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Water Hole, Mbombela Ward 18, Mbombela (Nelspruit), 1201, South Africa- Park
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About this hotel
Mountain Views and Relaxation
Shandon Lodge Guest House & Spa in Nelspruit offers stunning mountain views and a serene atmosphere. Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool or enjoy drinks on the terrace, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens.
Comfortable and Stylish Rooms
The spacious rooms at Shandon Lodge are elegantly decorated in vibrant red and yellow tones, each with a private entrance. With ample seating and Wi-Fi, guests can relax in style and stay connected throughout their stay.
Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Start your day with a delicious English or continental breakfast at the Lodge, and later, explore nearby dining options and supermarkets. For adventure seekers, packed breakfasts are available for trips to Kruger National Park, just an hour away. Golf enthusiasts can tee off at Nelspruit Golf Club or bask in the sun on the sundeck.
Book your stay at Shandon Lodge Guest House & Spa for a perfect blend of comfort and leisure.
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Important Information
Please inform 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 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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Laundry
Bar
Fax/photocopying
Golf course
Ironing service
Massage services
Packed lunches
Spa/wellness center
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Outdoor pool
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Special diet menus - on request
Kid meals
Hot spring bath
Outdoor furniture
Wine/champagne
Sun umbrellas
Coffee Shop on site
Shallow end
Spa/wellness center services
Beauty Services
Manicure
Pedicure
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
Key access
Food delivered to guest room
Process in place to check health of guests
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Breakfast takeaway containers
Room Types
Family Room
Up to 3 guests50 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
This family room features a pool with a view. Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a coffee machine, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as pool views.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
50 sqm
Pool View
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsSofaTile/marble floorElectric kettleTumble dryerWardrobe or closet
Superior Queen Room
Up to 2 guests30 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This air-conditioned room in English décor has a private entrance and features a seating area. Free bottles of spring water and tea-and-coffee-making facilities are also complimentary.
The private bathroom includes a bathtub and free toiletries.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsSofaTile/marble floorElectric kettleTumble dryer
Superior King Room
Up to 2 guests30 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with pool views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
Pool View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsSofaTile/marble floorElectric kettleTumble dryerWardrobe or closetLinen
Deluxe Family Room
Up to 3 guests35 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
The pool with a view is the standout feature of this family room. This air-conditioned family room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
35 sqm
Pool View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerSafety deposit boxTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsInterconnected room(s) availableSofaTile/marble floorElectric kettle
Superior Double Room
Up to 2 guests15 m2Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
15 m2
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRadioRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaFanToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closet
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Guest reviews(540 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 12, 2026We could not feel spoiled any more! Excellent staff, restaurant and spa!
10/10
Reviewed Sep 1, 2026The place is situated in a quiet place.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 27, 2026Rooms & facilities were great!
Ummmm … my husband and I found (wrapped) condoms in our bathroom underneath the towels. They were wrapped, but still a bit weird.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 4, 2026Wonderful facilities and location
8/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Very basic but clean, restaurant on site, close enough to town, but away from the noise, situated in a good suburb
Parking can be a bit tight if they get busy
10/10
Reviewed Jul 18, 2026My go to place when in Mbombela for work. It's a phantastic place. Great, spacious rooms, nice views, incredibly friendly and helpful staff.
There is nothing I do not like about Shandon Lodge.
8/10
Reviewed Jul 16, 2026GOOD
SHOWER - MOULD ON TILES
9/10
Reviewed Jul 11, 2026The warm welcome from the staff and room was spacious and neat.
8/10
Reviewed Jun 29, 2026The place was clean in a way I never anticipated. It was super clean and I really loved it.
Nothing at all
9/10
Reviewed Jun 29, 2026Everything was excellent! We stayed in two connecting rooms, which were perfect for a family of four. The rooms were very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The breakfast was also excellent, freshly prepared to order with fresh ingredients. The staff provided outstanding service, everyone was friendly, attentive, and helpful.
