JR87 Boekenhoutkloof, Rust de Winter Road D48, Dinokeng Game Reserve, Gauteng, 0400 Rust de Winter, South Africa
#1 of 2 hotels in Rust de Winter
Guests' ChoiceBased on 65 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Tabatha
South AfricaN/A
We enjoyed our game drive with Luke. Our waiter was excellent made sure we ordered and were ready for our game drive at 8pm.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
May
South AfricaStructured game drives, sunset cruises and bush walks were amazing. Clean, comfortable and upmarket accommodation. The food was plentiful and divine. Service was excellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Kevin
South AfricaAll the Staff where outstanding especially the restaurant staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Tracy
South AfricaThat we didn't stay longer!
Staff at Mongena are well trained and extremely welcoming. The rooms look newly renovated and very comfortable beds. There are a few finishes not complete, for example no towels or rails in the separate toilet. The food was delicious. Our game drive and our ranger, Charl, were just simply the best. We saw lots of animals and birds and learnt a lot about the wildlife there.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Samantha
South AfricaFood wasnt great. had fish and vegatarian options
Game drives and accomodation were great. Staff very helpful. Will definitely be back.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Héloïse
South AfricaNothing
We had the most beautiful room with an amazing view. The food was delicious and the game drives spectacular!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Mirjan
South AfricaWe did not get the refund of the extra room we had to cancel on the spot, no communication yet about it
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Matthew
South AfricaCould not stay longer
We got Married there 9 years ago and visited 8 months ago and on our return for our Anniversary this year they had redone the family rooms and it is above standard and amazing
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Savvas
CyprusI didn't like that i couldnt take my 1 year old baby on the included safari trips and had to pay a private drive that was expensive for three persons
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Jody
South AfricaUpgrade the facilities to be more modern ,
Location was convienetely close , facilities could be upgraded to be more modern , the rest was superb , service was superb , staff were superb
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Khensani
South AfricaThe shower water pressure was too low
The great service from staff, view of animals upon waking up and food.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Helene
South AfricaBest game drive ever, exceptional food, we will be back
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Tracey
New ZealandA small aircon unit in the upstairs family room would be a bonus
We enjoyed every moment. Lovely boutique African bush lodge, easy going vibe, good facilities, friendly staff offering consistent service and excellent guides on the game drives. We did 6 game drives and all meals were included on a 3 night stay which was fabulous and great value The restaurant was very flexible and accommodated my dietary needs. The bar area was inviting and drink prices were very reasonable. The Lodge is spread out over well kept grounds, you feel very peaceful as it's not overcrowded even when fully occupied. The pool area is abundant in bird life and buck and zebra etc roam the grounds. Would definitely recommend and come back!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Karen
South AfricaUnit 1 and 2 shared patio. Limiting privacy.
Game drives were amazing
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Nadine
South AfricaThe only thing that I was unhappy with was the service at the restaurant, atleast 2 of the waiters were rude and impatient with us. I will not mention names but that left a sour taste as they do not respresent everyone else’s friendliness and professionalism. Apart from that, the food was delicious!
I loved the friendliness of the reception and ground staff and all the Rangers. The hospitality was great and the experience felt personal and special. They paid attention to all details. The facilities are welcoming and I love that they have animals roaming around the lodge. I loved the professionalism and how the rangers always keep time and treat you like family. Andrew, Charlie and Kyle were amazing rangers and Dominic, Asa & Lucy were very helpful. I would highly recommend booking a full package experience here.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Lelant
South AfricaTowels are a bit old, and the room could have been cleaner. Especially like the wooden stairs going to the second level, as well as outside on the patio.
The staff we WONDERFUL. Food was excellent.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Delphine
United KingdomYou can't have a night safari when you arrive late in the afternoon. You can't have a breakfast when you go for a morning safari.
I loved to share the outdoor space with animals. The pool location is lovely, as well as the garden. The location in Dinokeng is great for game drives. The bed was really comfortable and the food at the lodge restaurant was very good. The staff was very helpful and nice.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Shani
South AfricaLoved
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 27 July 2023
Derek
South AfricaBooked a family room and ended up with two single rooms
Great Rangers. Food outstanding
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 July 2023
Kerry
South AfricaAt our arrival, we were advised that we were in one particular room however the room wasn't yet available and we will be advised that when we can "move" into the room. During lunch, our waiter informed us that we were now moved to another room which was not anything like the initial room we were in. There is no outside patio to sit at and watch the resident animals. We weren't to happy about this. Breakfast selection: The only issue I experienced is that the waiter was not clear on that fact that we could choose from the cold and hot breakfast selection. By the time we realised we could order from the cold selection, there was no pastries available.
Game Drive with Louis was great. Informative and eager to find animal sightings for us. Hot water bottle was a warm welcome on our chilly early morning drive. Breakfast, lunch and dinner selection was great and will meet most requirements.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Joubert
South AfricaThey did not coordinate our meals with dinner, so my steak was cold.
Excellent
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 7 July 2023
Peentz
South Africanothing
The stay was excellent peace full and relaxing. The wild so close was very exiting and the staff and stay was exceptional as it was our 30th anevarsity and my wife's 60th Birthday. The honeymoon suite was given without our knowing it and it was a BIG surprise and we were spoiled with Blessing sentimental messages and chocolates too.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 7 July 2023
Suzanne
South AfricaNothing bad to say
It’s beautiful and the rooms are nice and big!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 27 June 2023
Debbie
South AfricaThe beds could have been more comfortable.
The breakfasts were amazing, lovely fresh fruit and a good selection. Pastries were delicious! Game drives were great, guide very informative. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Great atmosphere Rooms were clean, everything worked.
Stayed in June 2023
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