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A house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a chandelier, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

A two-story house with a covered porch and a swimming pool in the foreground.

1. Lemon & Lime Guest House

Park West, 2.6 km from University of the Free State

Peter

S$87

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel entrance with a tiled roof, palm trees, and a car parked in front.

A covered walkway with tiled flooring, wooden ceiling beams, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating, a staircase, and a well-maintained garden.

A buffet with various food options, including scrambled eggs, sausages, and vegetables.

2. Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

Brandwag, 2.7 km from University of the Free State

Mthembeni

S$107

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a small refrigerator, a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A room with a wooden floor, a bed, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

A large tree in front of a building with a flat roof and large windows.

3. The Nightingale Guesthouse

Park West, 2.7 km from University of the Free State

Marina

S$92

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a glass facade and a staircase leading up to the door.

A patio area with a table set for breakfast, including plates, cups, and a vase of flowers.

A well-maintained garden with various tropical plants and palm trees, a neatly trimmed lawn, and a brick building in the background.

4. City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

Willows, 3 km from University of the Free State

Christiaan

S$126

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A large house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a waterfall feature.

A modern living room with a large window, leather sofas, zebra-patterned cushions, and a glass coffee table.

A building entrance with large potted plants, a covered walkway, and hanging lights.

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

Willows, 2.8 km from University of the Free State

Tim

S$153

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A residential pool area with a palm tree, a dining table, and chairs.

Two wicker chairs with floral cushions, a small potted orchid on a table, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a double bed, two bedside tables, a small wooden bench, and a large window with curtains.

A living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

6. Adelante Lodge

Brandwag, 2.2 km from University of the Free State

Mathaothe M

S$99

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A poolside area with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a building with large windows.

A poolside area with wicker furniture, a dining table, and a small building with a tiled roof.

A living room with a television, a coffee table with flowers, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A bar area with four wicker bar stools, a bicycle, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

7. Rise and Shine Lodge

Universitas, 1.2 km from University of the Free State

Patricia

S$87

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A dining table set for breakfast with plates of food, cups, and cutlery.

A hallway with a wooden door, potted plants, and a chair.

A living room with a dark brown sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative vase with white flowers. There are two clocks on the wall and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio area, a bed visible through the sliding glass door, and outdoor seating.

8. Abiénto Guesthouse

Park West, 2.6 km from University of the Free State

Stephen

S$92

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A well-maintained garden with a patio area featuring white outdoor furniture.

A wall with framed awards, a large ornate vase with a plant, and a wooden dresser.

A traditional living room with patterned furniture, a chandelier, and a tea set on a tray.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

9. THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Universitas, 1.8 km from University of the Free State

Janet

S$107

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

10. Premier Hotel Anta Boga

Brandwag, 2 km from University of the Free State

yang

S$113

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed painting of a tree, and a red bedspread.

A gated entrance with a sign indicating a 15-minute waiting period.

A modern building with a covered entrance, a car parked in front, and a paved driveway.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, featuring name cards and wine glasses.

11. A Little Guesthouse

3.1 km from University of the Free State

S$85

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor entrance with a white brick wall, a glass door, and a tiled floor leading to a covered area.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, a fan, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and curtains.

A white brick building with a gated entrance, a sign indicating admission rights, and a potted plant.

A doorway with a 'Welcome' sign, a closed sign, and a 'Closed' sign on the right.

12. B&B at Bloem

Universitas, 1.5 km from University of the Free State

S$59

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious loft-style living area with a high ceiling, exposed brick walls, and a large chandelier. There is a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a round coffee table, and a reception desk.

A covered outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture and a glass coffee table.

A modern bar area with a Heineken sign, a television, and a fireplace.

A pool area with a large vase and chairs, a building with multiple windows and doors, and a clear sky.

13. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

Brandwag, 1.6 km from University of the Free State

Donnie

S$142

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A courtyard with brick buildings, a red fire hydrant, and various plants.

A dining area with a brick wall, wooden tables, and chairs. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, and cabinets.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a shower area.

A patio with a brick floor, a bench, a planter with plants, and a building with a tiled roof and stone walls.

