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Reviews of Swadini, A Forever Resort

R531 Blyderivierspoort Nature Reserve, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa

#54 of 77 hotels in Hoedspruit

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Review score

Based on 296 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    10
    It was a a great stay for a weekend away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast menu could have been decent. The food did not meet the price.

    Breakfast was horrible.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    Well done and well enjoyed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As in most resorts, outside night lighting is essential. The curtains could therefore be lined with “ blockout” material to eliminate the brightness of the outside lighting.

    Everything in the 2 bedded chalet was spanking brand new. The cottages have been beautifully renovated and are great for a short stay, the resort is well maintained and we enjoyed a very pleasant weekend.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

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

    The noise ristrictions

    The canyon the water falls the Drakensberg mountains the history of the area about kgoshi maripe mashile

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    My stay was tranquil and easy going I’d visit resort again without a doubt
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Clean and well maintained

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The chalet's toilet had a foul smell.

    The location and forest walk was the best!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Boat trip and the view of the mountains

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean, the staff was amazingly friendly. Ruan was top staff member and the gent at the bar was so friendly. We felt safe with the kids running around as the security was very alert.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

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

    None, kids loved the heated pool experience… food was amazing as well. Bartender beyond friendly

    Staff was friendly, environment was peaceful, a great experience all together

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    8.0
    Had a great stay but our tent was leaking and they did not put coffee and sugar after cleaning nor w
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tent were leaking Dey did not put coffee and sugar after cleaning, not even water.

    The calmness and privacy

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    8.0
    It was relaxing 👌🏽
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Service from some of the stuff members especially at the restaurant please that can easily improve with bit of courtesy.

    The food from the restaurant. Waking up to some Animals in the morning. Being able to take the boat cruise and swimming in the waterfall.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Friendly staff, especially the receptionist. Environment is well groomed and looked after. Enjoyed the beautiful scenery while on the hike. Ablution blocks were always clean. Would definitely recommend camping/caravanning area.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    10
    Highly recommend for a baecation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I like the views. Stayed in the tented camp and it was comfortable and cozy

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

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

    Nothing

    Close proximity to the Blyde River dam cruise jetty. Lots of animals like baboon, Guinea fowl, Kudu and antelope in the property. Lots of space for leisure walk

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2023

    8.0
    Very nice stay with lots of hiking and fun activities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The bar was always closed

    The location was great. It has great hiking/walking trails next to the river. The facilities were nice as well and I really enjoyed the pool.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    10
    This was my first time and I'm coming back very soon I enjoyed everything...
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was good and clean.... the mountains next to the resort ,liked them.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

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

    We stayed in a luxury tent. It was clean and very convenient

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    Perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air-conditioning unit was as noisy as a Tupolev taking off. Evenings are pleasantly cool though.

    I have known Swadini for over 40 years, but it has been more than 20 years since my last visit. I was blown away by how fabulously it is maintained. The pools look remarkable, considering they are almost 50 years old. We only stayed one night, but will be back for a week! There are breathtaking mountain views, fabulous wildlife (you may even spot endangered African painted dogs!) and some of the most spectacular hiking trails on the planet. I went spotlighting at about 10pm and saw thick tailed mongoose, duiker, waterbuck, kudu, a wood owl and several bush babies. There are baboons, vervet monkeys, trumpeter hornbills, Guinea fowl and a myriad of other bird species. This place is paradise.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    On the last day staff forgot to leave us bath towels and coffee sachets We are coffee lovers

    The place was awesome, seeing the baboons,monkies and kudu's around the area.i found the peace I was looking for in that place Pools were super clean n relaxing, Boat cruise was amazing quard biking as well I wish I had more time

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    8.0
    Nice stay option with lovely views and trails and activities to do around.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The check in was not smooth. The property didn't have my booking despite me showing the confirmation number.

    The amenities were nice, furniture in the tent was comfortable and practical, accessibility to other parts within the resort was easy.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    10
    Glamping within majestic mountains.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Restaurant food and slow service.

    The feeling of the most majestic mountains surrounding us.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a bit hard, tent 3 needs a bit of maintenance

    I liked the fact that they gave us two tables one with a wash basin one normal these were very handy. I liked the fact arhat the hot pool was actually cooler 😊 Would be nice if they didn’t have sprinklers on while we playing putt putt

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

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

    Less information regarding the activities

    The location was far as we are from Pretoria, but it was a nice experience. Maybe also if the staff can be more helpful with the info regarding the activities, unlike to refer us to the company that is dealing with activities

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing

    The set up at the location is the best as well as the facilities. It is so peaceful and refreshing to be out there, we loved our stay

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    One of the best places I stayed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was very comfortable

    Nature is beautiful. The resort is well maintained.

    Stayed in August 2023

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