Where is the best place to stay in Free State?

Bloemfontein, Clarens, and Parys are some of the most favoured places to stay in Free State.

What are the best hotels in Free State?

1,531 reviews rated Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse with an average score of 8.9/10. It may also be worth looking into the Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein, which received a rating of 8.2/10 from 609 reviews. Protea Hotel by Marriott Bloemfontein Willow Lake could also be a good option, with a score of 8.1/10 from 807 reviews.

What is a good hotel near Central University of Technology?

With a rating of 8.9/10 from 1,531 reviews, Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse is a hotel close to Central University of Technology that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

What is a good hotel in Free State near Bloemfontein City Hall?

The most popular hotel near Bloemfontein City Hall is Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse, with 1,531 HotelsCombined users scoring it 8.9/10.

Is there a good hotel near University of the Free State?

If you’re looking for good hotels near University of the Free State, consider Villa Bali Luxury Guesthouse (rated 8.9 over 1,531 reviews).

What is the most popular city in Free State to stay in?

The majority of our users looked for stays in Bloemfontein, which makes it the most popular city to stay in Free State. Clarens and Parys in Free State are also popular among our users if you’re looking for more recommendations.

What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Free State?

Central University of Technology, Bloemfontein City Hall, and University of the Free State are the most popular landmarks in Free State according to our data. You can experience Central University of Technology if you plan to visit Bloemfontein. You can visit Bloemfontein City Hall if you stay in Bloemfontein. University of the Free State is accessible while staying in Bloemfontein.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Free State?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Free State is August ($49). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Free State is December ($68).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Free State?

The cheapest day to stay in Free State is Sunday ($54). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $69.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Free State?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 58 days before your trip to Free State. The lowest price found when booking 58 days ahead was $38 per night.

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Discover well-known properties in Free State that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,601 hotels in Free State and price data was last updated on 18 January 2026. The average price for a hotel in Free State is $58/night.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Free State?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Free State is August ($49). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Free State is December ($68).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Free State?

The cheapest day to stay in Free State is Sunday ($54). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $69.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Free State?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 58 days before your trip to Free State. The lowest price found when booking 58 days ahead was $38 per night.

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Where to stay in Free State

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