The Shakespeare Inn

Hotels
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Independent
7.2 (5 reviews)
C/O Faraday Blvd. & Shakespeare Street, CW6, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1900 , Vanderbijlpark , ZA
27-0663393751

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Facilities

Free WiFi
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Picnic area
Conference space
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Dirty carpets
Noise from rats/mice
Lack of hangers in room
Poor service
No refund for early checkout

Categories

Cleanliness
2
Guests found the cleanliness severely lacking, with complaints about dirty carpets and presence of rats/mice in the room.
Service
3
Service was poor with complaints about the hotel not addressing noise issues and the lack of hangers in the room.
Location
5
No specific feedback provided on the location in the review.
Room Quality
2
Guests mentioned serious issues with room quality such as noise from rats/mice, lack of hangers, and overall poor condition.
Amenities
5
No specific feedback provided on the amenities in the review.
Value for Money
2
Guests felt the hotel did not offer value for money due to the poor room conditions and noise issues.
Food and Beverage
5
No specific feedback provided on the food and beverage in the review.
Overall Experience
2
Guests had a terrible experience with noise issues, lack of basic amenities, and poor room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-28 12:55

Property Description

Recreation and Relaxation
Enjoy a seasonal outdoor pool, terrace, and garden at The Shakespeare Inn for utmost relaxation.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet, benefit from wedding services, and relax in the picnic area.

Delicious Dining and Events
Savor meals at the restaurant, grab a drink at the bar/lounge, and host events with the business center and conference facilities provided.

Plan your visit to Vanderbijlpark today and experience these exceptional amenities at The Shakespeare Inn. Located minutes away from major attractions, book now for a memorable stay.

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from September to March.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • General

    Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

  • Covid

    Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 5 reviews
Cleanliness: 2
Service: 3
Location: 5
Room Quality: 2
Amenities: 5
Value for Money: 2
Food and Beverage: 5
Overall Experience: 2
Z
zwai • family_with_children • za
1
Shakespeare inn wasn't what I looked for,I was sold the wrong thing and I won't advise anybody I kno
Pros:

I didn't even stayed there,I wanted a self catering place not a hotel, we went out for fun with my family, we pop in there with a boot full of groceries and meat.I had to book another place,I was gatvol

Cons:

What was there to like?

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
T
tsepo • family_with_children • za
10
Pros:

The way they treating customers

Cons:

The way they treating customers

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • family_with_children • za
9
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Regimond • family_with_children • za
1
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
D
Dorcas • family_with_children • za
2
Pros:

Customer service from the guy who was at reception, very friendly and always willing to go and extra mile to help us

Cons:

Our room 109 was very dirty on the wall with old champagne or reddish fizzy drinks stains. Swimming pool was very dirty with old dead dove and the was no light on that side it was very dark. All thanks the the male receptionist who who got us the light as much as it was not enough but atleast we managed to swim

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jacob • couple • za
3
Crap
Pros:

Not available

Cons:

No hotwater
Dirty towels
Aircon not working
Blocked drainage systems

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Zaheer • solo_traveller • za
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything, i have photos to show you how ridiculous this venue is.......please dont advertise the venue

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
T
Thulani • couple • za
6
No comments
Pros:

We dint have a breakfast

Cons:

We couldn't sleep well as some guests were making a lot of noise, drinking alcohol and misbehaving

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
M
matjitlane • family_with_children • za
7
Cons:

Staff attitude

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
M
Mpho Orapeleng • couple • za
7
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Silva Fernandes • extended_group • za
7
2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Lerato • family_with_children • za
10
2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Rasooma • family_with_children • za
7
2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Thabang • family_with_children • za
10
Feels like home
Pros:

The place is peaceful and clean, also the staff is exceptionally good

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Nomandla • family_with_children • za
9
Pros:

I liked the receptionist they are so friendly

Cons:

Stairs😭😭imagine going to the 4th floor with luggages and 2 yrs baby I even asked about the lift

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
B
Bohlale • couple • za
10
It was good we enjoyed every moment with my boyfriend
Pros:

Ambience was filled with love

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-25 • via Nuitee
P
Prudence • couple • za
1
2025-12-25 • via Nuitee
T
tsepo • family_with_children • za
10
2025-12-16 • via Nuitee
J
Jane • solo_traveller • za
10
2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
M
Manana • family_with_children • za
4
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee