Rooiberg Road, 0480 Bela-Bela, South Africa
#1 of 31 hotels in Bela-Bela
Guests' ChoiceBased on 38 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
9.2
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Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Harry
South AfricaPlease Promote Nathi Mthethwa
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Christina
GermanyNothing
Amazing 5star lodge with huge rooms, very well trained Ranger, amazing safari, lovely food and the Service Team was great! I really felt like a princess:-)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Koketso
South AfricaThe road to get to the lodge is grave for Kilometers and if you have a sedan or hatchback I would not recommend using it to driver to the lodge.
The place and the views are great. I also love the fact that everything even premium alcohol was inclusive. Our guide Bra Sam was the nicest most knowledgeable guide I've ever encountered.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Gert
South AfricaNone
Amazing lodge, great food, great staff, great spa and attention to detail!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Siphiwo
South AfricaAmazing views Amazing staff and service
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Chantel
South AfricaThe food needs attention as it’s a bit dated. Need snacks as there was no lunch option.
Beautifully decorated and lush. Loved the spacious rooms.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Lungile
South AfricaThe rough journey to get there, a stretch of about 30 kms traveling on gravel road. The road is okayish but would recommend a van and avoid taking a small vehicle
My visit was truly exceptional. The lodge itself is a hidden gem surrounded by nature and the view of mountains 👌. The staff were incredibly welcoming and accommodating, making sure that every aspect of my stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The food served at the lodge was delicious, with a variety of options that catered to all tastes. Overall, the lodge was nothing short of amazing. I highly recommend this hidden oasis to anyone looking for a serene and relaxing getaway.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Keneilwe
South Africafood was amazing Location...thank goodness we drove up with a bakkie, the gravel road is quite long leading to the location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Karabo
South AfricaNothing, everything is incredible
Everything about the place is magical and incredible. The property on its own is beautifully designed, the staff are nice and anticipate most of your needs. The food is amazing and the game drives are filled with excitement and adventure. The accommodation is exquisite. I will definitely be going back
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Marco
South AfricaBeautiful Lucy and the rest of the staff were amazing and always very helpful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Rachelle
South AfricaNothing
Absolutely beautiful setting.. the accommodation and hospitality were exceptional. Just a phenomenal stay in every way, highly recommend
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Victor
South Africanothing
everything
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Tiahn
AustraliaIt’s placed amongst amazing mountains which in turn makes it very hard to access. It takes 3 hours from Joburg and 1 hour on a dirt road. We didn’t feel comfortable driving ourselves and the accomodation doesn’t offer a pick up- when asked they tried charging close to $800 aud each way which is excessive. We didn’t see many animals and not all of the big 5 I think because it’s new and need to add more animals / need the animals to become more comfortable with humans and cars around
Such a beautiful property, the staff are soooo lovely and helpful, the accommodation is great and it’s all inclusive which is even better!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2024
Maude
CanadaNothing
Babohi is a rare gem. A divine experience from the beginning til the end. The hotel settings and design are sublime, not to mention the quality of service and amenities. Every employee is attentive and smiling. We received outstanding service, from the reception to the restaurant, from the maintenance of our suite to the spa. A special mention to Pieter and Rudolf, who made our stay an everyday paradise. An unforgettable experience that we recommend to everyone! Spacious room, comfortable bed, impeccable cleanliness, varied food and interesting selection of drinks. Spa treatments were well executed. Last but not least, our extremely experienced guide Rudolf took us on unreal and memorable "safari games".
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Maria
South AfricaThe location is amazing. You literally feel like the only ones there. It’s a perfect spot for a romantic break. The views are breathtaking. The staff are absolutely incredible they go above and beyond for you and make sure everything is perfect for your stay. I would highly recommend BABOHI and we will be back ♥️
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Peter
South AfricaExcellent game drives, food and accommodation
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Bedresh
South AfricaJust the game drive for more than one day will get tiresome as you see the same animals
Great breakfast
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Bogolo
South AfricaThe thatch roofs in the room.
Absolutely everything! I visited Babohi to celebrate my birthday and it was made to be special by every single person from the very beginning. What convinced me to choose Babohi was the great reviews I had read. As stunning as the place is, what I liked most about the property is the people/ staff. The rooms are beautiful, clean and spacious.. There is daily laundry services provided.. The food is delicious, there’s a Spa and gym on-site, the views are spectacular, and the Game drives are intimate. I highly recommend a visit to the property.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Nondumiso
South AfricaThe gravel road…preferably travel in a bakkie
It’s location right at the foot of the mountain, the tidiness , game drives the spa ,food and hospitality in general
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Claassen
South AfricaIf we really had to knit-pick, the couples massage room can do with improvement. It can be a bit more soundproof. The noise from outside is audible. The room can really do with air-conditioning, especially in such a warm area. Getting a massage while feeling hot is not as pleasant as it could be.
The accommodation was more than we expected, super spacious, lovely private outdoor seating and plunge pool. The bathroom is exquisite, with large sliding doors opening up to an outside shower, so you get the same feeling as showering outdoors. Lots of thoughtful extras. Very private and peaceful with lovely views of the bush and close to the fence so you see animals walking by. The main building with the bar and restaurant is perched high on a cliff, so the views are exceptional. Dining is a lovely experience, and the food and service is superior. The game drives are the best we've been on. The guides are knowledgeable, friendly and go out of their way to make it an unforgettable experience. One of the main reasons why we will be returning to this establishment is the staff. They were exeptional and really went above and beyond. Their service is faultless and professional but at the same time making you feel at home. The vibe the create is friendly, upbeat with lots of wit and humor, which is refreshing for an establishment of that standard.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Jonathan
South AfricaIn order to travel to the property there is an extensive dirt road, however this is obviously beyond the control of the group.
This is a very beautiful property with excellent amenities and great views. The guides were knowledgeable and the staff very friendly.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Kurt
South AfricaNothing
The experience at Babohi was amazing. The staff were welcoming and willing to help with every detail. The game drives with Brendon were fantastic. Neli at reception was extremely helpful and courteous. We were celebrating a special event and the staff went out of their way to make the experience incredible for me and my partner. The spa on the premesis was amazing and the treatments were wonderful. They have a chef on site, and each meal was a great culinary experience. 10/10 recommend!!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 28 June 2023
Nozipho
South AfricaTheir food offering is the same and a bit dull in selection, especially breakfast. I wish they can offer more for their " brunch"
The overall stay was beautiful! The staff is excellent, the food was great. Game drives were amazing. The views were breathtakingly gorgeous.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 26 June 2023
Jeanette
South AfricaThe dirt road leading to Qwabi Private Game Reserve
Loved the place, the room, the decor, the staff and the food.
Stayed in June 2023
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