Reviews of Mario & Luiza's Place - Cozy Stay with Pool & Braai
12 Edward Philcox Street, Hospital Hill, 6850 Worcester, South Africa

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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewI enjoyed the breakfast. An the food.
The cat.
Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI really enjoyed the lovely location and the wonderful Worcester hospitality. Our hosts were great and attention to detail was always a factor. The rooms are fab and cozy. Entertainment area was also lovely
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you enjoyed the weekend, the location, and our Worcester hospitality. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re happy to hear you felt comfortable and cozy. You’re always welcome back anytime! 🌸
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you enjoyed the weekend, the location, and our Worcester hospitality. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re happy to hear you felt comfortable and cozy. You’re always welcome back… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFriendly,safety,clean,etc
Thank you so much! 🙏 I’m glad you enjoyed using our kitchen 👩🍳🍣 to prepare your Japanese food. It’s always a pleasure to host wonderful guests like you 🌸. You’re welcome back anytime! 🏡✨
Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewHosts Mario..very welcomming and amazing, always available for whatever you need. Place was very neat ,clean and welcomming.
There was nothing not to like everything was of great satisfaction.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a real pleasure hosting you. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and felt comfortable here. You’re always welcome back anytime! 😊
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was very clean, very quiet, I enjoyed it alot.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, especially the cleanliness and peaceful atmosphere. You’re welcome back anytime! 😊
Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewI loved everything.... The hosting couple was very friendly and welcoming.
The fact that there is no TV in the room.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you felt welcomed — it means a lot to us. The suggestion about having a TV in the room is a great one, and we'll definitely look into it. Hope to host you again soon!
Reviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewMario is amazing, he accommodated us on a late arrival, we arrived at 21h22 and kept in touch with him the entire way when we were delayed due to many trucks on the road. He and his beautiful dogs welcomed us and showed us around. Very comfortable stay, shower in your own room. Comfortable and clean, perfect for a stop over through to CPT. Mario is extremely hospitable and made us the most delicious Brazilian coffee to send us on our way the next morning :)
The bathroom is not entirely private - there is no toilet in your own room, so the toilet is communal but the shower is in your own room which was okay. Generally prefer an ensuite but this was perfect for our stay over and the facilities were extremely clean.
Wow, thank you so much! It was such a pleasure having you here — even with the late arrival, you were wonderful guests. I’m really happy you enjoyed the stay (and the Brazilian coffee 😄). Safe travels and come back anytime!
Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewHosts are a wonderful couple
It was a pleasure hosting you. Hope to see you again.
Reviewed: 5 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery nice! Clean and very accommodating. The hosts were very friendly!
Thank you very much. It was a pleasure hosting you. Welcome back at anytime. ☺️
Reviewed: 2 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 2 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe price for the stay was a bargain with all the amenities we had access to.
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure hosting you. Such wonderful guests — respectful, clean, and tidy. We truly enjoyed having you at our place and would be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Reviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGood people and welcoming
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you felt welcomed — it’s always our goal to make every guest feel at home. We hope to host you again in the future! Warm regards
Reviewed: 17 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery pleasant stay! The accommodation was clean, quiet, and absolutely hassle-free. We were warmly welcomed and felt at home right away. In the morning, we were even offered a coffee and it was the best Brazilian coffee we've ever had! Many thanks for the warm hospitality, we’d love to come back!
Nothing to complain about, everything was great!
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re really happy you enjoyed your stay and felt at home — that means a lot to us. And we’re so glad you loved the coffee! You’re welcome back anytime, it would be awesome to host you again. All the best, Mario & Luiza
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re really happy you enjoyed your stay and felt at home — that means a lot to us. And we’re so glad you loved the coffee! You’re welcome back anytime, it would be awesome to host you again. All the b… Show more
Reviewed: 16 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt was a very nice setup,the environment was phenomenal 👌it was value for the money will recommend it too many people.. Well done keep up the good service.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 It was a pleasure having you. Such wonderful and friendly guests — so neat and respectful too! We’re really glad you enjoyed the setup and the environment. You’re always welcome back anytime. 🌟
Reviewed: 15 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely flawless! From the moment I arrived, I knew this would be a truly special experience. The pool is a real gem — sparkling clean, refreshing, and perfect for unwinding. But what truly won me over was the outdoor area: a peaceful little haven with a hammock, comfy chairs, and a cozy vibe that invites you to slow down and enjoy the moment. The hosts are incredibly kind and welcoming. I was greeted with a chocolate truffle — such a thoughtful gesture. Luiza offered me a slice of her homemade cake, which was absolutely delicious! And Mario’s coffee… honestly, it’s the best coffee I’ve ever had in my life. They also provide coffee, tea, and milk, always making sure guests feel right at home. I had my own key to the house throughout the stay, which gave me a great sense of comfort and independence. The location is just perfect. There’s a mall and shopping center very close by, a supermarket literally a one-minute walk from the house, and all the essentials are within easy reach. It’s very close to the city center, but at the same time, the area feels calm, safe, and scenic. You even get stunning views of the mountains and a beautiful lake nearby — the sunsets there are absolutely breathtaking. The house itself is spotless — everything is incredibly clean, organized, and well-maintained. And the bathroom? Truly exceptional — modern, elegant, and one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen in a place like this. The entire décor of the house is tasteful, modern, and clearly arranged with great attention and care. The pets are lovely! The dogs are super friendly, and although I hardly saw the cat, she’s adorable and very quiet. The bedding was amazing — high-quality sheets, soft, clean, and extremely comfortable. Sleeping there felt like luxury. This was an unforgettable stay — the kind that makes you wish you could stay longer. It’s much more than just a place to sleep; it’s an experience of true hospitality, comfort, and peace.
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Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt review! We’re truly touched by your kind words and so happy to hear that your stay was such a memorable experience. It means the world to us that you felt welcomed, comfortable, and at home — that’s exactly what we aim for with every guest. We’re glad you enjoyed the outdoor space, the coffee (Mario will be thrilled!), and Luiza’s cake — and of course, we’ll let the pets know they got a mention too! You’re always welcome back anytime — it would be a pleasure to host you again. Until next time! Warm regards,
Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt review! We’re truly touched by your kind words and so happy to hear that your stay was such a memorable experience. It means the world to us that you felt welcomed, comfortable, and at ho… Show more
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt's really great being in a place where there is already everything you need to be human. I stayed a night with my partner and wanted to make some braaibroodjies, and I didn't have to worry about if there are plates or knives or cutting boards etc. Really great hosts as well, they were really welcoming. Also really friendly dogs.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you and your partner felt at home and had everything you needed for a comfortable stay — including making some braaibroodjies! It was a pleasure having you, and we’re happy to hear you enjoyed the space and our friendly dogs. You’re always welcome back anytime!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you and your partner felt at home and had everything you needed for a comfortable stay — including making some braaibroodjies! It was a pleasure having you, and we’re happy to hear y… Show more