Greyton Ecolodge

About

Greyton Ecolodge is an incentive run by Greyton Transition Town (GTT), a non-profit organisation. 

Janet Richards has been at the lodge since 2014 and took over managing it in 2019. Janet has a passion for people. She is always on hand to give the best advice about Greyton’s top attractions. 

Many repeat guests say that Janet’s friendly hospitality and the lodge’s good vibes inspire them to return year after year.

Funds generated from the Greyton Ecolodge are used for the Eco-Crew / Ranger programme run by Greyton Transition Town.

Greyton Transition Town

Greyton Transition Town is part of the worldwide movement of around 3,000 towns. The organisation brings communities together to find local solutions to global challenges.

GTT is the first official transition town in South Africa and a flagship project of the Western Cape government’s 110% Green Initiative. It works within the community on such issues as food security, waste management, healthy housing, renewable energy and integration. Eco-ranger programmes for vulnerable children and young people are offered for children and adults.

Dormitory

The Dormitory at Greyton Ecolodge has a beautiful view of the mountains and the Greyton Nature Reserve.

• Number of Bedrooms: eight
• Occupancy: six per room
• Beds: single

The communal bathroom has showers, basins and toilets.

Rates

• 1 - 20 people - R170 per person per day
• 21 - 35 people - Price negotiable
• Day Visitor Fee (when joining a group) - R50 per person per day

Communal Dorm Amenities

• Wi-Fi
• Fully Equipped Kitchen (dinner package available by arrangement)
• Dining / Entertainment Area (TV and fireplace)
• Enclosed Garden
• Outdoor Braai
• Firepit
• Bike Storage
• Laundry Facilities
• Secure Parking

Included

• Bed Linen

Excluded

• Please bring towels

Private Rooms

Greyton Ecolodge has private rooms with stunning views of the mountain, nature reserve and lodge garden. 

• Number of Bedrooms: six
• Occupancy: two per room
• Beds: twin beds or double

The private rooms have a communal bathroom with showers, basins and toilets.

Rates

• 1 Person - R350 per room per night
• 2 People Sharing - R245 per person per night
• Day Visitor Fee (when joining a group) - R50 per person per day

Communal Private Room Amenities

• Wi-Fi
• Fully Equipped Kitchen (dinner package available by arrangement)
• Dining / Entertainment Area (TV and fireplace)
• Enclosed Garden
• Outdoor Braai
• Firepit
• Bike Storage
• Laundry Facilities
• Secure Parking

Included

• Bed Linen

Excluded

• Please bring towels

Cabins

Greyton Ecolodge has comfortable private cabins with mountain views and easy access to the Boesmanskloof hiking trail!

• Number of Cabins: two
• Occupancy: two
• Bed: double 

The cabins share a communal ablution block with showers, basins and toilets.

Rates

• From R500 per cabin per night
• Day Visitor Fee (when joining a group) - R50 per person per day

Communal Cabin Amenities

• Wi-Fi
• Fully Equipped Kitchen (dinner package available by arrangement)
• Dining / Entertainment Area (TV and fireplace)
• Enclosed Garden
• Outdoor Braai
• Firepit
• Bike Storage
• Laundry Facilities
• Secure Parking

Included

• Bed Linen

Excluded

• Please bring towels
   

Functions / Events

Greyton Ecolodge provides the perfect budget-friendly venue for exclusive-use DIY functions that could include:

• Team Building
• Birthday Parties
• Theme Weekends
• Weddings
• Family Reunions
• Music Events
• Seminars
• Training Courses

Contact Janet Richards for more information about hosting your function at Greyton Ecolodge, venue availability and cost.

Nearby Activities

Greyton Ecolodge finds itself in an award-winning village.

• Saturday Morning Market
• Historic Village Walk
• Art Meandre
• Greyton Nature Reserve
• Hiking
• MTB
• Horse Riding
• Birdwatching

Reviews

“Greyton Ecolodge might not look like much from the outside, but the inside is clean and smells fresh. The beds are amazing, especially after a long day. Not a lot of noise from the outside world. DStv, communal kitchen and dining area, along with free Wi-Fi. The staff are all very friendly.”  Jacques Folscher

“Friendly staff, clean and neat room with beautiful views. Greyton Ecolodge is in a great location and within walking distance of the main road and attractions.”  Lise-Mari Gillespie

“What a great place to stay! Friendly, helpful staff and the cheapest rates in town. Facilities are clean, albeit basic. Quiet, but also perfect for children. Greyton Ecolodge is safe and central to town and has easy access to hiking trails and other outdoor activities. They are big on recycling.”  Sven Fautley

“Greyton Ecolodge is a lovely place. The staff is so friendly and attentive. The food was awesome. I slept like a baby every night. Late-night bonfires are a dream to do so close to nature. The tranquillity this place and its location provides is worth recommending.”  Wilmari Hanekom

“We took Westerford High School’s newly elected pupil leaders to Greyton Ecolodge for our Leadership Camp. We had a lovely time there. We used the dining room at mealtimes and when we did leadership training and certain team-building activities. We also used the lodge’s braai area for socialising around the fire, and the lovely lawns in the back for mindfulness activities. The scenery and views from the lodge are stunning! The accommodation was basic but suited our needs. The food was delicious! We took our leaders on a hike along the Maermanskloof Trail for a bonding experience. Greyton is safe and our learners enjoyed exploring the village and what it had to offer. The weekend market was a hit. We will be back!”  Chiara Schiava & Sunnen