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Shepherds Tree, Pilanesberg Game Reserve, 0300 Pilanesberg, South Africa

#3 of 10 hotels in Pilanesberg

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1141 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    10
    One word: Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything 😊

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    9.0
    Excellent, besides the inadequacy with regards to our ranger.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Game ranger was not the best I’ve had. Did not introduce himself once and he could not control his rowdy guests. He also lacked enthusiasm

    Food is of excellent quality Executive suite well furnished Friendly staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    10
    Serenity at its best
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The lodge is beautiful and is peaceful. The rooms are exquisite, comfortable and clean. The lounge area is beautiful and serene. The menu was also great. The surprise bubbles with a hot bath & candles setup in celebration of our wedding anniversary was a cherry on top👌

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beverages were expensive

    The food and game drives were awesome

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    10
    Wonderful hotel, great safari drives.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We ordered some beers late night in saturday but it did not arrive (we cancelled later). But this is something that does not change the experience at all, I'll keep it a 10.

    Everything was properly arranged, we had no problems at all with everything. We had two great safari drives (we managed to see all big5), excelent lunch, breakfast and a very good bonfire braai with local music. Staff very friendly, everything well prepared and organized, would defintely come back again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    10
    Beautiful lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved this property, most beautiful rooms, friendly staff and fantastic food! Two game drives per day was included. Will stay here again!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    Luxury in the bush
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Shepherds Tree is a true luxury bush experience. I loved the plunge pool in our private chalet and the outdoor shower is a great.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    Must visit lodge.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was lovely but food was not the same quality as with a previous visit. Yet still tasty. A sensor light outside during night time was disturbing our sleep.

    Game drive pleasant and the ranger gave lots of information.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Has been my 6tg time at Shepherd’s. Renovations/maintenance in room seems very very sloppy and unneat for a top 5 star property. I toof photos for example pf paintwork in bathroom. It is sad to see how things just ‚‘worsten‘ and deteriorate ? Game drives were VERY VERY unpleasant. Felt like a race from one viewing to the next and then is the visual like 1 out of 5. Think it is vital that for us as South Africans also get the same attention us the overseas guests.

    Waonderful staff Great food

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    8.0
    Love going here , hope they freshen things up before we go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's getting tired, need paint and maintenance

    Always good friendliness

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no drinks included with meals and the water is rather expensive. I would appreciate some water even if other drinks need to be paid for.

    Very welcoming staff who went out of their way to make us comfortable. They included special surprises as this was our honeymoon. The view from the room is unbelievable.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay at Shepherd's Tree was amazing. The staff were so friendly and organised a surprise suit and romantic turn down for us. The food was great, the game drives were fantastic and the rooms were clean, comfortable, well stocked and had breathtaking views!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is incredible! So attentive, kind and sweet. Always willing to help and assist with anything. The food was exceptional and so were the facilities. Perfectly cleaned rooms, beautiful location. But the biggest highlight for us was our ranger for the game drives, Oratile Junior. The sweetest and kindest guy! He showed us the pilanesberg national park with so much knowledge, passion and excitement for the animals and the habitat that we couldn’t not fall in love with Shepherds Tree Game Reserve!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    10
    Tristan Shepherds Tree Review
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful from start to finish! The food was top class. Answer, our tour guide was really informative and knowledgeable!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A great stay!! Staff are friendly and helpful. High standards across the board from food to service and comfort. Thanks!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    9.0
    Comfortable Bush break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some fixtures need attention. Loose toilet in the room, toilet door could not close and loose toilet roll holders in common bathrooms.

    Lovely location, friendly staff, comfortable and clean. Fantastic bush/animal experiences.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    9.0
    Wait until last minute booking for dirt cheap stays
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The first ranger was so busy calling in the wildlife we were spotting on his radio to his colleagues that it distracted his driving, and he told us zero information about the wildlife. Fires everywhere, and on my last drive, the ranger (Piet) wasted 1 hour driving through still burning areas, where no wildlife hangs around in. Then when we saw 4 lions, we spent less than 1 minute viewing as he said we ran out of time. Not impressed.

    Food excellent and so much of it. The bed was huge and all the amenities were excellent in the room. Golf buggies very helpful with luggage.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    Amazing safary experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we had to leave

    Beautiful and new design, excellent food, pampering with food all day, cordial and charming staff, the animals come close to the hotel, the safari trips are wonderful

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    9.0
    Stylish accommodation set in the bush with superb food
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing. But just a warning you can't phone out except through wifi (what's app call)

    all meals were superb, very tasty served in class. the plating was good and the choices spread. I don't eat meat but enjoy fish and I had 8 different kinds of fish in the 2 days there. My Italian friends loved the red meat and one duck dish

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    9.0
    We will definitely be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We almost did not book because the pictures made the place look too modern, not what we look for in a game lodge. In fact the buildings blend really well into the surrounding bush. Our only issue would be the dining room, which feels cold and impersonal.

    The lodge is excellent, easy to access. The game drives and the bush walk were excellent, and the staff are all top notch (including chef). Excellent rooms too, very well designed so you feel on your own.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    Truly a 5 star experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Amazing service, accommodation and game drives. Staff were attentive and food was amazing.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    8.0
    A great getaway from the madness around you
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind

    Location and meals offered. Enjoyed the Boma experience

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2023

    10
    It was comfortable , the Food was amazing and the rooms were comfy .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Amenities, the rooms and the food.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic staff and value for money for a safari!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    That we didn't stay longer!

    The staff went above and beyond to make our stay special during our honeymoon.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was outstanding, but the risotto which appeared on 2 or three menu items was dry and like glue. The food still rates 5 stars otherwise!

    Everything! The staff were friendly, helpful send responsive to our needs. Our bath did not have cold water and this was sorted within an hour of reporting it. The panko prawns were heavenly!

    Stayed in August 2023

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