Towards Golela/Swaziland border post, 3710 Pongola Game Reserve, South Africa
#2 of 4 hotels in Pongola Game Reserve
Guests' ChoiceBased on 242 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 May 2022
Van
South AfricaWe had no milk in the Chalet and only one glass
We enjoy the view and the friendly staff
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 3 May 2022
Rethabile
South AfricaEverything
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 3 May 2022
Rethabile
South AfricaEverything
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 3 May 2022
Maura
South AfricaNothing
The view from the cottage was stunning, very beautiful sunrises with the lake ( full!) and the rage in the back. Happy Birds concert and wildlife around the cottage. Loved breakfast with granola fruits and yogurt, dinners were delicious and the braai on Saturday night was a nice moment around the fire.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 2 May 2022
Deon
South AfricaPoor planning with allocation of room.
Views great, meals very good friendly staff.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 6 April 2022
Lynn
South AfricaWas happy
Stunning location and homely cooked meals. Helpful and friendly staff. Good access to dam.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 4 April 2022
Thembisa
South AfricaThe food was amazing, the staff was so friendly and professional, the rooms were clean, comfortable and private. It met my expectation and beyond. We had an amazing time, I am still visualizing the indigenous plants and gardens everywhere the eye wonders...
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 18 March 2022
Rick
United KingdomWonderful staff, superb views and beautiful gardens. Rooms were spacious, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 5 March 2022
Claire
United KingdomEverything here was perfect ! The accomadation , staff , food facilities all amazing !! Would highly recommend!!!
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 15 February 2022
Vivianne
United KingdomAll good.
Unique accommodation in beautiful grounds. Delicious food in exceptional setting.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 14 February 2022
Mariska
South AfricaOur stay was to short
The staff and food was amazing. Lucky were amazing on our boat cruise. Fishing was great to just had a bad day did not catch anything 🙃 weather was so lovely 😊 STAFF WENT OUT OF THERE WAY FOR US!
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 19 January 2022
Jaun-pierre
South Africanothing I didn't like, perhaps a couple of sports channels on television for when it's raining
location and venue
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 17 January 2022
Tana
South AfricaMy family and I absolutely loved Shayamoya. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. The family room was beautiful and we loved the outside shower. We took the boat cruise and enjoyed ourselves. We saw tons of animals such as elephants, rhinos, lots of different bucks, crocodiles,zebras, giraffe and more. Lucky our guide was lovely and was excellent at spotting the animals. The views from the dining area/ lobby are absolutely stunning and the food was delicious; from the braai to the signature oxtail. We would definitely go back to Shayamoya.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 13 January 2022
Claude
South AfricaService a bit slow. But understandible. Take Note above. Understanding what covid regulations havd done to busines. We believe Shayamoya must have been one of the best places to visit. But now needs some attention.
Although we noticed it was very short staffed and That they had to do everything. The staff we met were fantastic. Food and accommodation was also good.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 13 January 2022
Karin
South AfricaNothing
Loved the view, the outside shower, the beautiful indigenous gardens and the delicious meals
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 10 January 2022
Billy
South AfricaBeautiful private chalets, we stayed in the family chalet - really spacious ideal for larger family. The breakfast & dinner was amazing along with all the staff.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 27 December 2021
Pieter
ZambiaWe enjoyed everything.
Game drive was fantastic.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 26 December 2021
Sinenjabulo
South AfricaNothing
Everything
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 24 December 2021
Sonika
South AfricaEverything. From the spacious room with nice privacy. To the nice restaurant with very nice food. The kids also loved this place.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 17 December 2021
Beate
GermanyThe personnel was extremely friendly and well trained. The atmosphere was welcoming and friendly. Enjoyable stay!!
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 22 November 2021
Frederic
South AfricaNothing.... everything was perfect!!!
Friendly staff.....stunningly beautiful rooms, exceptional location.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 8 November 2021
Frederic
South AfricaNothing. Everything was amazing!!!😎👍
Professionalism from the start👍easy to book..... and glad its also not far from PIET RETIEF.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 5 November 2021
Antje
Germanyit is all wonderful
everything -just my favourite place to stay !! I love the people , the accomodation and the food !!
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 1 November 2021
Farai
South AfricaEverything was beyond perfect..Perfect escape. Thanks to the team
Stayed in August 2021
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