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Reviews of Bona Intaba Game Lodge 4 stars

3 Canyon Game Reserve, Blyde River Canyon, 2194 Hoedspruit, South Africa

#63 of 78 hotels in Hoedspruit

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 29 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    at Bona Intaba
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is a lot of camera's on the property. but its understandable in the aspect of security

    Friendly staff , clean with a great layout. Everything we needed was on the premises. James put out some feed for us to enjoy viewing the game on the property

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing stay in the bush
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Would be nice to at least have solar back up power when there is loadshedding. Otherwise lovely.

    Spacious, well equipped and really lovely environment. Has 4 large bedrooms en-suite for only 2 of us :). James brought battery lights when electricity went off.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2022

    8.0
    my stay wasn’t not good. what I saw in lodge was not the same as want I saw in Booking.com.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Environmetal wasn’t up to date and rooms weren’t clean and the smelling room and duvet

    The only thing I like was caretaker James and his personality is good

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to go out to access the kitchen from sitting area was just awkward Having James come around the house unannounced as early as 6am was just uncomfortable and the cameras

    Very beautiful home away from the noise, stocked up with everything one needs in a home.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2022

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    White wanting us to switch off music while they are playing music

    They should allow all group to play music

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just there's not enough animals 😢

    James the caretaker was exceptional...everything was up to our standards and everyone had a good time....will definitely be coming back here and also referring it

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    When loadshedding there could be more emergency lights

    The stay was relaxing in all degree.James was very helpful and delivered excellent service to my family. Was a great way just to break away and feel relaxed Thank you James

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2022

    9.0
    Peace and tranquility.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    Awesome lodge in the bush with no traffic noises.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I like the fact that I had the whole lodge to myself without anyone to share with and the caretaker was just owesome,he was welcoming and friendly.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    7.0
    The accommodation offers good value for money, but there is room for enhancing the overall experienc
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The self-catering facility lacked basic amenities such as shampoo and soap, which was disappointing. Additionally, the stove had a tendency to trip the electricity, causing inconvenience during meal preparation. Another issue was the unexpected visits from the caretaker for cleaning and other tasks, which felt intrusive. Clear boundaries or a prearranged schedule for the caretaker's visits would greatly improve the overall experience.

    Stunning location with a pristine setting. The spacious accommodations were impeccably clean and provided a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. The pool was a delightful oasis, ideal for enjoying sunny summer days. The cozy couch was perfect for relaxing and unwinding while enjoying the available Netflix selection.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We checked in at Bona Intaba and found the place very dirty as per attached photos. Bathrooms were blocked. The rooms dusty bed linen unchanged. The fridge had blood and kitchen had dirty dish towels. Floors dust. The smell in the rooms was unbearable We contacted the manager James through the guy who was on-site. James stated over the phone that black people you complain too much. James said he was coming, later he said he was going to come after an hour but he stopped answering his phone and did not come. We could not cook electricity kept turning off. The shower glasses comes off railing my son sustained glass cut from falling shower glass and my 76 old mum managed to catch her unit shower glass before it also fell. The barbecue area was not cleaned. James the manager who at one point said he was the owner is very rude, defensive and lacks customer service training. The cushions are cream cushions are brown because of dirt, floor rugs are smelly and very very dirty. Bona intaba lacks maintenance, cleaning and needs upgrade of furniture. It is better to employ industry trained staff eg cleaners, manager and get less profit through happy customers who can further refer friends and family to stay at your place. I can not explain enough of how this place is a mess. Me owner in Germany your property is very well located and the building is nice but you have no Idea how your placed is badly managed.

    The location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    7.0
    Fix your plumbing issues
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The drainage system doesn't work properly, couldn't use the toilets in the other two rooms

    Location was great

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2022

    7.0
    Scenic Canyon Landscape
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overall cleanliness was not up to standard for 4 star advertised facility Multiple Semi Broken kitchen implements Attention to details are missing like empty bathroom soap dispensers; multiple battery operated equipment/remote not working and no trash bags No game seen on the property

    The lodge layout / design was superb as well as the garden / outside lighting Big comfortable aircon rooms all en suite Great entertainment BBQ area and deep splash pool with Netflix Peace quiet tranquility

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    this is a piece of heaven on earth! perfect location and well equip the perfect bush escape close to all the things you can do in Hoedspruit and the Kruger. James and the team were so good and really helpful around the house and a bonus to have your room serviced everyday. we will definitely return and next time for longer!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2022

    10
    perfect value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    thank you

    we enjoyed our stay ,staff is very friendly including the security

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2021

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