14. Tsessebe Guesthouse

Langenhoven Park, 1.3 km from University of the Free State

Anonymous traveller

S$62

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

15. City Living Boutique Hotel

Brandwag, 2.8 km from University of the Free State

Peter

S$105

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A garden with a stone pathway, various plants, and a grassy area.

A building with a tiled roof, a fountain, and a well-maintained lawn.

A garden pathway leading to a wooden structure with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone border.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, and a bench.

16. Rusplek Guesthouse and Conference Centre

Universitas, 1.7 km from University of the Free State

Faye

S$55

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted artwork, and a view of greenery outside.

A room with a white desk, a chair, a mirror, and a large window with curtains.

A large, two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by a gated fence and palm trees.

A covered patio with a glass-top table, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

17. Oakwood Lodge

Westdene, 3.1 km from University of the Free State

André

S$71

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a large tree in front, a gated entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A well-maintained garden with a lawn, a wooden house, and a satellite dish.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There are two tables with orange tablecloths, and a dining area with chairs.

A covered outdoor area with a paved walkway, a car parked under a canopy, and a building with large windows and a sign reading "Premier."

18. Premiere Guest House

Brandwag, 1.9 km from University of the Free State

Thabo

S$89

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden table and chairs, a metal railing, and a view of the sky and greenery.

A swimming pool with a view of trees and a distant landscape.

A dining table set with blue glassware, a vase with yellow flowers, and a green napkin.

19. Blue Rain Guesthouse

4.6 km from University of the Free State

Tomas

S$77

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with leather chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a chair, a nightstand, and wall art.

A building with a thatched roof, multiple windows, and a small garden with plants and decorative vases.

A rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a stone bar, and a thatched roof.

20. Monte Christo Country Lodge

4.4 km from University of the Free State

Martin

S$101

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of the Free State

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lemon & Lime Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
Villa Bali Luxury Guest House	9.0 Wonderful 92 reviews	View
The Nightingale Guesthouse	9.2 Wonderful 27 reviews	View
City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein	8.8 Excellent 202 reviews	View
Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake	8.6 Excellent 148 reviews	View

Top University of the Free State Hotel Reviews

Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room the staff is great everything is excellent"

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and friendly , safe parking ."

THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

10/10 Excellent

"Very welcoming and accommodating."

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly helpful staff. Great all round"

Loch Logan Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very good and comfortable"

Abiénto Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"It is a lovely property in a good location with friendly staff."

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent room, charming staff, clean and good service."

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Kwarts

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Pikkie Park

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Totius Park

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of the Free State?

University of the Free State is located in an area of Bloemfontein that travellers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 10 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of the Free State?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from University of the Free State. Other good options within a short distance include B&B at Bloem and Tsessebe Guesthouse.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to University of the Free State?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of the Free State.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of the Free State, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near University of the Free State.

What can I see and do near University of the Free State?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at National Museum Bloemfontein and National Women's Monument and War Museum. Enjoy the outdoors at Free State National Botanical Garden, Kwarts or Jim Fauche. Totius Park, Vulkaan and Olienhout are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for University of the Free State hotels

1. Lemon & Lime Guest House

2. Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

3. The Nightingale Guesthouse

4. City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

5. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

6. Adelante Lodge

7. Rise and Shine Lodge

8. Abiénto Guesthouse

9. THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

10. Premier Hotel Anta Boga

11. A Little Guesthouse

12. B&B at Bloem

13. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

14. Tsessebe Guesthouse

15. City Living Boutique Hotel

16. Rusplek Guesthouse and Conference Centre

17. Oakwood Lodge

18. Premiere Guest House

19. Blue Rain Guesthouse

20. Monte Christo Country Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to University of the Free State

Top University of the Free State Hotel Reviews

Villa Bali Luxury Guest House

City Lodge Hotel Bloemfontein

THE SUMMER PLACE BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein

Loch Logan Hotel

Abiénto Guesthouse

Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake

Other attractions near University of the Free State

Twell Cresent

Kwarts

Pikkie Park

Forsyth

Jim Fauche

Totius Park

Vulkaan

Mega World

Frequently asked questions