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Hornbill Lodge and Legends Restaurant

Review Summary

3.9 out of 5from 84 reviews for Hornbill Lodge and Legends Restaurant
Cleanliness
3.8/5
Service
4.1/5
Location
3.9/5
Safety
4.0/5
Value for money
3.8/5
Kefiloe M - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kefiloe M
Family with young children

Fantastic.

Beautiful place to visit with family and friends.

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Wade J - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Wade J
With spouse/partner

Peaceful, welcoming.

Very peaceful and serene place. Excellent location for nature and close to lots of activities. Must compliment the friendly and welcoming attitudes that made the experience one of a kind.

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Tinus K - Jun 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Tinus K
With spouse/partner

Dit was glad nie wat die advertensie sê nie.

TV het nie gewerk nie. Wifi het nie gewerk nie. Geen netwerkopvangs daar nie. Ontbyt was smaakloos. Die plek het geen maar geen gemak gehad nie. Plek buite kort skoonmaak. Swembaddens was grasgroen. Nee, nooit sal ek hul aanbeveel nie. Nie die geld werd wat ons betaal het nie.

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It wasn't what the ad said at all.

TV didn't work. Wifi didn't work. No network capture there. Breakfast was tasteless. The place had no but no comfort. Place outside short cleaning. Swimming pools were grass green. No, I would never recommend them. Not worth the money we paid.

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We are sad to hear you did not enjoy your time with us, always welcome feedback to help us to improve.

I am a bit confused as you say the TV and Wi-Fi and Cellphone signal did not work.

Your decoder did get stuck after the switchover from our generator back to Eskom, but once you notified us of this, we came to reset the decoder and it was back on in under 10 minutes.

Unfortunately, this does sometimes happen, as I am sure that you know if you have DStv at your home, but the TV most definitely is working as is the DStv after the reset.

I have no idea what you mean by the Wi-Fi not working as we do not have or offer Wi-Fi, I can only assume that it was your own Wi-Fi that did not work, unfortunately as well as the cell signal you would need to take up with your network provider.

Yes, unfortunately the swimming pool was a bit green as we were filling the pool and it does take a day or 2 for the HTH to get it back to blue, we apologize if you wanted to swim and should not have assumed that the cold weather would have made this the best time to add water to the pools.

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Justin G - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Justin G
With spouse/partner

Die prente wat op die blad verskyn is nie opgedateer nie.

Die onderhoud van die kamers is nie op fokus nie. Daar is uit al die braaiers net een wat nie vol gate is nie. Die kaste val uit mekaar as jy dit oop maak en die hartseer deel is die plek het soveel potensiaal. Cobie moet aandag gee.

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The maintenance of the rooms is not on focus. Out of all the braaiers, there is only one that is not full of holes. The cabinets fall apart when you open them and the sad part is the place has so much potential. Cobie needs to pay attention.

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Tanya V - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Tanya V
Individual traveler

Lekker rustig, natuur was great.

Dink die interior het bietjie van 'n update nodig. Daar is soveel potensiaal, was in honeymoon suite. Update nodig. Diens was great en alles was skoon en rustig.

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Nice and quiet, nature was great.

Think the interior needs a bit of an update. There is so much potential, was in honeymoon suite. Update needed. Service was great and everything was clean and quiet.

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Madelein J - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Madelein J
Family with teenagers

Dit was aangenaam vir 'n langnaweek.

Die plek is baie rustig en nie te ver vir 'n vinnige wegbreek nie. Daar is egter opknappingswerk nodig. Vir 'n naweek of 'n langnaweek is dit ideaal, maar vir langer verblyf is daar nie veel om te doen nie.

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It was pleasant for a long weekend.

The place is very peaceful and not too far for a quick getaway. However, renovation work is needed. For a weekend or a long weekend it is ideal, but for a longer stay there is not much to do.

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Lia O - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Lia O
With spouse/partner

Vuil, kakkerlakke, yskas is gedaan, lekkende toilette en gehawende braai.

Met aankoms was ons onvriendelik ontvang en dit het gevoel of die dametjie omtrent hardloop om die kaartmasjien te kry dat ons die uitstaande verskil moet betaal. Met aankom by die cottage was van die beddegoed vuil, braairooster opgeroes, vloere vuil en toe ek die vriesgedeelte van die yskas oopmaak val hy uitmekaar (vuil binne en kon sien hy lyk so vir 'n geruime tyd). Die toilette het plasse water om hulle en boonste een se water het deur die plankvloer in die onderste kamer gedrup. Die aand was die kombuiskaste propvol kakkerlakke. Ons het die aand maar daar gebly aangesien ons nie in die aand wou ry nie, maar het die volgende oggend ons goed gepak en eerder geld verloor en huis toe gegaan. Die foto's op die webtuiste is jare terug geneem. Dit was die mees aaklige verblyf en dis asof die eienaar van al die foute weet en maar net mense se fondse in sy sak druk en bo oor alles kyk.

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Dirt, cockroaches, fridge is done, leaking toilets and battered barbecue.

On arrival we were received unfriendly and it felt like the lady was almost running to get the card machine that we have to pay the outstanding difference. On arrival at the cottage some of the bedding was dirty, the grill was rusted up, the floors were dirty and when I opened the freezer part of the fridge it fell apart (dirty inside and could see it looked like that for quite some time). The toilets had puddles of water around them and water from the top one dripped through the plank floor into the lower room. In the evening the kitchen cupboards were full of cockroaches. We just stayed there that night as we didn't want to drive in the evening, but the next morning we packed our things and instead lost money and went home. The photos on the website were taken years ago. It was the most horrible stay and it's as if the owner knows about all the mistakes and just puts people's funds in his pocket and looks over everything.

