D242 Road, Bayala,, 3915 Hluhluwe, South Africa
#3 of 22 hotels in Hluhluwe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 82 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 March 2024
Petro
South AfricaNothing
Everything. Staff friendly and helpful. Accommodation neat and clean. Food delicious. Our guide was excellent.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Peter
South AfricaTents were very warm, needed aircon. Lunch and dinner selections and portions could be better, given the price
Breakfast was amazing Staff were fantastic, especially Buselaphi Game viewing was outstanding
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Natalie
United KingdomNothing - our stay was perfect and we wished we had stayed longer!
The villas were incredible. The nicest accommodation we’ve ever stayed in! The villas are huge with their own heated plunge pool, decking area for sunbathing & also a covered lounge area. Also an area for private dining. The food was incredible standard & presented in a lovely way by the chef coming to your table to say what’s on the menu, the waiting staff then come & take your order. All the staff were so attentive & friendly & helpful. And as for the safari drives - we were so impressed. We saw 4 of the “big 5” on the 3 drives we went on. We missed 2 drives as wanted to spend some time enjoying the accommodation. Our rangers Iphrain & Ronnie were so knowledgeable, friendly & just lovely to spend the time with.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 December 2023
Makhosi
South AfricaNothing
Facilities and game drives
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Benjamin
United KingdomI have no complaints.
Loved that the game drives were very interactive with trackers and guides talking you through the whole experience. The staff were incredible in general. Was amazing all round.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 September 2023
Lawrence
South AfricaNothing.
Everything. Outstanding food, fabulous accommodation, excellent staff service and magnificent game viewing.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Peter
South Africabreakfast was exceptional. dinning room staff were very friendly
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Sundersingh
South AfricaMain N2 drive has too many trucks and road quality not good
Good service, great accommodation and good game viewing
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Alberto
ItalyBeautiful game reserve in the middle of the mountains. Fantastic safari with many animals and guides really prepared
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2023
Marijke
United KingdomPlunge pool in the honeymoon tent was a little disappointing as was just a repurposed non functioning jacuzzi
Amazing Game viewing with really talented Ranger and Tracker. Loved the tendered camp set up.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 14 June 2023
Quincy
South Africathey should consider having fan heaters for the tents during the winter months
beautiful place and great staff…romantic tents
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Grant
South AfricaStaff, Food AND gAME dRIVES FANTASTIC.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 20 May 2023
Sean
South Africatents vs chalet: chalet will win every time but tents were as good as tents could be
loved being in the bush, tents are very private
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 4 May 2023
Ravindra
South AfricaBreakfast as well very good. Staff were extremely friendly, polite and willing to meet every request.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Vikesh
South AfricaNoise from the generator close to the room was intrusive at night
Warm welcome. Excellent meals. Local drinks inclusive. Attentive staff.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 1 May 2023
Makhosi
South AfricaShowers were either extremely hot or cold it was difficult to set the right temperature
Game drives were great Meals were absolutely delicious
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 29 March 2023
Karen
CanadaLoved everything.
Everything was exceptional and beyond what we expected in terms of accommodations and service. Tents were very well designed. All staff were so professional and attentive. Game drives were awesome. Food and drinks were delicious.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 26 March 2023
Reid
South AfricaTruthfully there was nothing I would change.
The staff, food - game drives and spa are absolutely amazing. I cannot wait to go back. The knowledge of our game driver and tracker on safari was outstanding. I loved the pool it was heaven on the warmer days!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 14 March 2023
Kim
CanadaThe absolute best part of our first visit to South Africa. An experience we can't forget. Warm welcome, our trackers were beyond amazing, our villa was breathtaking with a plunge pool and cabana to soak it all in, and wildlife right outside. We loved everything about it. The boma night that was arranged for our last evening sealed this deal. We spotted giraffes and zebras on route to the villa. This is where the magic started and it continued throughout our stay. Absolutely everything about this safari was well worth every penny. Traveling from Canada with our Infant, we ended our vacation with this trip and I wouldn't change a thing about it. Thank you to all the staff for showing us what living a fulfilled life is all about. This is as close to wildlife and nature as we could get and it was perfect! We can't wait to visit again for much longer. 2 game drives a day, wake up calls available, excellent meals, villas spoke to Africa's culture, outdoor shower was a must, plunge pool overlooking the terrain with giraffes strolling through the area. Wow!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 11 February 2023
Carol
South AfricaTent was exceptionally hot, would have been lovely having an aircon.
beautiful, special place!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 29 January 2023
Greg
United Statesway too much food
5 star property. not cheap but totally worth it.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 20 January 2023
Bonisiwe
South AfricaMaintenance to be done on the shower in the tub. No water pressure
We loved the privacy of our tents. Connecting with nature. The guide and tracker were amazing. Sabelo and Khaya taught us more about wildlife.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2022
Alicia
United Statesnothing.
everything. living comfortable in the midst of the wild
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 5 September 2022
Alet
South AfricaCoffee could be stronger especially on rides. Shower temp difficult to control - either cold or burning. Bacon at breakfast was really not good - I would suggest streaky bacon
Great staff and beautiful and secluded tented camp
Stayed in August 2022
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