8/10 Good
Wayne
Travelled with family
15 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Wayne
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Esther's Country Lodge
3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Magaliesberg with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Photo gallery for Esther's Country Lodge
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- 24/7 front desk
- Room service
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Laundry
The current price is AU$186
AU$186
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Explore the area
On R560, Magaliesberg, Gauteng, 1790
- Cradle of Humankind25 min drive
- Sterkfontein Caves26 min drive
- Hartebeespoort Dam29 min drive
- Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria)48 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Standard Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Highlights
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Living room
In-room safe
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area
Magaliesberg
At Esther's Country Lodge, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve and 11.8 km (7.3 mi) from Nooitgedacht Game Ranch. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Free English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 3-property class Magaliesberg guest house you'll find Montecasino.
What's nearby
- Cradle of Humankind - 25 min drive - 23.1 km
- Sterkfontein Caves - 26 min drive - 26.1 km
- Hartebeespoort Dam - 29 min drive - 28.9 km
- Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve - 31 min drive - 34.4 km
- Lion & Safari Park - 47 min drive - 53.1 km
Getting around
- Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
- RUSTIG Restaurant - 17 min drive
- YFC Yellow Dining Hall - 10 min drive
- Hekpoort Farm House - 3 min drive
- Once upon a time - 8 min drive
- Babaroots - 21 min drive
About this property
Esther's Country Lodge
Guesthouse in Magaliesberg with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Esther's Country Lodge. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Magaliesberg guest house.
- 8 guestrooms or units
- English breakfast (free)
- Dry cleaning
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Staff members are multilingual
- Front desk safe
- Terrace
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
- 1 conference room
- Dining venue
Esther's Country Lodge offers 8 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.
Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, French, German, Italian
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
Things to do
- Outdoor pool
- TV in common areas
- Yoga classes
Family friendly
- Living room
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Guidebooks
- Safe at front desk
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Multilingual staff
Business services
- Meeting room
Outdoors
- Firepit
- Garden
- In the mountains
- Terrace
Spa
- Deep-tissue massages
- Hot stone massages
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No lift
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
- Limited room service
More
- Fan
- Living room
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Payment types
Important information
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 and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.
Property is also known as
Esther's Country Lodge Hekpoort
Esther's Country Hekpoort
Lodge Esther's Country Lodge Hekpoort
Hekpoort Esther's Country Lodge Lodge
Lodge Esther's Country Lodge
Esther's Country
Esther's Country Lodge Lodge Magaliesberg
Esther's Country Lodge Magaliesberg
Esther's Country Lodge Lodge
Esther's Lodge Magaliesberg
Esther's Country Magaliesberg
Esther's Country Lodge Guesthouse
Esther's Country Lodge Magaliesberg
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Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Esther's Country Lodge?
Yep, Esther's Country Lodge has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Esther's Country Lodge?
As of 4 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esther's Country Lodge on 6 Apr 2025 start from AU$185.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Esther's Country Lodge have a pool?
Esther's Country Lodge has an outdoor pool.
Does Esther's Country Lodge serve breakfast?
Yep, complimentary English breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Esther's Country Lodge?
No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Esther's Country Lodge?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at Esther's Country Lodge?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Esther's Country Lodge?
No, pets are not allowed.
Esther's Country Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
AE
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
What a lovely experience the food was exceptional and the best hospitality and services
AE
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karin
Travelled with group
10 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Esther’s treat and spoil
Great experience! Wonderful hosts, made us feel welcome and at home. Excellent restaurant! Wonderful spa facilities! Will certainly recommend!
Karin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022