Skip to main content
  1. Hotel reviews homepage
  2. South Africa hotel reviews
  3. KwaZulu-Natal hotel reviews
  4. Balgowan hotel reviews
  5. Reviews of Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Reviews of Granny Mouse Country House & Spa 4 stars

R103 Old Main Road, 3275 Balgowan, South Africa

#12 of 17 hotels in Balgowan

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 704 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

100% verified reviews

Real guests. Real stays. Real opinions.

Read more- opens a dialog box
Write a review

Showing 76 – 100

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2022

    7.0
    was a one night treat away for us. massages and facial sheer bliss ! beautiful area in the midlands. breakfast was exce
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    unfortunately it rained continuously whilst there so couldn’t admire the views and sit outside.

    everything was great. the spa treatments were sheer bliss.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2022

    7.0
    Green, gardens and traditional values.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful space, gorgeous vistas and love the glasshouse restaurant.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Too many bugs and spiders in the room

    The views and food

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    everything….perfect place to escape your problems ,just to unwind a little it just that time was not in our side but hope to see you next time

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2022

    8.0
    Happy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pretty happy

    Ambiance, staff and facilities

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heated floors The view

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2022

    9.0
    Beautiful place and very helpful, friendly staff. Was quite majestic quite frankly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The meals were good except my wife's meal was a little overcooked and tough.

    We loved everything about Granny Mouses. Will definitely return.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom was interleading with other guests-doors locked obviously. But absolutely nothing you can do to down out the sound of other people are loud. We wanted a room specifically with a fire place, only to arrive and be told the fireplaces are being serviced. I think it should be mentioned before and definitely interleading rooms should be to. I would rather opt for a different room or stay at another place in the Midlands. We love Granny Mouse this just wasn't our best stay.

    the staff are always fantastic! the food always a win.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2022

    9.0
    definitely ask for a river facing room- game changer -
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    ran out of a couple of dinner options due to having had a busy weekend

    Room magnificent- staff friendly-- saw a bush buck giving birth just a few meter from our elevated balcony overlooking the bush and river. Once in a lifetime experience that

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2022

    9.0
    lovely place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    there’s a special atmosphere around Granny Mouse. the thatched roof cottages and the lush garden. the interior of the rooms and lounge is very tasteful. the menu of the bistro restaurant had enough choice for everyone. The standards for staff either restaurant, bar, reception or housekeeping and their services is very high. the music choice (“MTV”-like) didn’t fit with the atmosphere and was a pity, but when we asked to lower it down they did that immediately.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2022

    9.0
    Welcoming staff and very comfortable room. Loved the Charlotte Reese bathroom amenities.
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff. Great service at Spa.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2022

    9.0
    Cosy and quaint
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had massages and were a bit disappointed, we expected them to be much better.

    Awesome location. Very cosy and quaint, peaceful. Super comfy beds. Love the feeling of the place, it's like real mouse houses! Riverwalk trail is great, love the huge open field below. Staff were friendly and warm.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was not properly clean - lots of spider webs on the ceiling and on the patio furniture. The restaurant did not have most of the menu items on the Sunday, which was disapointing.

    The whole experience was awesome - room, meals, view & staff

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2022

    8.0
    We really enjoyed it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Outside paintwork etc needs a little TLC. the staircase could have been swept and washed prior to guests arriving - we haf overseas guests with us.

    We did not book a quiet room, only that our rooms were adjacent. The family room was very close to the others. Our evening meal was very good and breakfast was also a great variety of choice. Another time, if it was just the 2 of us visiting, I would ask for a ground floor room. It is very rare that guests have a bar fridge with stock that was all complimentary.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2022

    8.0
    We enjoyed and will recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Menu’s to repettative

    Room great space , BUt “ garden view” not really true Both breakfast and dinner very good

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2022

    9.0
    Comfortable stay in the Midlands
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    After our first night, unfortunately not all room amenities were restocked. I had to call reception to sort this out. Slides of Salami served with breakfast still have its plastic around it. Be careful as to not eat this. I did report this to the duty manager during our first breakfast, however the following day it was still the same

    Comfortable bed, lovely corner bath and large shower, delicious breakfast and restaurant on premises, amazing scenery, complimentary mini bar in the room

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2022

    8.0
    Stay was lovely and spa was brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi signal was not good at all and could be better

    Breakfast was delicious

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2022

    9.0
    Great place. Food is awesome and staff helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If they can add some light meals for dinner maybe chicken wings /wraps for guests who are not really hungry

    Value for money

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are abit dated and could definitely do with a veramp. Keeping the same esthetic but making it more luxurious. The breakfast options are limited and very basic, this can be improved.

    I loved the location, the views, the staff who really go out of their way to ensure that you are comfortable , and the dinning options. There's always something magical about a stay in the midlands.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2022

    9.0
    Great location, excellent views and breakfast. Still a KZN classic in the Midlands.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Some of the general areas need a refresh - albeit many are currently in progress. Service needs to be a bit sharper and needs a bit of attention.

    Excellent breakfast, albeit service a touch on the relaxed side. The property is well located and the upgrades are starting to take shape. The Bistro is very well set out and nicely updated.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was kinda disappointing...for non beef eaters.....variety wise 🤔🤨😑...... Kindly consider...

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2022

    9.0
    Fantastic stay at a family favorite
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great venue and attention to detail

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2022

    9.0
    Beautiful place to rest in prace & quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautifully stuated & well kept

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2022

    9.0
    Perfect Getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were friendly and helpful and provided great service. The food was delicious (including the breakfast). I liked the thoughtful gestures like providing weather cards to guests! Overall Granny Mouse is a perfect getaway for relaxation.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2022

    8.0
    Lovely except for Eaves Restaurant. Not recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Eaves Restaurant. We were 7 adults celebrating a 70th birthday, and chose Granny Mouse for the fine dining restaurant. We were all deeply disappointed and will not return. The food was cold, overcooked and the younger members of the party could have followed it with a burger and chips! I have since talked to friends who live in the area, and they say had they known we were staying with you and dining at Eaves Restaurant, they would have suggested another venue.

    Breakfast was very good and the room was lovely. Please thank Thando for sorting out the difficulties with our booking. She was efficient and charming when I was panicking!

    Stayed in July 2022

Showing 76 – 100

We Price Match
We Price Match
Low rates • No booking fees • Find cheaper? We'll refund the difference!

Guests also reviewed these properties: