Farm 173 Portion 2, Zwartkloof Road, 0560 Gemsbokfontein, South Africa
#1 of 2 hotels in Gemsbokfontein
Guests' ChoiceBased on 101 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.3
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
7.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 18 July 2022
Eniel
South AfricaVery friendly and welcoming. Felt real at home. Beautiful setting.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 7 July 2022
Nathan
South AfricaRoad going to the lodge needs a bigger car (suv) or ot should be high.
Beautiful views and well maintained garden.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 4 July 2022
Pheladi
South AfricaThe location of the place is exceptional if you love remote place. The pics on the website are not doing justice to the place. i loved everything about it.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 19 June 2022
Corinna
South AfricaHeating blankets in the beds would have been nice.
Idyllic place in the mountains next to a small river. Nice and easy hiking trail to a small waterfall on the property. Delicious breakfast in the restaurant next to the pool. Will come back in summer to take a bath in the pool.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 24 May 2022
Johan
South AfricaSilence
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 26 April 2022
Mphahlele
South AfricaThe road to the venue was so pathetic
The environment and accommodation
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 20 April 2022
Lehlohonolo
South AfricaNo network. Wifi is poor
Everything
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 19 April 2022
Susan
South AfricaThe reception we received was excellent Zania was so professional and kept ensuring that we are comfy Her support staff were great
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 11 April 2022
Tsakani
South Africanothing much, we all know that business was hit by covid closures so they are also trying to get back on their feet
the location was great, we really needed a place just to rest and Thula Meetsi offerred exactly that. and Zania was very friendly and also offered to make us food as we arrived after the restaurant was closed
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 26 March 2022
Susan
South Africano WiFi couldn’t attend urgent conference meetings bad road to entrance daily replacement of towels or bedding didn’t take place no cleaning of dishes
open and relax Xania make us feel so welcome the whole time
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 8 March 2022
Bridgette
South AfricaThe roads leading to the lodge are not maintained,would recommend a 4x4,no network so it's not good to be stuck without being able to recieve help
Loved the service it was wonderful
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 27 February 2022
Refilwe
South AfricaThe gravel road with the sand and those rock's. Hope fully you guys can invest in queen beds couples can't be sleeping on single beds⅞
The staff were amazing 👏 Xaniam and Godfrey were extremely great I hope management is recognizing their hard work. Xaniam is an all rounder she works very hard and interacts well with the guests. Godfrey very sweet and humble. The only thing that is standing between me and returning is the grave road👎I really hope this can be resolved.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 17 January 2022
Marianne
South AfricaThe road before you reach the lodge
The sound of the river😍😍peaceful
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 6 January 2022
Jinelle
South AfricaTo get onto and off the property was a nightmare, roads were so and and if it rains you are screwed. 10kms of dirt road, rocks and boulders I don't suggest going there with a car. Absolutely no network or WIFI which distressing. Also the exit was flooded and nothing was being done about it until we went to help On the day we had to leave
Place was beautiful and a good experience. Staff was helpful and friendly and made us feel at home
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 3 January 2022
Thantsha
South AfricaOther than the swimming pool, Putt-Putt, table tennis and some board games, there aren't other things for children to do, especially on rainy days. I wasn't too worried but I think a bit of safety orientation can help address some concerns, in case one is worried about possible fire, flooding, snakes, animals etc. I think more hiking trail options can be introduced like an option of a longer, more challenging trail for experienced hikers. We hiked to the waterfall and back. It felt very short and left me wondering if I couldn't go up the gorge to see where the water was coming from. I think a bit more information about the area's plant, animal and bird life as well as the history can make the short hike more interesting and educational for the kids.
Perfect location for some downtime, nestled inside a gorge full of lush trees. The swooshing sound of the stream cutting through the property, with some units right next to the water, is calming and maybe even therapeutic. The hiking trail to a waterfall within the property is enjoyable for a bit of physical activity. The place is great during the rainy season. I recommend the use of a 4x4 vehicle although any car with good ground clearance will still do, have more than enough supplies. Leave the children at home if you can.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 30 December 2021
Farayi
South AfricaThe dust road was terrible, the food was NOT nice and the waiter didn’t have a clue about the menu. The rooms had no built in cupboards. Parking was far from the units and it was raining. No heated pool. Wifi was very bad and unavailable in the units. Pool table was missing a single ball.
The place was clean an spacious, the bed was comfortable. Shower was big enough for two people and the water was always hot. The morning hike to the waterfall was freshing
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 28 December 2021
Andries
South AfricaThe fact that there is no daily cleaning if rooms
The friendliness of staff and the location
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 29 November 2021
Ruth
South AfricaThe service was great, I didn't get the lady's name but she was so good to us and the place is sooo beautiful 😍😍
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 24 November 2021
Koketso
South AfricaTo reach the place was a bit of a hassle. We had to drive on a gravel road for a while, and then the road to the lodge was not clear, not marked that well.
The host was amazing, and everyone who works there always so friendly and helpful. The place is absolutely beautiful, the rooms were spacious for the amount of money we payed. Definitely great value for money.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 2 November 2021
Mbongiseni
South AfricaPhone reception was the problem and the Wifi was not working well
The location was excellent, exactly what i needed. A place away from the city lights, peaceful, quiet and surrounded by trees and mountains. No passing cars.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 1 November 2021
Lerato
South AfricaSorry to disappoint I loved the property
Firstly the staff members I have never met people who are so friendly and concerned about our stay Xania made sure that we are comfortable and welhemina thank you for the clean charlet.The property is amazing the inside nje is so beautiful.I am definitely coming back again👌👌
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 25 October 2021
Paul
South AfricaClean well kept property and chalet. The staff was awesome and the on-site restaurant and bar was a big plus!
The cold swimming pool! LOL!
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 27 September 2021
Khumbulani
South AfricaThe waterfall and dam were dry. This could be communicated better to ensure guests are not disappointed. Apart from table tennis, pool (snooker), putt putt and swimming there’s nothing else to do.
Beautiful gardens, pool and cabins. Staff are very committed to making your stay worthwhile.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 6 September 2021
Matt
South AfricaWhen driving in there is a sand place where smaller cars would find it difficult to drive pass
Stayed in September 2021
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