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Reviews of Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

R34 Between Vryheid and, Ulundi R3GQ+2F Nsubeni, 3100 Ulundi, South Africa, 3000 Dundee, South Africa

#1 of 13 hotels in Dundee

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 80 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I highly recommend Valley Lodge. Excellent value for money, for those looking for an all-inclusive package. The staff were amazing from the time we arrived until we left. The game ranger was very knowledgeable and gave us a great experience.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    This lodge is a short drive from Durban and is a perfect and affordable bush getaway.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast options great and the made-to-order hot breakfast was perfectly made. The daily lunch and dinner was meticulously prepared and always delicious. The lodge made sure that all dietary preferences were catered for.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    9.0
    What a pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have love more activities

    It’s so peaceful and beautiful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    10
    I highly recommend this lodge. Great value for money. I’m definitely returning.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our first two showers weren’t great but after reporting it, it was immediately sorted. Loved the prompt response.

    Loved professionalism, tranquility, cleanliness, food and our tour guide Sfiso Mdletshe. Loved everything. Good value for money!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    9.0
    Amazing stay at Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The breakfast could be improved.

    The staff are absolutely fantastic!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    8.0
    The whole family enjoyed the weekend and you went out of your way to make the birthday special
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Small thing but maybe like a welcome drink when you arrive back from game drive in the afternoon.

    Food at all meals was very good.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

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

    The food was absolutely amazing

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The roads to the place and there had minimal activities

    Beautiful views

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful 💜
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food

    The facility and the swimming pool

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    10
    Very nice place, modern interiors, super service
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    weather was not perfect 😀

    Breakfast was sufficient , good service .

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Luxury Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Looking forward to them opening a spa

    Everything. I visit the reserve once a year for the past 3 years simply because it always feels nice being there

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful stay, I would recommend the lodge to everyone and anyone.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was absolutely amazing. They were able to assist with all the things we needed. We got to see so many animals and the rooms has wonderful modern furnishing. Our guide on the game drives was so knowledgeable about the animals, and plants and things. The sunrise looked wonderful and the views from anywhere on the property were magnificent.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    10
    Enjoyable, comfortable and fun.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, blown away.

    Fantastic staff, very professional. Run well and would definitely head back.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    Beutiful settings, great accomodation and wonderful people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A wonderful experience from the first minute. We came to the wrong location due to google maps that didn't give us the right directions. They welcomed us, were very sorry about everything and arranged for a transportation across the area. So we had our first Safari there :) The food is amasing, the welcome and friendliness of the host and just overall very good experience.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    10
    Breathtakingly beautiful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all, everything was perfect!

    Absolutely EVERYTHING! We were upgraded to Zulu Rock Loge, due to Valley lodge being fully booked for an event. Zulu Rock Lodge is amazing, from the stunning room and breathtaking views, to the friendly staff and delicious food! I can honestly say this is one of the best lodges I have ever stayed at!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    9.0
    Great staff and lovely hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s not much activities outside of the accommodation. I wish there was a spa

    Beautiful place of relaxation is what you need

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

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

    They don’t have screen (TV) inside the rooms

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    9.0
    Our stay was superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I paid for game drive drinks, if the lodge can incorporate the game drive drinks on the total booking fee. Otherwise everything was good. Thank you

    The staff is so friendly and always provide what you require. The view is so breathtaking. We enjoyed each moment of our stay.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

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

    everything actually the

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful Lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beautifully decorated lodge in a magnificent reserve. The food was amazing and staff very helpful and friendly. The reserve will no doubt go from strength to strength as it's game stock increases and there is more variety of game.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2023

    9.0
    I think everything was excellent, the food, room services and staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    During the busy time the waiting time for a breakfast was bit long.

    There breakfast was cool. However, the lunch and super we always so special and exceeded my expectations. Slie made us feel at home and Sfiso the trip advisor was excellent and knows all different games and trees etc. and the entire staff was helpful and cool.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

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

    Only that they didn't advise us thar if iit rains the roads are bad and require a 4x4 type of vehicle

    Their service was excellent, the staff was very professional, friendly, and helpful. The room was beautiful clean and comfortable the food was amazing the chef did an outstanding job the tour guide who took us on the game drive gave us a fantastic experience even though it was raining

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2023

    10
    I didn’t want to come back !The stay was super amazing !The Chef 👨‍🍳!Ooh my goodness!The food was so delicious!The staff
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing !

    woooow what an amazing place !Its really exceeded our expectations!!!Everything was amazing !!I felt like I was somewhere else,I don’t know where 😁

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2023

    10
    Beautiful Babanango - highlight of our holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Honeymoon Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fact that we had to leave.

    What is there not to like about Valley Lodge?! We had a fabulous stay over new year and didn't want to leave. The staff could not do enough for us, nothing was too much. The lodge is clean and beautiful, and the food is freshly made and delicious. We went out on some excellent game drives and our guides were knowledgeable and kind. I would highly recommend a visit to Babanango, once they have acquired the remainder of the Big 5 this reserve will have reached perfection. Can't wait to return.

    Stayed in January 2023

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