African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa
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Summary of reviewsThe African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers a remarkable blend of luxury, natural beauty, and adventure, making it a top choice for a serene getaway near Johannesburg. Nestled in a tranquil and picturesque setting, the lodge provides breathtaking vistas and opportunities to explore the untamed savannah while being close to nature from the comfort of well-appointed rooms. Visitors can indulge in a range of activities from game drives to insightful tours at the Boer Museum right on the property. The lodge is notable for its cleanliness, with fresh linen and spotless bathrooms contributing to an inviting atmosphere. Guests consistently commend the upkeep of facilities and the friendly, attentive staff that enhance the overall experience.
Culinary experiences at the lodge exceed expectations, with breakfast being particularly praised for its quality and variety. Guests enjoy a generous spread featuring delicious baked goods and standout items like omelettes. Dinners are equally impressive, often noted for their taste and presentation, offering a diverse menu that includes exceptional four-course meals. The staff's welcoming demeanor adds to the enjoyment of dining at the lodge.
Rooms are spacious, luxurious, and equipped with stunning views of wildlife, adding to the overall comfort and tranquility. The lodge also features a spa and pool area, both of which offer unique experiences such as memorable elephant encounters near the pool, although some mention room for improvement in terms of available loungers and shaded areas. The spa is recognized for its treatments and relaxation offerings despite being perceived as somewhat pricey by some guests.
Overall, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa delivers an unforgettable experience through its stunning location, excellent amenities, delightful culinary offerings, and a team of staff dedicated to creating a memorable stay. Its combination of relaxation, adventure, excellent service, and beautiful surroundings makes it a highly recommended destination, earning repeat visits from many satisfied guests.
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Culinary experiences at the lodge exceed expectations, with breakfast being particularly praised for its quality and variety. Guests enjoy a generous spread featuring delicious baked goods and standout items like omelettes. Dinners are equally impressive, often noted for their taste and presentation, offering a diverse menu that includes exceptional four-course meals. The staff's welcoming demeanor adds to the enjoyment of dining at the lodge.
Rooms are spacious, luxurious, and equipped with stunning views of wildlife, adding to the overall comfort and tranquility. The lodge also features a spa and pool area, both of which offer unique experiences such as memorable elephant encounters near the pool, although some mention room for improvement in terms of available loungers and shaded areas. The spa is recognized for its treatments and relaxation offerings despite being perceived as somewhat pricey by some guests.
Overall, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa delivers an unforgettable experience through its stunning location, excellent amenities, delightful culinary offerings, and a team of staff dedicated to creating a memorable stay. Its combination of relaxation, adventure, excellent service, and beautiful surroundings makes it a highly recommended destination, earning repeat visits from many satisfied guests.
Lodge for Honeymoon
Offers a safari experience combined with spa facilities. Provides a unique blend of relaxation and wildlife viewing. Located in a serene environment for a peaceful getaway.
Lodge with Spa
The lodge's spa has a steam room and individual rooms for massage treatments. The spa complex opens onto outdoor relaxation areas and private gardens. The property also showcases magnificent wildlife and features an outdoor pool and a terrace.
Romantic Lodge
Set within the Plumari Private Reserve, this lodge offers a unique romantic experience with its safari setting and spa facilities. The combination of wildlife and relaxation makes it a memorable destination for couples.
Lodge with Swimming Pool
Located within the Plumari Private Reserve, this lodge features a pool and magnificent wildlife. It also offers spa services.
Outdoor Pool
Accessible Lodge
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa maintains accessibility and is easily accessible by road, offering a convenient retreat.
4-Star Lodge
Set within the Plumari Private Reserve, this lodge offers an outdoor pool and a terrace. The rooms are well-equipped with air conditioning and private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable bushveld experience.
Lodge with Outdoor Pool
This safari lodge features an outdoor pool and spa, offering a unique blend of wildlife and relaxation. The combination of safari experiences and pool amenities provides a memorable stay.
