Roma Trading Post

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Roma Trading Post is a charming trading post operated since 1903. The attached guesthouse includes garden rooms, rondavels and the original sandstone homestead, with shared kitchen, set in a lush garden. The accommodating and personable staff can organise adventures including pony trekking, mountain biking, hiking, visits to nearby minwane (dinosaur footprints) and local attractions.

It is clearly signposted on the north (Maseru) side of town. Breakfast and dinner are available, costing M90 and M150 respectively.

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