Swadini Road, Blyde River Canyon, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#4 of 16 B&Bs and Inns in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 44 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
9.5
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Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Maria
ItalyThe location is stunning, the property is beautiful, modern, stylish and in balance with the surroundings.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Tim
United StatesFirst class operation with the owners present. Food and views are world class.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Beverly
South AfricaThe staff went out of their way to accommodate us. We were there to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary and they truly helped to make it special.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Nicolaas
NetherlandsThere are no negatives here
Do yourself a favor. Even if it is just once. Stay at Umvangati House. It is breathtaking and beyond your wildest imagination. The views on the ridge, the incredible architecture, the spectacular food of Chef Liam, the impeccable service, the stunning rooms. Only problem will be: you will not want to leave. Ever.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Bruette
United StatesEverything and more
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Bruette
United StatesEverything
Gorgeous scenery, friendly service and people, an amazing room with a view, cleanliness, best breakfast ever, helpful information with booking excursions, all over the most beautiful places with most beautiful kind people. The owners did not hesitate to make this an extraordinary experience! Thank you Lidia, Giel and Sonja
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Philip
United KingdomThe exceptional design of the accommodation, built in the mountains so the views were incredible. The photos do not do the place justice. It is even more beautiful in person. Lidia, Giel and family were also lovely, kind hosts. And the food that they made was amazing, and we appreciated them being flexible about dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian). Location wise it is a short (10-15 minutes drive) to Hoedspruit centre, and close to Panorama route.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Dawn
United KingdomNothing
The location was stunning, the property - rooms and communal spaces were absolutely amazing! The hosts Lidia and family were outstanding! Opt for an evening meal, Lidia is an amazing chef!!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Fevawi
GermanyThe hosts were exceptionally friendly and accommodating. The hotel room was very well equipped with everything one could possibly need. The vistas from the hotel were breathtakingly beautiful. The food was simply delicious and of extraordinary quality. Overall, it was the most amazing stay during our trip in SA.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 June 2023
Lerato
South AfricaI would definitely return, the hosts were amazing and the food was the best. Peaceful location with amazing mountain views.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Louis
FranceAmazing views. Beautiful place
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 4 May 2023
Desy
Italyeverything
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 1 March 2023
Charlotte
United KingdomBeautiful setting with incredible views. Friendly family run experience.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Jalilchikhi
FranceN/A
Amazing place with stunning views ! Great people, great hospitality and very good homemade food.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 17 April 2022
Tlou
South AfricaNothing to dislike honestly.
The serenity that comes with the place. The family's warmth. The food as well was just on another level. And the ambience outside was just breathtaking. Love the place and the pets. I still want the cat😻😻
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 9 March 2022
Kholofelo
South AfricaNothing
The staff is very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 14 February 2022
Jack
South AfricaNothing
the breakfast was delicious actually all food was amazingly delicious including desert
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 17 January 2022
Keith
South AfricaNothing really.
The house was absolutely gorgeous, the views breath taking and the suites lovely. Breakfast and dinner were delicious! The staff was warm and welcoming. We will be going back to have another workshop there for sure!!!
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 13 December 2021
Peter
South AfricaAll was OK
Breakfast was great and location so peaceful
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 9 December 2021
Lobishe
South AfricaI’m not a big fan of dogs we had this dog that would randomly follow you or bark at you
the location is just perfect
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 24 November 2021
Peter
SwedenA fantastic house with an incredible view. We stayed there for two nights and enjoyed all the time. The location is perfect for excursions to the Blyde River. We can highly recommend having dinner and enjoying Lidia's skill in cooking. The view and the food as well as the atmosphere make us recommend that you stay at least two nights. Lidia and Giel are exceptional hosts Thanks Peter and Agneta
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 28 September 2021
Phuti
South AfricaSwimming pool was so cold even though the weather was so hot.
Breakfast,mountain view and location
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 27 September 2021
Torbjørn
South AfricaAbsolutely nothing.
The place is astonishing. A magnificent building in absolutely stunning surroundings with wonderful views of the mountains. Peaceful, clean, quiet and luxurious. Lidia and Giel were fantastic hosts and the food was delicious. A 10/10 experience! Will hopefully be back soon.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 9 August 2021
Kk
RussiaService. Absolutely delicious food. Extra ordinary attention to detail. Views. Rooms. Location.
Stayed in August 2021
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