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Reviews of Leeuwenbosch Shearers Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Amakhala Game Reserve, 6187 Buyskloof, South Africa

#2 of 2 hotels in Buyskloof

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Review Score

Based on 82 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free Wifi

    5.0

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  • Reviewed: April 15, 2025

    10
    It was perfect ! Amazing place enhanced by the best staff . Normande and Hein made it so special for us .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved everything …faultless !

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2025

    9.0
    Very enjoyable stay - loved our first game drive experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Handover from initial check in to room allocation seemed a little unstructured. Lodges are very close to each other so not particularly private. Rooms were very dark.

    Lovely room with nice outside space with excellent views. Beds were comfortable. Good bathroom with excellent shower and bath. Nice pool area. Quaint bar for pre-dinner drinks and excellent meals with friendly staff in a traditional setting. Good breakfast options. We booked our game drives separately and these were very enjoyable and included a good lunch. Interesting to meet other guests at breakfast and dinner to learn from their experiences and knowledge of the area.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2025

    9.0
    We had a wonderful time as a family - can only recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beds creaking quite a bit, pool could've been a bit cleaner but overall only small things.

    Wonderful staff, amazing location, excellent food and great game drives.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The noise from road

    Everything

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2025

    10
    Would LOVE to return one day.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The pool was a bit green (disappointing) but swimmable

    virtually everything!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    10
    Lovely place, highly recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    This is a beautiful place, a historic old farmhouse in a lovely garden with warthogs, zebra, birds and even a little chapel. It feels like going back in time! The staff are lovely, the food is excellent and the game drives superb!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2025

    10
    Incredible
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything about the farm was amazing, food, service the room e erything.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was very kind. They pampered us with welcome drinks, flowers in the room, and delicious dishes. The game drive was perfect—we managed to see the Big Five and much more, with lots of interesting explanations and stories. The colonial-style rooms made it feel like stepping into another era. Everything was perfect. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    How short our stay was!!!!

    The whole team were amazing and it felt like one big family- nothing was too much!! The rangers were very knowledgeable, and communicated expertly with one another to ensure you had the best chance of sightings. The reserve has grown significantly since my last visit 14years ago and remains as beautiful as I remembered. The rooms were super comfy, with huge beds and modernised bathrooms. The pool area was lovely, overlooking the reserve with frequent wildlife visitors, making for a great refreshing dip between game drives. The food was delicious! We couldn’t fault it and can’t wait to come back.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2024

    8.0
    Really great value for money staff really great
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Really nicley appointed very friendly

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2024

    10
    Short stay with our family, with fantastic game drives. Great breakfast and dinners included. Perfect for a non-Kruger o
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, everything (really!) was perfect for a family stay.

    Absolutely beautiful farm with large garden. Very easy to reach (right off the N2). Great game drives and very friendly staff.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stunning old style accommodation.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: December 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice staff! Room was beautiful but could use an AC. Food was exceptional and the whole property was well taken care of. Game Drives (additional cost) were also great. Molly our Ranger was very welcoming and we had a great time.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2024

    8.0
    What a beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room in Shearers Lodge needs some refurbishing, paint, carpet. Furniture a bit scarse.

    Former classic farm location very nicely transformed into guesthouse. Beautiful gardens with entertaining animals visiting.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2024

    9.0
    A sheer delight.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The shower head in room 2 could be better. The bath also seems to leak when the water drains.

    The staff were really friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious and well presented. We enjoyed the bar area and meeting people around the dinner table.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    10
    Would really recommend this lodge for anyone wanting a bit of Africa. It has everything going for it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    We loved everything. Ideal location, very friendly staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    10
    Nice days away from everyday life
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    It was a wonderful stay,,only to short. the staff has fulfilled you every wish. The game drives was excellent the Ranger hat a great knowledge.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2024

    8.0
    Great stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great food. The game drive was excellent

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2024

    10
    Fabulous, Highly recommendation to anyone must go there
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    NONE

    We planned going to the Amakhala Woodbury Lodge on next day. We decided to stay at Leeuwenbosch for one night as it was 5 minutes to drive to Woodbury Lodge. We were very impressive with Leeuwenbosch because it was so beautiful and enjoyed our one night staying at Leeuwenbosch - everything were met our needs. We are highly recommendation to anyone must go there! Staff is so friendly and warm host to our check in. We would love to come back here again in the future. Luke & Jackie from Bury, England

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2024

    10
    A truly wonderful experience which surpassed every expectation I could have had!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Air conditioning would be nice but the fan was sufficient considering it was cooler.

    We loved the setting, the accommodation, the food, the staff, the game drive and absolutely everything (including the lack of load shedding).

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 10, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No curtain on our room door which was glass and opened to outside.

    Comfortable beds, and large room. The food was amazing. Staff were lovely and the grounds were beautiful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2024

    10
    Best stay on our Garden Route holiday!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Loved this place ,like home from home,highlight of our holiday. Fantastic food served with other people there ,making it very sociable. Great game drive ,unfortunately the weather wasn’t good to us that day but Blankets and ponchos are provided ,very comfortable and saw all the big 5 . Thankyou so much Nomonde for our wonderful stay !

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2023

    9.0
    Authentic accommodation with early 20th century charm.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Great staff and rustic location. Felt very authentic and the locals staying there were great to speak with, overall an amazing experience.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very happy with our stay

    Good meals and friendly accommodating staff. Very comfortable relaxing and welcoming environment

    Stayed in December 2023

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