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Discover well-known properties in Free State that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,602 hotels in Free State and price data was last updated on 6 November 2025. The average price for a hotel in Free State is C$ 82/night.
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Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets
Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets

Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets

Golden Gate Highlands National Park R 712 (Clarens Road) Free State, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
Hotel in Golden Gate Highlands National Park with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a business center, and laundry facilities. Golden Gate Hotel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with jetted bathtubs. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Air Conditioning
7.9
Good
1063 reviews
Location
18.9 km from city centre
C$ 114
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Kiara Lodge
Kiara Lodge

Kiara Lodge

Clarens, Free State, South Africa
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as a billiards table and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, an electric kettle, and a picnic area.
8.6
Excellent
2179 reviews
Location
15.1 km from city centre
C$ 111
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein
Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

202 Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Protea Hotel Bloemfontein offers premium business accommodation in Bloemfontein, conveniently located on Nelson Mandela Drive near the University of the Free State, national roads, and Bram Fischer International Airport (13 km). Set in tranquil gardens, this hotel blends modern comfort with professional functionality. Business travellers benefit from dedicated conference venues in Bloemfontein, on-site dining, a business centre, and flexible boardroom spaces. The hotel’s 94 rooms include workstations, air-conditioning, and family room options for group travel. Whether hosting a conference, team training, or an extended work trip, enjoy thoughtful service and excellent accessibility in central Bloemfontein.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.1
Excellent
590 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
C$ 102
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Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse
Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse

Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse

3rd Generaal Dan Pienaar Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Hotel in Bloemfontein with free parking Along with a microwave in a common area, this hotel has a meeting room and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a TV in a common area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Villa Bali Luxury Guest House offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Bloemfontein hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
1494 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
C$ 95
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens
Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens

Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens

Corner Main Street & Van Der Merwe Street PO Box 220, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
This luxurious four-star retreat is nestled in the foothills of the Maluti Mountains, near the Golden Gate National Park and the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens exudes sheer style, luxury and design that blends in with the natural splendour of Clarens—the inspiration of artists, eco-lovers and tourists who simply enjoy exploring this tranquil, magical landscape. The hotel takes special pride in its warm hospitality, with 70 luxurious rooms and high-end meeting room facilities that can seat up to 100 delegates. So Whether you are planning a romantic getaway, a team-building exercise, a business conference or an African safari, prepare for an experience of a lifetime.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
1198 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
C$ 151
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake
Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

101 Henry Street, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake ranks among the city's top accommodation choices, perfectly located near Loch Logan Waterfront Mall, Free State Stadium, and Toyota Stadium. Protea Hotel Bloemfontein Willow Lake blends tranquil, nature-inspired design with the convenience of a central location, ideal for both leisure and business travellers. Our well-appointed rooms offer modern comfort and easy access to key medical, retail, and educational hubs like Medi-Clinic and Grey College. Host professional events in our flexible conference venues in Bloemfontein, or enjoy downtime at our restaurant, pool deck, and firepit. Whether you’re planning a sports group stay, family break, or executive meeting, experience refined accommodation in Bloemfontein’s corporate district.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
773 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
C$ 104
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City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein
City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

Cnr Parfitt Ave Nelson Mandela, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Hotel in Bloemfontein with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and a refrigerator in a common area. City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein offers 151 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Bloemfontein hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
586 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
C$ 107
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Mont d'Or Hotel Clarens
Mont d'Or Hotel Clarens

Mont d'Or Hotel Clarens

502 Naauwpoort Street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
Hotel in Clarens with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, massage/treatment rooms, conference space, and dry cleaning are onsite. Mont d'Or Clarens offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
644 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
C$ 174
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Tredenham Boutique Hotel
Tredenham Boutique Hotel

Tredenham Boutique Hotel

Unit 4, Plot 20 Tredenham Valley Estate, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Hotel in Bloemfontein with a fitness center and a sauna An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a conference center are onsite. The Tredenham Boutique Hotel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
1110 reviews
Location
7.9 km from city centre
C$ 142
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Ash River Lodge
Ash River Lodge

Ash River Lodge

723 Van Reenen street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
Bed & breakfast in Clarens with free breakfast Along with a meeting room, this bed & breakfast has laundry facilities and a library. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a lobby fireplace are onsite. Ash River Lodge B&B offers 11 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
514 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
C$ 95
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Travel insights for hotels in Free State

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Free State including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Free State?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Free State is August (C$ 69). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Free State is December (C$ 103).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Free State?

The cheapest day to stay in Free State is Sunday (C$ 61). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is C$ 139.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Free State?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 63 days before your trip to Free State. The lowest price found when booking 63 days ahead was C$ 47 per night.
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Cheapest hotels in Free State, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Free State that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Free State can be found for as low as C$ 45 per night. There is currently one property in Free State that can be booked for this price. Rusplek Guesthouse And Conference Centre is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Free State. Price data was last updated on 6 November 2025
These Free State properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
Rusplek Guesthouse And Conference Centre
Rusplek Guesthouse And Conference Centre

Rusplek Guesthouse And Conference Centre

50 Scholtz Street, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 45
Avg. per night
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Guest House Mooigezicht
Guest House Mooigezicht

Guest House Mooigezicht

174 Main street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 51
Avg. per night
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Cottonwood Guesthouse Oasis
Cottonwood Guesthouse Oasis

