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Reviews of Wetlands Game Lodge

Farm Oudehoutdraai R543 towards Piet Retief, 2480 Wakkerstroom, South Africa

#4 of 9 hotels in Wakkerstroom

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Review Score

Based on 284 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free Wifi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    9.0
    Great scenery and value for money (without any trout)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The fact that there were trout in the dams was debatable. Have been fishing for over 40 years I did not see one rise.

    Food good, game viewing and drive was excellent

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    8.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Honeymoon Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    10
    Will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great place for some peace and quiet. Beautiful and very well appointed. Will definitely return

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2025

    8.0
    Great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Both the room and the restaurant are cold in winter. There is an electrical heater in the room, but it is small and not strong enough to warm the room adequately. The fires in the restaurant are nice but cannot warm the entire area.

    Beautiful hotel with great staff. Everyone was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful stay with stunning views
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    We had the loveliest guide take us on a game drive. We did notice that he didn't have proper warm clothes for the weather - it would be a wonderful thing for the lodge to provide staff with clothes (especially a thick jacket or coat) with their emblem on it, as it presents the lodge in a good light (and is free advertising) and ensures there staff are properly comfortable and warm.

    We loved this beautiful lodge. We stayed in the English Cottage which was big and had incredible views. We loved all the fireplaces as it was bitterly cold when we stayed there and they kept us warm and cosy. We also booked meals and a massage ahead of time and received good service.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    8.0
    Great spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Maybe include dinner in the price

    Great location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It should be clear in the description that hunting takes place on the property.

    Beautiful setting, extremely clean and comfy rooms, outstanding shower, blissfully comfy, cosy beds

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Excellent birding in the area

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2025

    10
    Definitely a location to go to to switch off and unwind.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The property is fantastic, the rooms are modern and super warm to escape the winter chill. The food is fantastic (Chef Denzel knows his way around a kitchen) and the portions are amazing.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2025

    8.0
    Other than the water issue - everything was great. Great service and food in the restaurant and staff very obliging
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a definite issue with hot water- in fact the couple in no 2 only had hot water for 1 shower. We in 1 battled to get the right levels but eventually came right- you really need to have hot water on such a cold weekend

    We love the setting and location. Beautiful scenery. Fishermans Cottages - lovely location and nicely appointed

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no warm water in our room, the other rooms did have warm water

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2025

    10
    It was an absolute treat staying at Wetlands—exceptional hospitality and a truly memorable experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    Beautiful nature and stylish finishes

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    10
    A memorable experience and grateful to tick Wetlands Game Lodge from our bucketlist.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing, absolutely loved it.

    On our arrival we were very impressed about the neatness of the venue. The view was stunning, beautiful game and birdlife. Also liked the horses and cattle, took some amazing photos. The staff were very helpful and friendly, 10/10 for sure. The food was delicious and great value for money. Our room was magnifisent, far more than we expected. We went on a 2 hour game drive and saw even more of the beautiful landscape and wildlife. Our hosts were very professional and went out of their way to make our stay one to remember.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: June 5, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not being able to drive around and explore ourselves. Animals are extremely scared of vehicles and scatter when you do a game drive because they are hunted from the game lodge vehicles. A small fridge in the room would have been appreciated.

    Peace and quiet and dark. Our room was stunning. We thought we'd miss the TV but we didn't. Very comfortable bed and a large bath. My boyfriend loved the shower. Order off the spa menu for vegetarian meal options. The sunset game drive and picnic were stunning. The massage was lovely.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2025

    8.0
    'Lovely staff and location. Not too far out of town and a beautiful peaceful place to stay.'
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The lounge area view is hampered by balcony wall. Rooms do not have fridges which was tough with a baby. Dams had not been stocked and we were there for fishing. They should warn guests. Horse riding needs to be added to the activities list in booking.com as we didnt know it was offered.

    Staff were very helpful and accommodating with our small kids. Room was nice size. Meals were delicious and a lovely addition to the lodge.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2025

    10
    Wonderfull
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice. No complains

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really bad, struggled with opening doors at The Manor but that takes nothing away from the experience of this beautiful place

    The staff are absolutely lovely, helpful and professional

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No network

    Forest

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2025

    9.0
    It was amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We only had two options on breakfast, which when you stay more than one night it gets boring

    Breakfast was amazing .

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2025

    9.0
    I loved it and would recommend this stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I do think the rooms could do with a small fridge

    Beautiful peaceful venue, clean with friendly and accommodating staff

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful well maintained setting. The room was exceptionally clean and very comfortable. The only “complaint” is that there are no fridges in the rooms. I wish we had known that in advance so I’m putting it here.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff very helpful and friendly Food was excellent

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place was easy to locate n breakfast was not bad at all... The staff amazing 👌👌n the place clean n neat

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2025

    8.0
    Great night-cap and conveniently located.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Walking on wet grass to and from the car to the rooms.

    We checked in very late; arriving from Johannesburg around 23:00 and they were still accommodating. The dining area and breakfast was very good! The morning sunrise was beautiful.

    Stayed in March 2025

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