Welgevonden Nature Reserve, 0530 Welgevonden Game Reserve, South Africa
#4 of 15 hotels in Welgevonden Game Reserve
Guests' ChoiceBased on 75 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
6.2
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
James
South AfricaVERY minor feedbak - Given the 5 Star rating of the lodge we would have loved proper coffee instead of instant coffee on the morning game drives.
Our experience at Nedile was amazing!! The views are absolutely breathtaking. The lodge is truly luxurious. The game viewing was spectacular - we even had a herd of elephants come up to the lodge and drink from the swimming pool. The staff are so friendly and helpful and the food was delicious.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Louise
United KingdomSmaller more friendly rustic style and had a couple of wondeful Elephants come up close by the pool
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Bev
South AfricaMagical place and experience. Lovely bush lodge in a beautiful setting. Great sightings and knowledgeable guide. Friendly team. Thank you for the awesome stay.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Lerato
South AfricaNothing
Everything. Staff, food, cleanliness etc…
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 August 2023
Tonia
South AfricaStay and staff was absolutely amazing. Game drives were fantastic.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Vanessa
United StatesNothing. Everything was excellent.
This lodge is amazing ! From the staff to the food. Everyone is so friendly, we did not want to leave. Definitely a 5 star lodge!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Jose
South AfricaI cannot think of anything that we didnt like.
All the meals were very generous and delicious. The staff went out of their way to ensure that they served the appropriate choices for me as a prediabetic.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 July 2023
Grasense
South AfricaMeal portions were small for a big bloke. :)
Everything
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 30 May 2023
Jan
GermanyThey are allowed to drive only with one car at a time. When the lodge is fully booked, 10 people plus ranger in one vehicle. OK, but not super for those, that sit in the middle They are not allowed to go offroad....ok in many places, where it´s simply impossible. But in other places it is possible, so you could approach game closer, but you are not allowed to
The lodge, the whole reserve, the staff, the ranger, all was as good as possible. The waterhole at the lodge gives additional sightings, the ranger (Winand) is an expert by all means
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Michael
South AfricaThe main road into the lodge is in terrible condition. Everyone was complaining no matter what type of vehicle they have. To be fair, I think they can work on the food. Some meals are very very basic and not what I expected from a 5 star lodge.
Great room, great service, lovely staff.. all round very good experience.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 24 April 2023
Lise-jo
South AfricaI, along with a couple that just flew in from the UK, had over an hour's wait at the main gate after arrival before we were taken to the lodge. After traveling for a long period of time and being asked to arrive at a certain time, I didn't find this a great start to my holiday. Another vehicle really could've come to collect the guest who was an hour and a half later than us.
The intimacy of the lodge is fantastic with only 5 suites on the property. The views, meals, and rooms were phenomenal!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 27 March 2023
Matthias
SwitzerlandGreat location, great hospitality, great food, great game reserve
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 16 January 2023
Thomas
South AfricaNothing
Super nice staff. Stunning location, great food, and extraordinary game drives. Thanks to Wienand, Danelle, Jonathan, John and all the other people from the Nedile team.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2023
Craig
South AfricaBooking process very formulaic rather than personalised
Unpretentious bush lodge with great food and very good rangers. They can cater Halaal friendly and their prices are excellent for what you get.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2022
Angela
South AfricaSpectacular Location. Friendly, accommodating staff. HIghlight was the bath with the incredible view. I like the intimacy of this lodge. Keep up the great work Nedile.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 5 August 2022
Robert
United KingdomEverything
Awesome place Awesome people.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 18 July 2022
Cedric
South AfricaN.A
Stunning view, good service and very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 5 June 2022
Lindokuhle
South AfricaDriving on the grovel road to get to the pick up point
The views, the pool, the game drives and the food
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 2 June 2022
Jennifer
South AfricaNothing. Everything was excellent.
Beautiful location. The lodge is located at the top of a ridge with an amazing view over the reserve. The chalets are comfortable and have their own private balconies. The meals were delicious and filling (dessert with lunch and dinner!), the staff attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. We saw and learned so much on our game drives, and had a wonderful and relaxing time. I would highly recommend Nedile Lodge.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 16 May 2022
Matthew
Spainthe road to the lodge must be driven is a high clearance vehicle, we went is my audi s3 which got damaged on the drive in. it would be nice to be told in advance that the road is not great.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 12 May 2022
Amit
IsraelVegetarian (fish) could have been prepared a little better. Was slightly dry
Absolutely everything
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 12 April 2022
Léa
Francenothing
the location and the quality of the accommodation
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 25 March 2022
Brian
South AfricaEvery aspect of our stay was exceptional.
Serene with beautiful views. Very intimate (only accommodates 10 guests), supplemented by brilliant staff service.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 5 March 2022
Fabiola
SpainNedlile has exceeded our expectations. Located in the heart of Welgevonden Game Reserve, this is a stunning place with a familiar touch. The staff had all kinds of details with us. They really care about their guests. The cherry on the cake was John, the game ranger, an outstanding guide, animal lover, and someone who understands wildlife in nature. We will be back :).
Stayed in March 2022
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