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Reviews of Old Mac Daddy

112 Valley Road, 7160 Botrivier, South Africa

#11 of 14 hotels in Botrivier

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 196 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    6.7

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights

    access to the accommodation, the walk is great but I would recommmend including a quad bike in the rental to get to and from accommodation for guests who dont have 4x4 transport

    The seclusion and beauty

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Very nice but expensive.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The cost of things - the price for the tented camp and units in general are very expensive. The price for some of the activities are just not justified.

    The breakfast was excellent and the tented camp was excellent. We loved the restaurant and the play area for the kids, especially the service of keeping the kids busy when we had our meals.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Only downside is the internet / wifi was non-existent

    Was a fun weekend for the whole family

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    9.0
    Great accommodation with lovely mountain views
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Daddy's Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi is terrible and there is no cell phone reception which is good if you want kids off their screens but bad for everything else.

    Beautiful location in the mountains surrounded by apple orchards. Very basic but tasteful accommodation with magnificent views. All the food was decent but don't expect gourmet or anything amazing. Overall we really loved this place and would definately go again.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    8.0
    to improve restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 1 night

    restaurant is very slow, food in restaurant 3 from 5

    Beatiful view, ncie beach

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    9.0
    frikkin awesome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our only not so nice experience was the activities on offer - we bought free passes for us and the kids. Most of the activities were unmanned (archery) or not available (zorbing). We didn't really feel that we got what we paid for, next time I would rather just pay for something that I have booked in advance, than go for an all access pass.

    Not our first stay at Old Mac Daddy - My wife and I have previously "run away" from our home in Grabouw to have a romantic break away at Daddy's Hide Away, a mid week beak in Birdie, the Airstream and for a birthday break away in December at Daddys Den. We Loved all three and this year we will be back again for some relaxation and chill time As always, the staff feels like family, our accommodation was clean and we had everything that we needed. Breakfast (included in the booking) was simply lovely and the view from Daddy's Den in the day and evening is spectacular! Even on a scorching Overberg day, our tented campsite felt cool For us, OMD is home away from home we love you guys!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Needing a bit of maintenance and a touch up after running for a few years. All the hallmarks of a magic destination but the pricing means guests expect top class. The staff and location is incredible but infrastructure is needing a bit of extra love and cleaning.

    An incredible location and a really novel concept.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved our stay such a fantastic holiday but there were certain areas that lacked attention to detail. We don’t want to be over critical but we love the place and we care but here are a few Cleanliness - not tidying up in the main communal areas, eg: cigarette butts in kids area in the barn, dirty tables by the table tennis, beach bar just so untidy Zen Spa - I had a beautiful massage and afterwards no water was offered and when I looked in the room there was a jug which was empty with 2 glasses so just missing that touch

    Beautiful location with so much to do that we never had to leave. Kiddie heaven with all the facilities.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    Joyous family holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The trailers are looking a bit tired.

    Excellent location. Fun design

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    7.0
    It was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Daddy's Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no hot water and no way to communicate with reception

    The activities for the children were amazing

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    9.0
    Best place for families to enjoy nature, unwind and relax. A very different holiday experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The beds in the airstreams were not that comfortable.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, it was 4 days of bliss and relaxation! The children were free to roam and make friends in a very open environment with so many things to keep them busy. The views from the balconies were beautiful and made you feel like you were one with nature. The 'beach' was a hit, from fishing to kayaking, to lazing in the sun with a cocktail. Every item we ordered from the menu at the restaurant was superb. Quad biking in the mountains was another great experience.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    8.0
    A fun and quirky place to stay with lots of activities and great views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Trailer
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast could have included some healthier options. Some fresh fruits and variety would have been preferred.

    The hotel staff were very friendly and the views are great. Some of the trailers have a better configuration than others but they were flexible and supported us in choosing ones that we liked (view and decor). Enjoyed our stay here - a great location for children as there are lots of activities.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beat location, excellent staff, r NB fc xx x

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    9.0
    Highly recommended for family quality time!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, just excellent!

    Superfriendly, helpful, cosy,…! They really made the best of the whole place! Such choice of activities, and still growing. Massive respect to the staff, how they rebuilt the place after suffering damage during a major storm last month. You almost cant see any remaining damage. What a team!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    9.0
    Great place to unwind and relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the location of the unit. Close enough to the amenities but felt private and secluded

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful place. A pity we did not have the time to explore all of it. We wll be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The wifi was intermittent, mostly during loadshedding. There is scope to add alternative power solutions to ensure it remains stable throughout the day.

    There were more rooms and beds available than expected which was a bonus for my group. Breakfast options were great. A very beautiful and tranquil environment.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    9.0
    The kitchen staff, went out of their way to accommodate us with the breakfast time due to our event.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Trailer
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bed had a footpost and my husband is tall, he wasn't very comfortable with the footpost at his feet the entire night. But not unbearable.

    The Barn's supper was absolutely out of this world delicious. The Units are more than we expected, very spacious and interesting. We loved the beach by the dam and all the comfortable seating. Lovely

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    7.0
    Beautiful creative endeavour in magical part of the world. Great to explore the Elgin area from.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 1 night

    The locks in both our units were not working. It seems a bit of maintenance might be required.

    Location is magical. Idea is beautiful and wonderful for people with youngish kids. Staff are in credible, friendly, helpful and just generally a pleasure.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2023

    9.0
    We had a really good time, thank you very much!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 1 night

    This was the perfect mid-week breakaway. The staff was very friendly and helpful and made us feel at home. The accommodation was beautiful, comfortable and spotlessly clean. We would definitely go back. Wish we could have stayrd another night. 1 night is not enough to enjoy the full experience.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    9.0
    Amazing, thanks to the team in the kitchen, and the beach bar so super friendly and helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 1 night

    I would like them to invest in heated pool or hot tub, this will keep me coming and booking stays at OMD all year round :)

    We stay quite regularly at OMD, at least 3 times a year and visit them at least an additional 5 times a year as a day visitor. SO not sure what more to add i have mentioned this in previous reviews, really great place.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Felt the breakfast could have more variety

    Friendly staff, comfortable bedding

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    7.0
    a very special experience and wonderful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no self catering, over priced restaurant

    location, child friendly

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Trailer
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was just very uncomfortable. Otherwise it was great.

    Great stay, friendly staff. Not the most todler friendly walk ways, but was nice stay.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The double bed in daddys den is not comfortable at all.

    Stayed in March 2023

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