We honestly have nothing negative to say, as our experience was excellent from start to finish.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 27, 2026Stuff is amazing Owner friendly
None
4/10
Reviewed Jun 27, 2026O atendimento, foi super bom. O Senhor Oscar, muito prestativo e simpático.
A cama é desconfortável. O colchão não é pleno, afunda o que provoca desconforto e dores nas articulações.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 18, 2026Property was clean and comfortable- the breakfast was delicious
10/10
Reviewed May 31, 2026The whole setting is lovely.
10/10
Reviewed May 7, 2026Shandon Lodge is a hidden gem. It's in a quiet and safe location. Our family of four fit perfectly in the family room. They offer a great breakfast. The accommodation and staff were so nice and hospitable. Recommend 100% and we will definitely return.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026excellent
10/10
Reviewed Apr 20, 2026Beautiful little Guest House Everything we needed, they upgraded our room to have more space once I asked about bringing a camping cot for our baby Friendly staff
10/10
Reviewed Apr 18, 2026It's gorgeous, clean, quiet... I could go on!
Wish there was a microwave in the room, or one that's easily accessible when the staff is off. And the water could be hotter.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 8, 2026Conforto e o atendimento dos trabalhadores,foi boa
Quase nada
10/10
Reviewed Mar 19, 2026Beautiful guesthouse in calm, secure environment. Super nice staff, big, clean comfortable rooms, very good restaurant and nice big pool. What more could you want?!
No complaints whatsoever
8/10
Reviewed Mar 2, 2026Very clean and safe
There’s no microwave in the room
7/10
Reviewed Jan 27, 2026None
None
9/10
Reviewed Jan 24, 2026The breakfast was as ordered and perfectly presented - most tasty. The accommodation is excellent, and have stayed here a number of times
I do believe that the bedding could include a single top sheet as the duvet is extremely warm and I do not like to sleep with the air conditioner on.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 21, 2026Gostei dos quartos e do pequeno almoço.
Não trocaram toalhas no segundo dia.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026I loved everything about this place! The location is so nice. Very quiet and very clean. I enjoyed their hospitality and food. I will definitely come back.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026I liked everything from the rooms to the massage. Their breakfast was delicious 😋
If you are using public transport, its not easy to get there. You need to hire a cab.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Did not have any food at the lodge
10/10
Reviewed Jan 3, 2026The staff is friendly. Oscar and Samantha knows their job. House keeping excellent. And the guy who mantain the place also friendly. Kitchen staff excellent.
If they can put phones in our rooms for communication.
6/10
Reviewed Jan 3, 2026The cleaning ladies were very nice.
Given a room I didn’t book, least could have been was give complimentary breakfast but nothing. But I was moved to a better room.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 2, 2026The place was exactly as advertised, it was really clean and smelt amazing. The staff were extremely friendly and made the stay comfortable.
There were power outages due to the storms. However, we were assured that they were working on getting backup.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 31, 2025Their on site restaurant serves the most tastiest food ever . A definite value for money
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Dec 28, 2025Every thing
9/10
Reviewed Dec 28, 2025Rustig gelegen en vriendelijk
Kamer was niet erg ruim maar prima
10/10
Reviewed Dec 23, 2025The stuff is friendly and the place is very clean and beautiful.i would recommend this place to anyone looking for a place to stay.i really enjoyed my stay.🥰
Nothing,everything was top notch,super
9/10
Reviewed Dec 22, 2025The tranquility of the location, comfortable bed, and the friendly staff. The massage was also lovely.
8/10
Reviewed Dec 7, 2025The property is specious, clean and breathtaking
Nothing
7/10
Reviewed Dec 6, 2025I only liked their bathroom and the bed was comfortable with clean linen
The breakfast was not freshly cooked and the parking was too small
10/10
Reviewed Nov 17, 2025Staff brilliant...
Loved all
9/10
Reviewed Nov 12, 2025Clean, neat, great location. Nice little touches in the room and also smelled great! Perfect for our work trip. Staff very friendly and helpful and on site restaurant food was excellent!
