Home to the iconic Hartbeespoort Dam, the resort town of Hartbeespoort has plenty of breathtaking landscapes, outdoor adventures and charming accommodations, making it one of the best romantic destinations in South Africa. When in Hartbeespoort, animal lovers can take a trip to The Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeespoort Dam and have the unique experience of walking hand-in-trunk with baby elephants. For another stellar romantic date, you can visit Little Paris with your partner and have your name engraved on a lock that you can place amongst thousands of other locks. While in little Paris, you can also witness the charming miniature version of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy an authentic French meal at the famous French Toast Koffie Kaffee. If you are also planning to visit Hartbeespoort with your partner, keep reading to learn about the best romantic getaways in Hartbeespoort, South Africa, for an intimate and comfortable stay.
Tip from tour guide
The Elephant Sanctuary is an amazing way to learn about and interact with these gentle giants. This is one of the most-visited attractions in South Africa, so if you love wildlife, you must add this to your itinerary if you're going on a romantic getaway. We had a thrilling experience visiting with a lovely couple from the USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to couple-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. The Venue Country Hotel & Spa (from USD 104)
Have the getaway of your dreams at this hotel located 21.6 km (13.4 mi) south of Hartbeespoort, surrounded by lush greenery. With a year-round swimming pool and spa facilities that provide couples massage, the hotel is also perfect for couples looking for a quiet and intimate time. With a terrace restaurant and a bar, the hotel has everything on its premises for a comfortable stay.
Apart from day trips to Hartbeespoort, you can check out the famous Lesedi Cultural Village which is less than a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Situated within the beautiful Magaliesberg, the area is also popular for cycling.
Tip from tour guide
The Venue Country Hotel & Spa places you close to Lesedi Cultural Village where you can learn more about the African culture. This beautiful family from Belgium is learning how to use the African djembe drum from local experts, which is just a part of the fun things you can do here.
The Venue Country Hotel & Spa
Address: Pelindaba Road (R512) 140 Kalkheuvel Farm 493 North West
12.63 km (7.9 mi) from Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort
2. Three Oaks and an Aloe Boutique Hotel (from USD 67)
Reasonable pricing for a boutique hotel with value-added amenities.
Well-kept property, spa services, spacious rooms, and entertainment room.
Conveniently located near attractions with beautiful views and serene surroundings.
Delicious homemade-style meals, accommodating vegetarian options, and excellent breakfast.
With a quality spa that offers couples therapy, this hotel is ideal for couples looking for a quiet and intimate retreat. Less than 10 minutes away from the shore of Hartbeespoort Dam reservoir, the hotel is located in a premium location. After a day full of excursions, you can take advantage of the on-site restaurant and bar, followed by a dip in the outdoor swimming pool. The hotel boasts great outdoor spaces, including an outdoor fireplace, an outdoor dining area, a terrace and a garden.
The hotel also provides weekend romance packages, which include a romantic room setup, a three-course candlelight dinner and couples massages.
Tip from tour guide
Three Oaks and an Aloe Boutique Hotel is a 14-minute drive away from Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeespoort and offers easy access to this beautiful location. I visited here with the Wahab family from the USA, and we had a thrilling experience on the Animal Interaction Tour. Here, we walked with the world's largest animals, elephants, the world's fastest animal, cheetahs, and the king of the bushveld, the lion.
Three Oaks and an Aloe Boutique Hotel
Address: No 44 R514, Melodie A.H., Hartbeespoort
344 meters (0.3 ft) from Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort
3. First Group Magalies Park (from USD 93)
Located on the foothills of the Magaliesberg, the surroundings and setting of this hotel are such that it feels like it’s straight out of a romance film. Complementing its beautiful surroundings, the hotel has stunning outdoor spaces, including a picnic area and a golf course. You can take advantage of the spa and wellness centre, where you can treat yourself to massages and body, hair and facial treatments. During the evenings, you can sit at the on-site bar and try Portuguese cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants.
With one indoor and two outdoor swimming pools, the hotel is perfect for those who like to spend their vacations on the poolside.
First Group Magalies Park
Address: Krugersdorp & Skeerpoort Roads, Brits
10.9 km (6.8 mi) from Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort
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4. Mount Amanzi (from USD 67)
Reasonably priced breakfast with varied choices. Some units need updates.
Excellent outdoor facilities, heated pool, and kids' activities. Some units need updates.
Tranquil location with stunning mountainous views and private river access.
Good quality food, but slow service at the restaurant. Some issues with pricing and cleanliness.
With several different wedding packages, Mount Amanzi is one of the most charming places to tie the knot. With the option of getting married outdoors, in the lush greenery surrounded by the Magaliesberg mountain range, you are sure to have the wedding of your dreams.
Located next to Crocodile River, the hotel is ideal for couples who like to go hiking. After a day of hiking and excursions, you can make the most of the hotel amenities and take advantage of the swimming pool and spa. Before retiring for the day, you can have a few drinks at the on-site bar, followed by a romantic dinner at the restaurant.
Mount Amanzi
Address: Cnr Old Rustenburg Rd & R512
4.29 km (2.7 mi) from Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort
Hartbeespoort Tour Guide
Thabang Molefe
My name is Thabang Molefe, Director/ Owner of Tsalanang Travel & Tours. I’m a qualified National Tourist Guide in South Africa, born and breast fed in Johannesburg. I have worked in the sports & events industry where I discovered my passion for traveling, and later worked with some of the TOP destination management/operators in South Africa. I love meeting people, and exchangin... Read more
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5. Well-maintained dome surrounded by greenery (from USD 35)
It can’t get better than this dome in Hartbeespoort for couples looking for an offbeat stay on their romantic getaway.
The place has a well-appointed kitchen that includes a refrigerator and a microwave. Right at the entrance, there is an outdoor seating area where you can enjoy your meals and coffee while taking in the stunning scenery. The place is equipped with Wi-Fi, using which you can stream movies on your laptop and have the perfect movie night with your partner.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
amazing accommodation very clean and sweetvery peaceful and cleanwe checked in early the house was clean and we woke up to a beautiful mountain viewthe place was so welcoming and really clean neat and really friendly adele is the bestadele is a great host the place is clean neat and tidyHost:
the host is funny friendly and welcomingwhat an amazing host impeccableadeleis a great hostlovely host adele made us feel very welcomeamazing stay kind lady very understanding and considerateRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was superbgood location though tricky to find at firstit's nice and central and definitely a place we will visit againbeautiful place and closer to all shops &activitiessuch a perfect place to stay i wish i booked more days
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Have an intimate vacation in Hartbeespoort
With attractions like Hartbeespoort Dam and Little Paris, the town has a laidback charm that is unmatched in South Africa. Before your trip to Hartbeespoort, review this list of the best romantic getaways and book one for quality time with your partner.
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