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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge

Review Summary

4.2 out of 5from 82 reviews for Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
Cleanliness
4.0/5
Service
4.1/5
Location
4.6/5
Safety
4.4/5
Value for money
3.8/5
Warren W - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Warren W
Individual traveller

Stay was comfortable, food was good, service was friendly.

See stars.

Gerald N - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerald N
With friends

Onvergeetlike stilte.

Heerlike tyd gehad, twee van my vriende het wel in die 'backpacker' geslaap. Ek sal ten sterkte aanbeveel dat julle die padjies na die backpacker opknap, vuil, ruik na vis met oop stortreën langs die pad kamers toe.

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Unforgettable silence.

Had a great time, two of my friends did sleep in the 'backpacker'. I would strongly recommend that you repair the paths to the backpacker, dirty, smelling of fish with open showers along the way to the rooms.

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Prof. Hennie K - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Prof. Hennie K
With partner

Buitengewone verblyf in 'n skilderagtige omgewing.

Ons is 'n bungalow toegeken. Die verbyf is ruim en bevat alles wat nodig is. Die pendeldiens na die parkeerterrein van Sentinel Peak is 'n pluspunt. Dit is heeltemal afgesonder en sonder enige geraas of ander hinderlike dinge en met uitsonderlike uitsigte. Ontbyt is ingesluit en is smaaklik. Die enigste haakplek (letterlik) was die deur van die eenheid wat nie behoorlik gehang is nie en met baie moeite oop- en toegemaak moes word.

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Extraordinary accommodation in a picturesque setting.

We were allocated a bungalow. The pass is spacious and contains everything that is needed. The shuttle service to the Sentinel Peak parking lot is a plus. It is completely secluded and without any noise or other disturbing things and with exceptional views. Breakfast is included and is tasty. The only snag (literally) was the door of the unit which was not hung properly and had to be opened and closed with great difficulty.

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Francois L - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Francois L
With partner

Lekker basis kamo vir die Tugela Stap roete.

Ontbyt was ingesluit wat nie geadverteer was nie.

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Nice base camo for the Tugela Step route.

Breakfast was included which was not advertised.

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Maylen M - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Maylen M
With friends

Good.

Good stay, the stay at the lodge was good. We were warm and safe from snow.

Ernest G - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ernest G
With friends

Netjies en skoon.

Baie lekker gebly hier.

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Neat and clean.

Very nice stay here.

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Deniska B - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Deniska B
With partner

Sentinelverblyf.

Ons het baie lekker gebly. Net jammer die weer was bewolk en ons kon nie die uitsig van die amfiteater sien nie. Die weer was so lekker koel. Die kos en drankies was baie lekker gewees en goedkoop. Alles was perfek! Julle sal ons definitief weer sien.

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Sentinelverblyf.

We had a very nice stay. Just a pity the weather was cloudy and we couldn't see the view of the amphitheater. The weather was so nice and cool. The food and drinks were very tasty and cheap. Everything was perfect! You will definitely see us again.

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Agnieszka T - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Agnieszka T
Family with teenagers

Lovely location ideal for hiking to upper parts of Drakensberg.

We stayed in one of the rondavels. The lodge is located in a very spectacular location with only few minutes' hike to the top of the mountain. The location is absolutely spectacular. The place is clean and quite well kept, although a couple of things could be improved (the curtain hook was missing and that's a very easy fix). The curtain in the door is very thin and does not block the light from the quite strong light outside, it would be good if those lights could be switched off (they appear to be permanently on). Food was nice, but the service in the restaurant was somehow slow and a bit unattentive. There is no self-catering facilities (perhaps the backpacker units have some), but this was not really a problem as the quality of the food was really good and there is plenty of tea and coffee. It would be nice to have a fridge for soft drinks in the room though. One thing that hikers should note is that this lodge is very high in the mountains - almost all hikes are downwards with steep climbs on the way up. Phase your strength accordingly as the return trip is a lot more tedious when you are tired. Despite the couple of small snags, we had a wonderful weekend and highly recommend the lodge.

Giepie E - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Giepie E
With partner

Baie aangename kuier. Sal weer besoek. Sal net klein yskas en 'n kamer wou sien aangesien dit selfsorg is.

Yskas in kamer nodig.

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Very pleasant visit. Will visit again. Would only like to see small fridge and a room as it is self catering.

Fridge in room needed.

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Antonie V - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Antonie V

Exceptional location, sad reception.

The lodge is set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Amphitheater in the Northern Drakensberg. We overnighted in the Backpackers and found it spacious and neat. We used the shuttle service to the Sentinel gate which was very effective and on time. Sadly the reception was totally negative. The two ladies present did not greet us, nor smiled, rather gazed upon us as intruders. We left at 06:00 with the shuttle, and although our packed lunches (that was good) were ready, the reception was absent. Eventually, when she arrived late, she was still not greeting or even phased that she was late. This resulted in us leaving without proof of payments with the result that we had to pay additional fees for conservation. The additional fees for the hiking and conservation do not make any sense, looking at the state of the road, fences and tracks.

Anna J - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Anna J
With partner

Baie aangenaam, redelik alles wat jy wil hê.

Witsieshoek is skoon en netjies, maar kan hul eetsaal bietjie opknap deur die ou matte te vervang met iets meer modern soos teels of laminated floors.

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Very pleasant, pretty much everything you want.

Witsieshoek is clean and tidy, but could renovate their dining room a bit by replacing the old carpets with something more modern such as tiles or laminated floors.

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Francois R - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Francois R
With partner

Baie lekker gebly.

