Hoogekraal Street, 8190 Calvinia, South Africa
#9 of 12 hotels in Calvinia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 64 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Location
8.5
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Prudence
South AfricaWe had a very good stay.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Shereen
South AfricaRecommend that you take a cork screw with you as we couldn't open our bottle of wine, as there was no bottle opener.
Accommodation was great, clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to go back if we are ever in the area.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 August 2023
Patrick
United KingdomUnfortunately, it was slightly cold in the night but that’s because of a power shortage in the town. No fault of the host .
great place, perfect for a stop over for one night as we did. Just as described in the pictures. The was very friendly and helpful - gave us some good tips. Good value for money.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Rob
South AfricaOnly thing that could improve the stay is Eskom not having load shedding.
Our host Talita, was very friendly and helpful, meeting us at the local garage to direct us back to the unit. The town of Calvinia is beautiful set on the Western Cape Escarpment with the mountains as our backdrop. Die Hok the perfect venue for our overnight stay, catering to us and our 4-legged family members with a beautiful Karroo gargen for the dogs to wander around in.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 29 April 2023
Wilma
South AfricaNot applicable
We enjoyed an evening under the stars wile having a braai in the evening. Had some sheep and a very friendly cat for company. We felt save and comfortable and had a great rest before moving on with our journey. Thanks to the friendly host. Thanks to the friendly host who
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 27 February 2023
Dave
South AfricaLovely location just outside of town ..
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2022
Margaret
South AfricaThe beds need to be replaced
Die Hok is well organized and the grounds are nearly kept, there's everything you need in the room, clean bedding and towels
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 11 October 2022
Susna
South AfricaIt was very hot when we arrived but the room was nice and cool. Everything you need is there. Talitha was very friendly and made us feel very welcome.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 1 July 2022
Saayman
South Africa❤️ everything!
Everything! They can put a toaster on their list!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 11 April 2022
Charles
South AfricaPeaceful. Excellent sleepover. Hospitality.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 5 April 2022
Ansonette
South AfricaVentilation/airflow slightly limited, perhaps a fan would alleviate this limitation. Hooks to hang clothing would be nice.
Privacy was good and ample parking in close proximity to the room. Enough electrical plugs and warm comfortable shower and ablution facilities.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 9 October 2021
Anje
South AfricaKamer 4 se matras is nie meer goed nie...
Die rustige omgewing was heerlik! Dankie vir kwaliteit koffiesakkies!
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 26 September 2021
Hemah
South AfricaThe bed was a bit uncomfortable
Location was great, hostess was awesome. She went out of her way to tell about the area and location of the flowers. Very friendly and informative
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 5 September 2021
Daphne
South AfricaClean and neat- had all the essentials you would need Would recommend this property
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 30 August 2021
Coen
South AfricaThe location in Calvinia is excellent for a start or end of flower viewing as well as overnight stop in a long trip. It is outside the town on a smallholding a few hundred meters from the main road to the North East. The rooms are simple, but comfortable with modern facilities - everything you need for a good night's rest. Vehicles are parked under cover very near to the rooms and there is a braai and firepit close by. We appreciated the personal attention of the kind owner in meeting us at the giant mailbox in town and leading us to Die Hok, where an oil heater was already on and advising us to leave it on all night, We will gladly book an overnight stay at Die Hok again.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 12 August 2021
Brian
South AfricaDidn't realise it was 2-3 kms out of town.
Great value for money. Clean with all the facilities you need (but couldn't find a toaster).
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Juani
South AfricaN/A
Personal attention of hostess Clean and tidy with all you need for home away from home
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Matlhare
South AfricaThe attitude was bad.
The lady didn't offer me an opportunity to stay. She refused my booking.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Anje
South AfricaHas everything you need and more. Talita is an excellent host. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 July 2023
Magali
South AfricaApart from the fact that the owner had us wait 20 min outside the gate when we arrived although we had agreed on arrival time, and did not apologize for it, the main problem was that the room was extremely loud. Throughout the night you hear the heavy trucks on the R27 but also we could hear everything that was happening in our neighbours' room as if we were there. (To give you an idea we heard his cell phone which was on vibration mode and we could hear his telephone conversation including the voice of the person he was calling!) Since the room is advertised as self-catering for 3 people we regretted that there were only 2 chairs to sit around the table.
The room was clean and the beds were ok There were batteries allowing uninterrupted light and WiFi during Loadshedding.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 13 October 2022
Rheeder
South AfricaI liked quietness of the place.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 15 May 2022
Alexis
South AfricaThis review has been hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.
Reviewed: 14 September 2021
Reddy
South AfricaAll was well
A quaint place in a private part of the town. Quaint on the outside but fully fitted to meet any traveller's expectation.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 9 September 2021
Madelein
South AfricaTalita was very accommodating when I couldn't keep to my previously-arranged arrival time. I could check myself in and out with no fuss or trouble. I appreciated the safety for a solo-traveller, and the comfort of a hot shower and a soft bed after a long day on the road. Everything I need at a bargain price - I'll definitely return**
Stayed in September 2021
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