Cottonwood Guesthouse Oasis

124 Waverley Road, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 52
Avg. per night
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Angels Haven Guest House
Angels Haven Guest House

Angels Haven Guest House

97 Castelyn Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
4.3 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 55
Avg. per night
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Sun1 Bloemfontein
Sun1 Bloemfontein

Sun1 Bloemfontein

Cnr Krige & Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air Conditioning
C$ 56
Avg. per night
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By The Way Guesthouse
By The Way Guesthouse

By The Way Guesthouse

898 Sias Oosthuizen Street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 59
Avg. per night
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Road Lodge Bloemfontein Airport
Road Lodge Bloemfontein Airport

Road Lodge Bloemfontein Airport

Airport Road, Bloemfontein Airport, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
8.3 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
C$ 62
Avg. per night
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Ceelee's Place
Ceelee's Place

Ceelee's Place

6 Alwyn Malan Street Universitas, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
4.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 63
Avg. per night
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Top House Bed & Breakfast
Top House Bed & Breakfast

Top House Bed & Breakfast

1 Kerk Street, Ladybrand, Free State, South Africa
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 65
Avg. per night
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Favour House
Favour House

Favour House

Narwanda Farm, Bethlehem, Free State, South Africa
4.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 65
Avg. per night
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Rochilla Guesthouse
Rochilla Guesthouse

Rochilla Guesthouse

176 Long Road, Welkom, Free State, South Africa
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 65
Avg. per night
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Acacia Lodge
Acacia Lodge

Acacia Lodge

2 Kriekstreet, Fichardtpark, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
4.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 72
Avg. per night
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Lamon Guesthouse
Lamon Guesthouse

Lamon Guesthouse

14 Du Randt Street, Kroonstad, Free State, South Africa
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 73
Avg. per night
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BON Hotel Bloemfontein Central
BON Hotel Bloemfontein Central

BON Hotel Bloemfontein Central

Bloem Plaza East Burger Street ., 0, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 78
Avg. per night
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Lala Dene Lodge
Lala Dene Lodge

Lala Dene Lodge

75 President Reitz Ave, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 80
Avg. per night
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City Living Boutique Hotel
City Living Boutique Hotel

City Living Boutique Hotel

James Scott St, Brandwag, 1, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 80
Avg. per night
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Hotel prices in Free State

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Free State to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Free State at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 6 November 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hotel in Free State categorized by hotel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hotels within each hotel class.
4 stars +
Anta Boga Hotel
Anta Boga Hotel

Anta Boga Hotel

6 Stapelberg Street, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
C$ 123
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein
Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

202 Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
C$ 102
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens
Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens

Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens

Corner Main Street & Van Der Merwe Street PO Box 220, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
C$ 151
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Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake
Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

101 Henry Street, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
C$ 104
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City Living Boutique Hotel
City Living Boutique Hotel

City Living Boutique Hotel

James Scott St, Brandwag, 1, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
C$ 80
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3 stars
Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets
Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets

Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets

Golden Gate Highlands National Park R 712 (Clarens Road) Free State, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
C$ 114
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City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein
City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

Cnr Parfitt Ave Nelson Mandela, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
C$ 107
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Ash River Lodge
Ash River Lodge

Ash River Lodge

723 Van Reenen street, Clarens, Free State, South Africa
C$ 95
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Lala Dene Lodge
Lala Dene Lodge

Lala Dene Lodge

75 President Reitz Ave, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
C$ 80
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2 stars and under
Road Lodge Bloemfontein Airport
Road Lodge Bloemfontein Airport

Road Lodge Bloemfontein Airport

Airport Road, Bloemfontein Airport, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
C$ 62
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Where to stay in Free State

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Facts about staying in Free State

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Free State to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 6 November 2025.

  • Where is the best place to stay in Free State?

    Bloemfontein, Clarens, and Parys are some of the most favored places to stay in Free State.

  • What are the best hotels in Free State?

    Free State is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is The Nightingale Guesthouse, which has a current rating of 9.0. For other potential stays, consider Dias Guest House and Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets, which can also be great places to stay in Free State.

  • What is a good hotel near Central University of Technology?

    With a rating of 8.9/10 from 1,494 reviews, Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse is a hotel close to Central University of Technology that is well recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Free State near Bloemfontein City Hall?

    For a good hotel near to Bloemfontein City Hall, consider Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse - it is rated 8.9/10 from 1,494 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near University of the Free State?

    590 HotelsCombined reviews of Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein score it 8.1/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near University of the Free State.

  • What is the most popular city in Free State to stay in?

    The most popular city in Free State to stay in is Bloemfontein, followed by Clarens and Parys. This is based on how many users searched for a place to stay in these areas.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Free State?

    There’s so much to see and do in Free State, but we’ve found that the most popular landmarks are Central University of Technology, Bloemfontein City Hall, and University of the Free State. You’ll want to stay in Bloemfontein to visit Central University of Technology, Bloemfontein to visit Bloemfontein City Hall, and Bloemfontein to visit University of the Free State.

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Consider these popular 3-star hotels in Free State

Stay at one of these Free State 3-star hotels that users have found on HotelsCombined.
Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets
Lala Dene Lodge
City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein
Ash River Lodge