Dit is 'n baie mooi omgewing en die geriewe gerieflik. Daar kan jy doen soos wat dit jou pas, net rustig wees of stap in die natuur vir die wat meer energie het. Selfs die omgewing besigtig, Clarens en Golden Gate is nie te ver daarvandaan nie.

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Very nice stay.

It is a very beautiful setting and the facilities comfortable. There you can do as it suits you, just be calm or walk in nature for those who have more energy. Even seeing the surroundings, Clarens and Golden Gate are not too far away.

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Martin S - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Martin S
With partner

Swak diens.

Geen yskas of mikrogolf in bungalow. Plek se onderhoud kort baie aandag. Spyskaart is baie eenvoudig met sommige items nie bskikbaar. Geen mikrogolf. Geen yskas vir water of kos.

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Poor service.

No fridge or microwave in bungalow. Place's maintenance needs a lot of attention. Menu is very simple with some items not available. No microwave. No fridge for water or food.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Cold and wet.

Unfortunately, we had a lot of rain and could not see anything of the beauty of the mountains. There was nothing else to do. . The dinner you can only really buy there wasn't too great, but breakfast was quite pleasant.

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Louis C - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
2/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Louis C
With partner

Mooi uitsigte oor die Drakensberge.

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is geleë reg langs n township/informal settlement. Die gevolg is gaste moet deur die dorp ry om by die lodge uit te kom. Daar is baie mense, kinders en diere in die pad. Mense met jaghonde en beeswagters stap baie naby die lodge. Daar is geen heining om die lodge nie, en enige iemand kan net in stap. Ons het nie veilig gevoel nie. Met die kort pas op tot bo by die lodge is die sandsteenberge langs die pad vol grafiti tekeninge en gebreekte glasbottels. Die geboue aan die buitekant is effe vervalle en verwaarloos.

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Beautiful views of the Drakensberg.

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is located right next to a township/informal settlement. The result is that guests have to drive through town to get to the lodge. There are many people, children and animals in the way. People with hunting dogs and cattle herders walk very close to the lodge. There is no fence around the lodge, and anyone can just walk in. We did not feel safe. With the short walk up to the top of the lodge, the sandstone mountains along the road are full of graffiti drawings and broken glass bottles. The buildings on the outside are a bit dilapidated and neglected.

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Herma F - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Herma F

Vriendelike mense, pragtige ligging en lekker kos.

Baie vriendelike mense, baie behulpsaam en goeie kliëntediens. Pragtige ligging met die mooiste uitsig.

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Friendly people, beautiful location and great food.

Very friendly people, very helpful and good customer service. Beautiful location with the most beautiful view.

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Rynhardt B - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rynhardt B
With partner

Beautiful location and great to have excellent hiking trials starting from your doorstep.

Great getaway for you and your spouse and Clarens is not too far away if you get bad weather on a day in the mountains. Also a nice location for backpackers, as well as a group of family and friends.

Christin H - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christin H
Individual traveller

Absolutely fantastic atmosphere.

This place is located within the mountains. The scenery is beautiful. I've been in the backpackers, the rooms are quite big enough. The room was very nice and clean. I had a beautiful view. There is a kitchen and common bathrooms that are really clean and shower stuff is provided as well. The restaurant has s great view and serves good stuff.

Anel V - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anel V
Family with teenagers

Gemaklike verblyf met ideale ligging om Noordelike Drakensberge te verken.

Ons was 2 gesinne wat in die Backpackers akkommodasie gebly het. Alles was baie skoon, betjies en gerieflik. Die gemeenskaplike kombuis area wat gedeel word met ander stappers was goed toegerus. Die pad na Sentinel Parkering is ongelukkig steeds baie dseg op plekke. Ons kon reël dat iemand ons opneem om 3am, aangesien ons reeds 4am wou begin stap het. Ons is onseker hoekom ontbyt by alle verblyf opsies ingesluit is. Ons kon ook nie sien dat daar 'recycle' word nie en die werkers se 'ontspanningslokaal' (of iets), wat mens begroet met aankoms by die mooi Witsieshoek is werklik onooglik en gaan jammerlik agteruit.

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Comfortable accommodation ideally located for exploring the Northern Drakensberg.

We were 2 families staying in the Backpackers accommodation. Everything was very clean, small and comfortable. The communal kitchen area which is shared with other walkers was well equipped. The road to Sentinel Parking is unfortunately still very steep in places. We were able to arrange for someone to pick us up at 3am, as we wanted to start walking already at 4am. We are unsure why breakfast is included in all accommodation options. We also could not see that there is 'recycling' and the workers' 'relaxation room' (or something), which greets you on arrival at the beautiful Witsieshoek is truly unsightly and is deteriorating miserably.

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Marilize S - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marilize S
With partner

Pragtige lodge in die berge.

Witsieshoek is 'n pragtige plek, hoog bo in die berge! Die eenheid was netjies en skoon en die bestuur tops. Die lodge is geskik as base camp vir stappers na die Sentinel Peak en omliggende roetes. Ons het van die bakkie shuttle diens gebruik gemaak na die Sentinel Parkeerarea, wat bygedra het tot die ervaring. Ons sal Witsieshoek beslis aanbeveel vir mense wat lief is vir stap en die natuur.

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Beautiful lodge in the mountains.

Witsieshoek is a beautiful place, high up in the mountains! The unit was neat and clean and the management top. The lodge is suitable as a base camp for hikers to the Sentinel Peak and surrounding trails. We used the pickup shuttle service to the Sentinel Parking area, which added to the experience. We would definitely recommend Witsieshoek to people who love walking and nature.

