On our way to the Kruger national park we needed a stopover and this was it. By reading online My girlfriend fell in love with this area and this... read more village -- so she booked us at this great place -- and I'm so glad she did!

Not only a nice room, in addition three very nice persons. The owner, his daughter and a nice woman helping us feeling at home. (Please forgive me: I've just arrived home after six months off the road (Land Rover tdi! ) that's why I can't remember their names -- sorry)

What I do remember is the lettuce soup we were served. Wow! I'm quite good at cooking, but soups are difficult to get as tasty as I like them. Not this soup! Wow!

After a delicious meal the owner and his daughter sat down with us. We had the most marvelous evening -- and before we went to sleep I had to give him half of my Danish rye bread which my girlfriend had brought from Norway the day before.

Happily he was as pleased with the bread as we were with his soup --- actually as pleased as we were with the whole stay in general. highly recommended! More

  We (wife & I) only stayed for 1 night with dinner, bed & breakfast. Dinner was seriously good with tender sirloin. Prepared with great care and very tasty. Marvelous soup... read more as hors d'oeuvre. Cosy pub. Perfect for good conversation and a few pints of the finest. We will go again.

  We only stayed for one night but it was the best experience with the most pleasant hosts. Would highly recommend this place if you like a comfy and warm atmosphere.... read more Superb fresh trout dinner and a great breakfast to start your day!

  We stayed at Shamrock Arms for the first time in 2012 and have been back at least ten times since then. It's a convenient break when driving from our home... read more to Gauteng, but our real reason for going back again and again is the welcome and the atmosphere. On our first visit, a cold and foggy May evening, Jaco made us feel so welcome, switching on the electric blankets, making sure we were warm enough etc. Terry welcomed us in the bar with its roaring fire (and Archie the dog). Over the years the experience has just got better and better. We were devastated by the death of larger-than-life Jaco earlier this year, but Terry is still the perfect host, and with the help of Susan, who joined the team a year or two ago, Shamrock Arms is still the same and we look forward to every visit.

  Such a charming little guest lodge! It was a most welcome and pleasant experience for us. We decided to break the drive from JNB to KNP and chose... read more the Shamrock. Sue and Belinda gave us a warm welcome and even though the power had failed, we were served a delicious dinner and the beer was cold too! After a long flight, the bed was nothing less than heaven.
Terry was a wonderful host answering our many questions about his beautiful country. We definitely will plan to stop here gain on our way back to Jo’berg. Thanks to all of you for the ‘soft landing'.

  Jacco is the greatest host. His welcome was fantastic and so are the more than delicious meals he makes. Whenever you need him, he is there. The road was under... read more construction; then Jacco even showed us the way himself. Not by pointing the way out, but driving his car in front of us until we were out of Waterval Boven!

My father suffers from a lung disease. He was is respiratory distress when we arrived. The owner of Shamrock Arms supplied a bottle of oxygen for the night, which was great! These people deserve the ‘greatest host medal’. We’ll definitely stay here again when coming back to South Africa! It is also great to spend the night on your way to the Kruger/Panorama Route. Best place to start your SA-visit!

  Gem in the rough - What a great discovery! Shamrock Arms is a little gem in the rough. Sue, Belinda
and their team welcomed us and made us feel at home during our 2... read more day stay. The rooms are big and spacious.The bed and pillows were comfortable and the shower was a welcome relief after we ran our marathon. The catering was absolutely outstanding and attention was given to our dietary requests. A hearty breakfast just hit the spot the day of our departure. Shamrock Arms is definitely value for money and the bar prices are very reasonable. The front garden of the property is well kept and immediately gives you peace and calm after the trip from Johannesburg. Thanks Sue and your staff for your hospitality we can’t wait to see you next year again.

  This is a historic building but the rooms have been modernised to a good standard.
There is a quaint pub for residents only and it was the only place to... read more eat on the Sunday we were there. The meal of trout was very good if somewhat over generous. The owner, Terry, was a genial host and it was an excellent stopover for us. We would stay again if it were on our travel route.

  We were looking for accommodation in Nelspruit and everything was fully booked. So we decided to look at Waterval Boven and found Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge.

We enjoyed... read more every moment:
1. Terry, Sue and Martin are amazing hosts;
2. Rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable;
3. Parking inside;
4. Choice between rooms with baths or rooms with showers;
5. Incredible cooking with a fantastic menu and on the spot vegan options;
6. Perfect location for Nelspruit, Kruger Park Mozambique;
7. A number of hiking trails etc in the area if you have time.

We can recommend it as safe, quiet and good food with amazing hosts.

  Good location, half way between Johannesburg and Kruger gate. We were welcomed by Sue and taken to our very comfortable room with all the amenities we needed. Enjoyed a couple... read more of beers and a chat in the pub before retiring for the night. Would definitely recommend.