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Reviews of Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge

Farm 88, Slaaihoek Road (400m past the HOSPITAL), 1195 Emgwenya, South Africa

#3 of 8 hotels in Emgwenya

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 135 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    10
    I should rate Acra 12 over 10. Norma was an exceptional hostess. What more could I say. The staff were great and friendl
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cosy and pleasant

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay at Acra
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a big fan of pets, I felt they could be kept at bay during certain times. The view to the mountain through the glass door is phenomenal, but it leaves you with little privacy as other guests can have access to your veranda. The fridge needs replacement.

    Very friendly staff A very friendly host, Norma The place is tranquil and away from noise Picturesque Clean swimming pool Wifi in the rooms Spacious rooms. It's a home away from home.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Tranquility
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything!

    The hospitality was beyond the average. The effort made with special food requests and tourism information exceeded all expectations. We will definitely book here again!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very beautiful Lodge. The personal stuff was very friendly and the diner and breakfast were delicious!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    10
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    We were the only guest at the facility and our booking was upgraded free of charge. They have nice view of the mountains, the place is so serene and tranquil. The bar experience was really awesome. Breakfast was great. the setting was just beautiful one to wake up to.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    8.0
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our hosts were very welcoming and took great care of us. We were treated to a stunning view, comfy room, tasty meals and helpful guidance on local attractions.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    8.0
    Very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night

    Perfect place for a stay during your journey in South Africa. Staff / owners are great and really loved the view and the bar :-)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    A fabulous location, lovely views, lovely pool. Fabulous staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing!

    The whole team was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. The location and views are beautiful. The evening meals - cooked by Hilda - were absolutely delicious and generous portions. The breakfasts - cooked by Ntombi were great. Rooms were clean and beds comfortable. Norma was a mine of information about the local area.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Power cuts

    Great view of the mountains and very friendly host and staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    10
    Amazing scenery, peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything

    The place looks exactly like the pictures, beautiful mountains, serene, it's perfect for nature lovers

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything is great.

    Very beautiful place with view on a canyon. Very nice breakfast. Also I arrived after midnight due to flight delayed and owner was very understanding. Thanks so much.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    9.0
    Honeymoon Couple
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The view, the food, our room upgrade, we Loved all of it... the honeymoon was great and special. Most definitely coming back again here, it might just be our anniversary stay every year because there is so much to do around the retreat.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    10
    Value for money, loved everything.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None.

    The warm welcome when we arrived, friendly awesome staff, breathtaking view and ofcos lekker breakfast oh my God😍

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wonderful location and host, was like beeing at home. Very welcoming, would come back for sure.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

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    Amazing location, very spacious place, superb owners and amazing food. We only stayed one night, but the area is beautiful and offers a lot of activites.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is beautiful, the staff amazing and the food is delicious. For us, definitely a reason to return.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No screens on windows.

    Very clean and comfortable accommodations with amazing food and great location close to climbing and hiking. The only downside was a lack of screens on the windows but the fans helped keep any mozzies at bay. Host family was incredibly nice and had so much excellent local info to share.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    10
    A rather special place which more than met our expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Friendly welcome, stunning views across the valley, attentive staff, extremely comfortable and well equipped accommodation, literally 5 star all round.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything is exellent. Owners are very friendly, the view is awesome

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    The best gateway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have nothing to complain about if I am being honest.

    This was the best stay ever, we arrived at 6pm 20 October. Norma and her team are awesome, from the ladies who prepared our breakfast to the guys outside, everyone is so welcoming. We were upgrade to a suite (Zebra room), and it was the best, the baths, shower the cupboards,everything was clean. We were given a variety of cereals, Fruits and proper breakfast for the two days we spent there. We are difinetly taking our kids there very soon. I am a dog owner myself but I was a little intimidated of how big their dogs are, buy hey what friendly, clean and obeying guard dogs. We really enjoyed the quietness of their place.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2023

    10
    Gorgeous views. Best chef
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is absolutely gorgeous with such an incredible chef and host. We rested well after the best dinner. Norma went above and beyond to accommodate our requirements and we cannot thank her enough!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyable and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful spacious accommodation. Great facilities. Lovely grounds and marvellous views. Norma, Holgar and staff made me very welcome and were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite and peaceful place with a lovely view. The personell was really kind and forthcoming. The house is charmy and especially the bar interior makes you wanna discover lots of its tiny fun items. Food was good! The well behaving Richback Doggos were cuddly yet not actively needy.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    10
    We had an awesome stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our host was kind and understand very helpful when load shedding started. The food was prepared quickly and was very delicious. We enjoyed oy our stay very much.

    Stayed in September 2023

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