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Ella D - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ella D
With partner

Onvergeetlik, baie vriendelik en voorsien in ekstra behoeftes.

Ons het net nie goed gelees nie en het nie geweet dit is nie self-sorg nie, maar hulle het vir ons 'n braai na ons eenheid gedra maar kon ongelukkig nie braai nie weens weer. Sal definitief weer gaan soos ek sê. Om die Sentinel Trial te doen is 'n belewenis, die weer was net nie in ons guns nie.

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Unforgettable, very friendly and provided for extra needs.

We just didn't read well and didn't know it wasn't self-catering, but they brought us a barbeque to our unit but unfortunately couldn't barbeque due to weather. Will definitely go again as I say. Doing the Sentinel Trial is an experience, the weather just wasn't in our favor.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest

The view of the mountains was fantastic and we could walk very well.

The hospitality was not the best, we had to wait a long time for dinner and the service of the waiters was a bit lacking.

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Sieg J - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Sieg J
With partner

Die ligging is baie mooi. Naby staproetes.

Verblyf voel duur vir wat jy kry by lodge. Lyk my daar is konstant probleme met krag, maar hul het kragopwekkers vir basiese dienste. Area is baie mooi. Personeel was baie vriendelik. Kamer en kombuis was skoon. Pad om by die parkeerplek van Sentinel Peak uit te kom is aaklig, hulle kan gerus daarna kyk.

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The location is very nice. Close to hiking trails.

Accommodation feels expensive for what you get at lodge. Seems to me there are constant problems with power, but they have generators for basic services. Area is very beautiful. Staff was very friendly. Room and kitchen were clean. Road to get to Sentinel Peak parking lot is horrible, they can look into it.

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Gerdus T - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerdus T
With partner

Pragtig tussen die berge.

Die berguitsig is prentjiemooi. Uitsig vanuit die Sentinel eenhede ook. Die eenheid kon skoner wees en die pad deur die informele nedersetting is uitmergelend. Ons sal dit egter met liefde weer aanpak.

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Beautiful among the mountains.

The mountain view is picture perfect. View from the Sentinel units too. The unit could be cleaner and the road through the informal settlement is grueling. However, we will take it on again with love.

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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Outstanding.

No fridge. Would be good if there is a small fridge to keep drinks cold.

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Clint R - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Clint R
Family with young children

Awesomeness

Awesomeness, beautiful, wonderful, especially if it snowed.

Desmond D - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Desmond D
With partner

Asemrowende uitsig en heerlike kos.

Dit was 'n asemrowende uitsig van die berge en omgewing. Die ontbyt en aandetes beskikbaar is beslis waarde vir geld en smaaklik.

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Breathtaking view and delicious food.

It was a breathtaking view of the mountains and surroundings. The breakfast and dinners available are definitely value for money and tasty.

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Jean-lynn V - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jean-lynn V
With partner

Rustigheid met ’n asemrowende uitsig.

Heerlike staproetes geniet. Goeie diens en heerlike kos by die restaurant.

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Tranquility with a breathtaking view.

Enjoy wonderful hiking trails. Good service and delicious food at the restaurant.

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Rory I - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Rory I
With partner

Comfortable, well-positioned but lacking in certain ways.

Please note that if you are 2 people booking the basic accommodation (backpackers) at Witsieshoek (which is quite expensive), you will be subjected to other parties sharing the same confined places and ablutions. Not pleasant if such individuals enjoy all-night parties. The service was OK though they got our order wrong many times, the staff is very friendly. Location is brilliant of course and the atmosphere amongst hikers is great. I would recommend with reservations.

Jaco L - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Jaco L
With partner

Slegte weer het die besoek erg gekniehalter.

Ons het bespreek in die Sentinel-eenhede absoluut vir die uitsig, maar het slegte weer gehad en het slegs sowat 15 m sig gehad wat absoluut nie die fout van die Lodge is nie!. Maar dit het gemaak dat ons meer krities na die geriewe / produk kyk, mens betaal 5 ster prys, maar kry bv. dieselfde ontbyt as die persoon wat die helfte van die oornagkoste betaal in goedkoper eenhede. Die uitsig alleen kan nie die waarde vir geld opmaak nie. Ek sal graag wil terug gaan, maar gaan dan definitief een van die goedkoper eenhede gebruik.

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Bad weather severely hampered the visit.

We booked in the Sentinel units absolutely for the view but had bad weather and only had about 15m of visibility which is absolutely not the fault of the Lodge!. But it made us look more critically at the facilities / product, you pay a 5 star price, but get e.g. the same breakfast as the person who pays half the overnight cost in cheaper units. The view alone cannot make up the value for money. I would love to go back, but will definitely use one of the cheaper units.

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Reinhardt G - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Reinhardt G
With partner

Pragtig maar het meer verwag.

Die ligging is fantasties en die uitsigte asemrowend. Maar eenheid vloere was nie mooi skoon nie. Daar is braaiers maar geen borde, messe en vurke of kombuis nie. Nie regtig 'n self-catering plek nie. Kos in restaurant is baie lekker.

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Beautiful but expected more.

The location is fantastic and the views breathtaking. But unit floors were not very clean. There are braai but no plates, knives and forks or kitchen. Not really a self-catering place. Food in restaurant is very nice.

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Felix D - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Felix D
With friends

Goeie basis vir die asemrowende staproete.

Bennodig 'n 4x4 of voertuig met goeie grondhoogte vir die pad vanaf hotel tot waar die staproete begin. Daar is ook 'n pendeldiens vanaf die hotel.

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Good base for the breathtaking hiking trail.

Need a 4x4 or vehicle with good ground clearance for the road from hotel to where the walking trail starts. There is also a shuttle service from the hotel.

