Monte Crous Hotel, Restaurant and Venue

Hotels
7.9 (52 reviews)
Madeliefie Street , Vanderkloof , za

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Shared lounge/TV area
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Delicious food
Cons:
Poor hot water
Outdated communication about breakfast charges

Categories

Cleanliness
7.11
There were some issues with poor hot water and a lack of towels.
Service
8.58
Staff were friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
9.12
Beautiful location with excellent views.
Room Quality
7.57
Spacious and comfortable rooms, but some small issues mentioned.
Amenities
7.6
Nice garden and giant chess set, but some amenities need improvement.
Value for Money
7.06
Some guests expressed dissatisfaction regarding the breakfast charges.
Food and Beverage
8.11
Great variety of delicious food offered.
Overall Experience
8.08
Overall, a very pleasant stay with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 07:05

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation and Amenities
Experience comfort and style in our well-appointed rooms, equipped with modern facilities including flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and private bathrooms. Some rooms even offer picturesque city views and relaxing patios.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor a delectable meal at our on-site restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar. Start your day right with a hearty Full English/Irish, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast.

Relax and Unwind
Take a dip in our inviting outdoor swimming pool or soak up the sun in our peaceful garden. Enjoy quality time with loved ones in our shared lounge area or savor a meal at the BBQ facility provided for guests.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Monte Crous Hotel, Restaurant, and Venue.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 52 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.11
Service: 8.58
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 7.57
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 7.06
Food and Beverage: 8.11
Overall Experience: 8.08
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Graham solo_traveller za
8
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Maquba solo_traveller za
8
2026-01-23 via Nuitee
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Mike solo_traveller za
7
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Shane family_with_children za
10
Pros:

We had a truly lovely stay at Monte Crous Hotel, Restaurant and Venue. The setting is beautiful, with scenic views, a lush garden, and a swimming pool overlooking the surrounding landscape. Our room was comfortable, well maintained, and thoughtfully designed, with a private bathroom, balcony, and all the amenities needed for a relaxing stay.

The dining experience was a standout. The food was exceptional — the seafood, steak, and curry were all outstanding and clearly prepared with care and attention to quality. Breakfast was equally impressive and an absolute highlight, served at the gazebo overlooking the dam. It was a peaceful and memorable way to start the day, with great food and stunning views.

The restaurant offers a warm, romantic atmosphere while still being family-friendly, and the outdoor dining areas add to the overall charm. The staff were attentive, friendly, and made us feel very welcome throughout our visit.

With its convenient location near the Vanderkloof Dam and nearby nature reserve, Monte Crous is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway with beautiful scenery, excellent food, and great service. We would happily return and highly recommend it.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Marianna extended_group za
6
2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Richard couple za
8
A beautiful place and happy staff!
Pros:

Breakfast is served to late.

Cons:

No airconditioning is a problem.

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Losaba-Xinwa extended_group za
8
Very cute
Pros:

Clean and lovely view

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Paul couple za
8
We had an amazing overnight experience at the hotel and would highly recommend this property.
Pros:

We had dinner out on the veranda overlooking the lake. The view was spectacular, the food was amazing and the staff were very friendly.

Cons:

The cocktails we had were a bit bland.

2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Vivienne Midlane solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

Fantastic Venue. Very friendly and helpful staff that go out of thier way to make sure you are comfortable

Cons:

Maybe include water in the fridge.. was hit when we arrived.. bar was closed.. couldn't order cold beverages

2026-01-06 via Nuitee
D
Desire couple za
9
enjoyed every momeny
Pros:

excellent view with very friendly staff

Cons:

Just need a aircon

2026-01-03 via Nuitee
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Tatiana couple za
10
Overall, everything was excellent, and we would definitely love to come back again.
Pros:

Nice place to stay halfway between Johannesburg and Cape Town.

The view over the dam is absolutely breathtaking. The restaurant offers a great variety of delicious food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with pleasant background music that adds to the atmosphere.

The room is spacious and comfortable, with a very comfortable bed. The resort is beautifully set among magnificent old trees, spread over multiple levels, with a lovely garden. There is also a giant chess set on the property. In the evening, the lighting makes the place feel extra special. The hotel and restaurant staff are friendly, helpful, and welcoming.

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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Sikebe couple za
10
2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Luping couple za
8
2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Lizzie couple za
8
Pros:

Good food, beautiful setting.

Cons:

No prior communication about a capped breakfast system.(R100 pp) No mention about it at booking, check in, breakfast or check out. (We enquired about outstanding charges specifically and still nothing said) They phoned and whatsapped later after we were already en-route again. If they just mentioned this sometime before we left this would not have triggered a bad review.

2025-12-26 via Nuitee
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Jacques couple gn
10
Great overnight, better then Gariep halfway mark
Pros:

Service of staff. Claudine was exeptional with service

Cons:

Prices of cocktails

2025-12-23 via Nuitee
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Prof B and Mrs C couple za
10
Pros:

Location and service.

2025-12-21 via Nuitee
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VENESSA couple za
10
2025-12-19 via Nuitee
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Abe Spesh couple za
8
2025-12-10 via Nuitee
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Semakaleng couple za
10
2025-11-03 via Nuitee
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Frans couple za
5
2025-11-02 via Nuitee