Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Excellent food
Cons:
Wet carpets
Old room decor
Bad access road

Categories

Cleanliness
7.91
Some issues with wet carpets and old facilities, but overall clean.
Service
9.38
Staff were exceptionally friendly, helpful, and attentive to guests.
Location
8.92
Stunning views and peaceful setting, despite bad road conditions.
Room Quality
7.87
Rooms were functional but a bit old-fashioned and needed more light.
Amenities
8.4
Good facilities overall, but some areas need upgrading.
Value for Money
8.86
Worth it for the service and views, but some issues noted with the rooms.
Food and Beverage
9.41
Food was excellent with a variety of high-quality options available.
Overall Experience
8.88
Enjoyable stay with great service and beautiful location, despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:29

Property Description

Luxurious Thatched Rooms:
Indulge in the charm of thatched rooms at Mount Sheba, complete with modern amenities and a touch of rustic elegance. Relax by the cosy fireplace or enjoy the views from your private patio.

Diverse Dining Options:
Satisfy your culinary cravings at Hackett's Restaurant for breakfast and lunch, then experience a memorable dinner at The Chandelier Restaurant. Top off your evening with drinks at the bar for a perfect dining experience.

Exciting Leisure Activities:
From tennis to billiards, hiking trails to trout fishing, Mount Sheba offers a range of activities for every guest. Unwind by the swimming pool or challenge your companions to a game of outdoor chess - there's never a dull moment here.

Experience the beauty and adventure that Mount Sheba has to offer - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

PLEASE NOTE THAT NO LOUD MUSIC, PARTYING, AND NOISE ARE ALLOWED AFTER 21H00. PLEASE ABIDE BY THESE RULES!

PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS A 4.3 mi ROCKY GRAVEL GOVERNMENT ROAD THAT LEADS TO THE PROPERTY'S TURN-OFF AND THEN A FURTHER 1.9 mi NARROW TAR ROAD BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AT THE GATE. PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY AND WITH CAUTION. HIGH-PROFILE VEHICLES ARE RECOMMENDED.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for ZAR 50 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 11 years old stay for ZAR 365 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 4 years old stay for ZAR 100 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 12 years old stay for ZAR 200 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 888 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.91
Service: 9.38
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 7.87
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 9.41
Overall Experience: 8.88
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bmw974&friends • solo_traveller • re
9
Superbe endroit
Pros:

Bonne accueil idéalement placé
Site magnifique le personnel est agréable
Cheminée ds la chambre un petit plus 😄

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Nomfundo • solo_traveller • za
10
Awesome experience
Pros:

I love the food , hiking through the valley and waterfalls

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Thabang • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Sulaymon • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Environment

Cons:

Driving 45min on a gravel road and not good for the kind of car am driving. Off road cars should be used when going there

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Nico and Gina • couple • za
8
Our stay at Mount Sheba was exceptional and we hope to return in the near future. Mount Sheba is truly a hidden gem.
Pros:

Nestled in the Grootfonteinberg, this boutique hotel offers the perfect retreat from busy city life with a 360 degree view of the beautiful lush rainforest and the mountain. There is no need to leave the property for sightseeing - one can enjoy a different hiking trail each day followed by a wonderful meal at one of the restaurants at the property. There is also a spa available for pamper and relaxation. Chilly evenings are filled with a welcoming warm fireplace in every room with wood provided daily. The staff are very friendly and helpful and attended to anything we required.

Cons:

Certain sections of the 3km tar road are in desperate need of fixing, not just filling the holes after rain seasons. It would really improve the driving experience to the hotel.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • za
8
Magical location.
Pros:

Location is magical, surrounded by mountains, forests and mist. Food was excellent and staff were very friendly.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
J
Jennifer • solo_traveller • za
7
Pros:

The beds were super comfortable!

Cons:

I did not like the bathroom and showers.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Tipho • couple • sz
10
Restful, relaxing, refreshing
Pros:

The people - you will always remember how you were made to feel. Everyone at the establishment was committed to making guests’ life good. Jefferey, Ta Vusi, Danisile and everyone else made our stay feel great!!

Cons:

I liked everything really

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Dehning • couple • za
9
I'm coming back. I want to do the hikes. You need at least three days at Mount Sheba to explore
Pros:

I liked the welcome. Made us feel warm and special. Everything was organised. We were explained where everything was and we loved the pool room in the bar. We enjoyed that you didn't have to pay a deposit for a pool ball or the sticks. It was readily available. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The red wine per glass was very good quality, normally the house wine is awful.

Cons:

I didn't like that you couldn't order from a normal menu and that you had to choose from what was on the menu for dinner. The food was great though. I just didn't like the absence of choice. Or maybe I didn't want a full cooked meal and wanted a sandwich. Also, found the rooms very dark, which made them feel a bit dirty to me. I know it is supposed to be a calming factor, but sometimes you want to see where your stuff in the room is before you relax.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Thandolwethu • family_with_children • za
9
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • de
10
Romantic getaway
Pros:

This is one of the most beautifully placed country hotels I have ever been to and the rooms are amazing . The staff couldn’t help more. A truly remarkable experience.

Cons:

Be warned the access road is awful in places and barely fair the rest of the way

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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PHUTI MARCIA • family_with_children • za
9
Relaxing and recharging stay!
Pros:

We booked the penthouse. The house was very spacious, had a heater and heated blankets in the bedrooms.

Cons:

The property was great. The only issue is the gravel road leading to the previous but we were made aware of it, so we were not surprised by it’s condition.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • za
7
New carpet or wooden floor will do
Pros:

The area is serene

Cons:

Old and not well maintained

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Mamabolo • family_with_children • za
10
Pros:

The views were amazing. Its a quiet place where you can go to relax. Compliments to the chef, the menus were different everyday and the food was very delicious. We also hiked, the trail is well maintained.

Cons:

The pool should heated.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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SITHEMBISO • family_with_children • za
9
In overall beautiful place to visit.. . Returning
Pros:

The wallks around the place, the pool, the food was amazing.. The view breath taking

Cons:

We weren't allowed to go near the water fall not sure why which was one of our tick box for choosing the destination

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Lusani • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Karabo • couple • za
5
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Sean • family_with_children • za
7
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Ondrej • couple • za
9
Pros:

we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the week where we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary. The team really went out of their way with the special dinner setting for our anniversary day, the breakfast packs for our day trip to the kruger park and the overall friendliness of all staff - to name a few, Hanru, Jeffery, Selby, Mavis and the rest of the team. The variety of the foods for dinner and breakfast was good and tasty.

the resort is well kept and offers a nice tranquil and quiet environment to rest and rejuvenate oneself.

Cons:

cannot give any negative feedback here.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Lutz • extended_group • de
8
Pros:

Interesting location, very offset an good for hiking. Good food and nice staff,

Cons:

But need some refurbishing

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee