Eight Bells Mountain Inn

Eight Bells Mountain Inn is a prestigious four-star English-style mountain resort situated on a 400-acre estate at the foot of Robinson Pass in the Ruiterbos Valley Region of South Africa's Garden Route. Located between Mossel Bay (35km) and Oudtshoorn (50km), the establishment has been providing exceptional hospitality for over 80 years.

The property features various accommodation options including en-suite bedrooms, family units, thatched rondavels, and timber log cabins, all distributed throughout lush gardens that attract abundant birdlife. Each room is uniquely decorated, offering garden, pool, or mountain views. The thatched rondavels, available in both the Rose Court wing and Pool Terrace area, feature Queen or twin beds with shower-over-bath facilities.

The inn operates daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM and offers extensive recreational facilities including a swimming pool, two tennis courts, a squash court, bowling green, six walking trails, and horse riding. Family-friendly amenities include a dedicated children's play park, dining room, indoor play area, early kids' meals, babysitting services, and entertainment options.

As a wedding venue, the facility can accommodate 50 guests with mountain views, hosting receptions in the Oak Room Dining Room. The Swiss Village Chalets, particularly popular with honeymooners, offer special packages including flowers, fruit bowls, and champagne.

Eight Bells Mountain Inn has received numerous accolades, including TripAdvisor's number one hotel in Mossel Bay for five consecutive years, the "Hall of Fame" award, and recognition as one of South Africa's Top 20 Family and Value for Money hotels. In 2016, it was named Business of the Year by the Mossel Bay Business Chamber. The inn's strategic location allows guests to easily explore both the Garden Route's coastal belt and the Little Karoo region.