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Reviews of Mtunzini Forest Lodge Self Catering Resort

Lot 167, Valley Drive, 3867 Mtunzini, South Africa

#12 of 19 hotels in Mtunzini

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 487 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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Showing 151 – 175

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only one bar soup was provided, but it was available on request.

    We had our own space, kids enjoyed the stay.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    5.0
    A lot more rustic than it leads you to believe...
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The photos don't really give a true representation. There was hardly anything to do. The pool area is much smaller than it looks and gets full quickly. The games room has no place for food or drinks and is quite secluded. Restaurant was dismal. The unit we stayed in was more like a caravan park than Lodge. Kitchen was damp and cupboards smelled, dust and bugs everywhere. The hottest room (loft) didn't even have a fan to help with the heat. When it rained there was no cover over the deck so we were stuck inside. The bathroom was icky and the floors were all sticky throughout. Ive been to a number of Gooderson resorts and this one really fell flat. I only saw 2 staff members on entry and they were very friendly but that's the only time we saw anyone.

    It was nice and quiet

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were Clean, very comfortable and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help in making our stay enjoyable I highly recommend it for anyone visiting downtown.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place was clean, had all the kitchen utensils. Beds are comfortable. Reception lady Miss Kunene very welcoming and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location well maintained close to the beach Great facilities

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Load shedding

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    1.0
    This booking was an inconvenience for us but we spent the night because we already paid.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mananger of the place is undermining and disrespectful. Racially discriminating. The Rooms are too small and so are the beds. The house is not as it looked on pictures. Rules are not the same as the ones written online.

    It's closer to the ocean

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    2.0
    Disappointing, I am certainly not in a hurry to go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The unit is in desperate need of a makeover.

    So badly maintained, the only redeeming thing about the space was the staff, it was tiny, with a broken table bench combination, mismatched taps, doors that didn't open from the inside, clear glass slats in the bathroom so outside neighbours could see in, and unbelievably noisy neighbours with their motorbikes.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    10
    We had an amazing time and the restaurant they cooked amazing food 😋😋😋😋
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The location is amazing 🥰the view is to die for

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2023

    5.0
    Adequate but not memorable, not somewhere where I dream of staying again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    House was very small, tightly squashed bedrooms and not very comfortable for my in-laws. Uncomfortable patio furniture. Very basic kitchen facilities... nothing extra

    Location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2023

    10
    Beautiful spot in the bush
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Exceptional cabins, very comfortable and isolated.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2023

    10
    Wonderful facilities and exceptional hospitality
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such a nice spot to stay with a big group of people. Really wonderful facilities and right by the beach! Highly recommended, we had an excellent stay.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2023

    10
    Beautiful retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful venue! Such friendly staff who are so accommodating. Cabins were comfortable and spotless, and restaurant was fantastic!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately there's nothing I didn't like. Everything was perfect

    Everything , the place was very clean. The location and atmosphere was great and peaceful

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2023

    10
    Really nice romantic place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had some loadshedding but that wasnt the properties fold.

    We loved that it was super private and the private beach and the nature was amazing.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    10
    The place is awesome and perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect as it is a forest Lodge and it does not need too much change. Let the nature be as we leave in the cities and places have changed alot.

    The place is perfect for people who are working alot as it is ideal for a vacation. Fresh air every minute as the trees are refreshing the atmosphere. Nature at it's best can be experienced at Mtunzini.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    We arrived late, due to car issues and staff were amazing to open up after check in. Wish we could have spent more time there, as it is a lovely destination. Definitely be back

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything it was amazing

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    6.0
    KZN hospitality at its best!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little maintenance required to the chalets.

    The walking trails and beach are spectacular! We loved the braai facilities. Loved the privacy - the staff are friendly and happy. Sydney - the maintenance man was absolutely fantastic. I’m We enjoyed a great mini golf family tournament !

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    3.0
    Poor
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedding felt damp / wet the first night and had to complain. Location where they let us stay was bad when all other chalets was open. Alot of stairs in the dark and the lights outside and at the stairs are not working making it very dangerous to walk at night especially for our college that is in his late 60's. The alarm was also not working.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2023

    10
    the most amazing place to get back to nature and simplicity. The food at the restaurant was exceptional. I have been at
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    all was good

    it was remote and peaceful , in the middle of nature and is exceptionally observant of the environment and surroundings.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some lights and fans not working in rooms. Some rooms smelled of mould. Rat poison under the beds.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    10
    Best Forest 🌳 first time vacation ever, Peaceful,very Clean and best place to visit with family and couples vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    our Toilets 🚽 room 19 it’s need to be fixed.it’s blocked.Room 20 had no lights for LOAD-SHEDDING back up like room 19.

    The Rooms very clean,staff very friendly and helpful.The pool 🏊‍♀️ & beach 🏖 very clean.It’s a very peaceful place to visit and spend quality time with your family and relax.I love the forest 🌳 going to the beach 🏖 it’s a nice exercise with the family that we enjoyed the most.The beautiful view in the morning hearing the birds 🦅.The Shower 🚿 love the hot water 💦 and very clean towels.The beds 🛌 linen very clean.The light 💡 for LOAD-SHEDDING we had in room 19 it’s was very helpful.Kids enjoyed too much the pool 🏊‍♀️,slides 🛝 & all the games on the pool area.Fans working perfectly.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Bi-Loft Chalet (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We love staying here, such a lovely location and the restaurant served us fantastic meals!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet (4 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no water in the place. An it was hard for that situation even to use toilet is was a problem they don't provide even drinking water, we didn't bath from Friday. The issue of water spoil our mood

    Stayed in March 2023

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