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Reviews of The Bardolino Artists Retreat

8B Hermansburg Road, 1200 Nelspruit, South Africa

#2 of 27 hotels in Nelspruit

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Review score

Based on 35 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    8.0
    Cosy place
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment - Split Level
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing we did not like.

    Jennifer is a very responsive host. The cottages are cosy and clean. Good value for money.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

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

    No tv

    Everything was ohk, except that there were no tv in the rooms

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend the place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely gorgeous, quaint and secure little place offering lots of kisses from Pablo and Luna. The view of the pool area from the day bed is to die for and the well maintained garden🤌🏾we definitely appreciated that space as we played games in the afternoon. It’s a very short drive out of town which is easy to locate. This place was good value for money.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It'was very peaceful,I'm happy and most importantly the kids were very happy and comfortable also Miss Jennifer she's so friendly and welcoming🤎😁

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    9.0
    This place is really nice , we will definitely go back again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is beautiful, we loved everything

    The hosts are a lovely couple who go out of their way to ensure the clients are comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Located a short distance outside of Nelspruit, a well equipped place , and good nights rest.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing stands out.

    The rooms were very well equipped, in particular the kitchen areas. Plenty of little extras to enjoy with your tea or coffee. Very peaceful area and some nice views over the valley.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Beautiful stay I would definitely recommend it to everyone
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Split Level
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is very beautiful, spacious and kid friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gas geyser didn't fully heat up, but since it was so hot it wasn't a big problem. Other than that, everything was great.

    The location was excellent and the service was above and beyond. Jennifer is a great host and paid attention to detail in making sure our stay was pleasant. We will definitely be back.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    10
    What a peaceful place, if you are looking for peace, I highly recommend this place.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything about Bardolino Artist is the best, Walter & Jennifer may God bless you, they gave me a moral support for my interview in Ngodwana & they gave me an advice, how to present myself, it was a great experience for my age to travel from Durban to Nelspruit. What a peaceful place to be.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    10
    one of the most beatifull places i slept over. will recomend it to all my friens,fanily and business
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Split Level
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything about this place. i will be traveling a lot to Nelspruit an will always find my way there

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    8.0
    Overall, we had a lovely stay. We met another family there and spent NYE with them!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment - Split Level
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was quite squirmish about the bees but I still came home with honey hahaha

    It’s very peaceful and cozy! Still close to a lot of amenities and places to explore.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place was good,trees, swimming pool n fresh air.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    9.0
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tranquility of the place was wonderful ,it was peaceful and safe and very child friendly the owners Jennifer and Walter were absolutely lovely hosts and made our stay even more comfortable .thank you to Dudu for keeping our place for the week clean for us. We can't wait to return as a family again.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

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

    Nothing. Just the WiFi was not strong enough. She did explain that it's because of the thick walls. Otherwise my kids had enough entertainment.

    Jennifer was so friendly and welcoming. She tried very hard to make sure our stay was comfortable. I am definitely going to return there when I go to Nelspruit again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Host were very friendly and helpful. We had the Owl Cottage and it was very cute! Would definitely recommend this place. Very peaceful ✌️

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

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

    No complaint

    It was excellent please keep it up

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    10
    Great Place , Great Host and such attention to details , perfectly clean and one even gets milk and biscuits and shampoo
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything , such a peaceful beautiful calming space

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    9.0
    Eco-friendly and wholesome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fridge was a bit noisy and a second bath towel would have been welcome. I'd have liked to separate my rubbish into recycling types.

    A peaceful place to unwind. Attentive and interesting hosts.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    10
    Tucked away in nature, taken care of by loving and warm people & beautiful stay in a beautiful area!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We found the unit as we entered very chilly but that was quickly taken care of as there was a heater as well as an electric blanket provided as well. Other than that, we can’t actually think of something that we didn’t like or gave us problems with!

    As we arrived to our stay, Jennifer was quick to greet us and show us our unit. The property itself being tucked away and surrounded by greenery was the perfect touch to a retreat, the unit itself was perfect for us, the gas stove worked a magic during load shedding to make a cup of tea, as well as rechargeable lights, biscuits and rusks and some of their honey to taste. Jennifer left us some extra blankets as it was a bit chilly at night. We certainly enjoyed how beautiful the unit looked and the whole property as well. Definitely would recommend to everyone that is looking for a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of the rat race. We loved the warmth from Jennifer and Walter, Walter gave us an insightful and informative tour of their honey and mead making room and their property and telling us about their other products that they offer such as Organic Honey, Mead and organic turmeric amongst many more ! Looking forward to next time !

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Gas Geyser didn't maintain heat.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    10
    Highly recommend booking here. everything about it was amazing. The room itself was great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi. It only worked when by the door but the host made us aware upon check in that it was unstable

    The host. The room itself and just the general feel of the area. Jennifer is such an amazing host! Solid 10/10

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 4 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

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