Main Road Sodwana, 3974 Sodwana Bay, South Africa
#1 of 25 hotels in Sodwana Bay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 69 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Paul
South AfricaThe house is very well appointed with everything one needed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Andre
South Africano recommendations as the stay and setup is wonderful!
Unbelievable value for money. Airconditioned and daily cleaning services. Alphia is a wonderful host...champaign on arrival and very the lady whom looks after the place was very friendly. Solar and Wifi makes the stay feel like home!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Charmz
South AfricaNo acces to lake from accom
The accomadation was excellent. On internet their was a Gate leading to the lake that was closed.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Monica
PeruNothing
Beautifully designed rustic house that blends perfectly with the surroundings. It’s very well equipped and has a lovely view. The rooms were comfortable and we also enjoyed the common spaces. It’s very easy to find, as well as to do check-in and out. Good value for money!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Gerhard
South AfricaYou have to pay daily Park entrance fees to get access to the beach. In our case it was R70/vehicle and R40/person in the vehicle
Property was spotless and ready on our arrival. It met and exceeded all our needs for our stay. Alphia was always in touch and provided additional information.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Rohini
South AfricaThis place is beautiful and spacious. we loved our stay here and would definitely plan to come back. It is well maintained, and stocked with everything you would need.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Brian
South AfricaNo comments
This is a amazing house. No shortage of anything.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Shirley-ann
South AfricaLeaving:-)
Arrive at reception (and it stays open late, if needed) sign in the visitors book and collect the keys
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Shirley-ann
South AfricaLet us know which coffee pods to bring for the coffee machine:-)
The property is stunning, well appointed, beautifully decorated and suitable to host larger families with all the conveniences, of extra ice in the freezer, coffee machine, water filter, crockery and cutlery and serving areas. Hot showers and comfy beds. The view is towards the lake, we saw guinea fowl, family of meerkats, nyala just to name a few, we had a super relaxing time and the diving was awesome.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Laura
BelgiumThe WIFI didn't work at all during our stay, we mentioned it to the reception but they did not fix it. Keep in mind that the housekeeper will be in the lodge from around 8:30 am until 2 pm. We did not take that into account which made it a bit awkward when hanging around the house around lunchtime.
Great location to visit Sodwana Bay, very spacious lodge, great place for friends and families.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Cindy
South AfricaLoved everything
Lovely view. Spacious. Aircons. They go the little extra with the coffee pods etc.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 27 March 2023
Eugene
South AfricaI enjoyed the rooms and the complete accommodation. I also enjoyed how helpful. Management were when we were running late to check in. They arranged that we clect keys with the security at the gatewho were ready for us
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 1 February 2023
Shelly
South AfricaNA
Location. Everything was catered for!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 17 January 2023
Francois
South AfricaAbsolutely nothing
Absolutely everything!! From the finest detail to the last absolutely awesome. We will book no where else from now on. Deserving every accolade and point on bookings.com
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2022
Lizanne
South AfricaThe house was beautiful and clean. Felt like home! Would definitely book here again.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 10 October 2022
Madeleine
South AfricaFantastic, I have stayed in a few houses in Sodwana bay lodge. This by far has been the best. Literally home away from home. The owner has thought of everything.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 5 October 2022
Deepak
South AfricaSpacious, clean and very luxurious
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 27 September 2022
Herbert
GermanyGetting hold of reception via phone or the diving team proved difficult. Several phone calls went unanswered. I ended up using a nearby dive team Instead which was good but much more expensive.
All round exceptional. House 34 is amazing - large lounge, plenty of room, very clean, comfortable and exceptionally well equipped for self service. The restaurant food and service were amazing. Check in and check out we’re easy and quick. The cleaners even did our laundry. Our entire stay was a pleasure.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 31 May 2022
Zakhele
South AfricaI loved everything.
The location. The house itself. Cleanliness. The host was so friendly, spoke to her on the phone.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 30 May 2022
Zamansele
South AfricaThe notice (code of conduct) that is placed on the fridge for the guests to read and adhere to, should revise its use of the term "cleaning girl" when referring to adult female cleaning staff. This term dated and racially offensive.
We enjoyed everything about this property, it is up to standard.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 13 May 2022
Justin
United KingdomAmazing setting in the north coast forest with all of nature around you. The property had everything we needed. Amazing weather in May
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 28 February 2022
Grant
South Africacentral and friendly staff, our unit 34 was clean and very comfortable even though we only stayed for a short time .
clean and well run
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 19 November 2021
Andrew
South AfricaNothing
the location is perfect. Nice and quite area
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 24 October 2021
Nieves
SpainBecause it was low season the restaurant opened only for breakfast and dinner. The staff at the reception didn't have a clue about anything: WiFi password, the diving club...we have to talk to the owner directly, who was very efficient and kind
The location is perfect and the accomodation is the best in the area. The diving was amazing. The house had everything you need to stay there comfortably: 2 fridges, a freezer, cutlery, kitchenware, Nespresso coffee machine...The housekeeper takes care of the bungalow as your own. There's a store just opposite the lodge with almost everything, except fresh food
Stayed in October 2021
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