In the early 1800’s Grahamstown was a thriving bustling city of ivory traders, big game hunters and soldiers thronging the streets. Today the Grahamstown streets still hum with activity but only during the June/July Arts Festival when it comes alive with artistes, markets stalls, performers and visitors. The most bizarre thing you might see in Grahamstown outside festival time is the pre-historic Coelacanth, a fish caught off the east coast of Africa thought to be extinct for more than 80 million years! 

Grahamstown Accommodation

Grahamstown boasts a variety of accommodations to suit all tastes and pockets - ranging from luxurious three-star hotels and guesthouses to cosy bed & breakfast establishments. There are also many guest farms in the area as well as private game reserves, some of international acclaim. Budget accommodation available at the Old Gaol Backpackers and at the Municipal Caravan Park.

• Amakhulu Central Reservations
  Merl offers a very friendly and professional service to book accommodation in South Africa. She specializes in the Eastern Cape including Grahamstown.
  
• Accommodation in Grahamstown
  This is by far the best website that I have come across for accommodation in South Africa. You deal directly with the accommodation establishment and can complete the whole booking online.
  
• Elizabeth House
  Situated in Grahamstown, the heart of Settler country, Elizabeth House offers warm hospitality and every comfort.
  
• The Hermitage
  A charming English style villa built by Henry Somerset in the 1820's. Its been restored perfectly and offers that real colonial feeling
  

For Grahamstown tourist information, contact Grahamstown Tourist Information, information, tours and accommodation