598 Craigielea Farm, Sterkfontein Dam, 9880 Harrismith, South Africa
#17 of 32 hotels in Harrismith
Guests' ChoiceBased on 293 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Location
8.4
Facilities
8.8
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
5.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 June 2024
Andries
South AfricaNothing to dislike
The place is really beautiful. The apartment was big and very neat. The surrounding landscape makes everything glorious. My daughter enjoyed the horse rides, and wifey had a massage.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Patricia
South AfricaBreakfast was delicious and the service was on point
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Shivaan
South AfricaWish I could have gotten an apartment closer to the dam (nitpicking), the last few kms of road to get there was rough, but definitely worth it.
Loved the service, great value for money, lots of activities and spacious, well-equipped apartments.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Rashmee
South AfricaOnly the gravel road to get to the place.
This place is amazing. It was comfortable and clean. The staff were so friendly and went out of their way to make my son's birthday memorable. They are awesome. Thank you for the lovely weekend it was too short will definitely book a longer stay next time.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Sean_fabian
South AfricaNone
The unit was newly renovated, and even though the place was fully booked, it felt like we had the resort to ourselves. The staff was friendly, the hikes were amazing, and the best part was that our little fur baby could join us. We also loved seeing the animals close to the unit.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Teboho
LesothoThe activities, you don’t run out of thing to do.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Frans
South AfricaIt seems the resort has gone backwards since our previous visit. The previous time there were staff that could braai your meat should you need that in the boma, this time around you had to fend for yourself. We then went to the restaurant via the bar, the bartender imply ushered us through the pool room and down corridors on to come out at the other end of the bar, we were not permitted to simply walk through the bar. Arriving at the restaurant we were the only people here and it seems the staff were not happy to serve us, as it was made very clear that everything was happening in the Boma, but the fireplace was lit and looed rather cozy, we got the impression that we were disturbing them, at the end of our meal while we where exiting lights were being switched off
Still peaceful and serene, loving the stillness and that dogs are allowed at the resort. It was good to see happy families. The spa staff were super friendly and fun.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Sarah
South AfricaBooking.com was useless my card failed in the original transaction and they repeatedly hassled me despite me resolving the issue with hotel
Everything was great
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Russell
South AfricaFriendly and helpful staff premises extremely well maintained.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Kate
United KingdomThe dirt road is a bit rough and some areas need to be smoothed out. The swimming pool was freezing cold, it would be a huge plus if it was heated even just a few degrees.
Lots of activity for all the family, well equipped chalet, beautiful views, the activity card was very good value for money. Friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Poonam
IndiaWe were in Chalet 16, it doesnt make sense that there isnt two showers available...its just a matter of mounting the hand shower higher. We were 6 adults, it was a bit inconvenient
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Jacqueline
South AfricaMost staff not cheerful at all Especially at Reception Don’t even think about asking for a change in anything cause it’s a straight I can’t do anything for you. When we booked we asked for a water side chalet and said it would be booked, when we arrived we were placed towards the top of the mountain chalets, when asking it was said that it is what was allocated we never tell you it’s confirmed for a water chalet and there is nothing we can do. Nancy at the Spa was amazing and so is the water sports that was offered. On a busy weekend like Easter the shops and Restaurant close at certain times so if you don’t plan you get caught without food, especially people who come away not to cook.
The Dam
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Teboho
South AfricaCannot fault them
The best holiday with my family. We enjoyed our stay and the kids enjoyed the activities
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Arthur
South Africaall lovely
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Mia
South AfricaEverything
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Salome
South AfricaThe lady at the shop was rude
Friendly staff Great meal options
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Motshele
South AfricaLocation and spacing of different chalets allowed for privacy. Great views of the dam and surrounding mountains. Excellent response time to dealing with unexpected issues.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Riana
South AfricaThe nature.
Restaurant food was very good.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Sundhrasegaran
South AfricaWeather did let us down as it was raining most of our stay which led to us not able to complete the boat cruise. Housekeeping maybe needs a tad bit more training as some beds were made up by the guests and they were not touched by housekeeping. Suggestion to accommodate more Indian travelers is to have more vegetarian options on the menu.
Everything was superb from the moment of arrival. The staff, services, restaurant and facilities were impeccable with knowledge and modernization. The rooms were spacious and very comfortable. Great laughter, great smiles and friendly staff is what I definitely look forward to on my next stay at Qwantani.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Xolisile
South AfricaEverything was above board,loved everything
Beautiful views, mountains, nature,amazing dam.Rooms neat, comfortable beds,Nice welcome at the reception,friendly staff,we saw sprigboks kundu s,therapeutic environment ,we enjoyed our stay ,we played different games,tennis,coursy swimming pool,intertainment,food was devine,lovely restaurant and great waitresses very friendly people,speaking zilu,sotho,english and afrikaans very accomodating we felt welcomed.Beautiful dam view from our chalet and beutiful scenario ,birds singing,at night saw an owl amazing everything was perfect. Definitely coming back,what a lovely, peaceful place.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Dawyn
South AfricaNothing
The fact that there was so much for the kids to do. The food at the restaurant was amazing. The staff were friendly .
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 6 October 2023
Mhanqwa
South AfricaGravel roadddddddd tjo but next time I will use a 4x4 I learnt that lesson.
Awesome place and family oriented. Beautiful and tranquil environment that's sooo peaceful. Lots of activities within the place. Great hospitable receptionists.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Fathima
South AfricaThe road to the property is a nightmare. No provision of electricity cuts. No wifi in the units.
The apartment allocated to us faced the dam and it was close enough to the reception. Very spacious apartments with very well equipped kitchen. It has swimming pool, squash n tennis courts. The scenery is stunning.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 4 October 2023
Naeem
South AfricaThe 20km long sand road to get there. Microwave not very powerful. Leaking tub which was fixed on request. Waitress at the restaurant not friendly until we forced it out of her.
Excellent location. Peaceful and a beautiful blue dam with amazing mountain scenery. Amazing welcome by Esther.
Stayed in October 2023
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