Isimangaliso Wetland Park, Elephant Coast, 3815 Mabibi, South Africa
#2 of 2 hotels in Mabibi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 22 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.5
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Sunkaran
South AfricaAvailable activities could have been better explained on arrival.
Casual elegance in an idyllic setting. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Andrew
United KingdomAmazing experience a long way from anywhere. Food incredible. Activities so much fun
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Amanda
South AfricaAbsolutely nothing
The most beautiful setting ❤️. Our room was tastefully decorated with a very comfortable bed. All amenities exceptional. The food was out of this world and all the staff super friendly and helpful. Had an awesome spa treatment.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 February 2024
Kenna
CanadaThe meals were excellent and the location a real gem. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. They went the extra mile over every detail.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Johesta
South AfricaThey go out of there way to make you feel relaxed and special.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Hugo
United KingdomNothing
Everything was simply perfect. After driving through dense forest down a 4x4 track we knew we had arrived in a special place when we were given a warm welcome by the team waiting for us at the reception entrance as we drove up. We were bowled over by the beautiful setting and the luxurious but natural and understated finish of the resort. It is in harmony with the surroundings! The service was world class and even we arrived later than expected a superb lunch was served. Then we were taken to our lodgings which again left us stunned as they were so beautiful. Matthew and the team are doing a fabulous job. They stopped at nothing to make our stay very special. It was a graduation holiday for our daughter and at the first evening dinner a wonderful celebration cake was served. On our last morning we were treated to breakfast on the beach. Thank you to the Tong Lodge Team
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 15 May 2023
Nelly
FranceFor this type of price, you expect excellent service but the staff is not always up to the task (passive or surprised by your requests). The activities are also all at the same time and are quite 'short'.
Beautiful lodge in a beautiful environment. Decoration and attention to detail. Excellent food
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 22 April 2023
Jeremy
South AfricaPossibly the best weekend getaway of our lives. A truly special place and can't wait to be back.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Genevieve
United KingdomNothing. It was amazing
Beautiful isolated location. The beach is stunning. The lodge and staff are excellent. Diving was also very good - and the ocean experience included swimming with dolphins. A fantastic stay. Thank you!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 13 May 2022
Kavisha
South AfricaNothing! I think activities can be a bit longer. It felt short, though I guess one never wants the good times to end.
The location is absolutely magical. Private beach, and beautiful rooms that blend in with the environment. The staff are absolutely fantastic and so helpful. I celebrated a milestone birthday at Thonga Beach, and the staff went out of their way to give me a magical experience. Food was great too. Thonga Beach has been a bucket list adventure, and it definitely lived up to my expectations.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 13 April 2022
Bas
Australianothing
beautiful and isolated. only people on the beach were guests from the hotel
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 22 August 2021
Evelyn
GermanyThe service during dinner, breakfast, lunch could be better. You often have to wait till somebody comes to your table …
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Sivaisen
South AfricaNo wifi. For the price it was a bit overpriced
Location is amazing. Getting there was fun if you have a 4x4. Beach was incredible
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2021
Denzil
South AfricaPoorly trained staff. Meals were rushed and dining area stark. Water based boating activities not on offer as the boat motors were out of commission.
Great location
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Pieter
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Edwin
NetherlandsThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Janine
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 6 April 2023
Carra
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2022
Cristina
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 13 February 2022
Michelle
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 10 January 2022
Gary
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2022
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