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Dolf N - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Dolf N
With friends

Dagbesoekers het Saterdag só oorgeneem, kon glad nie naby swembad kom nie, onveilig gevoel vir vrouens om alleen badkamer toe te stap.

Badkamers ver van kampplek, badkamers glad nie op standaard, storte net gordyne, glad nie privaat nie, onveilig vir vrouens om alleen badkamer toe te gaan/stort, veral met die dagbesoekers Saterdag daar.

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Day visitors took over on Saturday, couldn't get near the pool at all, felt unsafe for women to walk to the bathroom alone.

Bathrooms far from campsite, bathrooms not up to standard at all, showers only curtains, not private at all, unsafe for women to go to the bathroom/shower alone, especially with the day visitors there on Saturday.

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Leanne T - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Leanne T
Family with young children

Baie lekker en vriendelike diens.

Baie lekker plek om met familie en vriende te kuier. Netjies en 'n mooi uitsig.

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Very nice and friendly service.

Very nice place to visit with family and friends. Neat and a nice view.

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Louise V - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Louise V
Large group

Ons kuier as familie was uitstekend, bande is verstewig en herinneringe is geskep.

Die cottage was netjies maar baie vuil mure, deure, vadoeke en komberse. Die skottelgoedwassponsie was meer as 1 keer gebruik en die afdroograk het 'n taai vetterige aanpaksel op gehad. Ek het skoonmaakmiddels gaan koop wat jik insluit. Die kombuis is nie ten volle uitgerus nie. Warmwater was vir seker 'n doodskoot. Selfs al het ons gaan vra vir warm water het die water ongeveer 1 uur na 1.5 uur geneem om so warm te word dat ons kan stort. Daar is geen kuierarea by die braai nie. Daar is wel 'n lang tafel met stoele op 'n klomp los klippe wat ons nie kon gebruik nie. Die sitkamer het nie genoeg sitplek vir 8 mense nie.

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Our visit as a family was excellent, bonds were strengthened and memories were created.

The cottage was tidy but very dirty walls, doors, dishcloths and blankets. The dishwashing sponge had been used more than once and the drying rack had a sticky greasy coating on it. I went to buy cleaning products that include jik. The kitchen is not fully equipped. Hot water was a death knell for sure. Even if we went to ask for hot water the water took about 1 hour to 1.5 hours to get hot enough for us to take a shower. There is no sitting area at the braai. There is a long table with chairs on a bunch of loose stones that we couldn't use. The living room does not have enough seating for 8 people.

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Sally Z - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Sally Z
With spouse/partner

Not four star quality. No (visible) security.

Charming, rustic garden setting and beautiful pond and grounds. Unfortunately let down by honeymoon suite. Not four star quality I expected! Walls needed repainting- stained in bathroom. Carpets and curtains shabby. No decoder available and TV aerial seemed to be non-functioning. Menu not four star and no decent wine list. No Security at the front gate - left wide open at night with no visible security guard/cameras.

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Nicole V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicole V
Family with young children

Geriewe uitstekend. Die verkeer op naby geleë pad pla baie erg veral in die aand en veral in kampeerterrein.

Die dagbesoekers moet beperk word en uitklok tyd vir dagbesoekers moet beperk word tot 17:00 aangesien langtermynbesoekers nie die geriewe ten volle kan benut op vakansiedae nie, vanweë die toeloop van dagbesoekers. Die oord was 'n gemors na Kersdag vanweë die instroming van dagbesoekers.

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Amenities excellent. The traffic on the nearby road is very annoying, especially in the evening and especially in the camping area.

The day visitors must be limited and check-out time for day visitors must be limited to 17:00 as long-term visitors cannot fully utilize the facilities on holidays, due to the influx of day visitors. The resort was a mess after Christmas Day due to the influx of day visitors.

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Nichelle S - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Nichelle S
With friends

Lekker uitspan.

Hornbill Lodge is op 'n pragtige plaas met lekker staproetes in die omgewing. Hulle is baie troeteldier vriendelik (honde) en het 'n baie mooi swembad en lekker restaurant op die perseel. Die kampterrein is so mooi- jy is omring met groot bome en voel asof jy diep in die bos is, maar omdat die kampterrein reg langs 'n baie besige pad is kan die verkeer groot geraas maak veral in die aand. Die ablusie blok vir die kampterrein is ook bietjie ongemaklik aangesien dit gedeel word met die hoofbadkamer op die perseel en mens as kampeerders dus nie regtig enige privaatheid het nie, dit is ook sowat 200 m van die terrein self. Andersins is die mense regtig baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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Nice relaxation.

Hornbill Lodge is on a beautiful farm with nice hiking trails in the area. They are very pet friendly (dogs) and have a very nice pool and nice on-site restaurant. The campsite is so beautiful you are surrounded by huge trees and feel like you are deep in the woods, but because the campsite is right next to a very busy road, traffic can make a big noise especially in the evening. The ablution block for the campsite is also a bit uncomfortable as it is shared with the main bathroom on the premises and as campers do not really have any privacy, it is also about 200 m from the site itself. Otherwise, the people are really very friendly and helpful.

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Sy G - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sy G
Family with teenagers

Excellent stay - wonderful for the four-legged pets.

Hot water all around would assist.

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with teenagers

Restful

There was almost never hot water. But the general impression was good.

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Marelize K - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marelize K
Family with young children

Stunning little place!

Swimming pool and area beautiful and enjoyable for both young and old. Camp facilities need work, but even so, what a lovely place and owners and staff are all beautiful people!

