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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: 29 June 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful hotel and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I knew that they didn’t have beverages included in the package, but not having water available on the breakfast was a let down for me. Also, the shower being outside because it was really cold - bathtub doesn’t have shower in it.

    The stay was amazing, the staff was super friendly and Sidney, our ranger, was the best ever. Room was super comfort and the view was beautiful. Food was also really good and they had a kids menu for those that are picky eaters.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Getting charged for cool drinks and juice when it was full board. Food was good.

    Luxury and staff were amazing

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    10
    Wonderful, restful and fun. We had a great time with family in the bush and felt very “looked after”
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Meal intervals are closely spaced

    Friendly staff, knowledgeable ranger, great food

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect!

    Everything was amazing and exceeded our expectations. The food was incredible and all the staff was proffesional and very friendly. Our game ranger ( Never ) was amazing and had extensive knowledge of the game and he made sure we had some great sightings!!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    If you want to be treated in every way....go to shepherds tree
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was excellent. Every dish looked so nice and the veriaty was very good

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    The hospitality was great, very friendly and accommodating staff, lovely room and game drives.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Eten, game drives, kamers...alles was top!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

    9.0
    It was a great South African Luxury Bush experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I can't find anything to fault them on. The only irritating thing was other guests that was not on time for the game drives and made the entire vehicle start the drive late. I would suggest a "you snooze you loose" policy.

    The overall experience was lovely. The food was great, we got breakfast, lunch and dinner and it was very tasty with good portions. Our Safari Game Drives was awesome, we had the best guide and he did his best to show us all the animals we wanted to see. The overall drives was great and we enjoyed the full Bush experience!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

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

    It was a great stay. Large room with a beautiful view. The breakfast was varied and very good. Our game ranger Sydney was very attentive and did everything so we could see as many animals as possible.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

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

    Everything from the reception, the cleanness of the rooms, location , the food and game drives . We really had a great time there. Excellent service

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

    10
    Will we be returning??? Without a DOUBT
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    What is NOT to like..SUPERB

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2023

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

    Nothing

    Tranquility,neatness and food

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

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

    need more animals in pilansberg

    Overall excellent experience..great staff and,service, brilliant modern facilities, knowledgeable ranger, delicious food

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

    10
    Everything, from the staff to the facilities, was exceptional.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The desserts can maybe be better.

    The wifi reception was good. The Starters and Main courses were delicious The guide (Never) was very informative and a pleasure to have as a guide. The accommodation was beautiful and comfortable It was a very good experience

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

    8.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was great to ensure comfort, but little maintenance in the rooms and public area could use some attention.

    The game guides were very knowledgeable which made the experience of exploring Pilanesberg. The general hotel team was good at attending to one's needs for comfort.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    9.0
    Absolutely fantastic break with exceptional food, game drives and 5 star plus service!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing - if I want to try and find something, maybe they should consider investing in a small library of books for guests to read during the day between activities.

    Rooms are fantastic and super comfortable. Personal touches on first evening welcoming drink, valet services and champagne in room shows of exceptional level of service. The food and service is outstanding and worthy of the 5 star rating. Personnel all very friendly and helpful with a smile and nothing is too much trouble. Game drives a pleasure and guides extremely knowledgeable and animals and the surrounding. Definitely worth a visit!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    9.0
    We will definitely like to go back if we can afford to
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I cannot think of anything as we had a great experience

    The food was fantastic and great options to choose from. Our game diver Answer was fantastic sharing his reference of nature to how it reflects with the communities and other.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    10
    It was the most relaxing break away in years!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We loved everything!

    Everything! The food was outstanding. The room was spacious and neat. The staff was phenomenal!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

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

    The service and food were unsurpassed.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    10
    Great location, good food, pool area exceptional, very energetic and caring staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff was extremely welcoming. Great location and under 2 hours drive from Johannesburg. The rooms and services provided was top class. This was a great escape in celebrating my Wife`s Birthday and the staff went all out to make our stay memorable. Planning to bring our kids during our next visit.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    10
    Peaceful and quiet stay surrounded by pure nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice food and friendly staff. Never our tour guide did an amazing job to show and explain us the animals of the African Bush. Definitely worth going there another time!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

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

    The friendly accommodating staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and special. Chef Rebecca made the most delicious food. Large bull elephant drinking at the water hole right next to the bar and restaurant was awesome.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    10
    just a real good experience
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    well… nothing.

    Pretty much everything. such a nice getaway from JoBurg. Stayed for one night and saw a lot except 🦁. Great staff and great rooms as well.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

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

    Wish there was a heated pool especially in the cold winter months

    Staff are so friendly!! Massages were good!! The wake up calls Food included inn packages

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2023

    10
    Amazing place to stay. Incredible staff, food and safari drives. Couldn’t recommend it enough.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Genuinely couldn’t fault it.

    Amazing! The hotel itself was lovely and the rooms were perfect…really spacious and clean. Outdoor shower was a really nice feature. The food was lovely and there was plenty of it! you will not go hungry. Our safari driver Sydney was incredible. So knowledgable and made sure we had a such a fun time. We saw 4 out of the big 5 which was amazing. The staff were unbelievably helpful. They couldn’t do enough for you and were so so kind. The spa was also amazing and worth booking into for some treatments.

    Stayed in June 2023

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