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Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse with a restaurant and a bar

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Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge sits in the heart of the historical district, offering a charming retreat. Travelers can enjoy breakfast and dinner at the restaurant on property, browse the library for a good read, and use practical services like dry cleaning and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
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Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
68 Josiah Mathebula, Emgwenya, Mpumalanga, 1195

What's nearby

  • Waterval Boven Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Elands Falls - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Waterval Boven Natuurreservaat - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kruger House Museum - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Tranquilitas Adventure Farm - 17 min drive - 8.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Aloe's Country Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Grey's Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Stag's Breath - ‬17 min drive
  • The Steam Inn
  • ‪Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge

Upscale guesthouse in the historical district
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this guesthouse. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, laundry services, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge include perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with Netflix and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1894
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Pets

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 major credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Shamrock Arms
Shamrock Arms Guest
Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge
Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge Waterval Boven
Shamrock Arms Guest Waterval Boven
Shamrock Arms Guest Emgwenya
Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge Emgwenya
Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge Guesthouse
Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge Guesthouse Emgwenya

Frequently asked questions

Is Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge located?

Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Waterval Boven Hospital and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rocky Drift Nature Reserve and Elands Falls. Waterval Boven Natuurreservaat and Tranquilitas Adventure Farm are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reijer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heel apart verblijf in nette niet al te grote maar kamer die groot genoeg is met comfortabel bed. De opvang en begeleiding is fantastisch. Er wordt een geweldig diner verzorgd en lekker ontbijt. Jammer dat af en toe aangekondigd de stroom uitvalt, maar daar kunnen de hoetelhouders ook niets aan doen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Overnight stay

Stopped in here for a one night stopover enroute to Marloth Park, selected due to high reviews score. A secure spot. Sue and Belinda went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed, from catering to a (sort of) vegetarian, to extra blankets for a nippy night. Whilst the building is an historical one I feel the interior could do with a makeover - the main dining/social/pub area is quite cluttered with a strange mix of decor that does not appear to relate to either South Africa, Shamrock Arms as a name, nor the railway history of both the town and the building. Considering how cold it was on the night we stayed I was disappointed that none of the fireplaces were lit to add to the atmosphere. Also disappointed that given South Africa's dire state of electricity supply, the rooms had electric blankets and aircon/heating units. Personally I think some updated bedding (think scrumptious duvets and hot water bottles) would have been a better investment. Plus the towels we had, although they looked great, turned out to have holes in them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terry, Sue and Belinda are fantastic hosts. We’ve had a great time at their lodge, diner and breakfast were wonderful and we’ve slept very good. Really hope to see you once again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Zanele

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

Amazing stay

Thank you Sue and Nellie for going all out in making our weekend a pleasant stay. Dinner was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

SC

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

Great stay

Delightful stay. Great hospitality, made to feel really welcome. Food wonderful and accommodation perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Kruger to Drakensberg stopover at Shamrock Arms

Great place for an overnight stop going to or from Kruger. Rooms were great; nice to stay in a place which had retained it's character but offered up to date facilities. Both Jaco and Terry were very warm hosts, made us feel very welcome. Jaco is very entertaining and a good chef.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Aurélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accueil. Excellent repas. Excellents conseils pour des visites et des itinéraires.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Highly Recommended

Everything from the food, service and hospitality was far above the norm. Exceptional place to stay!!! Recommend it to any new of seasoned traveler.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Liked: Room comfort
Since my first stay the establishment seems to have deteriorated somewhat, it is tired and needs uplifting
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hans

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

Highly recommend lodge

Lovely lodge convenient located between Kruger and the airport in Johannesburg. Very nice atmosphere and excellent food made by an excellent chef. Thanks to the owner Terry for great evening at the pub. The rooms are great as well...