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Julie P - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Julie P
With spouse/partner

Vreeslik gaaf en goeie diens. Lieflike mense.

Ons het 'n heerlike tyd gehad en sal vir seker weer teruggaan.

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Terribly kind and great service. Lovely people.

We had a lovely time and will definitely go back again.

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Tiffany F - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tiffany F
With friends

Awesome lodge for a weekend away!

Hornbill Lodge is great for a weekend away with family or friends. The lodge is clean and provides everything you need.

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Brenda E - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Brenda E
With spouse/partner

Aangenaam.

Dit was lekker om by 'n plek te kuier waar mense nog vriendelik is en glimlag. Die kos was uit die boonste rakke. 'n Baie groot pluspunt is dat julle dierevriendelik is. Dankie, ons het 'n heerlike naweek gehad en lekker gerus by julle. Sal definitief weer 'n draai maak.

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Pleasant.

It was nice to visit a place where people are still friendly and smile. The food was top notch. A very big plus is that you are animal friendly. Thank you, we had a wonderful weekend and rested well with you. Will definitely visit again.

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Johan C - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan C
With spouse/partner

Dit was rustig, voortreflik en gerieflik.

Dit was net wat die dokter aanbeveel het. Hou vol met die uistekende diens.

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It was peaceful, exquisite and comfortable.

It was just what the doctor recommended. Keep up the excellent service.

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Chris-marie V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Chris-marie V
With spouse/partner

Dit was soos 'n droom.

Dit was ongelooflik lekker en so rustig. Baie mooi plekkie vir 'n kort naweekwegbreek. Dit is veilig genoeg dat ons die staproete 7 uur die aand kon doen en die sterre gaan kyk bo op die berg. Die honde daar is te fraai en baie vriendelik. Dit is lekker privaat as jy buiteseisoen gaan. Al slegte ding is dat daar 'n pad naby aan die lodge geleë is.

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It was like a dream.

It was incredibly nice and so peaceful. Very nice place for a short weekend break. It is safe enough that we could do the hiking trail at 7 o'clock in the evening and go see the stars at the top of the mountain. The dogs there are too beautiful and very friendly. It's nice and private if you go off season. All bad thing is that there is a road located close to the lodge.

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Jaco D - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco D
Individual traveler

Kalmerende rustigheid tussen die lowergroen plantegroei.

Eienaar Cobie het my hartlik ontvang en mens laat tuis voel. Die restaurant decor met sy kaggel is 'n omgewing waar jy ure kan deurbring, stap uit na die swembaddens is 'n ware vakansie gevoel en nuttig 'n glasie wyn op die rivier oewer is 'n moet. Die innige word gevul deur die beste disse wat voorgelê word deur Cobie junior wat hom werklik goed van sy taak kwyt. Ek sal Hornbill Lodge aanbeveel vir enige persoon vir 'n sielsontspanning.

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Calming tranquility among the lush green vegetation.

Owner Cobie received me warmly and made me feel at home. The restaurant decor with its fireplace is an environment where you can spend hours, walking out to the swimming pools is a real holiday feeling and useful a glass of wine on the river bank is a must. The interior is filled with the best dishes presented by Cobie junior who really does his job well. I would recommend Hornbill Lodge to any person for a soul retreat.

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Hlamalani Isabel B - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hlamalani Isabel B
With spouse/partner

Peaceful and quiet.

If you want to get away from your busy and hectic life, this is a great place to unwind and relax.

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Riaan J - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Riaan J
With spouse/partner

Het 'n luilekker twee nagte daar gehad.

Baie lekker Lodge in die hart van die kronkeling met vriendelike en betrokke personeel. Het die spa-behandeling ook baie geniet. Legends Restaurant bied waarde vir geld.

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Had a lazy two nights there.

Very nice Lodge in the heart of the winding with friendly and involved staff. Also really enjoyed the spa treatment. Legends Restaurant offers value for money.

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Calvin K - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Calvin K
With spouse/partner

A beautiful camp site and friendly staff.

A stunning camp site with beautiful rock outcrops and a river. Toilets are a bit too far from the camp site though. The staff were very friendly and the restaurant's food delicious. The pool area is also lovely and attracts many day visitors. Overall a wonderful stay!

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Rachel V - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rachel V
With spouse/partner

Hornbill Lodge was vriendelik en hulpvaardig.

Ons was vriendelik verwelkom en almal het uit hul pad gegaan om dit vir ons die ervaring gerieflik te maak en te verseker dat spesiale versoeke uitgevoer word.

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Hombill Lodge was friendly and helpful.

We got a friendly reception and everyone went out of their way to make our experience comfortable and to ensure special requests are attended to.

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Lehan J - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Lehan J
With friends

Goeie verblyf, ablusiegeriewe net bietjie vêr van kampterrein af.

Baie mooi plek, die ablusie is net omtrent 200 meter vanaf die naaste kampterrein. Darem is die plek heelwat goedkoop en die moeite werd.

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Good accommodation, ablution facilities just a little far from the campsite.

Very nice place, the ablution is only about 200 meters from the nearest campsite. At least the place is quite cheap and worth it.

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Madeleen D - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Madeleen D
Family with young children

Pragtige omgewing, vriendelike en behulpsame eienaars en werkers, maar baie raserig weens die R24 pad naby aan die oord.

