Only a short drive from Johannesburg yet a world away, discover the timeless elegance of Welgelegen Manor in Balfour, Mpumalanga.
From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll be enveloped in an atmosphere of elegance and comfort. Our spacious suites are designed to cater to your every need, featuring plush furnishings, modern and elegant amenities with breathtaking views. Whether you choose to relax by the shimmering pool or savour gourmet dishes crafted by our world‑class chefs, every moment is crafted to enhance your sense of well‑being.



























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Indulge in fine dining within our exquisite dining hall, thoughtfully crafted for you to embark on a true culinary adventure.
Our high-quality rooms and tranquil views create an environment where you can relax and enjoy a five-star experience.
Indulge in our activities while you enjoy your visit from archery, billiards, croquet to our driving range we have it all
Enjoy our bar. From cocktails to wines and beers, our bartenders craft delightful drinks. Raise your glass and savor the experience!
Posted on Olav VVerified Memories for life Two Norwegian couples had the chance to revisit this fantastic place. The premises and the people give you unforgettable experiences. A beautiful place so quite and peaceful. The rooms at the manor are something you seldom will experience. More space than you need, clean and comfortable. And the people do whatever they can for making your stay as good as possible. And the food was good and very nicely presented. We enjoyed the little extras.Posted on James HVerified A Lovely Place to Stay! My SO and I stayed over after 30 hours of flights and transits heading to South Africa. Welgelegen Manor is conveniently located less than 90 minutes from Joberg Airport, so a perfect spot to rest after a long trip.... The spectacular property is well-maintained and super comfortable. The superb staff - Ronel, Hannlie and Norman - went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. I have probably stayed at close to a thousand hotels, inns, guest houses and B and Bs over the years, and this was perhaps the most peaceful place I have ever stayed! No road noise or distractions, only the calls of the hundreds of birds that inhabit the enormous property. A true gem! Our only mistake was only staying for one night....We will be back!Posted on JoeCBansteadUKVerified Excellent Old School This review is relatively objective, being my 17 road trip staying in 18 properties over a 43 day period. My GPS couldn’t locate the property (my fault) - no problem - the manager drove out to Balfour and guided me in! Situated well out of town in rolling farmland with a very long and impressive drive up to the manor from the gate. Great distant vistas. Friendly and efficient staff throughout - Norman being a star. Superbly renovated old school building oozing with character. Fascinating history well presented on a guided tour. My garden suite was huge, very comfortable, well equipped and with great aircon. Bed linen was top quality. The sitting area was very relaxing. The marble bathroom was superb - and oh yes, there’s a separate wardrobe/dressing room. The formal gardens and pool area were well maintained. Very well presented decent food. Good WiFi. Not cheap by SA standards, but excellent value. Highly recommended for those requiring an upmarket old school property near Joburg.Posted on astegg586744Verified lovely stay best place just one and a half hour driving from Joburg airport, Great staff, very friendly, suites are big and luxurious, place to return to. lovely garden, lots of history, Very good dinner and breakfast,Posted on hcoMolsheimVerified Un lieu incroyable. Nous avions choisi de réserver un bel hébergement pour nous rapprocher de l’aéroport ( moins de 1h 30) avant notre départ d’Afrique du Sud . C’est un manoir bâti en 1912 et qui a été restauré avec goût en conservant beaucoup de matériaux d’origine. 8 chambres , une piscine , des jardins , une propriété de 500 ha! Chargé d’histoire parfois tumultueuse que nous expliquerons nos hôtes , visite du mausolée à l’extérieur où sont inhumés des membres de la famille , émouvant … Les chambres sont immenses , raffinées , comprenant salle de bains , salon , bagagerie ..( surclassé dans une chambre Rez de chaussée donnant sur le jardin , splendide et vraiment standard 5 étoiles comme les autres chambres d’ailleurs que nous avons visité ) Bar , salons, salle de billard tout est très beau . Dîner au coin du feu dans une salle à manger magnifique , très bon repas et bons vins . L’ensemble de l’équipe qui gère le manoir est attentionné , prévenant et chaleureux. Norman s’est bien occupé de nous Les amoureux d’histoire et de luxe seront comblés pour un rapport qualité prix excellent.Posted on Derek MVerified Amazing What a fabulous stay - definitely exceeded my expectations. The staff are amazing, particularly Norman who does many different roles... porter, waiter, sommelier, tour guide, and just a lovely person to chat to. Ronel and Hannlie were great too and gave us a personal tour of the impressive Mausoleum. Our suite had 4 rooms ... bedroom, sitting room, dressing and luggage room, and beautiful bathroom. We spotted a jackal from the bathrom window. The manor is even better than the photos on the website. We also had the extreme fortune to be the only guests that night (midweek) and so were able to explore the whole manor - several wings and stories and tour of cellar and wines by Norman. It reminded me of the book The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe - where the kids go exploring an old stately home. My only regret is not staying long enough to use the chess room and library and all the other rooms, and to explore the walking trails. Will definitely come back.Posted on katlego_810Verified Stay @ Welgelegen Manor Welgelegen Manor is a lovely, historic location that comes out of nowhere. Ronel and her team go out of there to make the stay hospitable and personal. Highly recommend it for families and couples. It's a heritage-perfect getaway just over an hour outside of Johannesburg.Posted on FILI VVerified Welgelegen Manor Stay over From the day we arrived, we were treated like royals. Thank you to Ronel and Norman for looking after us and spoiling us the whole time. The suite was beautiful and clean and we had a cozy fire the whole time. The food and wine was superb and thank you to the Chef and all the other staff for looking after us. We definite recommend this Manor for a weekend stay anytime. Very Quit and you can only hear the birds singing. Exquisite!
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