They have stairs everywhere, two flights to gym and pool and the health section is far away from the rooms. The staff are help but management doesn't seem to care much. Food was good bt do not go there if you need therapeutic help or are ailing.

This iconic health resort has been in existence for decades. Sadly recent owners have refurbished and have scrapped all references to the wonderful men who initiated this Health Spa, Boris Chaitow, and Cleto Saporetti. The painting of Cleto Saporetti has been removed from the dining room! and there is no Hydro Recipe book which was previously available. The tv screens... More

I recently spent 3 days at the Hydro in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa with my daughter. I recommend it for a very relaxing, peaceful, away from it all experience. It is set in the spectacular Ida Valley. It is really a hotel with a leaning towards a healthy way of life. I spent the day in my dressing gown... More

Ideal place you can go and relax, great service and very relaxing , the staff was excellant and we enjoyed our break

Since I haven't been to any other health resorts before, but try to come here every year, I don't have anything to compare it to. The good side for me is the fact that you are not tempted to 'be bad' when you stay here. There is nothing to drink but water and water with fresh herbs or water with... More

This was our second visit to the Hydro after a gap of three years. We found many facilities improved and our room entirely satisfactory. Guests came from Belgium, Britain and Denmark as well as from the local area tro destress, de-tox and lose weight in a controlled manner with moderate exercise. Our stay wasn't trouble-free -- we were critical of... More

if you are serious about your health and are self motivated and not needy this is for you, the sister will not save you from all your problems. It is peaceful and they offer absolutely everything you need to detox & destress. It is not pampering luxury but a real health farm. If you want luxury go to the Arabella... More

I've been going to The Hydro for 14 years. I travel thousands of miles from the U.S. and can't wait to get there. I go for my general health. When I arrive, I meet many people just like me who have been coming for years as well as first-timers. I eat a healthy diet, have daily massages and hydrotherapy. There's... More

Very puzzled by some of the recent reviews for the Hydro. The setting is stunning, the staff professional and very friendly, the food excellent as are the treatments, and the rooms very comfortable. For a break from stress it is difficult to imagine a place more relaxing. It is a serious health spa so don't expect a glass of wine... More