Dit is 'n besonderse oord, en almal is baie vriendelik, gasvry en behulpsaam. Die natuurskoon is asemrowend. Ongelukkig is daar net een groot badkamer, naby die swembaddens maar 'n hele entjie weg van die karavaan / tent staanplekke af en mag 'n probleem wees vir 'n gesin met kleinerige kinders. Maar vir ons as gesin was die raserige verkeer die grootste probleem, wat 'n jammerte is, want dit is regtig 'n pratige plek, met orals interessante hoekies. Die R24 is baie naby aan die oord, wat beteken dat as jy kampeer jy alles baie duidelik hoor en nie veel gerus kry gedurende die nag nie. Dit mag moontlik nie die geval wees nie as jy in een van die kamers oornag.

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Beautiful surroundings, friendly and helpful owners and workers, but very noisy due to the R24 road close to the resort.

This is an exceptional resort, and everyone is very friendly, hospitable and helpful. The scenery is breathtaking. Unfortunately there is only one large bathroom, close to the pools but a long way from the caravan / tent pitches and may be a problem for a family with small children. But for us as a family, the noisy traffic was the biggest problem, which is a shame, because it's a really fun place, with interesting corners everywhere. The R24 is very close to the resort, which means that if you're camping you hear everything very clearly and don't get much rest during the night. This may not be the case if you stay overnight in one of the rooms.

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Torbjorn O - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Torbjorn O
With friends

'n Uiters lekker plek om te kamp.

Dit was wonderlik om tyd te spandeer met vriende in 'n skoon, vriendelik en rustige plek.

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An extremely nice place to camp.

It was great to spend time with friends in a clean, friendly and peaceful place.

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Annemarie V - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annemarie V
With friends

Uitstekende plek en mense.

Dis was so lekker, en die mense is vreeslik hulpvaardig en vriendelik. Stunning plek!

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Outstanding place and people.

It was so nice, and the people were so friendly and helpful. Stunning place!

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Tinus K - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tinus K
With spouse/partner

Uitstekende gasvryheid, gesellige kuier.

Uitstekende gasvryheid, gesellige kuier, kamers is fantasties, ongelooflike lekker kos. Badkamer - te klein bad, stortkop nie altyd so lekker nie maar verder was dit ongelooflik lekker.

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Excellent hospitality, cozy visit.

Excellent hospitality, congenial visit, rooms are fantastic, incredibly tasty food. Bathroom - bath too small, shower head not always so nice but otherwise it was incredibly nice.

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Justin M - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Justin M
With spouse/partner

Great.

Baie dankie vir alles. We really had a great weekend at Hornbill Lodge. LekkeSlaap service was excellent.

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Bernadine D - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Bernadine D
Family with young children

Gaan vir 'n uitstappie. Los die akkommodasie.

Area pragtig. Die cottage het ongelooflik baie werk nodig. Alles lyk goedkoop aanmekaar gesit. Dit voel asof die plek nie klaar is nie. Regtig nie die geld werd nie en ons het 40% minder betaal.

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Go for a walk. Leave the accommodation.

Area beautiful. The cottage needs an incredible amount of work. Everything looks cheaply put together. It feels like the place is not finished. Really not worth the money and we paid 40% less.

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Craig B - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Craig B
With spouse/partner

Rustige wegbreek uit die stad wat jou nie arm en been kos en ook nie ure vat om by uit te kom nie.

Vriendelike diens en goeie waarde vir geld. Rustige wegbreek van die stads gejaag maar tog naby genoeg om sommer vir naweek te gaan kuier.

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Peaceful escape from the city that doesn't cost and arm and a leg, and you don't have to drive hours to get there.

Friendly service and good value for money. Peaceful escape from the city yet close enough for a weekend breakaway.

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Gerrit K - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerrit K
With spouse/partner

Rustig, mooi en groen.

Die bestuur is baie behulpsaam en bedag. Ons het baie lekker gekuier, lekker geëet en net die natuurskoon geniet. Sal vir seker weer besoek in die nabye toekoms.

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Peaceful, pretty and green.

The manager is very helpful and mindful. We enjoyed the visit, meals and natural beauty. Will definitely visit again in the nuwe future.

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Nicolas L - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Nicolas L
Family with young children

If the accommodation was priced more reasonably, we would be prepared to put up with the inconveniences and return.

Inconveniences include: Only one eating area but bar stools too high so you have to hunch over yourself to eat at the table (lovely granite surface). Cheap strip neon lights across the house. Cheap door handles pierced t-shirt and almost cut my hands. Sofas and cushions ancient and dirty. Aircon units didn't work. Windows super thin and curtains insufficient and badly hung. In some rooms there are blinds that are see through, letting in light. Blind drop down and roll up cords not working so manually had to roll up the blinds. Very squeaky and uneven wooden floors so noisy when walking around. Doors not properly lockable and no burglar bars on windows (security guard patrolling on site though). Kitchen fully equipped but with very cheap utensils and crockery. Drawers in various cabinets don't open properly so cannot use - some were off the rails when we arrived. Light bulbs missing on stove top and in bedrooms upstairs. One double bed mattress very poor quality with springs pushing to the surge of the mattress Downstairs living room rug was filthy.Taps in bathrooms upstairs. Plug adapter missing so one beside lamp not usable. Old sponge and only 2 tea towels in kitchen - no replacement. Last of all, noisy. You hear the constant revving and whirr noise of the trucks and motorbikes on the nearby roads - at all hours and every day (Sunday and public holidays). Unfortunately not much can be done about this and we got used to it after a couple of days. Positives include: Setting is absolutely beautiful - great river access and beautiful pools. Some semi exotic birds and a pig for the children to look at and pet. Owner was very welcoming and friendly and made effort to address our concerns. Service from staff was friendly and courteous. Lots of towels and good pillows and duvets. Modern fridge, fully functioning oven and electrical stove top. Pet friendly: enjoyed a couple of nice walks with our dog. Not maintained but lovely setting - not worth what we paid for it relative to other accommodation in the area. Would return if it was better maintained and/or priced more reasonably.

