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Kosmos Manor

Kosmos, Hartbeespoort, South Africa

Expedia guest rating: 8.4/10

Verified Expedia reviews: 27

Property class: 5-star

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Is Kosmos Manor a good choice for a lake-view weekend in Hartbeespoort?

Yes—this five-star bed and breakfast in Kosmos rates 8.4 from 27 reviews, with lake-view suites, an outdoor pool open around the clock, a free breakfast that reviewers single out and massages arranged on site. It suits couples and small families who want views and a proper breakfast rather than resort facilities, with the dam about 14 minutes away by road and the Hartbeespoortdam Elephant Sanctuary a similar distance.

8.4 from 27 reviewsLake-view suites24-hour poolFree breakfastMassages on site
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Who should choose it?

Couples: Presidential and Luxury Suites with lake views, plus massages and a bar and lounge.

Families: a Luxury Family Suite sleeps four and children are welcome.

Self-catering stays: a Luxury Self Catering Unit for two suits guests who want to cook.

Lake views, a 24-hour pool and a breakfast worth getting up for

Suites facing the lakeLuxury, Presidential and Presidential Supreme suites all list lake views.
Pool open 24 hoursUnusual here—most pools in this collection close in the early evening.
Free breakfastReviewers repeatedly mention the omelettes and the breakfast overall.
Massages and meeting roomsSpa treatments plus business services for a working stay.

How we would book it

Check-in runs from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a minimum age of 18, and checkout is at 11:00 AM—an hour later than most properties here. The front desk is staffed only from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so tell the manor if you expect to arrive near the 8:00 PM cut-off. There are no rollaway beds, extra beds or cots, so book the Family Suite rather than adding a bed.

Why we’d book it

  • Lake-view suites at several sizes, up to four guests.
  • Outdoor pool with 24-hour access.
  • Free breakfast that reviews praise consistently.
  • Free parking, free Wi-Fi and on-site massages.

Trade-offs

  • No rollaway beds, extra beds or cots.
  • The front desk closes at 5:00 PM and check-in ends at 8:00 PM.
  • Some older reviews mention maintenance concerns.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kosmos Manor have a pool?

Yes. The outdoor pool is listed with 24-hour access.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. A free breakfast is included, and reviewers single out the omelettes.

Do the rooms have lake views?

Several do. The Luxury, Presidential and Presidential Supreme suites are all listed with lake views.

How far is Hartbeespoort Dam?

About 14 minutes by road, listed as 5.1 miles, with the Elephant Sanctuary a similar distance.

What are the check-in and checkout times?

Check-in runs from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM and checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Rating, review count, facilities, room types and policies were checked on the property’s Expedia listing on 18 September 2026.

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Rating and review count checked 18 September 2026.