Jovali Clarens

Jovali Clarens is serene, set on the beautiful backdrop of mountains and vast landscapes that offer divine views. The place was private and clean.

Liked 99% of everything, although we never met with the host they were responsive. Clean, neat room and were left a lovely carrot cake 🎂 which went down well for my wife's birthday

Unfortunately the room was rather cold and had to leave the air conditioning on all the time. Left early on final day as outside weather was turning cold 🥶. Suggest a oil heater to take the edge off

Very private and quiet. First impression was good, the accommodation was clean

No cleaning services, we were three for 3 nights, no one came to tidy up or clean our accommodation while we were there. No refreshing of linens, nothing. The bed was also had, it honestly felt like I was sleeping on the floor. The aircon was jut fully heating up.

Everything was exceptional especially when he comfy bed and linen

I loved everything

The rooms and services were excellent

The way to the place can be graded or tarred in the future.

Exceptionally thought-out and beautifully decorated apartment with everything you need for a very comfortable stay. Electric blankets, welcome treats, awesome coffee station - so much attention to detail. We did a very last-minute booking, so we didn't get to have the welcome cake that other reviewers raved about. Stunning view from the apartment, very quiet, very comfortable.

Fortunately, we have a 4x4 but just keep in mind that the road getting to Jovali is a dirt road. It happened to be very wet during our visit so the drive to Jovali was tricky through thick mud - I'm not sure a car would have easily gotten through there. I would definitely call ahead and check the road condition.

The room was clean, modern and a beautiful view.

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Location location location

The condition of the road after the rain was not good

Beautiful, well equipped unit. Thank you for the complimentary nougat and cake.

We loved the attention to detail, small extras, beautiful views and the carrot cake on arrival. The bed and linen were of exceptional quality.

The roads were a bit challenging after the rain.

The room and facilities were absolutely stunning and immaculate. Our view from our room was stunning and so tranquil, I can highly recommend the venue to those wanting a peaceful weekend in nature.

The access road to the property is dirt and in need of grading, 4*4 recommended.

An absolutely wonderful stay! The facilities are excellent—everything is modern, well-maintained, and designed for comfort. The accommodation itself was incredibly comfortable, spotless, and beautifully kept, which made it easy to relax from the moment we arrived. The location is outstanding—peaceful, quiet, and remote, with breathtaking views of wide open spaces. It’s the perfect escape if you’re looking to unwind and enjoy nature. A lovely surprise awaited us in the room: a thoughtful welcome treat with fridge cake and rusks, which added a special personal touch to our stay. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to explore during the day and return to a cozy, pampered environment at night. A truly memorable experience!

The view was spectacular. The apartment is very modern

The stay doesn't include breakfast. The unit was clean, private and well styled, well maintained with amenities included.

Nothing. Everything was excellent.

Excellent interior design.

I am nit picking but beware if people is staying on top floor. Could become noisy through roof.

Beautiful setting with beautiful walks on the farm. Close to Clarens

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Amazing , well run place. Perfect getaway.

Was great

Everything. The view is spectacular and the area is quiet!

The road after the rain to the guesthouse.

Ligging is prachtig

Niets

We loved Jovali. You are surrounded by beauty and peace. Awesome neat and tidy accomodation. Beautifully set out.

Great place

Increase the sign post Jovali to be extra visible especially at night an illuminating board will be great

Everything was great

Selten, dass wir auf unseren Reisen eine solch wunderbare Unterkunft hatten. Das Appartement liegt ein bisschen abseits von dem wunderbaren kleinen Städtchen Clarens-man muss die letzten Meter mit unbefestigter aber fahrbarer Straße rechnen-wir hatten einen Kleinwagen ohne 4x4-klappt:) Das Haus bzw. das Appartement hat eine super schöne Lage mit Blick zum Golden Gate Nationalpark. Zudem kann man direkt von der Unterkunft wunderschön spazieren gehen, dem Bachverlauf folgen zb. Das Appartement ist sehr gemütlich und sehr detailliert ausgestattet im Landhausstil. Altmodisch auf keinen Fall wie eine andere Bewertung geschrieben hat! Extrem viele liebevolle Details haben den Aufenthalt perfekt gestaltet-natürlich auch die kleine Torte als Begrüßung:). Zudem hatten wir noch nie eine so bestens ausgestattete Küche! Es war wirklich perfekt! Danke

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This place was absolutely amazing! The unit had everything we could possibly need and so much more. It was spotless, spacious, and incredibly comfortable—the bed and couch were perfect for relaxing. The mountain view was breathtaking, and the lush greenery created such a peaceful, calming atmosphere. The fresh carrot cake was scrumptious and definitely was a cherry on top. Communication was great. We loved every moment and would 100% stay here again!

The location was really good.

The bed was comfortable

The stones on the veranda were terrible to walk on or even when you sit outside.

Views are amazing. Room was beautiful, clean and had everything we needed

The road leading to the house is awful 😖

The views, obviously. The garden is very well maintained. Lots of privacy, no one bothered me.

Beautiful view. Special touches, like Sally Williams Nougat and Cheese cake to welcome you. Fire lighters and briquets for your use. All we expected and more.