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Eugene J - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Eugene J
With spouse/partner

Uiters rustige omgewing met vriendelike diens.

Baie rustig. Kelners nie almal ten volle opgelei nie. Groter verskeidenheid disse op spyskaart sal keuse makliker maak.

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Very peaceful environment with friendly service.

Very peaceful. Waiters aren't all fully trained. Larger variety of dishes on menu will make the choice easier.

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Dalena W - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dalena W
With friends

Baie lekker gebly ons sien julle weer.

Kampterrein is netjies en vullis word daagliks verwyder. Vriendelike en behulpsame personeel. Die badkamers is nie so ver nie en dit is skoon. Asook die verkeer het ons regtig nie gepla soos in ander se resensies nie. Vreeslik lekker gebly en ons sal definitief weer gaan.

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Very nice stay, see you again.

Campsite was neat and trash is removed daily. Friendly and helpful staff. The bathrooms isn't that far and it is clean. The traffic also didn't really bother us as in other people's reviews. Had a very nice stay and will definitely go again.

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Jadine V - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jadine V

Beautifull place and friendly staff.

Took my mother away for her birthday and had a special, memorable time at this resort. Definitely want to take the whole family there for a relaxing, pampering weekend away at Hornbill Lodge. Thank you for making our weekend unforgettable.

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Shanaz R - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Shanaz R
With friends

Wonderful and accommodating lodge.

All the staff were friendly and helpful. Cobie was very accommodating for the entire duration of our stay. I would recommend the lodge to others.

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Dawn F - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dawn F
With spouse/partner

Gasvrye, vriendelike, behulpsame groep by Hornbill Lodge.

Als puik, behalwe ablusiegeriewe ver van kampterrein en die hoofdreinstelsel het 'n probleem. Die reuk is nie aangenaam nie. Eienaar moet aandag gee daaraan.

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Hospitable, friendly, helpful group at Hornbill Lodge.

Als great, apart from ablution facilities far from campsite and the main drainage system has a problem. The smell is not pleasant. Owner must pay attention to it.

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Gerda K - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerda K
With spouse/partner

Heerlike gasvrye kuier onder majestieuse koeltebome.

Die gasvrye ontvangs en direkte kontak met die eienaars 'n groot pluspunt. Verseker 'n troedeldiervriendelike oord. Die kos is baie lekker en goed bedien. Die kampterrein is lekker koel en ruim, die ablusie geriewe ongelukkig bietjie ver. Ons sal verseker weer daar gaan kamp.

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Wonderful hopsitality and visit in the shades of trees.

Warm welcome and direct contact with owners is a plus. Definitely pet friendly. Delicious food and great presentation. Cool, spacious camping site, but ablution facilities are a bit far. We will definitely be back.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With spouse/partner
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Simone I - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Simone I
Family with young children

Rustig en baie vriendelike personeel.

Pragtig, skoon, vriendelik en hulpvaardig. Baie van die diere gehou, kinders lekker geswem. Kos was puik.

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Peaceful and very friendly staff.

Beautiful, clean, friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the animals, children enjoyed the swimming. Food was excellent.

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Yolandi H - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
2/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Yolandi H
With spouse/partner

Dit was glad nie die 4 ster werd nie.

Ons het lekker gerus maar, ongelukkig is die badkamers stukkend, los teëls en storte is geblok, was glad nie lekker nie. Daar was meeste van die tyd nie toiletpapier nie. Die badkamers is baie ver van die kampterrein af en daar is geen skottelgoed opwas-area nie. Ek sal glad nie aanbeveel om kinders daarheen te neem nie. Mense is wel vriendelik. Kampterrein is baie grond, geen gras nie. Die area is wel mooi. Maar die honde blaf vreeslik baie, veral tussen 7 en 11 in die aand.

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It was not worth the 4 star at all.

We rested well but, unfortunately, the bathrooms are broken, loose tiles and showers are blocked, it was not nice at all. There was no toilet paper most of the time. The bathrooms are very far from the campsite and there is no dishwashing area. I would not recommend taking children there at all. People are friendly. Campground is a lot of dirt, no grass. The area is beautiful though. But the dogs bark an awful lot, especially between 7 and 11 in the evening.

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Jacques B - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques B
With spouse/partner

Dit was awesome!

Hornbill Lodge is 'n rustige en pragtige plekkie. Die diens was uitstekend! Sal beslis weer besoek.

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Roslyn N - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Roslyn N
Family with young children

Stay was good and comfortable.

Host was extremely helpful.

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Chris J - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Chris J
With spouse/partner

Teleurgesteld.

Die tuin voor die kamers is totaal en al verwaarloos. Kort ernstig aandag. Swart alge teen die dak in die badkamer is aaklig. Beslis net 'n tweester plek. Nie waarde vir geld nie.

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Disappointed.

The garden in front of the rooms is completely neglected. Urgently needs attention. Black algae on the ceiling of the bathroom is horrible. Definitely a two star place. Not value for money.

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Hornbill Lodge and Legends Restaurant 's response

Good Day

We do value comments negative or positive, as this helps us to maintain the standard we strive for. My apologies for the the bathroom roof, this has been resolved. Winter definitely has its own beauty but it also does have a period were plants do not look as nice as they do in summer.
Regards,
Cobie

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Sheila M - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Sheila M
Individual traveler

Would not stay again.

Rooms are very basic and cold. The food was enjoyable except salad should not have been served. Staff friendly and pleasant. Better for a summer stop-over but the place really needs some maintenance

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Thank you for your feedback; it is a pity that you did not enjoy your stay with us.

