Hole in the Wall, Umthombe District, Mquanduli, 5082 KuGqangushe, 5080 Coffee Bay, South Africa
#5 of 8 Holiday rentals in Coffee Bay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 67 hotel reviews
6.8Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Location
8.7
Facilities
6.8
Staff
7.4
Value for money
7.3
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Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Pelonomi
South AfricaThe bathing water was brown The house not soo clean, white sheets will do Wi-Fi password was not availed immediately after checking in
Spasxious with lot of potential
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Nicolene
South Africa1)Noisy Nabors 2)grown-ups by kids play ground 3) TV not working 4) No tab, had to swipe or pay cash every time
1)Sea view 2) Friendly staff 3) Spacious rooms 4) braai on deck
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Yivani
South AfricaThe DSTV was not paid so we did not have TV the whole weekend.
It was what we expected as a family, very clean and functional for our activities and it is near all the intertaining facilities
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Adam
South AfricaThe toilet in the one bathroom did not work. The one fridge did not work. We put all our stuff in it only to realize it wasn't getting cold. No towels were provided.
Was an amazing experience. Absolutely amazing views and staff at reception were really helpful.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Dominique
United KingdomBetter information about the facilities - i.e. only electric stove, no gas facilities. Geyser kept tripping the electricity
Great location in the hotel grounds, the house is well laid out and adequately equipped.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Venter
South AfricaThe prices of items sold at shop.
Get fans ..
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 14 January 2023
Ingrid
South AfricaPerhaps more attention to detail wrt accommodation. Maintenance and upgrades required.
Scenery was spectacular. Walks to Hole in the Wall amazing. Locals and staff were friendly.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2023
Lisa
South AfricaThe house was not clean when we got there. There were dirty dishes all over and some left over food on the kitchen counter. The bins were also food and the water that was supposed to be provided was not there. No one came to tell us about the water situation. All in all we had no drinking water.
I liked that the house was big enough to accommodate all of us. And the house had everything we needed.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 23 December 2022
Peregrine
South AfricaThe braai (weber) wasn't functioning well: Lid was bend, no tray for the ash, no handle to move the braai. The stoep area wasn't very clean on arrival (lots of small papers, bones and plastic lying around the dustbin. Two wooden table-benches. Both need some varnish. One of the seats were completely broken. The big knives to cut meat or bread were all broken or blunt. Although one could see the cutlery was washed at some point, it was greasy to the extent that we had to wash all of it before we could use it. There were only two wine glasses of which one was chipped... Mix 'n match of cooldrink and beer glasses. One of the beds in one of the top bedrooms had dirty linen on our arrival. We had no water on the last two days to shower or bath or flush the toilets. However, that was a complex issue, since no one had water. Luckily the Jo-Jo tank had some rain water, which we could use to wash the dishes and flush the toilet.
Beautiful view. The cleaning lady was very friendly and came in every morning. She did a fantastic job! The washing machine as a bonus. Enough freezer and refrigerator space.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 16 October 2022
Arno
South AfricaUberkei is a bit run down. The place needs urgent attention. A number of doors were broken previously - looks as if it was kicked open. It needs a good cleaning. Cutlery was not complete. Glasses odd numbers, most probably broken, not enough to pour 3 glasses of wine or drinks.
Location. Close to the beach and hole in the wall. Restaurant had very good service and meals were great.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 27 April 2022
Bongezwa
South AfricaNo facilities for wheelchairs
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 21 April 2022
Thandolwenkosi
South AfricaThe lies!!! Misleading advertising. It was not what we actually signed up for
There was enough space for 10 guests
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 5 January 2022
Sinalo96
South AfricaWe had to use one shower at a time as they were not working well
The location was great. We did not get any breakfast as it was self catering.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 23 December 2021
Flanagan
South AfricaReally uncomfortable beds! The general infrastructure at the resort is in need of attention.
The view! Friendly and helpful staff. The spa at the resort was very good and the pool area was clean and comfortable. The beach towards Hole in the Wall was perfect! The resort was quite busy but it was peaceful and quiet up at the house.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 17 December 2021
John
South AfricaNothing
Safe position inside a gated area. On the beach. Shop very close.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 28 November 2021
Samantha
South AfricaNo microwave, broken windows in the lounge and the broken bathroom door
Space of the property and security
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Jasmin
South AfricaMy unit I stayed at was old ,musty smelling,damp walls,tv not working ,bathroom had no ventilation ie no windows This unit needs a serious revamp
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Ahmed
South AfricaWater was brown could not bath or shower
Perfect location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Bongezwa
South AfricaThe Sea view cottage needs to be refurbished. The furniture is old, it's not clean, the TV never works... The showers are so dirty, the stove is broken, the sliding doors are not clean. The sofas are dirty and worn off, they are begining to fall in. I really love this place. I just wish it was better taken care of. Also, there is no WiFi. MTN network works... So it would have been amazing to have WiFi connection. The WiFi part is not a must, but all the other things are really so basic and it's disapointing. I wish better facilities were offered. very uncomfortable stay.
I love booking this place, every year I do it. The scenery from the cottages is amazing. However I was disaapointed by the conditions of the cottage. So it might be the last time booking it.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Ngcobo
South AfricaPlace was not clean, it smelled of burnt cooking oil and the floor was sticky, some of their shower tabs are not working, there were no bath towels provided, curtain are torn, 1st bedroom sliding door doesn't close, the receptionist wasn't friendly at all
The location was great
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Mtyide
South AfricaNothing
It was horrible. Given the wrong room. No towels no blankets. Bathroom was dirty. Receptionist were not helpful at all.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 March 2023
Baynes
South AfricaEverything was perfect
The peace the kids are safe i just love that place and will always book there
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Rene
South AfricaBroken front sliding door. Got locked out the unit as the latch inside drops whem you close the door. Water interuptions. Bed was very uncomfortable. No fans in the house. Desperately needs a good paint. House was dusty and felt dirty. Water was dirty.
Space
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 28 December 2022
Shantereller
South AfricaAlmost everything was disappointing. The roads were terrible, throughout the day the water was gone, the prices of everything was ridiculously high, the games in the unit were from the 90's,the cutlery and crockery were extremely old and not well looked after. The pool boy spent 2 and a half hours cleaning the pool on the only day the sun happened to be shining, absolutely disappointed to have travelled so far and have to drive 2 and a half hours on the worst roads in South Africa. Definitely not worth the price I paid and wouldn't recommend any friends and family to book in.
The view was very nice
Stayed in December 2022
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