Bed and Breakfast Accommodation Near Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex

The Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex is located on the very spot where Portuguese mariner Bartolomeu Dias, the first European to ever set foot on the southern shores of Africa, landed in 1488 to pave the way for a sea route around the horn of Africa. Dias discovered a fresh spring near to the shore and named it Aguada de São Bras, meaning watering place of Saint Blaize. This lovely sheltered bay is called Mossel Bay and is a regular stopover for visitors to the Garden Route which extends along this stretch of the southern coastline of South Africa. During the late 16th century and early 17th century, Mossel Bay was used as a refreshment station and where a ship captain once left a letter warning others of pending unrest in India. This ancient old postal tree still survives and the 5 buildings that make up the Bartolomeu Dias museum complex are concentrated around both the tree... Show more

Enter the Granary to obtain information regarding the museum complex and to view the various exhibits on display. The Maritime Museum holds a replica of Dias’ caravel, built in Portugal in 1987 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of his epic journey, along with various exhibits that include shipping logs, maps and ancient navigational tools.

The Shell Museum contains the largest collection of shells in South Africa and has an interesting touch tank. The museum is laid out in the shape of a snail’s shell.

Outside is a Braille Trail for the visually impaired to learn of the region’s flora. In the gardens are giant whale bones recovered from nearby beaches.

A few Malay graves were discovered in 1968, one of which is believed to be that of an Imam (Muslim leader), and used as a place of worship by local Muslims.

Grab a self-guided map from the Info Centre to enjoy the complex at your leisure and chill in the well laid out gardens where it’s believed some of the plants originated from Dias’ days. Before departing, post a letter in the shoe under the postal tree to receive a special commemorative franking on the letter.

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B&B's (also knows as BnB's) vary from one another, but are each unique and offer a personalised getaway. B&Bs, as they are often called, save guests time and money by removing the worry about the first meal of the day This makes planning that much easier for your stay. This is perfect for guests who plan on doing a lot of sightseeing and expect to be out and about the entire day and night. Bed and Breakfasts are often in private homes or converted historical buildings. Meaning if you have a look through Accommodirects listings, you can find the perfect Bed and Breakfast suited to your taste.

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Blue Whale Lodge

Bed And Breakfast, Self Catering in Mossel Bay

R720

The Point Hotel and Spa

Bed And Breakfast, Boutique Hotels, Hotels in Mossel Bay

R2,600

Oceans Hotel

Bed And Breakfast, Cottages, Chalets, Self Catering, Hotels, Villas in Mossel Bay

R1,005

Waves Of Grace Seafront Villa

Bed And Breakfast in Herold's Bay

R3,000

Bar-t-nique Guest House

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Mossel Bay

R1,200

At Whale-Phin Guest House

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Mossel Bay

R840

The Owls Inn Country Villa's

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses, Self Catering, Pets By Arrangement in George

R800

Aquamarine Guest House

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Mossel Bay

R1,300

At 29 Columba

Bed And Breakfast in Great Brak River

R700

Sandstone Manor

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Mossel Bay Central, Mossel Bay

R700

The Hills Guest House

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Hartenbos

R1,350

Eden Guest House B&B

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Dana Bay

R700

Gran's Nest B+B Self catering

Bed And Breakfast, Apartments, Guest Houses, Self Catering in Dana Bay

R1,100

African Oceans Manor on the Beach

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Mossel Bay

R2,601

Villa da Graca - NO Load-shedding!

Bed And Breakfast, Cottages, Guest Houses, Self Catering, Pets By Arrangement in Linkside, Mossel Bay

R900

Blue Owl Guest House

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Hartenbos

R950

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Lodge, Game Lodges in Mossel Bay

R9,600

Aviators Paradise Guest House and B&B

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Mossel Bay

R750

New Stone Manor

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses in Mossel Bay

R1,075

Betty's Boutique Hotel

Bed And Breakfast, Boutique Hotels, Hotels in Mossel Bay

R1,750

Santos Express

Bed And Breakfast, Apartments, Backpacker in Mossel Bay

R620

Outeniquabosch Lodge

Bed And Breakfast, Chalets, Guest Lodge in Mossel Bay

R1,300

The Village At Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Lodge, Game Lodges in Mossel Bay

R5,880

Marine Manor - Cape Agulhas

Bed And Breakfast, Guest Houses, Guest Lodge in Bay View, Mossel Bay

R1,900