Guest Reviews
Nestled in a tranquil and picturesque location, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers the perfect escape for those looking to unwind amidst the breathtaking beauty of the African landscape. Just a short drive from Johannesburg, this lodge boasts an incredible setting, providing guests with spectacular vistas and the opportunity to explore the untamed savannah. The luxurious rooms allow visitors to immerse themselves in nature from the comfort of their own space, with views of wandering animals and serene water dams that enhance the peaceful atmosphere.
Guests can experience a variety of activities, including game drives and hikes, while enjoying insights into local history at the impressive Boer Museum situated on the property. The well-kept and clean rooms, combined with excellent service from friendly staff, ensure a comfortable stay. The lodge also offers a range of amenities including spa facilities, making it a complete retreat for relaxation and adventure. The serene mornings, coupled with stunning sunsets viewed from the pool, make this lodge an unforgettable destination for a weekend getaway.
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa appears to offer a breakfast experience that consistently impresses its guests. The breakfast receives high praise for both its quality and variety. Many guests highlight the excellent and very good breakfasts that set the tone for their stay. The breakfast spread, frequently noted as a highlight of the visit, offers a wide selection of both warm and cold options, with particular accolades going to its baked goods section. Guests frequently mention the exceptional service from the helpful staff, enhancing the overall dining experience.
The presentation of meals is described as phenomenal, adding to the enjoyment of the well-prepared breakfast and dinner offerings. Several reviews also commend the delicious food, noting that the omelettes, in particular, are a standout. Despite a few minor critiques, such as the need for better food labelling at the buffet, the overall consensus is that breakfast is delicious, fresh, and wonderfully prepared, making it one of the memorable aspects of visiting this safari lodge.
Dinner at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is generally a delightful experience, receiving high praise from guests who appreciate its culinary offerings. The dining experience often exceeds expectations, featuring amazing and exceptional meals praised for their taste and presentation. The menu offers a diverse array of dishes, ensuring a tantalizing experience that many guests find outstanding. The selection is particularly noted for its four-course dinners and exceptional starters, contributing to a 5-star dining experience. Guests also frequently commend the helpful and friendly staff, which adds to the overall enjoyment of their meals. While there are mentions of less satisfactory experiences, such as limited choices on a set menu or occasional below-average meals, these experiences seem to be the exception rather than the norm. The location's ambience, enhanced by the beautiful rooms and surrounding scenery, complements the culinary experience, making dinners at the lodge a memorable part of the stay.
At African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa, guests are consistently impressed by the high standard of the rooms, which are praised for their cleanliness, beauty, and exceptional comfort. The spacious nature of the rooms provides ample space for relaxation, and many guests appreciate the attention to detail, including the thorough cleaning carried out by the staff, often after guests have left for the day. The stunning views available from the rooms add to the tranquil experience, with some offering vistas of abundant wildlife just outside the window.
While some guests experienced minor inconveniences, the overall experience remains overwhelmingly positive. The garden rooms cater to specific preferences, offering options like roof styles without thatch. Positioned in picturesque locations, some rooms overlook water ponds, enhancing the peaceful ambiance. The combination of luxurious accommodation and attentive staff leaves a lasting impression on visitors seeking comfort amidst nature’s splendor during their stay.
Nestled in an idyllic setting, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa impresses guests with its tranquility and cleanliness. The rooms are consistently praised for their cleanliness, comfort, and privacy. Crisp, fresh linen and spotless bathrooms add to the overall appeal. Many find the general upkeep of the lodge to be commendable, with guests noting the extremely clean environment as a highlight of their stay. The staff contribute significantly by tidying rooms promptly, often ensuring guests return from dining to neatly prepared rooms.
The grounds themselves are well-maintained, adding to the relaxed atmosphere alongside welcoming and friendly staff. While some mention room for improvement in the spa's luxury and occasional overlooked areas like under beds, the lodge generally upholds a high level of hygiene. With wildlife moving close to the rooms, it complements the superb setting entirely. The attention to detail, especially during special occasions, renders the experience even more memorable. Cleanliness, coupled with delicious food and a beautiful ambiance, earns the lodge repeat visits from satisfied travelers.
