Blue Haze Country Lodge

Hotels
6.9 (213 reviews)
3 Moor Park Road , Estcourt , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Safety deposit box
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Welcoming staff
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Unhelpful management
Room quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
5.36
Numerous issues with cleanliness noted, with dust and unclean areas throughout.
Service
7.83
Some staff were welcoming, but management was unhelpful and lacking.
Location
9.37
Many reviews praised the location as very good and peaceful.
Room Quality
6.32
Rooms did not match expectations; issues with maintenance and comfort.
Amenities
6.85
Basic amenities with issues such as lack of functional wi-fi and no backup power.
Value for Money
6.31
Overall experience does not match the price paid for the accommodation.
Food and Beverage
5.86
Mixed experiences with food; noted as an issue in some reviews.
Overall Experience
7.33
Overall sentiment expressed disappointment with many aspects of the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 08:56

Property Description

Scenic Mountain Views
Experience breathtaking mountain views from every room at Blue Haze Country Lodge. The perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway.

Family-Friendly Amenities
Enjoy a range of family-friendly amenities including a children's playground, outdoor swimming pool, and activities like cycling in the surrounding area. Fun for the whole family!

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in culinary delights at the on-site restaurant and bar. From local favorites to international cuisine, satisfy your taste buds during your stay at Blue Haze Country Lodge.

Book your stay at Blue Haze Country Lodge now and immerse yourself in a tranquil mountain retreat with top-notch amenities and stunning views.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.9
Based on 213 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.36
Service: 7.83
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 6.32
Amenities: 6.85
Value for Money: 6.31
Food and Beverage: 5.86
Overall Experience: 7.33
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Priscilla Jabulile • solo_traveller • za
6
Pros:

Place is situated next to main road ,grounds are very clean and neat

Cons:

The rooms need upgrade the furniture is old ,,couch is dirty and old ,it's uncomfortable to sit in it
Bathroom door is very old
Please renovate rooms with new furniture
Your directions need to be updated on your emails as they are incorrect

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Thembeka • couple • za
10
Pros:

The view, the space, the welcoming staff. And the love and care of the host .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Nonhlanhla • extended_group • za
10
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Markus • solo_traveller • nl
6
Prima voor een overnachting met lekker eten, maar zonder hoge verwachting
Pros:

Erg vriendelijk personeel, heerlijk eten in het restaurant. Bedden waren prima en housekeeping was goed en fijn, deden ook de afwas. Zwembad was klein, maar naar verwachting (wel koud)

Cons:

Alles aan de cabin was oud en in slechte staat. Stoelen waren oncomfortabel en miste kussens. Ook de bank was erg oud en doorgezakt. Warm water van de douche was in 5 tot 10 min klaar. Alles voelde wat vies en plakkerig. Borden, glazen en bestek niet, dat was netjes schoon. Speeltuintje was levensgevaarlijk, losse trap en losse glijbaan, schommel was prima. Geen horren bij de ramen.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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bent • extended_group • za
6
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Dawood • solo_traveller • za
3
Pros:

Dam view

Cons:

Self catering units not in a good shape. No even hand soap in the bathroom. Very old fashioned amd needs an upgrade. We dint even use the shower. Had to go back home to take 1

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Kholiwe • family_with_children • za
2
Pros:

We did not have breakfast.

Cons:

Renovate the place, change the toilets and beds.make the place welcoming

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Nkululeko • couple • za
4
Stayed well
Pros:

The place is good

Cons:

The couch in the room was not clean

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Mpume • solo_traveller • za
1
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Mala • couple • za
8
Was an overall relaxing stay.
Pros:

Gardens were beautiful, clean and relaxing. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was very good and reasonably priced.

Cons:

Rooms very outdated. Needs attention.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Vishal Sukkhu • couple • za
6
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Kgabe • extended_group • za
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
M
Michelle • solo_traveller • za
10
Cons:

Drinks werel expired

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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De Beer • couple • za
10
A hidden gem, offering peace for the soul
Pros:

The best part of our stay was the ranch feel the lodge has. The horses are roaming below the rooms in the meadow. In the background the scenic view of the Wagendrift dam. The early morning call of the resident fish eagles. The restaurant had wholesome food at affordable prices. And the ice-cold refreshments was just what we needed after a long day of travel. The budget room we stayed in was far from that, with everything and more that we needed for our overnight stop. We left the next morning at sunrise and felt well rested and ready for the road home.

Cons:

none

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Asanda • extended_group • za
6
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Bontle • couple • za
8
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Dharma • couple • za
6
I would not go there in a hurry again. The management must up their game .
Pros:

Location was very good Some of the staff was very welcoming. The receptionist (MEL) was very helpful and very welcoming and helped move us to a better unit when we were unhappy .

Cons:

The restuarant manager was not helpful at all. If there is any help you need outside his restuarant management duties, He would not even try to help even if he was the only one present
We did not have wifi from the time we arrived till we left. The cleaners do not clean properly. Dust starting from the reception area to No. 19 and defintily in other units. The muiti plug for charging fones and other devices is mounted too high up the wall. The kettle had to be placed on the floor to heat water because plug was very close to the floor and cable was short. we had water problems the first day we arrived, struggled to get the jacuzzi going with hot water. There was a storm which caused a power failure which affected water supply. there was no backup power.

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Khwela • extended_group • za
7
2025-12-21 • via Nuitee
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Sithembile • solo_traveller • za
1
Cons:

Blue Haze Country Lodge – Estcourt

Our stay at Blue Haze Country Lodge was a huge disappointment, and I would not recommend it to anyone.

The room we reserved online looked nothing like what we were given on arrival. The pictures were completely misleading. We were first assigned Room 31, which was nightmarish in both layout and overall quality. It felt more like a poorly converted staff or family room than a guest room. After raising concerns, we were moved to Room 30, which was not much better.

Room 30 had a strong musty smell, and the bottom of the walls had peeling paint caused by moisture. The overall condition of the room was poor and uninviting. The shower was extremely basic, similar to what you would expect at a very cheap backpackers’ lodge, with an old, ancient shower head. It was not pleasant to use at all.

The towels provided were brown, old, and worn out, which added to the feeling of neglect. The entire experience left us wondering what gave the impression that we did not deserve the standard of accommodation we had paid for.

To make matters worse, when we spoke to friends who were attending the same event and also staying at the lodge, they shared similar negative experiences. Not one of them had anything positive to say.

Overall, this was a very poor experience, and I would not return or recommend Blue Haze Country Lodge to anyone.

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2025-12-18 • via Nuitee