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Leon W - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Leon W
With friends

Nie die beste verblyf.

Ons het in die backpackers gebly en die uitsig was great. Die kombuis is nie goed toegerus nie. Ons deur was gesluit toe ons uitgaan maar het oopgestaan toe ons terug kom. Die stort was verstop. Die lig by die stort is stukkend. Die badkamer se venster het nie glazing so is deursigtig.

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Not the best stay.

We stayed in the backpackers and the view was great. The kitchen is not well equipped. Our door was locked when we left but was open when we returned. The shower was clogged. The light at the shower is broken. The bathroom window has no glazing so is transparent.

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Reinhardt W - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Reinhardt W
With partner

Rustig en mooi.

Mooi uitsig, netjiese kamer, vriendelikste personeel.

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Quiet and beautiful.

Nice view, neat room, friendliest staff.

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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge 's response

Baie dankie ons probeer hard.
Groete,

Jan van Niekerk
General manager

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
Kobus B - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kobus B
With partner

Wonderlike ervaring in die berge.

Pragtige uitsig oor die amfiteater vanaf die gerieflike Sentinel-woonstelle. Toegang tot die mees bekende staproetes in die berge. Sterk wind in Augustus. Die pad deur Phuthaditjhaba is besig en 'n effense beproewing.

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Wonderful experience in the mountains.

Beautiful view of the amphitheater from the comfortable Sentinel apartments. Access to the most famous hiking trails in the mountains. Strong wind in August. The road through Phuthaditjhaba is busy and a bit of an ordeal.

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Heinrich J - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Heinrich J
With partner

Baie lekker en cozy. Die stap het ons verwagtinge oorskry!

Witsieshoek se Bungalow-kamers is baie lekker warm teen die snerpende koue daar buite. Baie eenvoudig met alles wat jy nodig het behalwe ‘n yskassie. Die koninggrootte-bed maak dit die moeite werd en slaap heerlik. Die bestemming is vir seker vir ‘n avontuurlustige paartjie of groep en mense wat gaan stap moes al vantevore dit gedoen het. Witsieshoek is vir seker die moeite werd, maar as jy nie stap in gedagte het nie gaan dit 'n vervelige plek wees. Die personeel is vriendelik en baie oulik. Restaurant is eenvoudig maar lekker!

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Very nice and cozy. The walk exceeded our expectations!

Witsieshoek's Bungalow rooms are very nice and warm against the biting cold outside. Very simple with everything you need except a small fridge. The king-size bed makes it worth it and sleeps great. The destination is for sure for an adventurous couple or group and people who go walking should have done it before. Witsieshoek is definitely worth the effort, but if you don't have walking in mind it will be a boring place. The staff is friendly and very cute. Restaurant is simple but delicious!

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Elana D - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Elana D

Beautiful location, great place if you are a hiker.

Suitable for hikers. Overpriced for what you get. Menu limited. No pool. No TV or WiFi in the rooms.

Elri O - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elri O
With partner

Heerlik ontspannend in asemrowende natuurskoon.

Geselligheid, besonderse staproetes, gerieflike verblyf en heerlike kos. Dit alles met 'n perfekte ligging. Wat meer kan mens vra!

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Wonderfully relaxing in breathtaking scenery.

Sociability, exceptional walking routes, comfortable accommodation and delicious food. All this with a perfect location. What more can one ask for!

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Louis V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Louis V
With friends

Warm hospitality with excellent service/assistance from all levels of personell at the resort.

It was a real treat from our arrival until our departure. Every single person at the resort were courteous and friendly. It is such a pity to drive through such a devastatingly poor area to reach such a natural splendour! The graffiti at the cave along the entrance-way to the resort is a shame. All that set aside, we will visit again and again for the spectacular views.

Greta J - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Greta J
Family with teenagers

Gerieflik en rustige omgewing.

Vriendelike en hulpvaardige personeel en alles is netjies en skoon. Voel net dat daar te veel basiese goedere uit voorraad was vir hierdie tyd van die vakansie, soos cappuccino (kan doen met 'n behoorlike cappuccino-masjien en nie kits-sakkies nie) en hout of steenkool vir die kaggel in die sitkamer. Al die restaurant se etes was uit die boonste rakke.

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Comfortable and peaceful environment.

Friendly and helpful staff and everything is neat and clean. Just felt that there were too many basic goods out of stock for this time of the holiday, such as cappuccino (could do with a proper cappuccino machine and not instant sachets) and wood or coal for the fireplace in the living room. All of the restaurant's meals were top notch.

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Allen W - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Allen W
With partner

All the potential in the world.

This place is situated in an enchanting area high up in the mountains, the scenery is magnificent and perfect for hikers. The rest of the establishment hasn't seemed to have been given much consideration though, it's more like a cheap back-packers lodge for wealthy tourists than the R1600 per night price tag would suggest to South Africans. Although the rooms are far from the restaurant you will find no bar fridge in your room. There are also no markers around the lodge indicating where hiking trails start or their duration, there's no curio shop if you forgot your hat or sunglasses and the meals are bland and choices are limited. The receptionist was very attentive and went out of her way to assist us during our stay which we really appreciated, the staff were friendly and the chalet we stayed in had double windows (some only have one) which provided beautiful views and was clean and spacious.

Jaco Z - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Jaco Z
With partner

Dit was aangenaam in 'n baie mooi omgewing.