As per our advert on the internet, we do advertise a Double room with en-suite bathroom, temperature control, and selected DStv, if indeed this was not what you wanted why then did you book with us? The Hornbill Menu for the restaurant is well advertised on our web page and available for all to see, none of our dishes are served with salad, so unless you ordered a salad it would not have been served. Winter time has its special moments and inner beauty, but cold weather I should think one might have to expect.
If there was a problem with the heating in the room reporting it to reception would help in resolving the matter, and we would have gladly provided additional heating if required.
The fact that your doggie was locked up in the room might have resulted in a difficulty cleaning or maintaining cleanliness.
You are welcome to contact me direct should there be any issues with maintenance you would like to bring to my attention.

Regards Cobie

Hornbill Lodge and Legends Restaurant
Barend B - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
2/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Barend B
With spouse/partner

Heerlike wegbreek met fantastiese kos!

Sal dalk net mense inlig dat die ligging reg langs 'n besige pad is, net ter inligting; nie dat mens dit hoor vanuit die kamers of restaurant nie, maar wel saans buite. Dan sal ek aanbeveel kaggels in die kamers, soos by die restaurant dra dit baie by tot die atmosfeer. Maar verder het ons dit vreeslik geniet, wou nie huistoe terugkeer nie en die kos was fenomenaal!

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Great getaway with fantastic food!

Might just inform people that the location is right next to a busy road, just FYI; not that you hear it from the rooms or restaurant, but outside at night. Then I would recommend fireplaces in the rooms, as in the restaurant it adds a lot to the atmosphere. But other than that we really enjoyed it, didn't want to return home and the food was phenomenal!

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Karin V - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Karin V
Family with young children

Uiters swak!

Ek wil eintlik vir alles geen sterre gee nie, maar kan ongelukkig. Dit is blykbaar 'n 4-ster-lodge! Nog nooit! Toe ons daar aan kom was 1 ster sommer van bord ook afgetrek. Ek is regtig uiters teleurgestel. Dit wat ek op die foto's gesien het, was nie te verwagte nie! Die kamer en beddens was nie eers opgemaak nie! Nie eers vars koffie is uitgesit nie. Nie eers ordentlike seep is voorsien nie. Goedkoop vloeibare seep is oorgegooi in 'n ou, verrimpelde, stukkende pompbottel. Die vere van my kind se bed het deurgekom en haar seer gemaak. Ons kon nie eers ontbyt kry die laaste oggend nie. Hulle bedien dit heeltemal te laat. Het baie onveilig gevoel en my dogtertjie was bang. Die plek is in die bosse, naby die hoofweg. Die hek van die lodge word nie eers toegemaak nie. Vrylike toegang van enige iemand kan te wagte wees!

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Extremely weak!

I actually don't want to give everything zero stars, but unfortunately I can. Apparently this is a 4 star lodge! Never! When we got there, 1 star was also taken off the board. I am really extremely disappointed. What I saw in the pictures was not to be expected! The room and beds weren't even made up! Not even fresh coffee was put out. Not even decent soap was provided. Cheap liquid soap was poured into an old, wrinkled, broken pump bottle. The springs from my child's bed came through and hurt her. We couldn't even get breakfast the last morning. They serve it way too late. Felt very unsafe and my little girl was scared. The place is in the woods, near the main road. The gate of the lodge is not even closed. Free access from anyone can be expected!

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Dear Karen

We always value feedback from any of our clients that visit Hornbill Lodge

I can only state the facts as the comments made are questionable.
Hornbill Lodge is graded on a yearly basis, certificate available on the Grading council Web page and Reception Hornbill Lodge;
The Photos are a direct reflection of the Lodge and can be viewed as the same on all sites including our Facebook Page;
As I personally placed the extra brand new bed in your room, I was present when it was made up;
The soap used is liquid and Placed in branded Hornbill Bottles, it would be impossible to be in a creased container;
We only use Hotel Standard and quality bedding and there are no feathers present;
Breakfast starts at 8.30 as you were informed on arrival; there were no request from you to make other arrangements. Also on your sign in form we ask if you have any special requests, But still we did wash your child’s muddy close as requested but did not even get a thank you for.
The Crime rate in Magaliesburg is less than 3 % and we also have the following in place;
Armed response, two patrols Daily CPF , On standby , with personal participation, daily;
Patrols Twice daily by myself;
Police response in less than 5 minutes;
Strangely the open Gate was one of your requirements as you only came back late every night.

Regards Cobie

Hornbill Lodge and Legends Restaurant
Estelle N - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Estelle N
With friends

Mooi kampterrein met aaklige ablusie.

Ek het reeds vir Kobie my klagtes per e-pos gestuur. Die badkamers is ver van die kampterrein af. Daar is geen privaatheid in die storte nie en die water dam op in die storte. Die toilette spoel nie behoorlik nie. Daar is 'n besige pad naby die lodge. Daar is geen TV sodat mens rugby kan kyk nie, en daar is ook nie 'n winkel by die lodge vir melk en brood nie.

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Nice campsite with horrible ablution.

I have already emailed Kobie my complaints. The bathrooms are far from the campsite. There is no privacy in the showers and the water pools in the showers. The toilets do not flush properly. There is a busy road near the lodge. There is no TV so you can watch rugby, nor is there a shop at the lodge for milk and bread.

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Sarie F - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Sarie F
With spouse/partner

Vriendelike ontvangs. Diens was flink en vriendelik.

Sal nie Hornbill Lodge as 4-ster klassifiseer nie.

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Friendly reception. Service was prompt and friendly.

Would not rate Hornbill Lodge as 4 star.

