Malagas Hotel - Malgas

Family-friendly hotel on the Breede River in Malgas, South Africa

Amenities & Activities

Malagas Hotel Malgas is the only remaining family-friendly hotel along the Breede River, offering guests unique access to one of the last ferries in South Africa. The hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool, a volleyball court, and a trampoline, plus a paddleboat and canoes for rent on the river. Indoor recreation includes a billiards table, darts, and croquet, while fishing and river cruises are available for guests wanting to explore the water.

Dining

The in-house pub features traditional decor and a vintage wine selection, serving as a cozy spot for evening drinks. The restaurant offers South African home-cooking, with a full South African breakfast and a five-course dinner included in the dinner, bed and breakfast package. Guests can choose from a large variety of dishes on the menu, with the chef often greeting diners personally.

Family & Children

Families staying at Malagas Hotel have access to a children's playground and both indoor and outdoor play areas with board games and puzzles. Kids' meals are available at the restaurant, and the property offers family rooms with garden views that can accommodate groups. The trampoline and volleyball court provide additional outdoor activities for children of all ages.

Location & Nature

Set within the Lower Breede River Conservancy, Malagas Hotel is surrounded by rich biodiversity and offers sightings of the Protected Blue Crane and large flocks of flamingos. Guests can take the nearby pont ferry across the Breede River to Witsand for whale watching, or drive 16 miles to De Hoop Nature Reserve. The 24 miles gravel road access is maintained, and the hotel's riverside position provides scenic views from multiple seating areas.

Business & Events

Malagas Hotel offers conference facilities for business events in a serene riverside setting, with meeting rooms that can accommodate groups. Team-building activities range from karaoke sessions to a sunset cruise on the Breede River, providing an alternative to traditional boardroom gatherings. The hotel also provides daily housekeeping, laundry services, and an ATM on site to facilitate longer stays.

• Location: On the banks of the Breede River, near De Hoop Nature Reserve
• Amenities: Outdoor swimming pool, canoeing, river cruises, billiards
• Dining: South African home-cooking included, in-house pub with vintage wine selection
• Family: Children's playground, board games, indoor play area, family rooms
• Activities: Fishing, darts, volleyball, croquet, birdwatching for Blue Crane
• Business: Conference facilities, team-building including karaoke and sunset cruises
• Access: Unique pont ferry crossing to Witsand for whale watching