Is Shepherds Tree Game Reserve really a five-star hotel?

Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Shepherds Tree Game Reserve

★★★★★ Shepherds Tree, Pilanesberg Game Reserve, Pilanesberg, ZA

9.6 guest rating· 1723 reviews

The five stars

Shepherds Tree Game Reserve holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Swimming pool, Room service, Terrace, Spa/wellness center and Outdoor pool.

Guests score it 9.6/10 across 1723 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Lodge in the Heart of Nature

Elegant Rooms with Scenic Views : Experience the beauty of Shepherds Tree Game Reserve from your elegantly furnished room with en-suite bathrooms and stunning views of the reserve. Upgrade to a suite for a spacious lounge area to relax in.

Exciting Game Drives and Relaxing Spa : Embark on guided game drives in open vehicles to witness the wildlife in the morning and evening. After your adventures, unwind at the spa center or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool.

Convenient Amenities and Dining : Indulge in the on-site restaurant's delicious offerings. With a malaria-free environment, a 2.5-hour drive from Johannesburg, Shepherds Tree Game Reserve is the perfect escape for nature lovers.

Book now to immerse yourself in luxury and wildlife at Shepherds Tree Game Reserve.

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Villa

Sleeps 2 · 110 m² · Queen bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

Guests will have a special experience as this villa offers a pool with a view. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa is consisted of of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that is fitted with a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. This villa features soundproof walls, a mini-bar, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.

Standard Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 44 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

This air-conditioned room has an private bathroom and a patio overlooking the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. The room consists of of a main bedroom with outdoor shower.

Executive Suite

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Air conditioning
Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Bathrobe
Private bathroom

This suite offers an en-suite master bedroom with an en-suite indoor shower and double outdoor shower. Each suite has a lounge with a flat-screen TV with selected satellite channels. The lounge leads out onto a patio with view over the Pilanesberg Game Reserve.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Kids' pool
Outdoor pool
Pool bar
Pool with view
Swimming pool
Spa/wellness center
Free Parking
Accessible parking
Breakfast in the room
Restaurant
Bar
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Air conditioning

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Sun loungers or beach chairs
Golf course
24-hour front desk
Room service
24-hour security
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Airport drop off
Airport pick up
Archery
Baby safety gates
Babysitting/child services
Bike tours
Board games/puzzles
Cashless payment available
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Children's playground
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Coffee Shop on site
Concierge service
Daily housekeeping
Delivered food - securely covered
Designated smoking area
Entertainment staff
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Food delivered to guest room
Fruits
Game drives
Garden
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Heating
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Key card access
Kid meals
Laundry
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Live music/performance
Luggage storage
Massage services
Meeting/banquet facilities
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Physical distancing in dining areas
Physical distancing rules followed
Private check-in/check-out
Process in place to check health of guests
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Safety deposit box
Shared lounge/TV area
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Soundproof rooms
Special diet menus - on request
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Terrace
Themed dinner nights
Tour/class on local culture
Walking tours
Wine/champagne

Location

Shepherds Tree, Pilanesberg Game Reserve, Pilanesberg, ZA

Check-in: from 02:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out: until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.61723 reviews

+ Exceptional food+ Friendly staff+ Beautiful setup− Issues with cleanliness− Slow service at times

Cleanliness8.7

Service9.9

Location9.7

Room Quality9.7

Amenities9.2

Value for Money9.7

Loved every moment of it!
10.0
Amazing experience from the moment I walked in!
− We only did 1 night so felt like we hardly spent time in our beautiful room.
Tarryn · ZA · 2026-07-25

A magical weekend getaway
10.0
The food and service was impeccable
− Only 1 bottle of water in the room per day
Mosa · ZA · 2026-07-22

Guest review
10.0
Camera standard di lusso con un bagno stratosferico, ottimo cibo sempre vario, gentilezza estrema del personale, safari più lunghi del previsto, bell'idea offrire un rinfresco prima dei safari. Lo consiglio!
Qiaoyana · IT · 2026-07-21

My stay at shepherds tree was amazing - the staff were so friendly, the accommodation was super luxurious, and the game
10.0
The accommodation was fab and there were lots of small touches that made it feel special like the chocolates in the turn down service
− The food could have been slightly better but was still very good
Olivia · GB · 2026-07-20

Simply the best for a weekend break
10.0
The food was excellent and the menus well thought out. Our room was perfect and the outside shower a bonus.
Oliver · GB · 2026-07-17

Truely AMAZING
10.0
This place is truly AMAZING - 10/10 - we loved it & everything about it, we couldn’t fault it! The staff are fantastic - a special thank you to Senzo our game guide. The accommodation is beautiful, the food is plentiful & excellent and the Elephants visiting just outside the bar area was so amazing
− Nothing
Carla · GB · 2026-07-17

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Shepherds Tree Game Reserve really a five-star hotel?: Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Included in the rate is accommodations, meals and 2 game drives a day (dawn and dusk). Excluded is all drinks, spa, curio shop purchases and conservation levy.

Please note, children under 6 years are not permitted to go on game drives.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

›Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.