Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, 0480 Bela-Bela, South Africa
#7 of 31 hotels in Bela-Bela
Guests' ChoiceBased on 518 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 June 2024
Khathu
South AfricaFood was Great
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Martin
South AfricaThe staff is wonderful. Friendly and service minded. The food is excellent!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Keith
South AfricaWe will not go back in the winter as the dining area will be too cold for us. We are in our 70's and considered "Old bokkies". We shall definitely return in the summer if the price is right!
We liked everthing really.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Suzelle
South AfricaFriendliness of the staff and the Management.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Anita
South AfricaAbsolutely nothing. I just wish we could have stayed longer.
Danie, Gretha, and all the staff were super friendly and attentive to all our needs. Alec was knowledgeable about the wildlife, and we got incredible photos. The meals were delicious, and the portions were large. Well worth the money, and I would definitely recommend it to everyone. Thank you for making our stay a memorable one!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Refilwe
South AfricaIf the lodge had a jacuzzi, it could have been better.
Breakfast was good, well plated and delicious
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Richard
United KingdomFantastic staff and management - food was exceptional
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
B
South AfricaWe did a morning Game drive. The vehicle needs to be serviced and cleaned.
All of the Foods was excellent. The Chef goes out of her way to make really good food at all meal times. She also takes the time to chat to the guests about the food experience. Location is within a Game reserve so very tranquil and excellent accomodation facility.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Christelle
South AfricaThe weekend was too short.
Everything, we had a wonderfull stay and the food was out of this world.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Danielle
South AfricaThe staff were loud in the afternoon when we arrived, but did eventually quieten down.. We wanted to do a Game drive on the Sunday, but the driver wanted us to join another group on the Saturday afternoon and said it was his day off on the Sunday and that we wouldn't see any animals.
The food was exceptional! We loved the fact that the lodge is small, so there were not many people. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Anele
South AfricaNone
The food The staff The location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Melandie
South AfricaThe staff were very friendly and made us feel right at home. From the security at the gate to the cleaners. Food - well, all i can say is 5 star plus food !! The spa experience was excellent!!! Alex, the guide, also tried his best to find the find the free roaming big 4 for us. The outside shower was such a nice touch to the room, and we really loved it ! In summary, we had an excellent stay !!!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Khulile
South AfricaThe breakfast and staff friendliness.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Darren
South AfricaRoom need an upgrade
Food was exceptional
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Gilda
South AfricaStaff children in the guest areas unfortunately spoils the tranquil setting (I believe no under 12's allowed?) The aircon in our unit was very noisy. Coffee machine was faulty.
Beautiful location inside Mabalingwe Game Reserve. Small and intimate with lots of cosy places to relax. Rooms were lovely, the outdoor shower a highlight. Small touches like rusks in the room. Food was delicious, as well as the nice Gin selection. Danie was professional and very helpful. We absolutely loved our stay
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Miyoba
South AfricaMeals on the last day were not as exquisite as the first day.
The food was delicious except the last day of our stay, we could sense change of chef.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Anderson
South AfricaThis place is perfect for a gateway, the food is very nice and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Game drives were nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Cansy
South AfricaI loved everything
Everything was amazing
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Bevolo
South AfricaThe food was exceptional and the service from every staff member was outstanding. Each chalet is very private and the scenery is relaxing. Itaga has most definitely got my stamp of approval for a breakaway and some rest and relaxation.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Helen
South AfricaThere was nothing that we didn't like.
Wonderful friendly staff. Fantastic food. It was so wonderfully relaxing and comfortable. Watching the animals at the waterhole was delightful. I had a massage at the spa and that was terrific. This was my birthday celebration and it will always be a birthday to remember.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Shayne
South AfricaLocation, Setting, Professional Friendly “, personal and caring service for all the staff. The outside shower is amazing!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Wesely
South AfricaEverything
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Lee
South AfricaAll good
Close to nature
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Isabel
South AfricaFantastic food, friendly staff, amazing game druves
Stayed in March 2024
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