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The Milner

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Makhanda with an outdoor pool and a bar

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hallway
Business center
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The Pavilion | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
The Milner offers an upscale boutique bed & breakfast experience where travelers find multiple ways to relax. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful garden setting, warm themselves by the fireplace, schedule rejuvenating spa treatments, or cool off with a swim in the outdoor pool.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 925 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Pavilion | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

The Pavilion

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite 1 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Suite 1

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite 2 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Luxury Suite 2

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Makhanda is home to The Milner. Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George and Elizabeth Salt Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and Egazini Park. Observatory Museum and Albany Natural Science Museum are also worth visiting.
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Map
12 Milner Street Grahamstown, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139

What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rhodes University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Major Frasers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Gino's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Pothole & Donkey - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Milner

Upscale boutique bed & breakfast
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at The Milner. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Milner feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Milner B&B Grahamstown
Milner B&B
Milner Grahamstown
The Milner Makhanda
The Milner Bed & breakfast
The Milner Bed & breakfast Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Does The Milner have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Milner?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Milner on Oct 10, 2025 start from $148.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Milner pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Milner?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Milner?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at The Milner?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Milner located?

Situated in Makhanda, this boutique bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of St Andrew's College, Diocesan School for Girls, and Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Elizabeth Salt Monument are also within 15 minutes.

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