De Hoek Farm, R74, Bergville, 3350 Ethels Drive, South Africa
#1 of 4 hotels in Ethels Drive
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1256 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 May 2024
Le
South AfricaThink the accommodation needs a proper upgrade
Location friendly staff and good food
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Roger
South Africabathroom needed somewhere to put toiletries and hooks or rails to hang wet towels after showering
Menus a good varity and excellantly prepared, walking trails very good
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Marinda
South AfricaNo fridge in the rooms for cold water or drinks
Lovely Area in the mountans.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Loubser
South AfricaOffer sauces with the main meals for the rice, mash or baked potato.
We were late checking in and the kitchen had closed. Shalom arranged warm food at 8pm in our upgraded room (what a wonderful surprise). We have never experienced that extend of service and kindness from Hotels/Cottages, Truly hospitable. The food portions were large which suited us, we are not small people. Also the number of activities was amazing we were busy the whole time. Next time, we are bringing our 3 kids, and friends.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Karen
South AfricaFavourite place for the wonderful views and spacious, clean accommodation. Thank you.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Dineo
South Africabuffet breakfast or more variety, however it was not bad at all.
Dinner was good ad a room for improvement for breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Fip
South AfricaThe cutting tiles from the contractor and constant noise from the chalet being refurbished which was one chalet away from us. After one day we asked to be moved to another chalet far away from the noise. The internet was down in our chalet for one day.
It’s quiet and a peaceful place to relax. Hiking was great. Love the view .
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Thabo
South AfricaThere were no phones in the room to communicatewith reception. Wifi did drop evwey now and again. Cellphone network is a bit poor. The rooms could do with a face-lift.
The views and peace and quiet. The half board was the best decision ever, food was amazing!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Linda
South AfricaIt is well located and the tranquility is excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Riyaaz
South Africaeverything was exceptional .... The most relaxed place I've been to... staff were friendly and food was the best and very wholesome.... I will surely recommend and be back ... Thank you to all the staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Tyron
South AfricaStaff weren't great Security - Good Front desk - Bad Barman - Good Go-Kart - Exceptional (Wiseman and Patrick) Waiters - Bad Spa Therapists - Average
Location and the layout of the units. Units very clean, cozy...bathrooms could do with an upgrade, especially the basin, a mixer would be great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Dikeledi
South AfricaNone
Everything was perfect,the food was tasty,staff friendly, facilities also perfect
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Theolan
South AfricaAt the chalets were alot of fruit flies.
Facilities were great. Chalet views were amazing. Bar area very clean and staff very pleasant.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Makoena
South AfricaWhen we got to the reception to check-in, the lady at the reception was not friendly, we wanted to ask about the activities, but before she could even hear us out, she told us that the information is in the booklet.... When we got to the Chalets, The heater in the bedroom was not working. The Wifi Sticker on the Fridge had the wrong password. The Welcome booklet also had the wrong password, Basically the wifi only worked when one scans a QR Code. The question is why put all those stickers with the wrong Password.
All The guys who were conducting the activities made our stay even better. They were friendly and welcoming. Also Smangelo at the shop next to the restaurant at the Gate, she is just the best. She gave us the information the receptionist couldn't provided about Activities outside the Resort, and we did not regret.The activities (Horse riding and Go-Kart) as well exceeded our expectations.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Esna
South AfricaWaiter confused our orders.
Good
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Clive
United StatesPerhaps the swimming pool location could be more central but this really is hardly an issue as we didn't even use it, ...
Excellent breakfast, good location directly off oliviershoek pass main tar road.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Bibi
South AfricaExcellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Steven
South AfricaYou could improve by offering a la carte restaurant at weekends.
everything
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Jean
South AfricaGorgeous views, beautiful property, lovely walks and friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Rachit
South AfricaNothing.
Fantastic staff, great food and amazing views.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Rohan
South AfricaView and mountains
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Jaco
South AfricaEverything was amazing - they are in the middle of renovations, so the older unit we stayed in hadn't received the reno yet
The views were breath taking. Lots to do for everyone - games for kids, spa, driving range, horse riding, lots of trails from the premises - everything we wanted in one place
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Kristinenazaret
South AfricaThere was no refrigerator in our room but I requested one and they gave us.
Love the place, lots of activities, and beautiful hikes. Food is delicious! Perfect family getaway not so far from Johannesburg
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Sukhunandan
South AfricaAbsolutely nothing...loved everything.
The staff and place was amazing. The self-catering unit we stayed in was comfortable and clean. My kids absolutely loved the kids club and the various activities that were planned throughout the day for them. Food at the hotel restaurant was delicious.
Stayed in March 2024
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