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Reviews of Hartenbos Private Game Lodge 4 stars

Farm Goedemoed 166, 6506 Hartenbos, South Africa

#2 of 21 hotels in Hartenbos

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 89 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Probably the best stop on our three week tour.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing I can think of.

    We were three couples, glamping in three safari tents. It was our first time at this Game Lodge and it was lovely. We have been to other lodges but this one was by far the best.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful location, luxurious comfortable tent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Enjoyed the informative game drive, wish we had more time to enjoy the amazin setting.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent value for money. The game farm is small and personalised. Very enjoyable experience. The rooms are well equip
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very accommodating. We had two vegans in the group and they really went to a lot of trouble to accommodate us. Our waiter, game ranger and the lady at reception were amazing. Efficient and friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    thank you to the wonderfully friendly owners
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    to be stuck in the mud after the rains. A special thank you to the helper who washed the mud off the rims.

    Amon was an exvcellent waiter and very helpful during the day, doing more than expected, waking up and expiencing nature was a balm to the soul the game drive was very informative and relaxing.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    Hidden gem! Wonderful game drives and personal feel at this private game reserve.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The food was good, but perhaps a bit overpriced and not the best value for money compared to SA standards.

    What a hidden gem of a place! We loved the hospitality of the owners who made us feel very welcome at their lodge. We stayed for 3 nights and went on multiple game drives during our stay. It was amazing that it was the owner himself who drove us around the reserve, so he was able to tell us in detail about the origins of the reserve, how they manage it and show us the wildlife conservation efforts they undertake. The lodge has a very personal and small scale feel which is extremely nice. Absolutely wonderful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    9.0
    Calm friendly atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    We stayed in one of the tents and loved it . The tent was very comfortable ,it was wonderful to wake up in the morning and listen to the birds and see the sunrise. The view from the lodge is beautiful there is a small waterhole where the animals come to drink. We enjoyed the meals and the service of the staff ,especially Amon. Because of the heat we only did the morning game drive with Piet . He explained a lot about the plants( Fijnbos) the conservation of the area and the animals we saw. Don't expect predators or elephants because they are not here. But the nature in the reserve is very beautiful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Come and see the animals.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great Location! The Staff were so friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    10
    Great private game farm
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great lovely place surrounded by exciting animals and nature. We stayed for two nights in a family tent and the kids loved it.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    8.0
    A wonderful experience with attentive and pleasant staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good communication from host, beautiful setting. Upgraded to a villa free of charge due to an issue with the tent we originally booked.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    10
    Wonderful trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful, well appointed tent. Exceptional view. Main lodge most welcoming. Game drive stunning.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2023

    10
    perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    all was nice.

    amazing location- 10/10 stars. People, owners and service perseonell were really nice. I travelled 22-24 October 2023 together with my girlfriend and did the garden route. We stayed fpr 2 nights. We did several safaris. Thank you for the good experience. We loved the location so much that we booked another stay on our way back from the garden route. Thank you so much for that!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we had to leave!

    The atmosphere! The accommodation was spectacular! The staff were brilliant! The animals & game drive marvellous!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    10
    Holiday escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tents were extremely comfortable and well set up everything was very clean. Had an awesome game drive and thoroughly enjoyed the dinners on the deck. We will definitely be back!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    10
    Great hosts - Incredible views - Outstanding stay - We will be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our hosts Alida and Wayne were very friendly and accommodating. The Hartenbos Game Lodge is a perfect place with incredible panoramic views, super friendly staff, cosy chalets and tents. We booked two game drives (morning and afternoon). Thanks to Wayne and Pit who told us lots of interesting details about the wild animals and constant important maintenance work around the the huge area to support wild life conservation at its best. We were pampered with tasty breakfasts and delicious 3-course-dinners. Also our trip to nearby Mossel Bay with lovely sightseeings, walking trails, shops and restaurants was very recommendable. We loved our stay and definitely would like to return asap. Thank you very much for your kind attention, helpful advice, especially making our wedding anniversary so memorable and outstanding!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tents are very well equipped, nicely decorated and clean and you can make a nice coffee on the gas in the kitchen area. We enjoyed dinner at the lodge and the game drive in the morning with a coffee stop at a view point.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    An excellent game drive by Wayne. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That’s a beautiful lodge. The tent was well equiped and the view is lovely. The game drive was great and the réserve is beautiful. All thé staff was very kind. Thank you

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lodge war super!!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nice view and very polite people.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    10
    Wonderful, beautiful, best place to have my 71st birthday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    10/10 ♥♥♥♥♥

    Everything at Hartenbos Private Game Lodge was EXCELLENT!!!!!! Breakfast, dinner, service, friendliness, location etc - we appreciate everything and everybody!!!!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    10
    Enjoy nature in a friendly atmosphere.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What an amazing place to stay! You can see the animals from the lodge, if you are lucky you might see a hippo... we did the safari and had lunch/breakfast over there. Both were great!! We felt like a part of the family here and were sad to leave... We recommend this of you want to be away from the busy world and if you adore nature in a calm, superfriendly atmosphere .

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Noting.

    the facility was very good, the staff very helpful and friendly, the full equipment was available in accommodation, good breakfast, very safe place to stay and to enjoy the nature.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No room heater

    The owner hospitality

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    8.0
    Great kids friendly location with amazing view!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - check-in could be more welcoming - beds and pillows are not very comfortable

    - facilitates in the tent / reception - the view is amazing - (private) safari was amazing

    Stayed in April 2023

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