Die personeel was baie behulpsaam en die akkommodasie skoon en netjies. Die kos was goed en genoeg! Ek wil voorstel dat daar badmatjies in die slaapplekke gesit word vir na bad en wanneer jy in die bed klim. Daar is slegs 1 TV in die sitkamer by die eetplek en sodoende kan slegs 1 persoon of groep persone TV kyk. Ek stel voor hulle installeer TV's in elke kamer omdat die aande lank raak na ete in die kamer.

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It was pleasant in a very nice environment.

The staff were very helpful and the accommodation clean and tidy. The food was good and enough! I would suggest that there be bath mats in the sleeping places for after bath and when you get into bed. There is only 1 TV in the lounge at the dining area, so only one person or group of people can watch TV. I suggest they install TVs in every room because the evenings can become long after dinner in the room.

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Andrew D - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Andrew D
With partner

Goeie plek om te oornag op dag 1 van jou toer na berge.

Glad nie baie om te doen as jy nie stap of bergklim nie. Dankie vir die bestuur om die lammergeiers vir ons te lok. Dit het ons verblyf die moeite werd gemaak.

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Good place to spend the night on day 1 of your tour to mountains.

Not much to do at all if you're not hiking or mountain climbing. Thanks to the management for attracting the lamb geiers for us. It made our stay worthwhile.

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Dalphine F - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Dalphine F
With partner

Ons het meer verwag van die akkommodasie, maar die uitsig is fantasties.

Ons in die hikers cabin oornag en die plafon en gordyne was stukkend. Daar was geen water en beurtkrag. Ons het toe oornag in 'n bungalow. Daar was geen gloeilampe in die lampies langs die bed nie. Die ontbyt en uitsig is fantasties, maar die akkommodasie is teleurstellend.

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We expected more from the accommodation, but the view was fantastic.

We stayed in the hikers cabin and the ceiling and curtains were broken. There was no water and low shedding. We stayed overnight in a bungalow. There were no bulbs in the lamps next to the bed. The breakfast and views are fantastic, but the accommodation is disappointing.

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Elna J - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
2/5
Elna J
With partner

Pragtige natuurskoon, maar sal nie aanbeveel nie, weens veiligheidsredes en instandhouding.

Mooi plek met baie potensiaal maar weens veiligheidsredes en gebrekkige instandhouding nie aanbeveelbaar vir reisigers nie. Warm water in storte maar min. Die paaie na Witsieshoek nie goed in stand gehou nie en graffiti teen die rotse afskuwelik.

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Beautiful scenery but would not recommend due to safety and maintenance reasons.

Nice place with a lot of potential but due to safety reasons and lack of maintenance not recommended for travelers. Hot water in showers but little. The roads to Witsieshoek not well maintained and graffiti on the rocks hideous.

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Bettina M - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bettina M
With partner

Super host, especially Nelson caring for every request. Stunning location. 100% recommended.

Thank you!

Nicole M - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicole M
Family with young children

Witsieshoek was an incredible stay for our family! Staff was very helpful and geared to serve guests!

The staff were amazing and served us beyond what we asked of them. Cabin was extremely comfortable and definitely worth the stay! Our boys were spoiled with amazing food which sparked their energy for hiking! And the views and stars were incredible. Definitely worth a visit!

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Thank you, Nicki and family, for your wonderful review, much appreciated.
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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
Rochelle R - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rochelle R
With friends

Mooi en gemaklik.

Ons ervaring by Witsieshoek was baie positief. Ons kamer was gerieflik, gemaklik en baie netjies. Personeel was vriendelik en kon help met aanwysings en enige vrae wat ons moontlik gehad het. Ek sal beslis weer daar gaan bly.

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Beautiful and comfortable.

Our experience at Witsieshoek was very positive. Our room was comfortable, convenient and very neat. The staff were friendly and were able to assist with directions and any questions we could possible have. Would definitely stay there again.

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Stephanie P - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephanie P
With partner

Heerlik, rustig en baie lekker kos.

Die chalets is baie skoon, netjies en mooi. Pragtige uitsigte orals om. Die kos was heerlik en baie smaaklik. Regtig waarde vir geld vir die buffet. Baie vriendelike diens, oulike Afrikaanse bestuurders.

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Delicious, peaceful and very tasty food.

The chalets are very clean, tidy and beautiful. Beautiful views all around. The food was delicious and very tasty. Really value for money for the buffet. Very friendly service, cute Afrikaans drivers.

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Albert G - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Albert G
With partner

Lê in die bed en kyk vir die berge.

Eish. Om by Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge uit te kom moet jy deur Qwaqwa ry. That is interesting, and rather sad. Maar as jy eers daar is vergeet jy heeltemal daarvan. Ons het in 'n chalet gebly vir 'n aand. Die views is amazing. Daar is paar nice stap roetes maar blykbaar moet mens Sentinel Peak toe gaan vir die regte roetes Tugela Fall toe. Om daar te kom kort mens hoë kar soos bakkie verkieslik, maar daar is transport soontoe en terug van Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge af, ons het dit net gemis. Staff baie vriendelik en restaurant het ook goed na ons gekyk met 'n lekker lunch en 3 course aandete. As ek my self kry sit ek staar vir die berge, ons het regtig gerus hier gevoel.

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Lay in bed and watch the mountains.

Eish. To get to Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge you have to drive through Qwaqwa. That is interesting, and rather sad. But once you're there you completely forget about it. We stayed in a chalet for a night. The views are amazing. There are some nice hiking trails but apparently you have to go to Sentinel Peak for the real trails to Tugela Fall. To get there you need a tall car like a bakkie preferably, but there is transport there and back from Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge, we just missed it. Staff very friendly and restaurant also looked after us well with a nice lunch and 3 course dinner. When I find myself I sit staring at the mountains, we really felt at ease here.

