The apartments are not spectacular, for sure, but for the price, it's more than you need. If you don't need luxury and want to save some money in the accommodation, really worth it. The have, towels, tools, homeware and everything you need (for sure not soap and hotel's stuff). Our flat had security, fireplace and braai (you can check on... More

Having read the reviews of the cottages, I was somewhat apprehensive. My fears were unfounded - we had a beautiful spacious cottage with wonderful sea views. Obviously, the accommodation is nothing like the hotel - but neither is the price! I would recommend them as excellent value for money - particularly for family groups.

We stayed in Cottage 1D for one night on 14 January 2011. I was a bit apprehensive, based on previous reviews, but I found most of these to be unjustified. Many people called the furniture, structures etc. 'tired' - the only thing coming close to 'tired' was the receptionist! (Shame, must've been a long week...). I think they may have... More

Although a friend suggested the Arniston Resort and Spa, we opted for the Arniston Cottages, hoping for something more casual and private. We were not disappointed, ended up with an upper level unit under the thatched roof (no fireplace, alas) but a balcony offering a sea view, perfect for coffee in the morning. Little to do but to chill, take... More

We arrived in Arniston just prior to sunset. After viewing the Southern Right Whales for an hour we decided to find a room. We saw a sign for Arniston Seaside Cottages and pulled in. We phoned Mary who was came to the office in 5 minutes, gave us some fire wood and a key and told us to eat at... More

Luxury it is not. Only if you consider the following to be luxury: - threadbare bedding (my sheet had tiny hole in them) - bathrooms that are extremely outdated (dont even have mixers to give you a sense of how old the fittings are) - no bathmats for when you get out of the bath/shower - an electric blanket for... More

Beautiful thatched cottage, very close to the sea and a short walk to both the local cave of interest and a hotel which apparently serves very good food (we didn't eat there). Reading the visitors' book, a number of guests bemoaned the lack of satelliteTV ... so do be clear, this place is about walks, a good bottle of wine... More

We stayed at Culross, which is one of Etna's Self-Catering Cottages (www.arniston-etnas.co.za). It was 4 adults, 2 children and 1 toddler. The place was clean and had everything we needed and more. The weather was lovely and the sea was nearby although not really within walking distance if you have kids that might need to be carried. The best part... More

Great location but if budgets do not run to staying in the hotel there try Bredasdorp which is not far away.