The staff at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa consistently receive high praise for their remarkable friendliness and helpfulness, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests. Their consistent dedication to hospitality, from arrival to departure, enhances the overall experience, often described as exceptional and outstanding. The efficient and attentive nature of the staff ensures that guests feel well-cared for throughout their stay. Additionally, the knowledge and insight provided by the guides, particularly regarding elephants, enrich the safari experience. Guests frequently highlight the staff's welcoming demeanor, describing them as super friendly and accommodating. The exceptional service offered is complemented by delicious food and the stunning views of the surrounding wildlife and landscape, making the lodge a highly recommended destination. Although feedback is overwhelmingly positive, there is an occasional mention of a lack of greetings from some staff members. Overall, the team's exceptional service plays a significant role in creating memorable visits that guests are eager to repeat.
The spa at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers a range of appealing treatments that guests often describe as lovely and excellent. Many visitors appreciated the massages, mentioning them as a highlight of their stay. Guests also note the spa consistently pairs well with the top-notch dining experiences at the resort, suggesting a satisfying blend of relaxation and culinary delight. However, some guests found the treatments to be on the expensive side and felt the facilities could benefit from some enhancements to elevate the luxury experience. Despite a few criticisms, the spa remains a cherished aspect of the resort for many, complemented by memorable activities like the unique elephant encounter.
Nestled in a picturesque setting, the pool area at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers a unique and captivating experience. One of the highlights is the memorable elephant encounter that guests rave about, adding an extraordinary touch to poolside relaxation. With two swimming pools available, visitors have options to choose from, allowing them to enjoy the scenic views from their rooms straight to the shimmering waters. The attentive staff stand out by ensuring guests' drinks remain refreshed as they lounge, crafting a pleasant and accommodating environment. However, there are a few areas for improvement. The availability of loungers and shaded areas can be limited, potentially impacting comfort during peak times. While some guests have noted maintenance activities and occasional cleanliness issues, overall, the pool area offers a unique blend of wildlife encounters and relaxation that is hard to match.
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Location
Guests can experience a variety of activities, including game drives and hikes, while enjoying insights into local history at the impressive Boer Museum situated on the property. The well-kept and clean rooms, combined with excellent service from friendly staff, ensure a comfortable stay. The lodge also offers a range of amenities including spa facilities, making it a complete retreat for relaxation and adventure. The serene mornings, coupled with stunning sunsets viewed from the pool, make this lodge an unforgettable destination for a weekend getaway.
Breakfast
The presentation of meals is described as phenomenal, adding to the enjoyment of the well-prepared breakfast and dinner offerings. Several reviews also commend the delicious food, noting that the omelettes, in particular, are a standout. Despite a few minor critiques, such as the need for better food labelling at the buffet, the overall consensus is that breakfast is delicious, fresh, and wonderfully prepared, making it one of the memorable aspects of visiting this safari lodge.
Dinner
Rooms
While some guests experienced minor inconveniences, the overall experience remains overwhelmingly positive. The garden rooms cater to specific preferences, offering options like roof styles without thatch. Positioned in picturesque locations, some rooms overlook water ponds, enhancing the peaceful ambiance. The combination of luxurious accommodation and attentive staff leaves a lasting impression on visitors seeking comfort amidst nature’s splendor during their stay.
Cleanliness
The grounds themselves are well-maintained, adding to the relaxed atmosphere alongside welcoming and friendly staff. While some mention room for improvement in the spa's luxury and occasional overlooked areas like under beds, the lodge generally upholds a high level of hygiene. With wildlife moving close to the rooms, it complements the superb setting entirely. The attention to detail, especially during special occasions, renders the experience even more memorable. Cleanliness, coupled with delicious food and a beautiful ambiance, earns the lodge repeat visits from satisfied travelers.
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Spa
Pool
Yes, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.
No, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.
No, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa doesn't have a gym.
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