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Baie dankie vir jou positiewe terugvoering, ons waardeur dit baie.

Nadine en personeel

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
Hendrik D - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Hendrik D
With partner

Pleasant surprise.

Well situated for hiking. Friendly, helpful staff. Value for money. Good food. Next time I will be prepared for the 3 day hike from The Lodge over the Centinal through the Amphitheater to Mount Aux Source and back.

Frieda G - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Frieda G
With partner

Asemrowend mooi!

Groot was ons telleurstelling toe ons daar aankom en sien dat die “large bungalow” eintlik 'n piepklein kamertjie is waar jy skaars om die bed kan loop met geen uitsig oor die mooi berge nie. Jan, die bestuurder van Witsieshoek was vol begrip vir ons dilemma en het sommer vinnig vir ons 'n plan gemaak. Die staf was net so behulpsaam en vriendelik. Ons “nuwe” kamer wat beskryf word as 'n “chalet” was beautiful met 'n stunning uitsig oor die berge. Ruim en privaat en perfek! Restaurant se pryse is baie billik en ek moes twee aande in 'n ry lam tjoppies eet, want dit was net so lekker. Witsieshoek sal ons definitief weer sien. Dankie aan Jan en al die staf wat uit hulle pad uit gegaan het om ons te akkomodeer. Sien julle gou weer. Ns: 'n Yskas in die eenhede en miskien 'n opsie om te braai sal 'n goeie opgradering wees.

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Breathtakingly beautiful!

We were very disappointed when we got there and saw that the "large bungalow" is actually a tiny room where you can barely walk around the bed with no view of the beautiful mountains. Jan, the manager of Witsieshoek was very understanding of our dilemma and quickly made a plan for us. The staff were just as helpful and friendly. Our "new" room which is described as a "chalet" was beautiful with a stunning view of the mountains. Spacious and private and perfect! Restaurant prices are very reasonable and I had to eat lamb chops two nights in a row, because they were just so delicious. We will definitely see Witsieshoek again. Thanks to Jan and all the staff who went out of their way to accommodate us. See you again soon. PS: A fridge in the units and maybe a barbeque option would be a nice upgrade.

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Erika S - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Erika S
With friends

Baie gerieflike verblyf in 'n pragtige area.

Die chalet was skoon, goed toegerus en baie gerieflik. Die ontbyt wat by die verblyf ingesluit is was lekker en die diens in die restaurant en by ontvangs was baie goed en al die personeel baie vriendelik. Sal die Lodge definitief aanbeveel, veral vir besoekers wat die Mont aux Sources staproete wil doen.

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Very comfortable accommodation in a beautiful area.

The chalet was clean, well equipped and very comfortable. The breakfast included in the stay was delicious and the service in the restaurant and at reception was very good and all the staff very friendly. Would definitely recommend the Lodge, especially for visitors wanting to do the Mont aux Sources walk.

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Ansunette D - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ansunette D
With partner

Heerlike lodge met uitstekende ligging.

Ons het ‘n goedkoper opsie gesoek vir 'n impulsiewe naweek weg. Die Hikers Cabin kon dit vir ons bied. Besonderhede waarvan ons egter onbewus was tot ons aankoms was dat die badkamers en kombuis gemeenskaplik is (nie ‘n krisis nie, maar tog iets waarvan mens vooraf bewus wil wees) en dat ontbyt ingesluit is (aangename bonus). Ons kamer se verf het bietjie afgedop en die gordyn was gedeeltelik los toe ons daar aankom. Alles was egter skoon, dit was lekker om die selfsorggeriewe te hê van die Hikers Cabin, die diens is goed en dit was ‘n ongelooflike wegbreeknaweek. Witsieshoek sal ons vir seker weer sien.

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Lovely lodge with excellent location.

We were looking for a cheaper option for an impulsive weekend away. The Hikers Cabin was able to provide that for us. However, details we were unaware of until our arrival were that the bathrooms and kitchen are shared (not a crisis, but still something you want to be aware of in advance) and that breakfast is included (a pleasant bonus). Our room's paint was peeling a bit and the curtain was partially loose when we got there. However, everything was clean, it was nice to have the self-catering facilities of the Hikers Cabin, the service is good and it was an incredible getaway weekend. We will see Witsieshoek again for sure.

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Surita G - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Surita G
Individual traveller

Voedsel vir die siel.

Die ligging maak op vir enige tekortkominge. Die ontbyt was baie vervelig en nie gemaak met 'n aanvoeling of liefde vir kook of kos nie.

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Food for the soul.

The location makes up for any shortcomings. The breakfast was very boring and not made with a flair or love for cooking or food.

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Mia S - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Mia S
With partner

Lekker naweek-wegbreek.

Chalet was netjies en skoon. Kos by die restaurant was lekker smaakvol, en glad nie te duur nie. Die enigste negatief is dat daar geen televisie in die kamers is nie, wat die aande bietjie lank maak.

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Nice weekend break.

Chalet was neat and clean. Food at the restaurant was nice and tasty, and not too expensive at all. The only negative is that there is no television in the rooms, which makes the evenings a bit long.

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Elize R - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elize R
With partner

The floor tiles and bathroom door were dirty.

We had a nice stay, but there is a lack of information about the area.

Janine T - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Janine T
Individual traveller

The quality of the restaurant food was very disappointing.

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Eugene P - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eugene P
With partner

Hemel op aarde.

Heerlike wegbreek so na aan die natuur onder 'n sterrehemel.

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Heaven on earth.

Lovely getaway so close to nature under a starry sky.

