De Hoek Country Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (148 reviews)
Plot 7 Zeekoehoek , Magaliesburg , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful/stunning location and surroundings
Friendly, attentive and professional staff
High-quality/exceptional food for many guests
Tranquil, private and relaxing atmosphere
Lovely property and well-maintained facilities
Cons:
Perceived high prices for dinner and bar snacks (value concerns)
Some room issues: old-fashioned bathrooms, worn towels, non-operational safe
Limited dinner/vegan options
No gym and limited spa availability
Occasional noise disturbance (generator outside a room)

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple guests explicitly noted the hotel is very clean; no significant cleanliness complaints reported.
Service
9.9
Consistently praised — staff described as friendly, accommodating and professional (several mentions of excellent, attentive service and specific staff like Henry).
Location
9.7
Frequently described as beautiful and stunning; guests praised the surroundings and privacy of the setting.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms described as comfortable and luxurious by many, but several specific issues: old-fashioned bathrooms, worn bath towels and an in-room safe not working.
Amenities
8.4
Good facilities overall (picnics, relaxing/private setting, well-maintained amenities) but notable gaps: no gym, limited spa availability, and some noise issues reported (generator).
Value for Money
7.2
Several guests felt pricing (dinner, bar snacks, overall rates) was high and did not always represent good value for money.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Many guests praised the food as excellent or outstanding, but there were recurring criticisms: breakfast quality/variety inconsistent, limited dinner options, vegan choices lacking, and perceptions of high prices.
Overall Experience
9.3
Majority of stays described as exceptional, restful and memorable; however a minority reported experiences that fell short of five-star expectations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 09:11

Property Description

Manicured Garden and Fine Dining
The De Hoek Country Hotel boasts a manicured garden setting, providing a tranquil escape for guests. Indulge in French-inspired cuisine at the hotel's two gourmet restaurants, complemented by a well-stocked wine cellar and bar.

Luxurious Rooms and Relaxing Amenities
Experience luxury in every detail with elegantly furnished rooms featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with premium amenities. Unwind on your balcony or by the fireplace in select rooms, complete with cozy bathrobes and slippers.

Convenience and Adventure
From conference facilities to a helipad, De Hoek offers convenience alongside adventure. Enjoy activities like hot air ballooning, game drives, and horse riding in the picturesque surroundings. With free WiFi and proximity to OR Tambo Airport, your stay is both seamless and memorable.

Book your stay at De Hoek Country Hotel for a perfect blend of luxury and adventure.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 148 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 7.2
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Rudolph • couple • za
9
Pros:

Exceptional high quality stay, good food, accommodating friendly staff, beautiful surroundings, really made our visit special

Cons:

Would have appreciated guidance on the fireplace to manage temperature

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Disemelo • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

Excellent place. Would stay longer next time

Cons:

There was generator or something like that running outside my room the whole night. Kept me up

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Zolile • couple • za
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Ravindra • couple • za
9
Good location, great service, comfortable rooms and lovely food
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Bathrooms are old fashioned and could with some updating

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Dr Manesh • couple • za
10
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • za
7
Great venue with luxury room which is priced accordingly but the food prices and bar snacks are ridiculous
Pros:

Very private and relaxing

Cons:

They are extremely expensive for dinner , bar snacks etc . It seems that they cater for overseas tourist with their prices

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Lwazi • couple • za
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Liebenberg • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

Excellent service, beautiful environment, friendly professional staff, out of this world quesine

Cons:

None

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Francois • couple • za
10
What a wonderful stay. One night felt like a full week of well-deserved rest and reset. The stunnin
Pros:

What a wonderful stay. One night felt like a full week of well-deserved rest and reset.

The stunning location was incredible, but what truly made the difference was the warmth, care and attention from the staff and everyone involved.

Thank you for creating such a memorable experience — sometimes a short getaway is exactly what the soul needs.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Khumisho • family_with_children • za
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Rirhandzu • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Penelope • family_with_children • za
10
Amazing
Pros:

Beautiful place, food good, lovely picnic, Henry was amazing

Cons:

Everything was perfect, just sad couldn't have the spa treatment

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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tshepo • couple • za
8
Exceptional , luxurious stay. Lovely facilities
Pros:

Lovely property. Stunning

Cons:

No gym facilities

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Kudzanai • couple • za
9
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • family_with_children • za
8
Disappointing overall — despite great facilities, the experience did not meet five-star standards or
Pros:

I stayed here over the weekend and while the facilities themselves are great and well-maintained, the overall experience didn’t fully meet my expectations.

The amenities are definitely a strong point and have a lot of potential, but there were a few aspects of the stay that let it down. Because of this, the experience didn’t quite match the standard I was hoping for.

With some improvements in overall service and attention to detail, this could be a really great place to stay

Cons:

I stayed here over the weekend and unfortunately the experience did not live up to the expectations of a five-star establishment.

While the facilities themselves are great, there were several issues that impacted the overall stay. The safe in the room was not operational, which was quite inconvenient. The bath towels were worn and not of the quality you would expect from a hotel of this standard.

The food was also disappointing, particularly breakfast, which lacked quality and variety. Considering the price we paid, the experience did not feel like good value for money.

Overall, there is potential, but significant improvements are needed to meet five-star standards.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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ranchod • family_with_children • za
9
Pros:

Everything
Staff
Dinner
Picnic in the garden
5 star service

Cons:

Dinner options limited.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Stephan • couple • za
10
A super experience. Brilliant breakfasts and dinners. Exceptional experience
Pros:

Everything. Beautiful. Tranquil. Perfect

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Clinton • couple • za
10
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • za
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Athini Ziyanda • couple • za
9
Amazing exceeded our expectations.
Pros:

Its very clean in peaceful area.

Cons:

They need to improve on vegan meal options.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee