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Hugh G

Lovely stay but pool needs attention

4.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 4 weeks ago
We recently stayed at Arabella Hotel and Spa, and as always, we had a lovely time. The serene atmosphere, excellent service, and luxurious never fail to impress. It’s a place we return to often, as we’re so used to everything being five stars and beyond.

However, during this visit, we were a bit disappointed with the condition of the swimming pool. While enjoying a swim, I noticed a buildup of what seemed to be fungus on the bottom of the pool. This was quite unexpected and not in line with the high standards Arabella usually upholds.

That said, the rest of our stay was wonderful, and we hope the pool issue is addressed soon to ensure future visits maintain the impeccable experience we’ve come to expect from this exceptional establishment.

Kind regards,
Hugh Gordon
Date of stay: January 2025
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Michael Phillipson, General Manager at Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa, responded to this review
Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Mr Gordon

Thank you so much for your recent visit to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa and thank you for your most valuable feedback regading your experience with us.

We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay overall and thank you for your very kind comments. You are pleased to inform you that we are indeed renovating our main pool from mid March this year.

We look forward to welcoming you back to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa in the near future.

Kind regards,
Michael Philipson
General Manager
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      Reviewed 4 weeks ago

      REALIZING HOW VERY BUSY YOU ARE BUT -- so many issues disappointed us Not reception which excellent but thereafter so many issues indicate to us that Arabella was NOT a 5 star hotel -from the cigarette butts outside on our balcony to the almost impossibility of getting ice!! First night took 3 phone calls and 2 hours and second night another 3 phone calls and 2 hours! might i suggest an ice machine on every floor?!?! The most worrying issue was the fact fact that our door would not close properly because the door was fractured - who knows how! One had to really bash it hard to get it to close. My new bride was very saddened and disappointed that what i promised her did not not meet up with her expectations!!. I have been to the hotel in the past and was own away at all aspects - but the golf course was as great as ever!!

      Room tip: Don't go in DEC/January
      Date of stay: January 2025
      • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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      Michael Phillipson, General Manager at Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

      Dear MichaelF8281

      Thank you so much for your recent visit to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa and thank you for your most valuable feedback regading your experience with us.

      Please accept our sincerest apologies for the most unusual experience you had during yofur stay with us. We are most disappointed that you did not enjoy your stay with us and we have constructively shared your comments with the Team to assist us in improving the consistency in our passionate service delivery.

      In addition, we have since resolved the issues in your room that you so kindly shared with us - thank you once again for sharing this with us.

      We hope to have the opportunity of welcoming you back to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa in the near future.

      Kind regards,
      Michael Philipson
      General Manager

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      Reviewed 10 December 2024 via mobile

      Absolutely stunning! Beautiful golf course. Awesome views. Both the pool view and golf course views were beautiful. Spacious room. Neat and clean. Delicious breakfast buffet. Friendly staff. Lovely warm fire at reception. Beautiful gardens with manicured lawns. Great view from balcony.

      Date of stay: April 2024
      Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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      Michael Phillipson, General Manager at Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded 16 December 2024

      Dear NorthStar55002

      Thank you so much for your recent visit to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa and thank you for your most valuable feedback regarding your experience with us.

      We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your very kind comments - much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa in the near future.

      Kind regards,
      Michael Phillipson
      General Manager

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      Reviewed 29 November 2024

      Great experience all round. Spectacular setting, efficient and welcoming staff. One of the best spa experiences with thermal pools, massages, sauna and steam room. A must stay for golf tourists. Good food with breakfast buffet outstanding.

      Shout out to the GM, Mike Phillipson (sp. I think?) for always being around and keeping an eye on things. A great example of how to do it.

      Date of stay: November 2024
      Trip type: Travelled as a couple
      Thank Paddy K
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      Paul Gibson, Other at Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded 1 December 2024

      Dear Padikel

      Thank you so much for your recent visit to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa and for taking the time to complete a review.

      We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and the facilities of the Hotel.

      We look forward to welcoming you back to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa in the near future.

      Kind regards,

      Paul Gibson
      Deputy General Manager

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      Reviewed 24 November 2024 via mobile

      This wonderful Oasis about 80 km from Cape Town and close to Hermanus, is really a fabulous one. stop holiday destination.
      The hotel is situated on a beautiful lagoon overlooking the mountains and the sea and the distance, one of the best golf courses I have played wraps itself this wonderful structure . in addition it has a fully service spa and leisure area.
      The real Kudus of this wonderful hotel is the team members, led by the charismatic, warm, friendly and attentive general manager Michael Phillipson, who certainly leads from the front and this is reflected in the superb service and commitment by the team members to ensure the guests have a five star experience.
      Both the general manager Michael and his team are a credit to the hospitality industry and are ambassadors for tourism in South Africa.
      I have stayed many times at this wonderful complex, and also spend many months in Hermanus, but any excuse to travel to this wonderful venue takes little encouragement.

      An absolute wonderful place and thank you so much for always looking after myself, my family and friends.

      Thomas Noblett

      Date of stay: November 2024
      Trip type: Travelled with family
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      Michael Phillipson, General Manager at Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded 26 November 2024

      Dear ThomasN776

      Thank you so much for your recent visit to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa and thank you for your very kind comments and feedback - much appreciated.

      We are delighted that you enjoyed your experience with us and we all look forward to welcoming you back to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa in the near future.

      Kind regards,
      Michael Phillipson
      General Manager

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      Reviewed 4 November 2024

      Very clean and the staff was very professional i couldnt have been in any other place. the views was very exceptional and the breeze. can i talk about the asthetics of the place very welcoming people. I must say its a place that i would definitely visit again everytime i go

      Room tip: Ver nice
      Date of stay: September 2024
      • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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      Paul Gibson, Other at Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa, responded to this reviewResponded 5 November 2024

      Dear NorthStar00969400757

      Thank you so much for your recent visit to Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa and for taking the time to complete a review.

      We are delighted that you enjoyed your time at the Hotel and do look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.

      Kind regards,

      Paul Gibson
      Deputy General Manager

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