10/10 Excellent

PJ, West Virginia

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

Great stopover between Johannesburg and Kruger

I simply picked this spot for its convenient location between Johannesburg and Kruger Park, and was surprised to find this pleasant place, with excellent host, friendly staff, comfortable room, and delightful culinary fare. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Alicia

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

Hotel limpio y acogedor. Personal muy amable.

El personal del hotel muy amable, nos dieron consejos prácticos. Desayuno muy bueno. El hotel limpio y amplia habitación.

10/10 Excellent

kitty

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

Good value for money, friendly stay.

Our weekend stay at Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge were excellent. Great welcome, good service, excellent food, and warm hospitality. Very good option for stay when you are in the area.

8/10 Good

Ellen, UK

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

Warm South African hospitality

Made for a convenient stop over on my way to Kruger. Great hospitality from the moment I arrived, I was made to feel very welcome and included which is always nice as a single traveller. Dinner was lovely and they really took care to cater for my specific dietary requirements (lactose and gluten intolerance)

8/10 Good

Glenn & Terri, Bracknell, England

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

Great Hosts

Had a lovely stay here with great hosts Terry & Jaco who made us feel very welcome. Only stayed for 1 night but very memorable evening spent with Terry & Jacu on the veranda drinking wine & resolving the worlds problems.

10/10 Excellent

william, Benoni

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

shamrock arms is the best

Chillaxing weekend, around the Num Num Trail Run 32km, near Machadadorp. Very rugged countryside, with hiking and walking trails in abundance and mountain biking trails too (although we didn't try any of these). Tough conditions requiring superior fitness. The town itself is a bit run down but this establishment was amazing. Exploding with personality and charm. Jaco is a legend. Arrive hungry - the dinner and breakfast portions are huge and too tasty not to clean your plate!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Tolle Lodge mit sehr netten personal.

Sehr nettes Hotel mit einem absolut einmaligen Personal. Jederzeit wieder!

8/10 Good

Martin, Johannesburg

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

Good stopover on way to Kruger

Great welcome and very helpful hosts - couldn't do enough for you. Rooms are behind old pub and are very comfortable and clean. Food is enthusiastically and individually prepared - again great service. Relaxing in the bar before and afterwards was a pleasure. Recommended stopover.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Boston, MA

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

A+

Amazing breakfast, nice room. Some street noise but not too bad

10/10 Excellent

Henk, Waverley,Pretoria

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

Cool place to be.

Room was very comfortable. Had all we needed. Even had cookies for our coffee in the room.Wide comfortable kingsize bed. Owners and manager were very friendly and always at hand to help out with anything. Gave us tips on the travel i and around where we wanted to go.

10/10 Excellent

Heino, Saskatoon, SK

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

Great stay

The town/city doesn't look very appealing when first arriving, but we felt safe. Shamrock Arms provided what we needed. The staff - notably Jaco :) - and owner were very friendly. Food was good. The place was clean. And we would be happy to stay there next time we're in the neighbourhood. The place had many returning guests, who were friendly and added to the positive wipe at Shamrock Arms.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Ruhiges Guest House

Wir haben ein sehr gutes Abendessen bekommen und wurden vom Koch sehr gut unterhalten. Das Frühstück wurde vom Besitzer zu bereitet und auch da gibt es nichts zu beanstanden. Leider hat uns gar nicht gefallen, dass so viel Hundekot auf dem Rasen lag, der bei der Hitze gestunken hat.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

מיקום מעולה בקרבת יוהנסבורג

שירות מעולה, אווירה טובה, אירוח נהדר, נחמדים ושירותיים. מומלץ בחום!

10/10 Excellent

william

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

shamrock arms num num trail raun

stayed over the night before a race. arrived late and received the friendliest and warmest greeting ever. lovely host and gorgeous little pub and restaurant. really felt welcome and comfortable. very comfy rooms with all essentials. i'll definitely be back for an overnight stay for future adventures out to that part of the world!

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shamrocks Arms is a quaint little resort in an idyllic setting! The staff is charming and the service is unparallelled. Had an excellent time and will definitely be back.