City Living Boutique Hotel Bloemfontein, Bloemfontein - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Cnr James Scott & Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, Bloemfontein, South Africa, 9301

City Living Boutique Hotel, a 4-star property in Bloemfontein, offers a business hub and modern conference facilities accommodating up to 50 delegates. The hotel boasts a restaurant, bar, and complimentary WiFi throughout, with a 24-hour front desk and terrace garden for guests.

Modern Luxury Accommodations

City Living Boutique Hotel features 21 air-conditioned units, including 2 executive suites, 17 double/single rooms, 1 family unit, and 1 luxury apartment. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, electronic safe, and workstation.

Restaurant and Bar

The restaurant provides a rustic ambience with private event rooms, while the bar hosts Happy Hour on weekdays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A 2-course set menu is available for dinner service.

Business Center Services

The Business Hub serves light lunches and accommodates intimate meetings to extensive company training sessions. A conference room equipped with HDMI proxy flat-screen TV, flipcharts, and WiFi supports various business needs.

Central City Location

City Living Boutique Hotel is 9.5 miles from Bram Fischer International Airport, with shuttle service available upon request. The property provides convenient access to Freshford House Museum and Oliewne Art Gallery.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Executive King Suite

Max:

2 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Family Room

Max:

4 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Bloemfontein 1.7 mi

Airports

Bram Fischer International (BFN) 7.5 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Cozy Comfort

“Despite some initial concerns, the bed was pleasantly comfortable and inviting, making for a restful night after a long journey.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast spread was good, offering a range of fresh and tasty options that set the perfect tone for our day.” view full review

Stylish Decor

“The room was beautifully decorated, showcasing modern aesthetics that made our stay feel special and upscale.” view full review

Charming Ambiance

“The thoughtful room decor created a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it a lovely retreat to unwind after a busy day.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Cnr James Scott & Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, Bloemfontein, South Africa, 9301

Map view

Cnr James Scott & Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein, Bloemfontein, South Africa, 9301