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Ritha V - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Ritha V

Dit was aangenaam, rustig en sal 'n wonderlike plek wees vir die somer.

Dit was regtig rustig en lekker. Ons was daar saam met ons getroude kinders en kleindogter. Dit was lekker vir almal, net bietjie koud omdat dit winter tyd is, maar ja, ek sal dit aanbeveel vir ander.

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It was pleasant, peaceful and will be a great place for the summer.

It was really peaceful and nice. We were there with our married children and granddaughter. It was fun for everyone, just a bit cold because it's winter time, but yes, I would recommend it to others.

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Riana P - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Riana P

Very nice and warm atmosphere

Very nice and friendly environment. Nice for a short break and rest.

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Monique M - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Monique M
Family with young children

This was a huge disappointment - definitely not 4 star resort.

One of the rooms of the chalet was mouldy with unpainted walls. The room have a bad smell of damp and the owner denied it. The communal area of the chalet was small for 8 people accommodation and the couches were tacky. The grounds had animal poo around the pool. Unhygenic for small children who were with us. The owner/manager was unpleasant to deal with. We were forced to return home - a most disappointing Easter holiday for me, my friends and our children: 8 people inconvenienced.

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Samantha D - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Samantha D
Family with young children

Awesome place to relax.

We had a nice relaxing weekend. Food was awesome and everyone made us feel welcomed.

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Ansie V - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ansie V
Family with young children

Dit was 'n wonderlike, rustige naweek.

Sien asb. die sterre.

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It was a wonderful, peaceful weekend.

Please see the stars.

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Rita S - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Rita S
With spouse/partner

Ons het heerlik gekamp!

Pragtige plek, netjies en skoon. Personeel baie bedagsaam en hulpvaardig ... ons het dit baie geniet!

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We had a great camp!

Beautiful place, neat and clean. Staff very considerate and helpful... we really enjoyed it!

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Erna V - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Erna V
With spouse/partner

Beautiful, tranquil spot.

Lekker!!!!!! Most enjoyable. Excellent food and the Els family are the perfect hosts. Staff friendly and helpful.

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Hendrika Susanna S - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hendrika Susanna S
With spouse/partner

Rustig, ontspanne.

Hornbill Lodge kan aanbeveel word vir enigeen wat iets anders soek - daar is die heerlike stilte, die rivier, baie bome met skadu, en die kos word nie afgeskeep nie. Die atmosfeer is rustig, die personeel en bestuur is baie vriendelik. Vir diegene wat wil gaan kuier is die fasiliteite daar; vir diegene wat wil gaan rus in stilte is die fasiliteite ook daar. Die pryse is billik, die akkommodasie ruim, gerieflik en silwerskoon. Die hele terrein word goed versorg, selfs in die dele waar net veld is. 'n Paradys!

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Calm, relaxed.

Hornbill Lodge can be recommended to anyone looking for something different - there is the lovely silence, the river, lots of trees with shade, and the food is not neglected. The atmosphere is peaceful, the staff and management are very friendly. For those who want to visit, the facilities are there; for those who want to rest in silence, the facilities are also there. The prices are reasonable, the accommodation spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean. The whole site is well maintained, even in the parts where there is only field. A paradise!

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Linda V - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Linda V
With spouse/partner

Clean and reasonably priced

Friendly staff, the room was clean and a nice size, as was the bathroom.

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Emil D - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Emil D
Family with young children

Huis was gerieflik en die diens was goed.

Vir ons doeleindes was dit lekker. Baie naby aan die hoofpad wat baie besig is en nogal raas. Die huis se geriewe self was baie lekker en goed toegerus en die diens was baie goed. Restaurant se kos was baie lekker, maar daar is geen alternatief nie.

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House was comfortable and the service was good.

For our purposes it was nice. Very close to the main road which is very busy and quite noisy. The house's facilities themselves were very nice and well equipped and the service was very good. Restaurant's food was very nice, but there is no alternative.

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Dirk E - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dirk E
With spouse/partner

Dit was baie lekker en die diens was uitstekend. Ons het lekker uitgerus.

Die kamers is lekker ruim en gemaklik. Die personeel is baie gasvry en behulpsaam. Die Restaurant het 'n lekke kuier atmosfeer veral die kaggelvuur. Verder is Hornbill voorwaar 'n moet op jou lysie vir kuiers.

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It was very nice and the service was excellent. We had a good rest.

The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The staff is very hospitable and helpful. The Restaurant has a nice cozy atmosphere, especially the fireplace. Furthermore, Hornbill is truly a must on your visit list.

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Bets D - Aug 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Bets D
With spouse/partner

Ons het die hele negatiewe ervaring se foto's per e-pos aangestuur.

Sien die sterre.

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We forwarded the entire negative experience's photos via email.

See the stars.

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Lou J - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lou J
Family with young children

Baie lekker en ontspanne.

Dit is 'n pragtige plek en die mense is vriendelik en die diens is goed. Sal beslis weer gaan vir 'n langer tyd.

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Very nice and relaxed.

It is a beautiful place and the people are friendly and the service is good. Will definitely go again for a longer time.

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Jacques V - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Jacques V
With spouse/partner

Baie aangenaam en die restaurant se kos is uitstekend!

Lengend Restaurant se etes is uitstekend!

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Very pleasant and the restaurant's food is excellent!

Lengend Restaurant's meals are excellent!

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Natasha C - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Natasha C
With spouse/partner

Fantasties! Baie pragtig, rustig en goeie kliëntediens!

Dit is definitief 'n plek om by te gaan rus. Ek en my lewensmaat het onsself so geniet, mekaar gevind en geniet. Dankie aan die personeel!

