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Reviews of Zabini Lodge and Game Drives

31 CromdaleRoad, Glenwood Turn Off, 1200 Nelspruit, South Africa, 1200 Nelspruit, South Africa

#30 of 77 B&Bs and inns in Nelspruit

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Review Score

Based on 234 B&B reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free Wifi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: September 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Was well located very neat

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The road was not good!

    The room was beautiful and clean. The view was great and the lions beautiful!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    8.0
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The host, Thandie. She is so sweet and welcoming. I also loved the breakfast

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff and beautiful, spacious rooms. I really enjoyed my stay.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our Host Thandekile was exceptional. We had an amazing stay overall, loved the breakfast, and the rooms were spacious. Waking up to those lions was just the cherry on top. My wife loved it so much. Thank you for hosting us. We are looking forward to coming back again in December. Will definitely recommend this place to our friends

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean and comfortable room. Value for money. Delicious breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2025

    9.0
    Very cool place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing value for the cost! So unique to sleep hearing lions roar ourside your window. Would for sure return.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    10
    Great stay with excellent service and friendly staff. Loved how close we were to the lions and loved to hear them roar a
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms were spacious and beautifully decorated 🤩

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice lodge in a very quiet place surrounded by the African nature

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2025

    10
    It was amazing, I really will be going back. It is so peaceful and you’re surrounded by nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing at all.

    It’s very spacious and clean.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    10
    AN ABSOLUTE GEM OF A PLACE.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NOTHING !!!

    Everything from the way we were welcomed to the excellent service we received. The accommodation is first class. The drive coupled with the superb knowledge of JJ followed by a walking tour also with JJ was exceptional. The location is also very convenient to "Nelspruit" and the Kruger. We will certainly visit again.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing that I did not like is other staff members did not greet as they roamed around the facility yet would make direct eye contact.

    The facility and surroundings were absolutely stunning and peaceful. Thandi, the receptionist, was amazing and super friendly. Having wildlife around us made it surreal and having a break from the city life. I celebrated my anniversary there with my partner and would definitely go back again during the Spring/Summer season for sure. The pricing of the rooms is definitely worth it.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I like everything about Zabini

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2025

    10
    Mabotse fela, perfecto
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing as yet

    Zibini Lodge, you truly are a haven of beauty and tranquility! Your stunning architecture, lush surroundings, and warm hospitality make you a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The attention to detail in every aspect of your lodge, from the beautifully decorated rooms to the serene outdoor spaces, is truly impressive. Your staff's dedication to providing exceptional service and ensuring a memorable stay for all guests is commendable. Zibini Lodge, you are a gem, and I feel so fortunate to have experienced your beauty and charm.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    10
    Amazing 👏
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The road towards the venue,

    Amazing experience, thank you 😊

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2025

    9.0
    It was great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The reception are not visible

    Very clean inside

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2025

    10
    please make space for me again on september weekend from friday till sunday 26 to 28 septemeber
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    open space , decorations bedding infact everything in the room was beautiful

    it was marvelest i have enjoyed my stay hoping if i can get room again on the 26 to 28 september 2025 extremly wow wowwow

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    10
    Seeing lions when waking up
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing I really enjoyed everything about Zabini

    Seeing lions and other animals

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    10
    Great lodge!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are plenty of power outlets in the room, but we only needed one to be located nearer to the mirror for using a hairdryer.

    The location, cleanliness, the breakfast was exceptional, friendly host, comfortable bed, lions roaring at night, nice decor.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can't think of any. We had such a wonderful experience!

    We loved the clean, beautiful interior of the spacious room and bathroom. Delicious food and the warm hospitality of the staff. Beautiful surroundings and animals. Sleeping and waking up to the roar of lions, what a wonderful experience!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    10
    Excellent stay, value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Receptionist was very friendly and helpful. The room was beautiful and comfortable. We had a very nice breakfast the next morning. Really value for money. I will definitely stay there again

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 19, 2025

    8.0
    Please try to be specific that Pumbaa, Zabini and Lions view is the same place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fact that Zabini is still Pumbaa because I chose Zabini thinking it’s another lodge, but only to find that it is the same place I visited last year, because I was looking for a new place that I have never been to before. I was also confused and disappointed when I called a number from google under the name Lions view only to find that it’s still Pumbaa, worse when I arrived at Zabini to still find that it’s one place with three different names.

    It was fair, coffee, eggs and chicken livers not hot

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2025

    10
    Enjoyable definitely gonna come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very clean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very short drive out of centre of town. Amazing facilities. Rooms are well equipped, clean etc. Thoroughly recommend.

    Stayed in July 2025

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