Warm and personable service by the team in a characterful old world setting. An antidote to increasingly generic offerings in the hospitality industry. Excellent vegan dinner and breakfast cooked by the owner and enjoyed in front of a crackling fire in the living room!

Termínem pobytu byl červenec 2025

Everything was great.

The food was absolutely amazing. The ambience of this place was magical. I truly enjoyed this stay very much and would definetely return in the future.

Termínem pobytu byl červen 2025

Hospitality Food

Termínem pobytu byl květen 2025

What an amazing evening. I had the most fabulous plant based meal. Thanks Martian. Paul and Marian were amazing hosts. I would go there again just for the vegan meal.

Termínem pobytu byl květen 2025

We stayed in Old Joe's Kaia on our first night in South Africa after driving up from Joburg. It's a real hidden jem, tucked off the main road and a little paradise when you get into the property. We stayed in a traditional roundel, which if you want an authentic experience but still want an en-suite was spot on. We had booked dinner in advance and that was a great call. The menu is vegan (and we very much are not) but the quality of cooking, ingredients, passion and love for the food was absolutely at the front and centre of the meal. We had a fabulous 4 course meal, which delighted with each course. The next morning we had the most incredible breakfast of our three weeks in SA, it was an array of flavours, colours and textures that I've never had anything like before. I genuinely believe that in a different setting, this food would be winning numerous awards. The value of the stay was exceptional and I thoroughly recommend staying here. It's a world away from the bland hotel chains and so much better for it!

Termínem pobytu byl duben 2025

Needs hand rails from car park to reception and rooms. Not easy for elderly and infirm.

Very friendly owners.

Termínem pobytu byl duben 2025

Perfect accommodation and great green food.

Termínem pobytu byl duben 2025

mattress and pollows were too soft. Although candles are provided for power interruptions there was no matches or lighter - fortunately not required!!

Breakfast was lovely - vegan, Mediterranean - a delight!

Termínem pobytu byl únor 2025

Great location, you enter the place and you're immediately in the jungle. Fantastic vegan breakfast and very tasty dinner, absolutely recommended. Very friendly owners. 10 out of 10.

Termínem pobytu byl prosinec 2024

Old Joe’s Kaia is a haven of tranquility. Every part of it is beautiful and Marian and Paul are extremely welcoming and went above and beyond to make our stay a wonderful experience. The vegan food they serve is absolutely delicious and contributes to the overall revitalising feel of the place. Heartily recommend!

Termínem pobytu byl prosinec 2024

A bar fridge with ice would have been nice.

This was our first experience with vegan food and we were pleasantly surprised. The plating, textures and tastes were amazing. The breakfasts were also exceptional!

Termínem pobytu byl prosinec 2024

The host went out of her way to accommodate us. The room were very clean.

Termínem pobytu byl říjen 2024

Lovely, relaxing, serene accommodation, very close to the N4 that was very convenient for our route back to Jburg. The lodge serves vegan food which was delicious.

Termínem pobytu byl srpen 2024

Nothing. Excellent stay and would come back again.

The food was exceptional. As non-vegan's we were not aware that the breakfasts and dinners would be vegan, but the food was beyond excellent. Mariane was a brilliant cook and her and Paul excellent hosts. My wife and I came away from our two days at Old Joe's Kaia feeling well rested and a little bit healthier.

Termínem pobytu byl srpen 2024

Nothing.

Old Joe's Kaia is so much more than an overnight stay. It is a feast for the senses. From the moment you arrive, you feel at home and start to relax. The food is excellent. It is a divine treat to be there. Thank you, Paul and Marian!

Termínem pobytu byl červenec 2024

Liked all of it

It had a very good home feel, the room was nice and quiet, the dining hall was very nice with a lot of character. The food was exceptional

Termínem pobytu byl červenec 2024

Nice room, amazing ground.

Termínem pobytu byl červenec 2024

That I ate too much, because it was delicious

Staff very friendly and happy to give advice on things to visit in the area. Meals were superb 😋

Termínem pobytu byl červen 2024

I would not change a thing, but I do recommend that the venue explain that the venue is not suitable for everyone. It is strictly vegan and the steps from parking to the rooms and down to the labyrinth is not suitable for travellers using walking aids or have mobility problems.

This venue is a vegan retreat. The breakfast and dinners are a melody of tastes. Really amazing.

Termínem pobytu byl červen 2024

Beds could be a more comfortable and WiFi wasn't available in the rooms, only in the main reception and dining area

The location is excellent as were the amazing vegan dinner and breakfast. Marianne's vegan meals are top notch and she is always willing to share ideas and knowledge for a healthier lifestyle.

Termínem pobytu byl leden 2024

Marian and Paul are excellent hosts. The vegan food is delicious, particularly the breakfasts which are out of this world.

Termínem pobytu byl prosinec 2023

Nothing

Remoteness

Termínem pobytu byl leden 2024

Lovely setting in the valley. Delicious vegan food and great hosts

Termínem pobytu byl prosinec 2023

Nothing

We loved how unique it was. Tucked away in the forest.

Termínem pobytu byl prosinec 2023