A very small thing but won’t stop me from booking there again - something to pint out to lodge. Aircon in my room was very noisy, might need a service…
10/10
Reviewed Nov 6, 2025Es ist ganz besonders liebevoll ausgestattete Lodge.Die Zufriedenheit des Gastes steht hier im Vordergrund. Des Essen war sehr gut.
9/10
Reviewed Nov 5, 2025Great last minute booking experience! Really helpful and accommodating for a late arrival. Thank you!
10/10
Reviewed Oct 27, 2025I like the place confortable
everting is good
10/10
Reviewed Oct 24, 2025Food. Clean room. Communication. Nice food in their restaurant.
Parking is tight. But it’s a tricky space issue. Suggestion for spa - allow for booking in advance before arrival.
10/10
Reviewed Oct 20, 2025Everything
Noise in the restaurant it was birthday party
9/10
Reviewed Oct 9, 2025I liked the layout of rooms and the onsite secure parking. It was nice and quiet which is always a bonus. The linen in the rooms and cleanliness was excellent and staff very friendly and helpful. We had a great stay and will definitely stay there again in the future. The food at the restaurant was great too and so convenient to have a restaurant with a wide selection of F&B at the facility!
The room was a bit outdated in regard to closet and bathroom but nothing too bad.
9/10
Reviewed Oct 9, 2025The place was beautiful and the food was nice
The place General
10/10
Reviewed Oct 7, 2025Friendly staff and a beautiful setting
10/10
Reviewed Oct 4, 2025The staff was always friendly and helpful, the rooms are really nice and comfortable.It gave Hotel vibes
8/10
Reviewed Sep 28, 2025The staff is incredibly attentive. Thank you!
10/10
Reviewed Sep 6, 2025Tranquility
7/10
Reviewed Sep 6, 2025The rooms were spacious and comfortable
The breakfast options are very limited
10/10
Reviewed Aug 31, 2025I enjoy staying yooo .... I enjoy each an every moment of dat place even staff members guy's .that respect is so powerful.i enjoy the trip well done guy's keep it up. ❤❤❤
Nothing I can say
10/10
Reviewed Aug 29, 2025The establishment is immaculately clean and well maintained. The staff were extremely friendly, polite and helpful, the room had everything needed and the attention to detail was excellent. This was a return visit for us and we will be returning again in future. The restaurant, bar & pool area provide a lovely setting, with great choices on the menu and excellent food.
The property (with the exception of the bar and restaurant) and decor could be considered dated, however with the cleanliness and well maintained state of the establishment, one has more of a feeling of stepping back into a well preserved time capsule, creating a vintage charm - rather than a sense of outdatedness.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 27, 2025What a gem. Amazing dinner and wonderful staff!
8/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2025The staff are friendly and the breakfast is lovely.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 18, 2025Ambiente calmo
O quarto fica abafado
10/10
Reviewed Aug 11, 2025The place is easy to get to. Reception very friendly, warm and welcoming. Cleanliness was top notch. Breakfast was delicious and a good to go for the whole day till late when you eat dinner..
Nothing much except the noise early morning from a church opposite the the place. Playing loud music and testing their mic.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 29, 2025The setting and the reception of the facility was outstanding . Everything was fully functional, plus the peace around the area is out of this world .
That the kitchen and bar isn’t functional on Sundays
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly staff
- •Cleanliness
Areas to consider
- •Noise in restaurant during events
- •Parking is tight
Cleanliness
8.63/10The place was really clean and smelt amazing. Housekeeping excellent.
Service
9.1/10Staff were extremely friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
8.64/10Tranquility of the location, very quiet and nice.
Room Quality
8.59/10Rooms were nice and comfortable, layout was pleasing.
Amenities
8.62/10On-site restaurant served great food and had a wide selection.
Value for Money
8.58/10A definite value for money with nice touches.
Food and Beverage
8.63/10Food was excellent with tasty offerings and accommodating staff.
Overall Experience
8.8/10An enjoyable stay with friendly staff and nice amenities.