African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
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Established in 1998, Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection® was built with the vision of providing visitors with an AUTHENTIC FARM experience in a modern elegant urban facility. The owners envisaged a haven of peace and tranquillity in the midst of the city where their love for farming could be shared. What began as a small boutique hotel in the meadows has grown into a countryside experience as additions to the property such as the Camdeboo Day Spa have been done in keeping with the overall farm feel.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Bowling offsite
Fishing
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Parking
Wifi
Paid wifi
Hot bath
Outdoor pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Water park offsite
Board games / puzzles
Kids pool
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Airport transportation
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Steam room
Waxing services
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Picnic area
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
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Private balcony
Room service
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Lake View
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Afrikaans
Location
52Somewhat walkable
Grade: 52 out of 100
336Restaurantswithin 10 km
32Attractionswithin 10 km
Nellmapius Drive Irene, Pretoria 0062 South Africa
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I stay in the area but was hosted at the Lodge for a work trip where we all stayed at the same venue. It was an excellent experience – and I have to say, I wouldn’t mind taking a holiday there even though I live in the area! The staff were friendly, helpful and in good spirits. The room was large, tastefully decorated and had very thoughtful, useful touches for visitors. Clean, comfortable (especially the bed) and with every amenity I would want. The restaurant food was excellent and the gardens and pond were lovely. Overall, I would highly recommend this venue.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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We stayed 2 nights at the lodge after a long flight. The rooms are large and well appointed and the staff were very helpful. We asked for an early checkin and they got the room ready by 11am. They also had constant power provided by their own generators
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The location of this hotel is beautiful. It is only 25 minutes from Tambo but feels many miles away. Marriott has recently acquired these hotels and this one needs some work. The service and staff was adequate but rooms are dated and tired. Our room had an old dingy AC which did not work. They bought a fan from the 1970’s that was loud and bad to help get air circulation. The weather was pleasant but we could not open the door because there was no net of any kind and it was a ground floor room. The shower stall looked like was curving in. Breakfast was adequate and the grounds are nice for a walk around a nice lake.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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A straight 5 for this awesome venue! Absolutely amazing venue, service, and food! And, a little off the norm, take a look at the photo of the toilets! This should tell you a lot about the rest of the venue! It is amazing and highly recommended! I’ll definitely be back!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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We've been wanting to go to this venue for a long time and decided to celebrate our 7th wedding anniversary there (26 Feb 2023). We started our day at the spa with one of their 'bespoke' packages. What a disaster! One of the therapists fell asleep during the treatment! After the treatment we checked in (one of the larger rooms) and decided to have a shower and then go and have a pre-dinner drink. As we walked through the hotel the floors were dirty, the seating areas were dirty...everything felt very unkempt. We ordered a bottle of wine (just before 5) and waited for the restaurant to open as we were told they'd be open from 6pm. It only opened at 6.20pm since the staff 'had to eat 1st'. I ordered a steak (dry and tasteless) and my wife the chicken salad. At least the salad was 'nice'. Back in the room we found the aircon could not cope with the size of the room and had to spend a very warm and stuffy night there, so much so that we got up and left for home at 5.30am the next morning. In our opinion just not worth the 1000's of Rands we spent for the night, with many better options available in the area.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Maureen Mukobore, Marketing at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
Responded 08 Mar 2023
Greetings, Thank you for taking the time to speak with me about your recent stay at African Pride Irene Country Lodge. While it was disappointing to hear that your stay with us fell short of your expectations, I am grateful I was able to connect with you on the phone to learn more about the service issues experienced during your stay with us. Our aim is to provide all guests (especially you) with an unforgettable hotel experience and your honest feedback is an important part of that process. We sincerely apologize for our shortcomings and will share your feedback with the appropriate hotel team. we hope that we will be able to host you again in the near future. Regards Maureen
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Lovely hotel. Great quiet peaceful location. Lovely outdoor pool with nice sitting area. Staff were great and the service was good. Good sized room with comfortable queen sized bed, lovely big bath room with separate shower room. Breakfast was great. Plenty of choice. Would recommend.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Maureen Mukobore, Marketing at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
Responded 08 Mar 2023
Dear Craig, Thank you for choosing the African Pride Irene Country Lodge for your recent travels to Irene. Commitment to service and guest satisfaction is a main focus and we are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. The pride and dedication our hotel team takes in providing exceptional customer service to our valued guests speaks strongly to our company’s core values, “good service at a fair price.” Thank you again for taking the time to provide your feedback on the Guest Satisfaction Survey and we look forward to serving you again soon!
