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Reviews of Zulu Rock Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

R34 Between Vryheid and, Ulundi R3GQ+2F Nsubeni, 3100 Ulundi, South Africa

#1 of 5 hotels in Ulundi

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Review score

Based on 199 hotel reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything

    Awesome place with awesome staff that will go the extra mile to make stay memorable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything about the place was fantastic

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    BGR - ZULU ROCK LODGE is truly special. We loved everything from the location (the views come second to none), the food was amazing, our suite was stunning and comfortable and our guide (Sbu) was spectacular! It really is a special place, wishing them continued growth and we can't wait to return, to a place that felt like home.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    New modern lodge, amazing views, huge luxurious rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was great - no complaints.

    Size and moderness of the room was great. Stunning views. Large bed. They also upgraded us to a honeymoon suite for the night at no extra cost.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    9.0
    Just nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As a new Reserve, the animals are a little bit scarce, but hopefully that will change with time.

    Nice Place, great food.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Amazing🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The property is amazing, the staff I’m lost for words, the food OMG. The rooms ooooh my word speechless

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    It was out of this world
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The property is amazing, the staff I’m lost for words, the food OMG. The rooms ooooh my word speechless

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Very neat, staff Very friendly. Food was top 👌. Game drive was great. I had the best experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    I loved everything about the lodge. The food, staff members, our tour guide was great. Well done.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    10
    The property was so breath taking, amazing staff great hospitality from the time we got there at the reception they welc
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness, the hospitality, love it more like a home away from home

    The property was so breath taking, amazing staff great hospitality from the time we got there at the reception they welcomed us with a warm welcome, to the stafff at the Lodge, and the amazing guide we had Theo , the house keeping 👌👌👌 everything was 10/10

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    10
    Zulu Rock Game Reserve - luxurious, fun and not to be missed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing, it so met our expectations and more!

    Zulu Rock Game Park was incredible. From the beautifully appointed room with stunning view, super comfortable bed, great and spacious bathroom to the amazing 5 star delicious food and again amazing views from the dining room and outdoor deck, we were so pleased to have chosen this particular reserve. Then the staff, they were so friendly, approachable and in particular our Ranger Sbu was so knowledgable and he knew exactly where to find so many animals. We realised how lucky we were that within 24 hrs we'd seen 3 (elephants, lions and buffalo) out of the big 5, plus additional animals such as jackal, ostrich, wart hog, zebra, buck, impala, kudu, giraffe!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That I wasn't made aware of paying for drinks like Juice

    The quietness was a great way to start my year

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    10
    Perfect …wanted to even extend the stay …beautiful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    10
    5 Star African Experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Traditional Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved EVERYTHING!

    Absolutely everything! The staff were incredible and felt like family. Nothing was too much trouble - they even baked a little cake and sang happy birthday to my dad. The food was exceptional, and the service, top notch. Our daily game drives were mesmerising, made all the more enjoyable by the fabulous Theo! When does he sleep ? That's what I want to know. Anytime you need anything, Theo is there. He is kind, funny, and has a wealth of knowledge on all species, flora, and fauna. You can not go wrong with a trip to Zulu Rock Lodge - 5 star treatment all the way. Man, what an experience!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    10
    Wow! Wow! Wow!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing I'd say I did not like per se but I felt the restaurant menus were limited. If a consideration can be made to have more variety, it would be very nice. Otherwise, I am still amazed by the reception we received. Really made us feel like kings.

    Wow. What a breath of fresh air. Loved everything about the place. The location is perfect for winding down after a stressful year. Definitely coming back. The game drives were something else. We got to spot a lion and a lioness which was a chery on top. Beautiful and very therapeutic landscape. What a hidden gem. I think next time we need to stay longer.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    10
    Total luxury!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The weather but that can’t really be helped!!

    We could not fault it.. the luxurious room with amazing views.. the fire place that was so cosy during the storms we had.. the food was excellent. I think our favourite thing however were the excellent game drives with Theo. He is such a lovely and knowledgeable guide and we loved birding with him.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only suggestion we would have is to have a smaller but more varied menu. Over our 4 nights it didn’t change which meant a lot of repetition for someone who doesn’t eat meat.

    The reserve is quite new so there isn’t a huge amount of game yet but our stay was a delight from start to finish and the focus the owners have on conservation rather than tourism is admirable. Stylish and comfortable rooms with incredible views, excellent and friendly service and a stunning location made for the most relaxing holiday imaginable

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    10
    Unforgettable place, lovely and friendly people who care about their guests as much as they care about the reserve itse
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. It was a bit pricey, but worth the money at the end of the day.

    Amazing calm location in the middle of a truly spectacular game reserve. They are also very community focused, which was a big plus for us.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    9.0
    a great break away
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There is nothing I did not like. Bear in mind that this is a new game reserve so although they have the big 5, the animals are still a bit skittish and not used to vehicles stopping to look at them.

    The Lodge sits on top of a koppie, with sweeping views of the valley below and the Umfolozi River. The meals were excellent and well presented. The lodge is an easy 3-hour drive from Durban and accessible off the R68

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I dont have any complaints, this place met all my expectations.

    Excellent experience overall! The staff was very helpful and friendly. Our Game Driver Sibu was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the land/animals as well as kept us safe while exploring this beautiful lodge.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2023

    9.0
    Exquisite
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Very good over-all

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Traditional Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was amazing, the accommodation and views are to die for and the game drive with Artist was phenomenal!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    10
    Best combination of a 5-star hospitality stay and a bush experience with unforgetable views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Traditional Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Given that the whole Reserve, in its current form, is only 6 years old there are many roads in the reserve which are still very rough. Thus, the road-network needs attention. It is at times very bouncy, esp. on the seats over the rear-axle.

    It is a 5-star experience. The hospitality experience was top-notch. Everything you needed and wanted was there. The meals were excellent from variety to texture to taste to presentation. Zulu Rock was open to dietary specialisations. The field guide provided, Artist, is a real jewel. His innate knowledge of the wild environment made each of the 6 game drives a real Safari experience. His knowledge of game was only surpassed by that of birds. One of the special reasons we went to Babanango.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    10
    Super!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    just nothing

    Wow, what a stay!!!! Already a nice aproach in lvely landscape the gane reserve is outstanding! Very very nice rooms with own fireplace (nice after cool afternoon safari). Phantanstic food, good choice!! Both safaris (morning and afternoon) in beazutiful landscape, hills, river, a liitle of everything. Sundowner inclusive! A really nice, intreresting, comfortable and luxurious place!! Thanks a lot

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing! It was an amazing experience

    Amazing views, caring, attentive, and super-professional staff. Beautiful vistas and surroundings. Wonderful meals and time to relax and recharge.

    Stayed in October 2023

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