Enjoy your visit to Clarens with a stay at By the Way Guesthouse. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (15 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Breakfast available each morning (surcharge)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Ziplining nearby
Services
Concierge services
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Way Guesthouse House Clarens
Way Guesthouse Clarens
Way Guesthouse
Way Clarens
By the Way Guesthouse Clarens
By the Way Guesthouse Guesthouse
By the Way Guesthouse Guesthouse Clarens
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at By the Way Guesthouse?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at By the Way Guesthouse?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at By the Way Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at By the Way Guesthouse and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, rock climbing, and sailing. By the Way Guesthouse also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near By the Way Guesthouse?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does By the Way Guesthouse have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, cookware, and a coffee maker.
What's the area around By the Way Guesthouse like?
By the Way Guesthouse is a short 11-minute walk from Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail and 9 minutes' walk from Clarens Brewery.
By the Way Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
January 5, 2023
The stay was comfortable and very pleasant.
John
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 12, 2021
Friendly welcome, beautiful touches in the unit. The full size stove/oven was a great help. Dining table, comfy sofa and bed with a warm vibe were all wonderful. Host was kind and responsive. Great stay!
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
August 30, 2019
My stay
My stay at By The Way was amazing even though I stayed for a night only but the place comfortable and relaxing I’m looking forward to comeback and stay for a weekend
Earl
Earl, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 27, 2018
The breakfast baskets were an absolute treat, and we looked forward to them each morning.
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
July 27, 2018
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 16, 2017
Great hosts & great facilities, thank you!!!
The guesthouse is ideally located next to sites where you can enjoy various activities, it's easy to find right at the entrance of Clarens. We enjoyed the service, very flexible and friendly. I would recommend this guest house whether for business or leisure.
Akofang
Akofang, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
September 28, 2017
Very pleasant owner
Helpful, walking distance from centre of activities.
Large apartment with nice balcony.
We enjoyed our stay!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 19, 2017
A little treasure in Clarens
What an amazing find! My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend stay and found the accommodation charming. We especially enjoyed the picnic baskets served to your room, allowing us to enjoy the welcome luxury of having breakfast in bed. A delightful, great value stay - highly recommended!!! Thank you so much to the chef owner who also accommodated our complicated dietary requirements - really very appreciated!
Candice
Candice, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 12, 2017
A bit of England in Africa
Had a great time. So close to the activity.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 20, 2017
Beautiful and Charming with Delicious Breakfast
We couldn't have asked for a better stay at By the Way Guesthouse. This beautifully decorated lodge is cozy and charming. The owners were very welcoming and helpful and the breakfasts, which can be delivered to your room, were to die for. I hope to return and stay in some of the other rooms - it was hard to choose just one!
Dana
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 8, 2019
Angenehmer Aufenthalt
Uns hat es im By the Way gut gefallen. Lediglich die nahe Fernstrasse/Kreuzung kann am Morgen bisschen laut sein.
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
November 6, 2018
Rezeption ist nicht ständig besetzt und es empfiehlt sich ein benutzbares Mobiltelefon dabei zu haben. Wenn niemand im Haus ist muss man anrufen. Ansonsten gab es keine Beanstandung. Das Haus liegt gleich an der Abzweigung nach Clarens und in die Ottsmitte sind es ein paar hundert Meter zu Fuss. (Grösstenteils kein Fussgängerweg vorhanden)