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Reviews of Kangelani Lodge 4 stars

4 Sparrow Lane, 3624 Hillcrest, South Africa

#11 of 22 B&Bs and Inns in Hillcrest

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 196 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 26 June 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Manager fantastic, staff quite basic, untrained

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2021

    8.0
    Great stay, lovely and easy location. I will stay there again.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wifi

    It was great for work, the Wifi signal was quite poor, but the place was clean, and cozy and I was comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    1.0
    Unhappy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    On arrival I was informed I couldn't get the place I booked. Then the next morning I was informed after placing my order for breakfast they don't have one of the ingredients. The maintenance of the room I got was not up to standard. To be woken up at 3am on a Sunday of a woman screaming because her stuff was stolen from the unit below and the motion that took place after that. So I woke up tired to get up and check out.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

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

    Nothing

    Good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    5.0
    Our honest review of kangelani Lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Tent 2
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    On arrival they never gave us the gate code so we sat and rang the office bell a few times but nobody answered. Once we got in they gave us the wrong code when we were heading out and said the information booklet in the rooms were not updated. The Luxury tent had scratches on the roof and when it was storming you could feel the rain fall on you. The food was not the best but was edible. VAT was included on everything single thing we had and we were not aware of that being the case. The bar prices were not the same as what your invoice is at the end of your stay which was a shock to us.

    We loved how peaceful the atmosphere was. The self serve bar was something unique.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2023

    4.0
    I did inform that Assistant Manager to inform the owner that we were not happy and no response.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The fact that no one informed us that there was a generator behind our room which meant that we had it went on late into the night and early morning and therefore 2 nights of broken sleep. If we had been informed or given a choice of rooms that would have been appreciated.

    I loved the location and the rooms

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing everything is still fine

    The breakfast was great, enjoyed the fruit salad

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2023

    4.0
    No apologies rendered for non existing wifi, for non access to the premises during stay etc
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no wifi for three days despite the big advertising how important it is for a luxury accommodation to offer good quality internet. One evening, the gate was locked and my guest had to wait 105 minutes outside the gate until he could get inside at 10pm. Not even the security company had access. Instead of an apology, the manager notified that the generator will not be turned on to save on diesel, so guests have to use a torch to get dressed. Then the gate was locked so my guest could not leave the premises and again had to wait forever until finally someone was found to unlock. Absolutely unacceptable in case of an emergency. No apologies were rendered by the manager, just excuses being made. Owner then offers full refund (which I refused to accept but asked for refund for cost incurred for no wifi) which is later cancelled without apology but abuse by manager. Very disappointing and totally unacceptable.

    The staff was very friendly and welcoming.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2022

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Had stayed previously at this accommodation. However this time round, no one was there to let me into the accommodation, had no were to sleep, managed to eventually find another accommodation.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2022

    7.0
    Great, beautiful stay, but improve communication!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Tent 2
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. The intercom kept saying "the number dialed dialed doesn't exist." 2. The contact number either went straight to voicemail or was not answered, there is no alternative contact. We were at the gate for an HOUR until another guest came and gave us the pin. The pin given to us on email did not work. The place was great but ya'll need an alternative contact or the intercom must go to reception not someone who is not in the property. Lastly when the wrong pin is punched in, there must be someway the intercom beep reaches the reception.

    The luxury tent was perfect for a refreshing gate away. I loved the atmosphere, trees, fresh air and the sound of birds in the morning.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2022

    7.0
    Well worth the stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dropped a bottle cap, noticed a lot of dust under chest of drawers and bed on searching for the cap.

    location, ambience, friendly personnel

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We requested for Halaal food prior to coming through, we got confirmation there would be halaal food, when we sat to have breakfast the staff didnt know what we were talking about

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2022

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

    Needs some TLC Bed very uncomfortable and veranda light s in your face all night

    Location

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was not served on time. Left without breakfast .

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2021

    7.0
    Nice and comfortable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little dated , chair at my desk was super sketchy

    Accommodating staff , fast internet

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2021

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was extremely disappointing. The property lists certain activities which suggest these are available at the property but they are not.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2021

    9.6
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kinda dark and the access road to the facility needs bit of upgrade

    Good and relaxing away from city buzzing

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

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