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Fantastic! Very beautiful, peaceful and good customer service!

It is definitely a place to rest. My partner and I enjoyed ourselves so much, found and enjoyed each other. Thanks to the staff!

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Marina D - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Marina D
With spouse/partner

'n Ruim plek met 'n rustige, romantiese atmosfeer.

Dit was 'n baie lekker rustige plekkie, behalwe vir trokke wat op die hoofpad verby ry. Die staproetes kan net duideliker gemerk word, veral langs die rivier.

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A spacious place with a peaceful, romantic atmosphere.

It was a very nice and quiet place, except for trucks passing by on the main road. The hiking trails could only be more clearly marked, especially along the river.

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Dr Bmp J - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Dr Bmp J
Large group

Dit was die verkeerde tyd vir 'n besoek aan die streek, want dit was te koud.

Dit was baie stil.

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It was the wrong time to visit the region because it was too cold.

It was very quiet.

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Willem S - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willem S
With spouse/partner

Dit was baie lekker. Die mense was vriendelik en behulpsaam.

Die verblyf was lekker! Die kos wat hulle vir jou voorsit is was baie lekker. Hulle het alles met 'n passie gedoen. As jy 'n probleem gehad het met enigiets, het hulle jou dadelik gehelp. Sal hulle aanbeveel!

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It was very nice. The people were friendly and helpful.

The stay was nice! The food they serve you was very tasty. They did everything with a passion. If you had a problem with anything, they helped you right away. Would recommend them!

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Hennie L - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hennie L
With spouse/partner

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang en het dadelik tuis gevoel. Die kamer was skoon en baie gerieflik.

Dit is in 'n rustige omgewing en naby genoeg aan die dam.D it was baie koud die naweek, maar die kaggelvuur was wonderlik.

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We were received very kindly and immediately felt at home. The room was clean and very comfortable.

It is in a quiet area and close enough to the dam. It was very cold at the weekend, but the fireplace was great.

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Kippie B - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Kippie B
Large group

Vriendelike, hulpvaardige personeel!

'n Gesellige atmosfeer en rustige omgewing. Kamers baie netjies!

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Friendly, helpful staff!

A cozy atmosphere and peaceful surroundings. Rooms very neat!

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Japie B - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Japie B
With spouse/partner

Hornbill Lodge is 'n 2-ster opsie, nie 4-ster nie; wees gewaarsku oor die pryse en verkeer.

Ons het oorgebly vir 2 aande vir ons huweliksherdenking. Kospryse was baie duur en het amper geen opsies gehad nie. Drankpryse was nog erger - een SA bier was geprys teen R38.50! Die kamer was skoon, maar benodig baie liefde en aandag. Ons kamer was ook net onder een van die besigste paaie in die area, dag en nag. Selfoonontvangs was nie so goed nie - geen WiFi of kroegyskas in kamer nie. Die swembad en omgewing was egter baie "nice".

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Hornbill Lodge is a 2-star option, not 4-star; be warned about the prices and traffic.

We stayed for 2 nights for our wedding anniversary. Food prices were very expensive and had almost no options. Drink prices were even worse - one SA beer was priced at R38.50! The room was clean but needs a lot of love and attention. Our room was also just under one of the busiest roads in the area, day and night. Cell phone reception was not so good - no WiFi or bar fridge in room. However, the pool and surroundings were very "nice".

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Len P - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Len P
With spouse/partner

Die omgewing is erg verwaarloos.

Die plek kan baie mooi wees indien dit opgekikker word. Hulle is tans besig met bouwerk nadat dit afgebrand het.

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The environment is badly neglected.

The place can be very nice if it is spruced up. They are currently busy with construction after it burned down.

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Nada T - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nada T
Family with teenagers

Wonderful Holiday

We really did enjoy our stay here. The kids, and I, found it really difficult to leave. Thanks indeed for a great holiday!

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Anthony C - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anthony C

Decent

Decent.

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Hercules D - Oct 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Hercules D
With spouse/partner

Enjoyed the stay

Found dinner to be quite expensive. Then had an excellent dinner at Dark Horse, which was quite a bit cheaper, with drinks included. The rest of the stay was most enjoyable.

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Rina G - Oct 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rina G
With spouse/partner

Awesome!!!

Awesome weekend away with hubby....Thanks to all Hornbill Logde's staff the kiddies that helped, the 4 legged friend that kept an eye out for us during the night it was fantastic as well as Caroline for organizing our picnic on the river bank it was so romantic....

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Nokuthula N - Sep 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nokuthula N
With spouse/partner

A nice place to be for relaxation

Wow we had a lovely stay, thank you so much! Breakfast, mmhh, is excellent. Don't have words ... I think everybody should visit this place, it's amazing!

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Theresa W - Jun 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Theresa W

Good

Everything about our stay was great.

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Lisa S - Jul 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lisa S
With spouse/partner

A delightful stay!

My weekend stay at Hornbill was fantastic!! Was very sad when we had to leave ... :(

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Marianne G - Jul 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianne G
Family with teenagers

100% family time in a beautiful environment

We went there to relax and spent some quality family time with the kids. All our expectations were exceeded. The food was excellent. Highly recommended.

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Reg A - Jun 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Reg A

The hospitality was genuine and friendly

Our hosts were attentive and very friendly, even though we were the sole guests. Our only possible negative is that some of the linen could be replaced.

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  • Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out: 11:00
  • Address: Farm 506 Portion 96 Zeekoeihoek, Cnr of R24 Rustenburg Road and R563 Hekpoort Road, Magaliesberg, 1791, Gauteng
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