The guesthouse is just 300 metres from Mimosa Mall and 1.6 km from Bloemfontein city centre. It is within walking distance of the Free State Rugby and Soccer Stadiums, Free State Cricket Oval, Medi Clinic Hospital, Grey College, and Eunice Secondary School.

Q: How many rooms does De Akker Guest House have and what are the configurations?
A: De Akker Guest House offers 3 guest rooms across double, single, and twin/double configurations. Each room accommodates 2 to 4 guests. All rooms are en-suite with bath and/or shower, air-conditioned, and allergy-free.

Q: Is breakfast included at De Akker Guest House?
A: Yes, a buffet breakfast with full English/Irish hot dishes, juice, and cheese is included in the room rate and served daily. For guests needing an early departure, a light breakfast served to the room can be arranged. Special diet menus are available on request.

Q: What leisure facilities are available at De Akker Guest House?
A: De Akker Guest House features a lovely garden, braai facilities and picnic area, outdoor fireplace, hot tub, and fitness centre. The property also has an on-site coffee shop. All rooms have garden views.

Q: Does De Akker Guest House have meeting facilities?
A: Yes, De Akker includes a meeting and banquet facility with fax and photocopying services. This makes it suitable for small corporate meetings, team sessions, and business travellers who need workspace facilities.

Q: What are the check-in and check-out times at De Akker Guest House?
A: Check-in is available from 12:00 to 20:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Guests should plan their arrival and departure accordingly.

Q: Are children and pets allowed at De Akker Guest House?
A: Children of all ages are welcome at De Akker Guest House, though children aged 16 and over are charged as adults. No extra beds are available. Pets are not permitted at the property.

Q: How far is De Akker Guest House from Bram Fischer International Airport?
A: De Akker Guest House is 10.1 km from Bram Fischer International Airport. The central Park West location also places it 1.2 miles from National Museum Bloemfontein and 1.3 miles from Hoffman Square and Orchid House.

Q: What makes De Akker Guest House rooms allergy-friendly?
A: All three guest rooms at De Akker Guest House are specifically designated as allergy-free rooms. This health-conscious provision distinguishes the property for guests with sensitivities and allergies.

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