Ratings based on 33 Verified Reviews
4.7 Room cleanliness
4.9 Service & staff
4.5 Room comfort
4.5 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 3 Dec 2023 on Hotels
by A verified traveler
Posted 4 Oct 2022 on Hotels
by A verified traveler
Overnight stay
Posted 17 Aug 2022 on HotelsStopped in here for a one night stopover enroute to Marloth Park, selected due to high reviews score. A secure spot. Sue and Belinda went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed, from catering to a (sort of) vegetarian, to extra blankets for a nippy night. Whilst the building is an historical one I feel the interior could do with a makeover - the main dining/social/pub area is quite cluttered with a strange mix of decor that does not appear to relate to either South Africa, Shamrock Arms as a name, nor the railway history of both the town and the building. Considering how cold it was on the night we stayed I was disappointed that none of the fireplaces were lit to add to the atmosphere. Also disappointed that given South Africa's dire state of electricity supply, the rooms had electric blankets and aircon/heating units. Personally I think some updated bedding (think scrumptious duvets and hot water bottles) would have been a better investment. Plus the towels we had, although they looked great, turned out to have holes in them.
by A verified traveler
Posted 12 Sep 2021 on Hotels
by A verified traveler
Amazing stay
Posted 8 May 2021 on HotelsThank you Sue and Nellie for going all out in making our weekend a pleasant stay. Dinner was amazing.
by A verified traveler
Great stay
Posted 6 Apr 2021 on HotelsDelightful stay. Great hospitality, made to feel really welcome. Food wonderful and accommodation perfect.
by A verified traveler
Kruger to Drakensberg stopover at Shamrock Arms
Posted 7 Mar 2019 on HotelsGreat place for an overnight stop going to or from Kruger. Rooms were great; nice to stay in a place which had retained it's character but offered up to date facilities. Both Jaco and Terry were very warm hosts, made us feel very welcome. Jaco is very entertaining and a good chef.
by A verified traveler
Highly Recommended
Posted 4 Oct 2018 on HotelsEverything from the food, service and hospitality was far above the norm. Exceptional place to stay!!! Recommend it to any new of seasoned traveler.
Comment from Hotel Management
10 Oct 2018 by Terry, Hotel Management
Thank you. We hope to welcome you back to Shamrock Arms in the future.
Recommended
for Personal Eventby A verified traveler
Posted 11 Mar 2018 on Hotels
Since my first stay the establishment seems to have deteriorated somewhat, it is tired and needs uplifting
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from West Virginia
Great stopover between Johannesburg and Kruger
Posted 14 Dec 2017
Pros: Most things.. It has a little bit of "old world" charm and a personal touch.
Cons: Nothing
Location: Scenic area, trout fishing and game parks nearby.
I simply picked this spot for its convenient location between Johannesburg and Kruger Park, and was surprised to find this pleasant place, with excellent host, friendly staff, comfortable room, and delightful culinary fare. Definitely recommend!
Comment from Hotel Management
4 Jan 2018 by Terry, Cheryl, Jaco & Sue, Hotel Management
Thank you PJ. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Shamrock Arms.