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Florinda W - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Florinda W
With partner

Alhoewel ons in Aug daar oorgeslaap het het ons glad nie koud gekry in die gerieflike skoon moderne rondawel nie.

Goeie waarde vir geld. Die personeel is goed opgelei, ingelig, hulpvaardig en vriendelik. Ons blyplek was skoon, netjies en goed toegerus teen die koue op die berg. Die ligging is die beste eienskap van die oord. Die uitsig is asemrowend en ons het ook die bonus van 'n volmaan ervaar terwyl ons daar bo in die berg was.

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Although we slept there in August, we did not get cold at all in the comfortable, clean, modern rondavel.

Good value for money. The staff are well trained, informed, helpful and friendly. Our accommodation was clean, tidy and well equipped against the cold on the mountain. The location is the best feature of the resort. The view is breathtaking and we also experienced the bonus of a full moon while we were up there in the mountain.

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Carol L - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Carol L
With partner

Aangenaam verras, skoon en netjies.

Die verblyf is skoon, netjies en goed toegerus, die uitsig is pragtig en daar is heelwat staproetes om te volg. Die ontbyt ingesluit is 'n bonus. Sal weer besoek.

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Pleasantly surprised, clean and tidy.

The accommodation is clean, tidy and well equipped, the view is beautiful and there are many walking routes to follow. The breakfast included is a bonus. Will visit again.

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Helen S - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Helen S
With friends

Asemrowend!

Baie gerieflike akkommodasie. Uitsig was asemrowend.

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Breathtaking!

Very comfortable accommodation. View was breathtaking.

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Nico F - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Nico F
With friends

Gerieflike en pragrige kamers, heerlike kos in 'n pragtige plek

Baie lekker gebly. Kamers was baie mooi, skoon en gerieflik met asemrowende uitsigte. Die kos was niks fancy gewees nie, maar was heerlik gewees, ons het ons lippe afgelek. Daar was groot genoeg verskeidenheid om almal gelukkig en knuppeldik te hou. Die hotel is geleë in een van die pragtigste plekke in Suid Afrika, dit is regtig asemrowend. Ook nie baie ver van die Sentinel Car Park nie, ook 'n baie spesiale plek. Wonderlike naweek. Baie dankie.

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Comfortable and beautiful rooms, delicious food in a beautiful location

Very nice stay. Rooms were very nice, clean and comfortable with breathtaking views. The food was nothing fancy, but it was delicious, we licked our lips. There was enough variety to keep everyone happy and fat. The hotel is located in one of the most beautiful places in South Africa, it is truly breathtaking. Also not very far from the Sentinel Car Park, also a very special place. Wonderful weekend. Thank you very much.

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Dave J - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dave J
With partner

Great location, good food, small but nice rooms (bungalows).

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Arno L - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Arno L
With friends

Asemrowende staproetes.

Witsieshoek is baie goed ingerig vir stappers van enige ervaring tipe. Hulle wooneenhede is netjies en skoon en die staff is vreeslik hulpvaardig.

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Breathtaking hiking trails.

Witsieshoek is very well equipped for walkers of any experience type. Their housing units are neat and clean and the staff are extremely helpful.

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Kathy R - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Kathy R
With friends

Stunning mountain views. Had a wonderful stay!

Wonderful mountain resort!

Martiens B - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Martiens B
With partner

Aangenaam, nie so seker of dit heeltemal waarde vir geld is nie.

Kan meer met die ligging doen.

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Pleasant, not so sure if it's quite value for money.

Could do more with the location.

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Yvette R - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Yvette R

Amazing, ligging stunning.

Die staproetes is pragtig en iets vir almal, die verblyf was netjies en die kos smaaklik. Die kospakkies kan beter wees. Sal definitief aanbeveel.

Johan F - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Johan F
With partner

Pragtige plek. Swak hotel.

Toe ons arriveer is ons in 'n plek sonder water geplaas, toe die water herstel is geen warm water. Ons is na 'n ander plek geskuif die water was kort kort af en die vloere was vuil.

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Beautiful place. Poor hotel.

When we arrived we were placed in a unit without water, when it was fixed there was no warm water. We were moved to another unit, the water was on then off, then on then off and the floor was dirty.

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Stephan V - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephan V
With partner

Beste plek om te bly vir stappers en bergliefhebbers!

Die mense is vriendelik en hulpvaardig! Kamers ruim en gerieflik! Die Restaurant se kos is goeie waarde vir geld! Die 7 km pad van Witsieshoek na Sentinel piek is bietjie rof op seker plekke vir sedan-voertuie, ry maar net stadig. Baie wonderlike staproetes is binne beryk direk vanaf Witsieshoek. Beste plek om te bly vir stappers en bergliefhebbers

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The best place for hikers and mountain lovers!

The people were very friendly and helpful! The rooms were spacious and comfy! The restaurant's food was good value for money! The 7 km road between Witsieshoek and Sentinel is a bit rough on certain places for a sedan, so take it slow. Wonderful hiking trails within easy reach directly from Witsieshoek. Best place for hikers and mountain lovers.

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Erik O - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erik O
With partner

Great service! Many thanks to Jan.

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is a great place to stay to head for the Sentinal Chain Ladder day hike! Also a special warm thanks goes to Jan for his superb service and always ready to give his advice.

At V - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
At V
With partner

Ek lei af dat meeste mense gaan soontoe vir die stap, avontuur en ongelooflike uitsig, nie noodwendig vir kos en verblyf nie.

