--- title: "The Milner, Grahamstown: reviews, location & comparison" description: "The Milner in Grahamstown: rated 9.1 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-milner-grahamstown/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-12 --- Guesthouse · ★★★★ # The Milner Makhanda, Grahamstown, South Africa 9.1 · Excellent 15 reviews · #3 #3 of 6 in Grahamstown · 5.4 Location score ## About The Milner The Milner is a guesthouse in Makhanda, Grahamstown, South Africa. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 across 15 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free breakfast, bar, free parking. It is 270 m from the centre of Grahamstown. The nearest airport, Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ), is 113 km away. - **Type:** Guesthouse - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 10:00 - **Rooms:** 7 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 3 12 Milner Street ## How The Milner scores Compared with the average hotel in Grahamstown. - Guest rating **9.1** - Location **5.4** - Facilities **5.8** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **1.5** Grahamstown average ## Amenities Swimming poolFree breakfastBarFree parking ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool ### Food & drink - Free breakfast - Bar ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Balcony - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **5.4**/10 - **Walk grade:** **52**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **15** - **Sights within 1 km:** **4**
Nearest airportChief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)113 km255 min drive
Distance to the centreGrahamstown270 m4 min walk
### Sights nearby - Eastern Star Press Museum620 m - Albany Museum Complex800 m - Observatory Museum800 m - Albany Museum930 m - The Old Provost1.1 km - Amazwi South African Museum of Literature1.4 km ## The Milner: in detail Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Experience the wonders of Grahamstown with ease by utilizing the services provided at taxi. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, experience comfort and warmth from the delightful on-site fireplace on those chilly days and nights. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. For minor or impromptu requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them without the necessity of stepping out from the hotel. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service and blackout curtains. At The Milner, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes available in select guest restrooms. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at The Milner. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the hotel at its BBQ facilities. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at The Milner. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. ### Compare ## Compare The Milner with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. Open a match-up to see where each one wins. - [10 on Milner Guesthouse](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/10-on-milner-guesthouse-grahamstown/) Guesthouse ★★★★ 170 m away 9.2 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/10-on-milner-guesthouse-grahamstown-vs-the-milner-grahamstown/) - [1 on Ross](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/1-on-ross-grahamstown/) Apartment ★★★★ 500 m away 9.4 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/1-on-ross-grahamstown-vs-the-milner-grahamstown/) - [8A Grahamstown Luxury Guest House](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/8a-grahamstown-luxury-guest-house-grahamstown/) Guesthouse ★★★★ 630 m away 9.0 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/8a-grahamstown-luxury-guest-house-grahamstown-vs-the-milner-grahamstown/) - [AppleBee Guest Cottages](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/applebee-guest-cottages-grahamstown/) Guesthouse ★★★ 820 m away 9.6 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/applebee-guest-cottages-grahamstown-vs-the-milner-grahamstown/) - [Jenny's Guest House](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/jenny-s-guest-house-grahamstown/) Guesthouse ★★★ 890 m away 8.2 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/jenny-s-guest-house-grahamstown-vs-the-milner-grahamstown/) ## Questions about The Milner ### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Milner? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00. ### Does The Milner include breakfast? The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included. ### Does The Milner have a pool? Yes, The Milner has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at The Milner? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is The Milner from the airport? The nearest airport, Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ), is 113 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does The Milner have? The Milner has 7 rooms. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/) --- Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-milner-grahamstown/. Facts are compiled by StayVersus from partner data (Agoda), Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports, public Google Maps listings and hotels' own websites. 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