Welcome to the Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge

Waterval Boven / Emgwenya, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

Enjoy the warm embrace of The Shamrock Arms – a 4 Star Guest Lodge offering good value, tranquil surroundings and wholesome food.

Superbly situated on the Mpumalanga Highlands Meander Route – a mere two-and-a-half-hour drive from Johannesburg – and clasped by the picturesque and historic village of Waterval Boven / Emgwenya – you are guaranteed a country-village ambience that will soothe your soul.

It is an ideal stopover for the business and leisure traveler on route to the Kruger National Park, the Panorama Route or Mozambique.

Shamrock Accommodation – Celtic Theme (Ireland)

The incredible thing about Ireland is that it is so rich in history and culture and can boast having been the home for various civilisation’s  going back thousands of years.

Many of the Celtic symbols and signs, for example, played a very important and powerful role in every way of life of the Celts – and are still very much alive in modern day Ireland.

The Celts lived in Ireland and Western Europe from about 500BC to 400 AD – were of the Iron age and lived in small villages led by warrior chiefs.

In keeping with the Irish identity, we have named all our rooms after Celtic symbols and signs. When you login into any of the rooms a short explanation of the meaning of the symbol / sign is given.

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Claddagh Ring Room

King-Sized bed / two single beds, private outside entrance, air conditioning, electronic safe and free wifi.

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Brigid’s Cross Room

King-Sized bed / two single beds, private outside entrance, air conditioning, electronic safe and free wifi.

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Shamrock Room

King-Sized bed / two single beds, private outside entrance, air conditioning, electronic safe and free wifi.

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Irish Harp Room

King-Sized bed / two single Beds, private outside entrance, air conditioning and free wifi.

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Celtic Cross Room

King-Sized bed / two single beds, private outside entrance, air conditioning and free wifi.

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Trinity Knot Room

Queen-Sized bed, private outside entrance, air-conditioning, en-suite shower and free wifi.

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Crann Bethadh Room

Queen-Sized bed, private outside entrance, air-conditioning, en-suite shower, and free wifi.

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Reviews

  • star rating  This is a historic building but the rooms have been modernised to a good standard.
    There is a quaint pub for residents only and it was the only place to... read more

    Farrarmere
    October 8, 2020
  • star rating  Most enjoyable stay - I stayed at the Shamrock Arms with my 2 grand children on the way to the Kruger National Park. I received a warm welcome from the very charming host. The... read more

    GillianK8
    April 8, 2022
  • star rating  Thank you Shamrock team for making this a very special weekend for us. Thank you Sue for going the extra mile, making us a card and the special decorations, after... read more

    668silindilem
    August 10, 2021
  • star rating  We stayed for a last minute weekend break over the holiday weekend in August 2019. Terry and Sue were extremely friendly and welcoming and we enjoyed the weekend in very... read more

    betty n
    August 11, 2019
  • star rating  We only stayed for one night but it was the best experience with the most pleasant hosts. Would highly recommend this place if you like a comfy and warm atmosphere.... read more

    DayTrip790946
    August 28, 2021
  • star rating  Such a charming little guest lodge! It was a most welcome and pleasant experience for us. We decided to break the drive from JNB to KNP and chose... read more

    avatar thumb DJm505
    January 15, 2023
  • star rating  Good location, half way between Johannesburg and Kruger gate. We were welcomed by Sue and taken to our very comfortable room with all the amenities we needed. Enjoyed a couple... read more

    Roving159265
    May 5, 2021
  • star rating  My husband had booked a long weekend away for my birthday, to the Shamrock Arms Guest Lodge. Unbeknown to me, my daughter had liaised with management
    and advised them of... read more

    MaryCOLLINSSCOTTROBE
    May 18, 2021
  • star rating  We stayed at Shamrock Arms for the first time in 2012 and have been back at least ten times since then. It's a convenient break when driving from our home... read more

    retireesUK2011
    July 9, 2019
  • star rating  Sue and Charles are Fantastic hosts, our accommodation was very comfortable with a cozy bar and dining room where we enjoyed a great meal. We were very... read more

    RuiLav
    October 20, 2021