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Hakunamatata Lodge

No. 171 Lake view Avenue | P.O.Box 3623, Johannesburg 2040, South Africa
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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013 via mobile

Relaxing location, decent spa treatments, enjoyed the al fresco lunch. The not so nice's : Unfriendly receptionist who had no knowledge on the spa packages, no tissues in bathroom ( despite asking them to replenish), unflushed toilet(yuk), shower near sauna not working, and maybe at the risk of sounding a little petty no soothing music during the treatments. Overall, worth... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Spent a lovely day at the resort. Enjoyed a wonderful spa package but agree with the cost cutting comments. Maybe if more people visited this could be addressed. Rooms comfortable but horrible pillows (I'm very fussy about this and usually take my own) and hot water lacks pressure. Good food in restaurant. Overall an enjoyable visit.

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

The gardens are lovely and picturesque. The menu very limited also presented and cooked well enough. The Health centre is staffed with enthusiastic but unskilled therapists. The rooms are fine but evidence of cost cutting in things like soap and shampoo. Restaurant staff also pleasant - looks like a management issue.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

I just loved our chalet and didn't want to leave the next day! CHALET: beautiful and clean with the most comfortable bed, a fire place with wood where we had this romantic fire (plus a heater which we really needed because it was winter and quite cold outside), a TV that actually worked (it is often advertised but doesn't work),... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 July 2012 via mobile

Horrible service. Spa is the worst ever seen! Not even two star. No hot water and no clean towels. Didnt care about the customer. No communication.

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Address: No. 171 Lake view Avenue | P.O.Box 3623, Johannesburg 2040, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Gauteng > Greater Johannesburg > Johannesburg
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Ranked #24 of 62 Speciality lodging in Johannesburg

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