Mount Sheba Hotel and Rainforest

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Staff

9.7

Mount Sheba is located 30 minutes' drive from the historical town of Pilgrim's Rest. Surrounded by rainforest, the hotel offers a variety of hiking trails with breathtaking views and majestic waterfalls. The thatched rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with selected DSTV channels, a cozy fireplace, electric blankets, tea-and-coffee making facilities, and a patio. All rooms have an private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The hotel offers pure spring mountain water, which is safe to drink. Hackett's Restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch, while dinner can be enjoyed at The Chandelier Restaurant, followed by drinks at the bar. Activities offered at Mount Sheba include tennis, crazy croquet, a pool table, darts, and outdoor chess. There is also a swimming pool and trout fishing opportunities. The hotel offers conference facilities and a wedding venue. The Graskop Gorge Elevator, Mac Mac Falls, and God's Window are nearby attractions, and Blyde River Canyon is within a 3-hour drive. The famous Kruger National Park is only 56 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • 2 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Ondrej
South Africa South Africa
“we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the week where we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary. The team really went out of their way with the special dinner setting for our anniversary day, the breakfast packs for our day trip to the...”
Nienke
South Africa South Africa
“We had a lovely stay with our family. We loved the hiking paths, the trout fishing and dinners!”
Kholofelo
South Africa South Africa
“The staff is so helpful,they attended to our needs as fast as possible.they care about everyone safety..they acknowledged my birthday and set a beautiful table for us..All of the staff is exceptional”
Ronak
Botswana Botswana
“The location of the resort is truly remarkable—secluded and surrounded by natural beauty. While the initial stretch of road leading to the property is somewhat rough, the sense of calm and remoteness it offers is well worth it. The resort is rich...”
Sethu
South Africa South Africa
“The location, the staff, the food. Mount sheba is a gem. The staff is super friendly. I'm definitely going back”
Jani
South Africa South Africa
“Charming gem situated in a Rainforest. The room was meticulously clean. Great value for money. Friendly staff.”
Theresa
United States United States
“The fireplace in the room was fantastic, and I appreciated that the beds had electric warmers under the sheets. The hike to the waterfalls was gorgeous and the dining room was fancy with a classic vibe. The steak was tender and absolutely...”
Michelle
South Africa South Africa
“Nice and clean. Staff are super friendly and helpful. Beautiful location. Slept like a baby.”
Albrecht
South Africa South Africa
“Great old school feel, personal,friendly and hands-on staff. great 3 course menu. great food prices. Nature walks and fireplace in the room.”
Phumlani
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was friendly,the food was nice and enough.The room was beautiful and the view.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Chandelier Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegan
Hacketts Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegan

Amenities of Mount Sheba Hotel and Rainforest

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • 2 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Mount Sheba Hotel and Rainforest takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:00 and 07:00
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 250 is required on arrival. That's about $15. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
ZAR 100 per child, per night
2 - 3 years
Crib upon request
ZAR 100 per child, per night
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 100 per child, per night
4 years old
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 100 per child, per night
5 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 200 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

PLEASE NOTE THAT NO LOUD MUSIC, PARTYING, AND NOISE ARE ALLOWED AFTER 21H00. PLEASE ABIDE BY THESE RULES!

PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS A 4.3 mi ROCKY GRAVEL GOVERNMENT ROAD THAT LEADS TO THE PROPERTY'S TURN-OFF AND THEN A FURTHER 1.9 mi NARROW TAR ROAD BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AT THE GATE. PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY AND WITH CAUTION. HIGH-PROFILE VEHICLES ARE RECOMMENDED.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mount Sheba Hotel and Rainforest of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of ZAR 250 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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