Shepherds Tree, Pilanesberg Game Reserve, 0300 Pilanesberg, South Africa
#3 of 10 hotels in Pilanesberg
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1141 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: June 29, 2023
Flavio
BrazilI 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: June 28, 2023
Bryan
South AfricaGetting charged for cool drinks and juice when it was full board. Food was good.
Luxury and staff were amazing
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 28, 2023
John
South AfricaMeal intervals are closely spaced
Friendly staff, knowledgeable ranger, great food
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 26, 2023
Naude
South AfricaEverything 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: June 26, 2023
Lynnette
South AfricaThe food was excellent. Every dish looked so nice and the veriaty was very good
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 26, 2023
Raziya
South Africa-
The hospitality was great, very friendly and accommodating staff, lovely room and game drives.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 24, 2023
Katrien
BelgiumEten, game drives, kamers...alles was top!!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 23, 2023
Annemarie
South AfricaI 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: June 23, 2023
Amanda
BrazilIt 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: June 22, 2023
Khathutshelo
South AfricaEverything 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: June 22, 2023
Fiona
South AfricaNothing
What is NOT to like..SUPERB
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 22, 2023
Sinah
South AfricaNothing
Tranquility,neatness and food
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 21, 2023
Peter
South Africaneed more animals in pilansberg
Overall excellent experience..great staff and,service, brilliant modern facilities, knowledgeable ranger, delicious food
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 21, 2023
Maryke
South AfricaThe 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: June 21, 2023
I-ling
South AfricaEverything 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: June 19, 2023
Ockert
South AfricaNothing - 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: June 19, 2023
Wayne
South AfricaI 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: June 18, 2023
Ronel
South AfricaWe loved everything!
Everything! The food was outstanding. The room was spacious and neat. The staff was phenomenal!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 17, 2023
Roland
South AfricaThe service and food were unsurpassed.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 16, 2023
Thuso
South AfricaStaff 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: June 12, 2023
Röll
SwitzerlandNice 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: June 10, 2023
Kayvdberg
United KingdomThe 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: June 9, 2023
Riedel
Denmarkwell… 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: June 7, 2023
Kashmira
South AfricaWish 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: June 6, 2023
Aífe
IrelandNothing. 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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