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Mount Shekinah Country Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Balgowan with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Snack bar
Front of property
Standard Cottage | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Outdoor pool, an infinity pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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R103 Howick Balgowan, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal, 3275
  • Place, Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Fordoun Spa
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Cottage | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Executive Room

  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Balgowan

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel places you next to Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and within a 15-minute drive of Gowrie Farm Golf Course. This 15-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Fordoun Spa - 20 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 23 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Abingdon Wine Estate - 24 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Howick Public Falls - 32 min drive - 19.5 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bierfassl - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blueberry Café - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Terbodore Coffee - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Elula Coffee - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel

Hotel in Balgowan with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Mount Shekinah Country Hotel features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with concierge services, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, minibars, and electric kettles.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

This hotel is located in Balgowan within a short 1-minute walk of Michaelhouse Nature Reserve. You'll also find Gowrie Farm Golf Course and Fordoun Spa nearby.

Is there parking available at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Mount Shekinah Country Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mount Shekinah Country Hotel serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel.

Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

The closest major airport to Mount Shekinah Country Hotel is Pietermaritzburg (PZB), which is about 26.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Toneka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very central in the Midlands Meander area, and good security. Excellent food and spacious room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nigel and Tanith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Toneka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is okay but lacks good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jill, U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay at this beautiful resort.

The welcoming way we were greeted set the stage for our wonderful stay at this fantastic lodge. The grounds are beautiful and expansive and very well maintained. Our room was perfect, the amenities were first rate and the comfort of the bed and lush pillows were outstanding. The front desk brought us a delicious bowl of fresh fruit that we enjoyed from our deck overlooking the stunning view. We enjoyed a first-class dinner with the best service one could ask for - the food was to perfection!! In the morning, we enjoyed a full breakfast with home baked bread and the best scrambled eggs - and, again, fantastic service. The owners have done such a great job in remodelling this excellent venue and their hospitality was so warm and kind. We loved our stay here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Simphiwe , The Wilds .Pretoria East

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel next to prestigious Michaelhouse

Relaxing tranquil environment.Beautiful gardens. Tasty variety of food.Wonderful management and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018