The Karoo Art Hotel should be on every traveller’s bucket list. This recently refurbished 1885 Karoo heirloom is an art-lovers delight, and is a stunning place to stay for an epic weekend away.
Located about three hours from Cape Town, this small town with a ton of quirk is well worth a road trip. Especially this weekend because there’s plenty on.
Here are a few things to do in Barrydale this weekend at the Karoo Art Hotel:
1. A Magical Mystery Tour:
The Magical Mystery Tour? Well, it’s a mystery! Pre-book and keep an open mind. You’ll be exploring the nooks and crannies of this cultural gem of a town by bicycle.
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2. Barrydale Balke Toe:
The shout of ‘balke toe’ in the days of old when sokkies were held in farm sheds was essentially an instruction to ‘leap for the beams’ in order for work to be done on the dance floor below. This classic village dans returns to the local hall.
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3. Stay and eat your he(art) out:
In addition to being a sensational place to stay, the Karoo Art Hotel features a rolling exhibition space for local and regional artists to showcase their works. It’s safe to say that the decor is always stunning. Staying the night? Each room is entirely unique and centred around art and history.
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The Karoo Art Hotel also features an exquisite dining room and restaurant, a bar, and a cinema, to name a few things. A lekker stop for a delicious meal.
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The details:
- Location: 30 Van Riebeeck Street, Barrydale
- Bookings: 082 441 9143
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