Title: Mount Shekinah Country Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Hotel in Balgowan with free breakfast and an outdoor pool ![Snack bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/92b83601.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/91c7776a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, an infinity pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/a1b7120c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/4def25ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/41bd42d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mount Shekinah Country Hotel offers a peaceful countryside retreat. Guests enjoy English breakfast, explore garden grounds, or relax on sunny terraces. The on-site restaurant serves local specialties, and the infinity pool has comfortable sun loungers for afternoon relaxation. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping - Pool ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 2 - Nov. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 3 - Nov. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=23493622&PinnedHotelID=23493622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Standard Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/4e1ee081.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Cottage ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Hair dryer Bathrobes Electric kettle - 193 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/cfccd0d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Hair dryer Bathrobes - 430 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room, 2 Single Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/85bfda4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Hair dryer Bathrobes Electric kettle - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Executive Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23500000/23493700/23493622/7a335bab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Hair dryer Bathrobes Electric kettle - 581 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBalgowan-Hotels-Mount-Shekinah-Country-Hotel.h23493622.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBalgowan-Hotels-Mount-Shekinah-Country-Hotel.h23493622.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.40030%2C30.05720&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gzBiGVVeAzW6ugI0RwRoFVhS-YQ=) R103 Howick Balgowan, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal, 3275 #### What's nearby - Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 11 min drive - 10.9 km - Fordoun Spa - 20 min drive - 17.4 km - Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 23 min drive - 22.0 km - Abingdon Wine Estate - 24 min drive - 21.3 km - Howick Public Falls - 32 min drive - 31.4 km #### Getting around - Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Piggly Wiggly Coffee Shop - ‬17 min drive - ‪The Bierfassl - ‬12 min drive - ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive - ‪Terbodore Coffee - ‬24 min drive - ‪Blueberry Café - ‬19 min drive ## About this property ### Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Property highlights Consider a stay at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Infinity pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - An outdoor pool, concierge services, and a banquet hall - Smoke-free premises and meeting rooms Room features All guestrooms at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel boast thoughtful touches such as bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Balconies or patios, electric kettles, and heating ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103100000/103096800/103096731/68930684.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pleasant Places by Sanaandi Lidgeton - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available CA $135 CA $156 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=103096731&PinnedHotelID=103096731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19460000/19458800/19458773/d023316f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bosch Hoek Lodge Curry's Post - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $183 CA $210 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=19458773&PinnedHotelID=19458773&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1830000/1828200/1828166/99614e7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fordoun Hotel & Spa Nottingham Road - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa 9.6 Exceptional 130 reviews CA $230 CA $271 total includes taxes & fees Dec 3 - Dec 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=1828166&PinnedHotelID=1828166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Infinity pool - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### More - Banquet hall - Built in 2006 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### Property is also known as Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Balgowan Mount Shekinah Country Balgowan Mount Shekinah Country Mount Shekinah Hotel Balgowan Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Hotel Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Balgowan Mount Shekinah Country Hotel Hotel Balgowan ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Mount Shekinah Country Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools. ### Is Mount Shekinah Country Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel? > Check-in begins at 2 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mount Shekinah Country Hotel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Mount Shekinah Country Hotel located? > Situated in Balgowan, this hotel is steps from Michaelhouse Nature Reserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Gowrie Farm Golf Course and Sherwood Centre. The Junction and Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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