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Reviews of Caracal Lodge

Houtboschoek Mpumalanga, 1209 Alkmaar, South Africa

#1 of 2 hotels in Alkmaar

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Review score

Based on 113 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    It’s our second time visiting so that should sum it up😊
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything! It’s clean and what you see on the images is what you get if not more

    Loved everything about the property, the activities, view and not to forget Craig who is a great host. Thank you to Orbit who always goes the extra mile

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful, will definitely plan to go again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Walking Trails needed to be maintained and cleared a little better, probably would have been better if I had mentioned before we arrived that we planned on walking and they would have had time to cut them.

    Beautiful location. The room was quiet and private. Very nice walks with pretty waterfalls to sit at.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    10
    Peace and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Very peaceful with beautiful surrounding mountains. Beautiful hiking routes. Cottages well maintained and clean. Nice swimming pool and game viewing.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    10
    One of our best stays over the years of travelling.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Impala Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We can’t fault anything it was perfect.

    We absolutely loved this venue. Super tranquil atmosphere with super friendly staff. The host was very attentive during our stay. We didn’t want to leave.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    10
    Great place in the heart of the lowveld
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That the 2 days passed to quickly.

    Chris was such a friendly person to meet. Went out of his way to make us feel at home. Lovely wild life and plenty of birding. Toroughly enjoyed our stay. Facility is well maintained.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    10
    Mayos getaway
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved it all!!!

    It was beautiful there. Lovely for our fur baby to be able to have the freedom to run around. We enjoyed the walks and the challenge of the 4x4. Definitely going back....asap.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    9.0
    perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    network coverage is bad

    it is quiet, peaceful

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    10
    Worth to comeback again , the scene, the staff everything is fantastic. highly recommend to try the game drive .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only the stone road is bit heavy for small vehicle, but I’m guessing it’s part of the fun.

    It's very comfortableand relax. Wake up in the morning with beautiful nature and fresh air.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2023

    9.0
    Comfortable, beautiful farmhouse style with springboks, giraffes and ostriches in the property
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There's 8km of gravel to access this beautiful place, but it can't be helped and totes worth the drive.

    We were invited by property owners to join them when feeding the giraffes. They also took us on a short hike to the nearest waterfall, with a nice picnic spot. There's electric blankets on all beds, beautiful outdoor shower and gas stove with Magneto lights for loadshedding times.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2023

    9.0
    a lovely relaxing weekend in a gorgeous location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    the location is amazing and the host Craig was very friendly. He even taught our son to fish while we were out running a marathon.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    10
    Heavenly experience in a remote location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Caracal Lodge was one of the most amazing places we've visited so far. Its remote location, the amazing views when you drive to the property and the stunning beauty of the property itself: almost like heaven. Craig is a great guy and he and his lovely dogs welcomed us. We were sad when we had to leave. Next time we will definitely stay a bit longer.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A great adventure to such a beautiful place. The management and staff are friendly and always on hand should you need assistance. The farm has so much to explore. The accommodation has everything you need and the different chalets are spread out in a way that you makes you feel alone. The area is safe and clean. I would definitely recommend The Caracal.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2023

    10
    Amazing animals, nice people, cozy lodges, exciting views. Will come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful Spot, great accommodation.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2023

    10
    Phumbaa n zama
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing that I did not like about the place

    Everything about the place from the staff going to game drive the animals ,the rooms gosh I wish I could stay longer. Thank you so much once again for hosting us

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2023

    10
    It was absolutely beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bushbuck Cottage 2 bedroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The fact that cell network was poor.

    We loved the entire scenery and the host Craig who is an absolute gem of a person who became a part of my family. My entire family were impressed with the hospitality and were very comfortable as it felt like home. A peaceful and relaxed place to stay at with wonderful host and staff like Victor and the friendly ladies.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyable exciting getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Network coverage but that didn't ruin our holiday.

    Rob is the bet manager, super friendly and always available when you need anything.Location exceptional. Dense forest, country thatched cottage, very spacious rooms and the outdoor shower was exceptional, nice pool which is suitable for kids and my grandsons enjoy it a lot. Nice and clean bedding. Comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchens with a lot of cooking utensils, wild animals like Livingston Eland, zebras, giraffes.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few of the owners dogs got out and came to visit ours. Was not ideal for our scared little girl dog. But the dogs were called back quickly.

    The farm is incredibly beautiful. Calm and quiet. so love it there. And my dogs love it too. You can watch the animals from the pool - ostriches, antelopes and giraffes stroll by every now and then. There are barely any mosquitoes, but remember to bring tick spray if you want to go walking an the farm - for yourself (and your dog).

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bushbuck Cottage 2 bedroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Things were a bit outdated for the price we paid.

    The scenery 😍 , the staff were excellent and very accommodating and we thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2022

    9.0
    Good place to go for 3-4 days. You should take food with yourself.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit old. everything works, but outdated.

    Great place for family. Nice people and value for money.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Last kilometres before the lodge is a gravel road.

    One of the coolest places we've ever stayed. The owner was friendly, the territory is rather big, many animals and even a waterfall. Would be glad to come back.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overall I liked everything from the host to the warm welcome and hospitality , never had I have so much fun especially on my first romantic outing, I'd recommend it to anyone who would like to go for a romantic getaway or just want to go to relax and get away from city life

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    8.0
    Lovely country property - wish we could have stayed longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    The road on the way up to Caracal Lodge is scree but up to the property would have been better in a 4x4 although our cars were low we managed with a few bumps on the bottom of the vehicle.

    Lovely location and friendly welcome from Rob who couldn't do enough to help. Lots of space in the chalets with all facilities for self catering. Great out door shower, big bath in a well decorated bathroom. Beds and pillows very comfortable. A shame we couldn't have spent more time there and taken advantage of the great walks around the property.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very Quite and comfortable. The host kept us up to date with everydays loadshedding times. Thank you

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful place! Look like sleeping in a fairy tale 😍

    Stayed in September 2022

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