R516, Rooiberg, 21 Itaga Bela Bela Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, 0480 Mabula, South Africa
#47 of 66 hotels in Mabula
Guests' ChoiceBased on 36 hotel reviews
6.9Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Location
8.4
Facilities
6.6
Staff
7.0
Value for money
7.0
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Reviewed: February 11, 2025
Kayleigh
EswatiniThe house does need a bit of tlc. Some of the sliding doors did not lock, sections of the decking are broken with screws sticking out. Some light bulb weren't working. Just general maintainance issues that need to be done. The additions of aircons will be a huge value add.
A beautiful house in the bush. Loved the layout of the house. The pool was a very welcomed addition. Lynette was very helpful from booking to checking amd throughout our stay. The housekeeper (Marsha) was very friendly and professional.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: October 1, 2024
Emmah
South AfricaBedroom 3 had a very uncomfortable bed, one of the planks on the bed base was broken. Bedding was not clean. There was pee on the bathroom floor. We had to clean it coz the smell was unbearable.
The house is beautiful and the setup for the bedrooms is good for privacy
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 19, 2024
Van
South AfricaThe house needs maintenance and need to clean the grass roof inside
The view
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: January 10, 2024
Mandla
South AfricaEverything needs to be to be updated
Location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2023
Tina
South AfricaThere could have been some handsoap/ handcream and shampoo in each of the bathrooms. Advertising the unit as a Game Lodge, we expected a small touch like this Dishwasher lining coming away from the door We booked to rent the game viewer for a day, which unfortunately was not roadworthy
Location was excellent and we enjoyed being surrounded by the bush and roaming animals which was a lovely treat for our international visitors and the children in our party Rooms were beautifully decked out and comfortable
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 22, 2023
Gideon
South AfricaThe property requires some maintenance for example the globes need to be replaced on the balcony (only 1 globe of the Chandelier is working) the shower heads are not all in good working condition, the swimming pool water pipe need to be replaced or fixed, and some of the bed lamps/plugs are not working correctly. The game drive vehicle need to be repaired the flat tire and fuel pump/battery. Otherwise, we really enjoyed our experience.
Thank you we enjoyed our stay you are based in a great location and the ambiance is amazing.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: October 7, 2022
Alexandra
South AfricaLoadshedding , very hot ,no aircon in the rooms, got lost to find the place. Address says no 21, but it's 621. Google maps does not take you to the right location . Pool seems like it needed a bit of a clean. Filled it up with water, but it kept making a sucking noise, but that was not a big issue., it was lovely to cool off
Lovely place with everything anyone would need, you don't need to bring anything, just food and drinks. The dishes and glasses are good quality. Very comfy , enough space for everyone .Pool is nice. Nice view. Very close to plaaswinkel shop and ingwe restaurant and bar.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: September 9, 2022
Hibbert
South AfricaThe road to the Lodge was very poor. Also, the kitchen zinc was infested with cockroaches. The right hand showerhead in room 2 bathroom was leaking. Although we had to pay a R2000 breakage deposit, there was no list to check the content of the house.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: August 19, 2025
Agnew
United KingdomWas not ready on arrival: Dirty cutlery and crockery Dirty curtains and carpets Ashtray full of cigarettes Light in washing up area in kitchen did not work Cleaner which was sent in thought agreed that no one had been in before we arrived and said there were cobwebs and dirt everywhere. Had to spend our few days away with workmen coming in to fix problems and cleaners cleaning. Advert says toiletries included however there was no body wash available. We ordered logs for the fireplace but was given no firelighters or matches/ lighter to use.
The location The accommodation itself was beautiful and had huge potential.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: April 23, 2025
Ryan
United KingdomVery dirty. Cockroaches all over the kitchen. And dirty utensils in drawers. Microwave did not work. Struggling to get the R2500 breakage deposit refunded from host. We’ve had no communication about any issues and after asking Lynette about the refund she said she will get back to us. It’s nearly another week later and still no answer. We’ve checked out on the 11th of April 2025. Game Viewing vehicle hired for the day and was hoping to go on a sunrise drive but the vehicle had no fuel in it. Just about made it to the fuel station at the gate which did not open until 8 am. What a disappointment. If the key code was sent thought before 23:00 the night before we could have filled the vehicle with fuel the night before.
Beautiful house.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 18, 2025
Elize
South AfricaLocation good
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: November 24, 2024
Swanepoel
South AfricaCubboards was broken… railings at swimming pool was broken… wooden floors unstable… NOnextra linnen was supplied
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: June 17, 2024
Leon
South AfricaNeed cleaning. grass roof very dirty inside rooms No aircons and rooms was cold. General maintenance poor
location is good. cleaner was very friendly
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: March 13, 2024
Estee
South AfricaI had to pay a deposit of 2500 which they said would be refunded within 7 days It is now over 3 weeks since my stay and I have not been refunded I have tried to contact them numerous times and have had no response
Nice location- peaceful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2023
Princess
South AfricaI actually loved everything
The location was so perfect and also the surroundings of it.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: May 8, 2023
Sarah
South AfricaMagnificent holiday home, with a beautiful deck area and pool. The entertainment area is separate to the bedrooms and it is a perfect retreat for couples or families. Great value for money. We really enjoyed using the game vehicle. Thank you Lynette for all your assistance and for being so understanding.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: March 8, 2023
Samantha
South AfricaBeautiful Modern Venue with Stunning Views Comfortable Clean and spacious too. Fully equipped with all the necessities and amenities needed. Mingwe is majestic and we will definitely go back. Enjoyed our game drive with so much to see.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: November 23, 2022
Elsa
South AfricaLovely view, spacious rooms, very comfortable.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: February 7, 2025
Ingrid
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 6, 2025
Brendon
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
James
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: October 16, 2022
Lesiba
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: June 16, 2025
Juane
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: March 10, 2025
Charity
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
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