Mare street Hoedspruit , 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#74 of 86 hotels in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 145 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Free Wifi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 14, 2025
Phil
South AfricaMaintenance needs to play there roll to clean leaves on the swimming pool. And they needs to arrange wood and clean after use of braai too.
I really did like the Tend room, was very clean, the location was easy to find. Great place to visit.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Chris
NetherlandsNothing all excellent
Very toughtfull staff and friendly.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 19, 2025
Chantè
South AfricaThe view is stu
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 8, 2025
Camellia
United StatesFor the price, I expected breakfast included. Breakfast was R125/pp in addition to the price of the room. The Wi-Fi was mostly ok but cut out sometimes. There were lots of 3 prong sockets but no 2 prong (mostly a “me” problem).
It was pretty and peaceful (except for the wind rushing up the cannon all night). Staff was polite.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 16, 2025
Mapula
South AfricaBath n shower needs attention. There was water everywhere on the floor after use. Upstairs floor creaks a lot
It’s refreshing.Perfect for nature lovers
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 8, 2025
Fineberg
South AfricaEverything!!! Pledge was AMAZING We will be back with friends and definitely hire the tents again Just incredible views and beautiful property. Tasty breakfast and we loved everything about our stay
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 2, 2025
Smit
South AfricaNot a huge issue, keeping in mind the available space...kitchen and bathroom so cloce together
Had a great time, so relaxing. Staff was exceptional, so friendly and welcoming. Will be back, for sure
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 7, 2025
Malungane
South AfricaWi-Fi connection was seriously poor that I couldn't do my work on system
Location was good and the view of the mountain
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 28, 2025
Leisha
South AfricaThere’s was noise from other people on Friday night.
Location was great.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 22, 2025
Dewald
South AfricaI found a previous guests receipt in the room. Making me wonder if someone checked the room before we checked in. But that, really, is the only complaint.
The view is stunning. A good tip, if you sleep over here make sure you wake up early to watch the sunrise
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 19, 2025
Lufuno
South AfricaThe cottage was so beautiful, wood was available next to braai stand, no need to buy wood, cutlery was available too and wifi to make life easier
It was easy to find location to Amafu through Google map
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 27, 2025
Naomi
South AfricaI liked everything from the staff, accommodation, facility, weather, everything.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 27, 2025
Kgodiso
South AfricaEverything was perfect but the property should consider operating their restaurant 24/7
The property was clean ,comfortable and so refreshing.The stay there was good and perfect for couples 👌
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 23, 2025
Ignatius
South AfricaReception was very helpful. Room was clean
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 20, 2025
Viven
South AfricaViews Experience Value for money
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: December 30, 2024
Phunyuka
South AfricaWe had no hot water, we didn’t wait long enough for it to be resolved though
Location, the host and our cottage.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 10, 2024
Gielie
South AfricaAmafu great place beautiful views. Friendly staff. Houses needs some attention.
Good and friendly staff
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2024
David
South AfricaThey must put a mass light at the braai stand in tent 2 because at night when we were having braai, we had to use our phones
Everything about the place
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Xitsundzuxo
South AfricaIt’s in a very quiet! You get to relax and have time out from the busy world. The swimming pool is gorgeous
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 24, 2024
Ryan
United KingdomThe driveway up the property has a dip that damages the car when you drive up and because of it’s steepness needs attention The upstairs bathroom needs urgent maintenance . Toilet seat is all chopped , toilet roll holder broken , shower tap comes off in your hand , wiring is exposed . Upstairs needs curtains as you can see right in . The Trelli door on front door doesn’t work .
Great location Secluded
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 18, 2024
Vuyokazi
South AfricaDeck needs to be repainted
The tranquility
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 6, 2024
Megan
South AfricaThere were a group of really noisy young adults below us playing very loud music and shouting at the top of their voices, just behaving badly, despite being asked to be quiet, eventually they were made to keep quite at 11:30 and some were sent away. But at 8am the noise was back again. For me the draw of this lodge is peace and quiet. The management really needs to keep a lid on this kind of party raucous behavior or the lodge will fall to the level of Swadini, where loud music and crazy parties are allowed and it ruins it for nature, quiet loving people. The Tents at the top need a serious make over, poles have fallen out of the tents and generally needs a good handy man to to repairs and upkeep.
Beautiful View, Stunning gardens, Tent positioned so well and really lovely to be so high and have the bush right around you. You hear the lions at night as well as the Hyenas, lovely owl sounds and Night Jars.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 5, 2024
Matlotlo
South AfricaThe breakfast was nice & enjoyable & also affordable... THE location is at the right spot coz it's peaceful with less people 😊our next trip we r going back there like it was able to accommodate all 13 of us 😊🥺
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Suzette
South AfricaFriendly and very helpful staff and owner. Tent was clean, comfortable with all needed extras and the view is exceptionally beautuful. Will definitely visit Amafu again. Pledge you are an awesome hostess. Always willing to walk the extra mile.
Stayed in March 2024
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