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We didn't get to check in until 18.00, and when we finally got to check in, it wasn't the room we had booked, but a combined room/conference room that wasn't properly cleaned. The room on the second floor with a balcony that we had pre-booked was replaced with a room next to the dishes with a lot of noise from early to late. Hotel car that we ordered for collection at a shopping center, we had to follow up by calling the hotel 7 times before the driver arrived, it took almost two hours. We also agreed on a late check-out, something that those at the reception had not communicated to each other, this created chaos and stress before departure to an agreement in the morning on the day of departure. It was also uncertain whether we would have the same room when we returned from our appointment later in the day. We paid for late check out but didn't get clean towels and the room key didn't work. The hotel bears the mark of poor maintenance and service and cannot be said to be a 5 star hotel. Overall experience suggests that we would not recommend this hotel.…
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Maureen Mukobore, General Manager at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
Responded 16 Feb 2023
Greetings, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience while staying with us. Your experience is below our standard. Providing the highest level of hospitality is our number one priority and I sincerely apologize for failing to meet your expectations. I have shared your feedback with the leadership team to ensure the necessary guidelines are in place and reviewed to prevent any inconsistencies from occurring in the future. I hope you choose to stay with us again when your travels bring you back to the area.
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Breakfast was amazing. A great selection of options and all of them very tasty. The room was spacious and the bed was extraordinarily comfy. The property is based in a beautiful setting with lake views. Very relaxing. The staff were very attentive and friendly.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Maureen Mukobore, General Manager at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
Responded 07 Feb 2023
Dear Ms Frostee On behalf of the entire hotel team, thank you for sharing about your recent visit to Irene Hotel & Spa. It is always encouraging to hear positive feedback, particularly from those who matter the most – you! Your feedback has been shared with the entire team to celebrate the great guest experiences we delivered. Once again, I appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you again soon.
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My husband and I recently recently visited and were bitterly disappointed While the view is amazing and the place is peacefully, the dirty and poor maintained bathrooms; poor service and duck pooped infested walk paths took away from the experience Staff look miserable and weren't very helpful. Bathrooms require maintenance on the toilet and shower. Premises needs to be cleaned daily
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Maureen Mukobore, General Manager at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
Responded 03 Jan 2023
Greetings, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience while staying with us. Your experience is below our standard. Providing the highest level of hospitality is our priority and I sincerely apologize for failing to meet your expectations. I have shared your feedback with the leadership team to ensure the necessary guidelines are in place and reviewed to prevent any inconsistencies from occurring. I hope you choose to stay with us again when your travels bring you back to the area.
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We only stayed there for 1night and arrived after midnight but didn’t experience any issues with checkin at that time of the night. Big and clean rooms with a friendly team We went to the Irene Farm next door for a walk and coffee in the morning before driving off to Pilansberg :)
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Maureen Mukobore, General Manager at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
Responded 13 Dec 2022
Dear PJSA28 We are delighted to have been your chosen hotel during your recent stay in Irene. It was truly a pleasure to serve you. We appreciate your business and value your honest feedback. Your comments have been shared with the hotel team as a critical way of understanding how we can continue to deliver exceptional service to guests like you. Thank you for staying at the African Pride Irene Country Lodge and we hope you choose to create more memories with us whenever your travels bring you back to Irene.
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PRICE RANGE
US$81 - US$121 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection
Which popular attractions are close to African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Nearby attractions include Irene Farm (0.6 km) and Luton Valley Bird Sanctuary (1.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mugg & Bean, The Meadow Green Restaurant, and African Pride Irene Country Lodge Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Does African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection have airport transportation?
Yes, African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Union Buildings (14.8 km), Sammy Marks House (14.7 km), and Melrose House (13.5 km).