Hans Merensky Hotel and Spa

For my Golf Course Review the Hans Merensky stays one of the great courses in SA. Beautifull layout and the wildlife on the course in not shabby either (in one round we saw Giraffe, impala, warthoggs, hippo's, crocodiles and to many different bird species to mention. The course is in reasonable condition - I spoke to some members and apparently they had problems with water (broken water pumps) a coupleof months ago which knocked the condition of the course. It is almost back to what it should be. I would love to go back and play it again in six to twelve months time. There is alot of challenging holes and you have to think your way through the course. Well worth it to rather walk the course than use a cart as it is a great walk and you appreciate the scenery and wildlife even more. The 17th hole is an absalute gem over a dam with hippos and crocs lurking and one of the most beautifull short holes onany SA course. The course poses a good challenge to even low handicappers whilst a high handicapper can still enjoy it. There is a few risk reward par 5 holes where you can go for it in two risking landing in the water. A must play course for any keen SA golfer. Proshop is a tad overpriced as is the meals at the restaurant/halfwayhouse. The drinks is well priced at the bar and even the drinks cart bringing you drinks on the course. There is some upgrading and renovations on the go to the entrances, buildings, etc. which should make the facilities even more impressive. I will be back in years time for sure!