Press Releases
De Hoek wins 2018 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award
March 12, 2018
Magaliesburg, South Africa, January 2018 – De Hoek Country Hotel today announced it has been recognised as a winner in the Top 25 Hotels in South Africa category of the 2018 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice™ awards for Hotels, ranking 18th out of 25. Travellers’ Choice award winners were determined based on the millions of reviews and... Read More
The Baton of ownership passes at De Hoek
March 8, 2018
Johann and Emma Redelinghuys and their family, the original founders of this award winning, elegant, Magaliesburg Country House Hotel, have sold the business to Isaac and Khumo Shongwe who now become the sole owners. Isaac is the founder and Chairman of Letsema Holdings – a ‘buy and hold’ investment Company- in which he founded Letsema... Read More
Exciting New Executive Chef Appointed
March 8, 2018
De Hoek Country Hotel, a luxury award-winning privately owned country hotel in Magaliesburg, is delighted to announce Jacques Swart as their new Executive Chef. Jacques Swart is a highly experienced and talented young Chef, dedicated to producing World-Class Cuisine, using the finest seasonal produce that can be sourced in the local area. Jacques believes in... Read More
New appointments at De Hoek
January 31, 2017
There have been a number of new appointments at De Hoek Country Hotel in Magaliesburg. Gavin Ferreira has been named as the new General Manager, while Khulule Mkhabela has been appointed as Sales Manager. Ferreira started his career in the hospitality industry in 2001 and has held several luxury hotel management positions, including most recently... Read More
De Hoek Country Hotel,a quintessential destination in Magaliesberg
January 30, 2017
It has been 6 years since I last crossed this bridge, that leads visitors to the main reception area The weight limit is 3 tons…not a problem for guests when they arrive. But after the food on offer, they might have a problem leaving. For more about the food: The crown on the room key... Read More
Gavin Ferreira joins De Hoek as GM
January 30, 2017
Gavin Ferreira recently took on the role of General Manager at the De Hoek Country Hotel in Magaliesburg, just outside of Johannesburg. He moves upcountry from the Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa, taking over the reins from Michael Holenstein who recently sold his shares to Isaac and Khumo Shongwe as he was appointed to the... Read More
Gavin Ferreira to manage De Hoek Country Hotel
January 26, 2017
De Hoek Country Hotel has appointed Gavin Ferreira as its new general manager. Ferreira’s managerial expertise comes from years of experience working in the luxury hospitality industry in South Africa and abroad. Ferreira commenced his career in hospitality at the Fairy Knowe Hotel and Resort in Wilderness after which he moved to the United Kingdom.... Read More
De Hoek Country Hotel beefs up management team
January 25, 2017Magaliesburg, Gauteng – De Hoek Country Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Gavin Ferreira to the position of General Manager and Khulile Mkhabela as Sales Manager. Gavin Ferreira, started his career in the hospitality industry in 2001, and has held several luxury Hotel management positions including most recently Deputy General Manager of The... Read More
The top 25 hotels in South Africa
January 25, 2017
TripAdvisor has released the hotel category winners in their 2017 Travelers’ Choice Awards – which means they’ve also released the top hotels in South Africa. Unfortunately none of SA’s hotels made it into the world’s top 25, but we still boast exceptional hotels locally. The top 25 hotels in South Africa are determined based on... Read More
Anytime is teatime
January 12, 2017
Tea makes everything better, don’t you agree? So before the work rush starts, why not treat your girls to a superb High Tea at De Hoek? A stunning, scenic location … check! Full-flavoured tea … check! An assortment of sweet and savoury treats … check! Now all you need is a few lovely ladies to... Read More
Escape to the Romantic De Hoek Country Hotel
June 20, 2016
So, you want to leave the humdrum routine of busy city life behind you and enjoy fine dining, luxury accommodation and create memories that will last you a lifetime? If your answer is yes, then surprise and treat that special someone by taking them on a romantic escape to the countryside. Only an hour drive... Read More
Romantic bliss in the Magaliesberg
February 12, 2016
De Hoek Country Hotel gets the blend of traditional country and contemporary luxury just right, and fine dining and a magnificent setting complete the package. A romantic escape to the countryside Only an hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria, the five-star De Hoek is the perfect romantic weekend escape – and won’t disappoint in any... Read More