Definitief nie vir klein kinders nie - het baie jammer gevoel vir paartjies met jong kinders. Meer inligting sou waardeer word op webtuiste spesifiek vir nuwelinge by Witsieshoek i.v.m. stapvoorbereiding, Vertrekpunte, staptye en veiligheid / kondisie van roete (bv. ys op voetpaadjies is lewensgevaarlik vir onervare stappers, en mense met hoogtevrees moet dit nie aandurf nie). Aandetes is bietjie duur (±R160-00 p/p), en dit is 'n "set menu" (1x vleis, stysel, groente, slaai, nagereg en tee/koffie), nie 'n "buffet" nie! Kos was nietemin smaaklik en aanvaarbaar vir die meeste gaste wat ek kon aflei. Verblyf in "bungalo's" lewer ietwat min privaatheid a.g.v. dun mure tussen kamers (dus lawaai sensitief), maar nietemin aanvaarbaar vir 'n kort kuiertjie - soos iemand aan my verduidelik het; "...die plek is vir mense wat kom stap, nie noodwendig wat kom kuier nie..." Moet wel noem dat ons 'n onvergeetlike belewenis gehad het, veral met die sneeu op die berge!

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I suppose most people come for the hiking, adventure, incredible view, not necessarliy for the food and the accommodation.

Definitely not for small kids - felt very sorry for the couples with toddlers. More information should be given on the website especially for those who haven't been to Witsieshoek about preparation for hikes, starting points, times, safety / condition of trails (ice can be deadly on hiking trails for inexperienced hikers, and people who have fear of hights should definitely stay away). Dinners are a bit expensive (about R160 per person) and it is a set menu (1 meat, starch, veggies, salad, dessert and coffee/tea), not a buffet! As far as I could see most people found the food acceptable and tasty. Accommodation in bungalows aren't very private, the walls are really thin (a lot of noise can get through), but acceptable for a short stay - as someone explained to me: "... this place is for hikers, not for people who want to sit around and talk ..." Have to mention that we had an unforgetable experiende, especially with the snow on the mountains!

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Zsa-zsa J - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zsa-zsa J
With partner

Beeldskone plek vir goeie rus!

Pragtige, skoon en rustige verblyf. Perfek om weg te kom van die stad se geraas. Die amfiteater-stap word definitief aanbeveel!

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Picturesque place for a good rest!

Beautiful, clean and peaceful accommodation. Perfect to get away from the city noise. The amphitheater walk is definitely recommended!

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Riana T - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riana T
Family with teenagers

We will definitely go back!

Best decision to sleep over after a long walk on a very hot day. The children enjoyed the view and the food served. Money well spent.

Wendy T - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Wendy T
With partner

Very pleasantly surprised by the upgraded resort and the enthusiastic management and staff.

A great base from which to hike and explore this mountain escarpment, with dramatic mountain scenery and many photo opportunities.

Jaime G - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jaime G
Family with teenagers

It is a good place, but I think it is more suited to couples with no children.

The internet was not working in some places in general but they can improve.

Regard V - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Regard V
With friends

Summery

Accommodation: 1 out of 10 - we stayed in one of the older units. ( Maluti . The water was undrinkable on the day of arrivial. We had to buy water from reception as the bar was closed. The entire carpet of the unit was really unpleasant to look at. And soaking wet. from corner to corner... quite disgusting to say the least. Beds was good. And we found a scorpion on our first night. Breakfast 10 out of 10. Lunch and Dinner. 5 out of 10. We had 2 lunches every time there was items missing from the bill. We had 2 dinners and with every dinner there was items missing from the bill. Staff. 10 out of 10. Every one was friendly. Hiking trails. 7 out of 10. The map we were handed. Reminded me of a Mac Donalds happy meal toy. a topographical map would have been much more helpful. The route that we walked was not clearly marked and we got lost for a number of km's before realizing. We did manage to make it back to camp.

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge 's response

We are so sorry that you were unhappy with the accommodation at Witsieshoek. The Maluti rooms were the last to be fixed up - and are now upgraded and are now really nice. We have also replaced the carpet floors with slate tiles to cope with the inevitable problems associate with mountain rains and guests arriving back drenched from their hike. We do hope you will visit us again, and enjoy the upgraded accommodation.

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Kaiye L - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kaiye L
Family with young children

A good place to live.

Good location and beautiful views!

John W - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
John W
On business

Great Place

Used the Witsieshoek as a base camp for area backpacking trip. Rooms were great, and Kevin the manager was fantastic. I will be back for the amazing view!!

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge 's response

Great to know you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you again.

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Lerika F - Feb 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Lerika F
With partner

'n Pragtige omgewing en lekker staproetes.

Dit was presies wat ons gesoek het. Dit is geen "fancy" verblyf nie (ouer eenhede nog nie opgegradeer nie), maar elke eenheid kyk uit oor die pragtige bergreeks. Jy hoef slegs uit jou deur te stap en dan is jy op die staproete. Die kamers is primitief met slegs 'n ketel (geen yskas, mikrogolfoond, ens. nie).

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A beautiful environment and nice walking routes.

It was exactly what we were looking for. This is no "fancy" accommodation (older units not yet upgraded), but each unit overlooks the beautiful mountain range. You only have to step out your door and then you are on the hiking trail. The rooms are primitive with only a kettle (no fridge, microwave etc.).

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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge 's response

Beste Lerika,

Ons is so bly dat julle Witsieshoek geniet het. Al die eenhede is nou reggemaak. Die chalet en rondawel kamers is nie ingerig vir selfsorg nie, dus kan gaste gebruik maak van die restaurant vir etes. Ons hoop om julle weer te sien.

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Arjan V - Jul 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Arjan V
With partner

Puik!

Kyk na die sterre hieronder.

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Great!

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