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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Mount Shekinah Country Hotel in Balgowan offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden or pool views, and modern amenities including free WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can unwind on the sun terrace or in the hot tub, enjoy the swimming pool with a view, or take a dip in the outdoor pool. The hotel features a lounge, outdoor seating area, and a barbecue for leisure activities. Convenient Services: The hotel provides private check-in and check-out, a concierge service, daily housekeeping, and free on-site parking. Additional services include room service, breakfast in the room, and full-day security. Local Attractions: Located 52 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the hotel is near Bosch Hoek Golf Club (10 km), Midmar Dam (23 km), and Howick Falls (27 km). Other attractions include Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve and Karkloof Nature Reserve.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Bedroom 4
1 double bed
Bedroom 5
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lebo
    South Africa South Africa
    Cleanliness of rooms, dining hall, and garden, Fresh linen, and quietness The breakfast was amazing The distance from Michaelhouse school was just a 4-minute drive The staff kitchen and reception were outstanding Staff: Sphe Nothando Zanele All...
  • Nothnagel
    South Africa South Africa
    Staff was friendly, maintenance staff/gardening staff even helped direct me to the main road by running along the car - the gentleman went out of his way to assist.
  • Mohamed
    South Africa South Africa
    This was follow on stay to my original booking. Everything was amazing as per my last review.
  • Mohamed
    South Africa South Africa
    Great staff. Great place to relax. Lovely cottage units with all you need. Convenient location next to Michaelhouse school. Once again the staff were lovely and accommodating.
  • Simbarashe
    South Africa South Africa
    Lovely environs - Lovely breakfast selection, fresh and tasty food options great staff
  • Manfred
    South Africa South Africa
    The location is excellent. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The staff are excellent. The views are amazing.
  • Derek
    South Africa South Africa
    There was a function on when we booked in, but the staff were very efficient and showed us our rooms. The breakfast was lovely, although paying extra for a cuppachino was not good,
  • Bernice
    South Africa South Africa
    It was delicious, everything hat was served was fresh.
  • Portia
    South Africa South Africa
    my room was absolutely beautiful, warm on a cold night wow wo wow
  • Audrey
    Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
    The location was perfect for the festival at Michaelhouse. The staff was very friendly and the rooms were clean and spacious. Everything was just in good working order.

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.