Nice scenery and very peaceful

Beautifully decorated with attention to detail. We even found a lovely carrot cake left for us in the room. The bed was super comfy. The views from the verandah were also lovely. The town of Clarens was just a 10-15 min drive away. We thoroughly enjoyed our luxurious stay here

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Restful, beautiful view. Outstanding touches to all aspects of the accommodation.

The road needs a grading. I know it's on a farm, but there are 1 or 2 parts that are not good and would make driving after dark undesirable.

My stay at this beautiful accommodation in Clarens was nothing short of perfect. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted by breathtaking views and a sense of complete peace and tranquility. The setting is surrounded by nature — the mountains, fresh air, and quiet atmosphere made it the ideal getaway. The room was cozy, spotless, and so thoughtfully prepared. It had every self-catering amenity one could possibly think of — truly a home away from home. The attention to detail was incredible, right down to the delicious homemade cake waiting for me on arrival! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Whether you’re looking to unwind, explore the outdoors, or simply enjoy some time away in a stunning location, this is the perfect place to stay. I’ll definitely be back! 🌿✨

That my stay was only 3 nights :(

Fantastic location, well appointed unit, comfortable beds, good bathroom & nice toiletries. Loved sitting outside watching it get dark and listening to the night sounds! Everything we needed for a quiet 2 day stay.

There's no place to put luggage. Perhaps some bulky pieces of furniture can be replaced with suitable luggage storage.

Everything the views the cleanliness the area, great braai facilities! Just absolutely awesome, can’t go wrong with Jovali, think I have got my place everytime I am coming to Clarens!

Perfectly curated rooms for a getaway to Clarens. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the Horeb suite was luxurious and I appreciated the finer details and tasteful decor! We lacked for nothing, and the sweet treats throughout the room were a really lovely touch. The view is incredible, and being 7 mins outside of the main town allowed for peace and quiet while still being a short distance from shops and activities.

Just a note to make sure to bring a car that isn't very low to the ground, as driving on certain parts of the small bit of dirt road was a little tricky, especially at night.

Clean. Beautiful views. Very comfy.

The entry road. Was manageable for our little Toyota but would have brought the bigger one if wed known

Beautiful view from patio and room.....although it could be more private.

Beautiful view from patio and room.....although it could be more private as guests can look into the unit as they walk past the room....could be embarrisisng. Room windows could be slightly tinted or vinyl at the lower sections. Nothing else was a miss.

We had the most comfortable stay at Jovali Clarens. The room was super cozy and clean. It was a self-catering unit and everything was well thought of. The view was breathtaking. Would highly recommend for a couples getaway. Will definitely go back.

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What a pleasurable stay. A 5 star experience with zero contact. Inside? A 10. Outside? A 10. Well curated. Well thought out. Comfortable. This will be our annual post-Afriski accommodation.

Comfortable accommodation Beautiful views Peaceful Great host. Thank you 😊 We enjoyed our stay so much, we stayed on an additional night!

It is a little bit of a struggle to get to and from our vehicle with luggage. I don't know how a person with physical restrictions would manage. The road to the property isn't great. Overall, Jovali is a lovely place to stay. Highly recommended 👌 👍

Location was amazing. Quiet, peaceful and in the scenic mountains of Clarens/Maluti.

Guests are a little close to each other

The bed was amazingly comfortable. The views were to die for. Relaxing just by looking out over the mountains.

The roads in and out are very bad and the rain made it made the situation worse unfortunately. The DSTV isn’t premium (as stated in the description) but rather a hotel bouquet and there wasn’t a coffee machine also as stated in the description Please remember to bring things like bin bags and extra loo rolls.

Amazing Views! Relax in Nature. Comfy bed, the suite has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Location close to Clarens.

The unit was beautifully appointed with great attention to detail and lovely personal touches. Being just outside the town we had the advantage of being able to enjoy the natural beauty of the area while the shops and restaurants were only a short drive away.

Really awesome stay

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Our hostess went out of her way to make our stay very pleasant!

1.      The rooms are clean and spacious; 2.      Beautiful views

1. Lack of basic amenities and rude manager response for requests for clean towels: a. The premises had no washing machine and dryer (apparently "fully equipped"). b. So when we called the management for new towels (for use for the next day), we expected some fresh towels. The manager answered and said, "we do not clean or provide towels as the premises are self service". c. We proceeded to explain that as there is no washing machine or dryer, we cannot clean the towels and needed clean towels for the second night. d. The man proceeded in a highly arrogant and rude tone: "are the towels soiled". Implying that the towels supplied must last as long as the duration of your stay (unless you soil the towels). e. So we again explained that either the venue needs to provide clean towels daily or provide a washing machine to clean the towels. f. Eventually, the manager (very grudgingly and vocally aggressive said he would arrange new towels roughly at 7pm that night). g. What really boggles the mind, if we stayed for 7 days and didn't "soil" the towels (like our friend on the phone said must be done before they would clean them), we would be using the same towels for that time. Absolutely disgusting and shocking service delivery 2. Feeling unwelcomed and lack of contact: a. My wife and I try to go away once a month for date night and we have never had such poor service delivery and service by any hotel, self-service venue, or B&B; b. After going to Bookings.com, we decided to go to Jovali as it had a rating of over 9 on the Bookings.com rating score (for our one year anniversary); c. When we arrived, the owners were not present at the property on arrival, despite us arriving at our arrival time provided to the Jovali management (they requested for the same via Whatsapp). d. So we had to look around for anyone to open the premises.