City landmarks

Museums

Oliewenhuis Art Museum

1.2 mi

Shopping Area

Mimosa Mall

2700 ft

Museums

National Museum Bloemfontein

1.3 mi

Stadiums

Free State Stadium

1.6 mi

Corner of Henry St and First Ave

Loch Logan Waterfront

1.2 mi

Museums

Freshford House Museum

1.2 mi

Naval Hill

1.4 mi

Charlotte Maxeke Street

Hoffman Square

1.5 mi

8 President Brand St

Hertzog Square

1.2 mi

Golf Course

Tempe Golf Club

1.1 mi

Zoo

Bloemfontein Zoo

1.3 mi

Henry St

Friends of the Zoo

4000 ft

Parks

Kings Park Rose Garden

1.3 mi

Loch Logan

4600 ft

Gallery

Kotze Kunsgalery

4300 ft

Mall

Preller Square

1.4 mi

Museums

South African Armour Museum

1.8 mi

10 President Brandt Street

Fourth Raadsaal

1.2 mi

Naval Hill

Nelson Mandela Statue

1.3 mi

President Brand St

Old Presidency

1.4 mi

Merriam Makeba St

National Afrikaans Literary Museum and Research Centre

1.2 mi

Selborne Ave

Bloemfontein Fountain

1.2 mi

5 President Brandt Street

Bloemfontein City Hall

1.6 mi

Museums

Queen's Fort Military Museum

1.8 mi

Church

Sacred Heart Cathedral Catholic Church

1.5 mi

Union Avenue Hamilton Park

Orchid House

1.5 mi

95 St Georges St

First Raadsaal Museum

1.5 mi

Van Blerck St

SA School of Armour

1.7 mi

Parks

Naval Hill Nature Reserve

1.8 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Gallery on Leviseur

1000 ft

Restaurants

59Plenty

2000 ft

59 Genl Dan Pienaar Drive Westdene

Bella Casa

2700 ft

31 President Steyn Avenue

Avanti Italian Restaurant

2700 ft

53 2nd Avenue Westdene

Euro Caffe

3100 ft

Mimosa Mall Shop U32

New York Restaurant

3400 ft

35 Reid Street corner 2nd Avenue

Mugg & Bean

3100 ft

131 Kellner Street

Iewers Nice

3100 ft

28 Reid Street Westdene

Stereo Cafe

2600 ft

35 President Steyn Avenue Westdene

Burning Spear Spur Steak Ranch

3500 ft

194 Nelson Mandela Drive Brandwag

Patso's cafe

4000 ft

99 President Reitz Westdene

Cubana Havana Lounge & Latino Caffe

4100 ft

Cnr 2nd Avenue & President Reitz Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

58%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

Convenient location

Cleanliness of some areas

No hot water

Poor management response

5.8/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.6

Location

7.2

Service

5.8

Dining

5.0

Jonathan

United Kingdom, March 2025

6.8/10

My stay at the hotel had a mix of positives and negatives. The staff were helpful and the room was clean, leading to a decent night’s rest. However, the bedding was undersized for the bed, and there were some maintenance issues in the bathroom. Overall, it was an average experience with room for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The room was clean, but the bedding was undersized for the double bed.

Service

8.0

Service at the hotel was excellent from booking to checkout, with all requirements met.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located for travelers, being halfway while traveling home from Cape.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

Maintenance is needed, especially in the bathroom, but the overall condition was acceptable.

Richard

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.6/10

My stay at this hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. While the staff was helpful and the room was clean, there were significant issues with the amenities and maintenance. The experience fell short of expectations, especially considering the value for money had room for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The room I stayed in was clean, but it needed some maintenance, especially in the bathroom. The bedding was also not the right size for the bed.

Service

7.0

The service throughout my stay was generally good, and the staff was accommodating to my needs, but the overall response to issues could have been better.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in a central area, making it convenient for getting around, though it's a bit noisy at times.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

Some facilities like the television didn't meet expectations with poor sound and picture quality, which was disappointing.

Avery

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.0/10

I had a rather disappointing stay at the hotel. The location has potential, being somewhat central and quiet. However, the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms were lacking, and the service did not meet my expectations. The breakfast could use significant improvement as well. Overall, it was not a great experience, and I wouldn't recommend it.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was disappointing with maintenance issues and undersized bedding. It didn't feel comfortable at all.

Service

5.0

The service left a lot to be desired, as there were unresolved issues with my booking and a lack of communication from management.

Location

6.0

The hotel is located in a quiet area, which is nice for a peaceful stay but still close to the center.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was unsatisfactory, taking too long to be served and lacking in quality.

Facilities

Facilities seem basic, and the overall maintenance is lacking.

Henry

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.4/10

I had a mix of experiences during my stay. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the service was generally good, but the dining experience left much to be desired. There were some issues with the amenities, such as the breakfast taking too long and being quite dry. Overall, it’s a decent spot but with room for improvement in a few areas.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean with comfortable furnishings, making for a pleasant stay.

Service

9.0

The service from booking to checkout was excellent, and the staff was helpful when I needed assistance.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in a quieter area, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, which I really appreciated.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast could definitely be improved as it took too long to serve and was a bit dry, which was disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were adequate for a boutique hotel, though I noticed that some amenities need attention.

Taylor

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.0/10

My experience at the hotel had its ups and downs. While the location was decent and the booking process went smoothly, the overall condition of the room left a lot to be desired. Despite some clean aspects, there were issues like no hot water, which was quite frustrating. The lack of responsiveness from management regarding my concerns made the experience less enjoyable.

Rooms

5.0

The room was somewhat clean but had several issues, including no hot water and dirty bedding. The bedding was undersized for the double bed, which was uncomfortable.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking; despite my complaints about the room issues, I felt ignored and the promises of a refund were never fulfilled.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located in a central area, which is convenient for traveling. It was close enough to the main attractions.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need maintenance, especially in the bathrooms. While the overall vibe of the hotel is boutique, it could do with some updates.

Convenient location

No hot water