Jovali offered me the best opportunity to rest and recharge my energy! The peacefulness, nature, animals and exceptional scenery were truly therapeutic. I thank Tim and Johan for their attention to detail and looking after my comfort. Even the weather played along great ;-)

Well first the hosts was amazing, incredible friendly and warm. They went above and beyond and heroically rescued me when I got stuck in a ditch on the end of a cliff on my way to my destination :D I loved their complimentary cherry. Loved the kitchen and appreciated the quality of the pillows on the bed as well as a thicker blanket being available The coffee machine and complementary coffee were amazing. So was the complementary cake. The room was clean and I appreciated its charm The room was well stocked with everything I needed and was wonderfully quiet and peaceful.

Getting there with just GPS was terrible. I lost cellphone network several times and got horribly lost a few times. I'd recommend that any solo traveller who is not familiar with the area use a physical map when going there and make the trip during daylight. A sign on one of the main roads would have also really helped. Also there was no phone charger plug point near the bed. Had to unplug a lamp to be able charge near my bed.

We loved everything All the small touches such as the carrot cake, sweeties on the bed, rusks and amenities in the bathroom. Johan is a fantastic host. The view is amazing. Thank you so much Johan

Everything! Immaculately kept facilities both inside and out. Absolutely every comfort you could think of and more is provided and beautifully presented Peaceful with fantastic views and very close to town. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.

It's abit of a bumpy Rd the last little bit.

Lovely room with all amenities. Beautiful location with lovely views away from the hustle and bustle of the town.

Poor internet connection to our mobile phones. Lack of interaction with hosts.

The setting is tranquil and picturesque and the view of the mountains spectacular. The exquisite interior decorating provided a luxurious experience finished off by delicate sweet treats and typical, trusted, South African OBS. Thank you Johan and Tim.

The most peaceful stay you can imagine.

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From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and kindness from our host, who truly went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The personal touches in our room were such a thoughtful surprise, adding a unique charm that made our stay feel extra special. The kitchen was impressively stocked with everything we needed, allowing us to prepare meals with ease. Every detail was taken care of, making it feel like a true home away from home. The peaceful surroundings provided the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway, and I loved how serene and tranquil it was. Overall, Jovali Clarens exceeded all our expectations, and I can’t recommend it enough. It’s the ideal place for anyone looking for a cozy, welcoming, and peaceful retreat. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!

The quality of the fittings and fixtures. The attention to detail. The welcoming carrot cake in fact everything was superb.

0 but if anything which is subjective to who. But the closeness of the neighbors was a small concern but nothing to moan about for sure

Attention to detail, bottled water at the bed, milk in the fridge, coffee and tea and very clean and neat

Road to the guesthouse was not great at all There is zero privacy. If you go to your room you have to walk in front of the stoep and door of the other suite. So for a couple this is definitely not a place to go to.

A peaceful stay away from the hustle of the city. Every little detail was well thought out and provided for, making our stay at Jovali comfortable and pleasant. The hosts are accommodating and wonderful, we even got a tasty cheesecake in our room on arrival. Amazing views of the mountains during sunrise and sunset.

As stated in the property description, the roads leading to Jovali are better suited for bigger cars but our sedan managed well driving slowly.

The place was perfect, they really exceeded our expectations. Location is perfect, it's peaceful and quiet. The hospitality was outstanding.

The fact that they don:t clean the place during your stay, not that it mattered a lot but it would have been nice.

Clean, beautiful, peaceful and refreshing

Everything was absolutely mind blowing

The place was a perfect getaway,so clean.The owner was very welcoming.

Timothy was the besthost. Thank you Tim for your warm welcome and your excellent hospitality skills.

Karel Meyer was very rude over the phone. He doesnt know to talk to people. He did not have curteousy towards his guest.

Wow, I had expectations but this stay exceeded them all! The carrot cake, the sherry, the beautiful decor, the decadent bath and cute ducks in the tub and shower , The comfy and warm bed... I can go on and on

I can't think of 1 thing that was not exceptional

The attention to detail, the well-stocked kitchen. The complimentary cake and rusks. The comfortable bedding but most importantly the silence. Perfect place for resting and recuperating.

Our stay at Jovali was nothing short of exceptional. On arrival, Johan explained key things about the property. He also helped us regarding activities in the area. We were immediately struck by the interior decor. The attention to detail went beyond any previous stay at any other B&B. If you are not up for challenging hikes in Golden Gate, there are lovely walks on the Jovali property.

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Their hospitality

Nothing it was exeptional

Die eenheid was een van die bestes op ons roadtrip. Alles afgerond tot die fynste detail. Baie dankie vir n heerlike chocolate koek by ons aankoms. Sal beslis weer Jovali besoek.