The massages unfortunately weren't great, especially for the price. I also wasn't a fan of the head massage taking place on the bed, unfortunately the friction with my face in the massage bed caused a blister on my face.

The vegan chia breakfast pudding was delicious, we also loved the pap balls on the meat platter and the salmon english muffins are always a favourite. The WhatsApp communication is efficient and easy.

Stayed in December 2023

The bed was not properly made it looked like someone just left immediately. No big mirror in the room to see how you dressed. For the price I paid i felt they could do better.

Peaceful place the game drive was good. Staff was amazing. The food was good.

Stayed in November 2023

One of cleaners entered our room without knocking!!! Definitely not happy about that 😭☹️

The breakfast was perfect, enjoyed it & location was perfect, very quiet as well .. definitely love love love cradle boutique hotel ❤️

Stayed in December 2023

Beautiful amazing scenery, great staff very friendly. Amazing food. Easy communication with the reception.

Stayed in December 2023

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Excellent, attentive service by well-trained staff! Fantastic facilities in an unmatched location... Views from the restaurant and dining ambiance is topnotch!

Stayed in December 2023

The sky rooms felt a bit small. We have stayed in the other rooms before and felt sky room is nice but could be a bit more spacious..I compared with other rooms. Could also do with a bath. Hot tub nice add, as that's why I booked room type..but was not hot...it was actually Luke warm..not hot at all. If this is the case thrn they need to make space in the room for a regualar bath tub. Shower was lovely and hot. Also, it would be nice if we could hear and see some animals around the lodge. If thry put larger game there like rhino maybe, Buffalo and lion and you could lay in your room at night hearing thr lions..that would be a game changer. But I know not all reserves aim is to have big animals. Even hyena..to hear that at night while looking at at the reserve would be amazing. Shower handle in room was coming loose. Did report it on checkout.

Food was exceptional, accommodation and view spectacular, and staff were brilliant. From thr warm welcome and butler from the porters, to the reception staff, and Waiters. All did an amazing job. The attention to detail, and communication, much of an improvement from when we were there last in 2018. Also lots more on offer. Booking.com value for money definitely, go for the half board option. Love that you can Whatsapp if you need anything at all. Very good.

Stayed in December 2023

As soon as we drove into the premises, my mind was engulfed by natural beauty. The food.. on my the food was amazing.

Stayed in December 2023

That the room did not have a bathtub

The location

Stayed in December 2023

I couldn't soak in the bath because the plug didn't seal properly so the water kept disappearing. It's a natural pool so the bottom was a little slippery from the algae which is a bit weird.

Our room was spacious and private with a nice large deck area. The food at the restaurant was great. My husband loved his massage. The staff was so responsive, all our requests were handled promptly.

Stayed in December 2023

I think the game drive needed a lot more animals.

Most of the things were up to my standards.

Stayed in December 2023

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Their food is amazing - Breakfast was a 10 out of 10 :)

Stayed in December 2023

The pool was still closed for renovation (although they told me it would be reopened when I contacted them about 2-3w prior to my arrival). They offered an alternative though: a shuttle to the swimming pool on the other side of the domain. However this pool was not really inviting since it wasn't clean and without any staff available the vervet monkeys really take over the place.

Best bed & bathroom from my entire trip through South-Africa! The rooms are wonderful and so is the restaurant and all the staff I encountered during my stay. I had the package that included dinner & breakfast and every meal I had was delicious. The game drive was OK but not great, but I was happy to see some blesbok and enjoy the surroundings.

Stayed in November 2023

Would be great if it came with a Nespresso machine

Comfortable and spacious

Stayed in December 2023

So close to Jhb, friendly staff and amazing food!

Stayed in December 2023

Everything.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing to complain about, love it all

Service was exceptional

Stayed in December 2023

The environment, it is so quiet and peaceful. All that I needed!

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

Everything about the property was on point, definitely value for money

Stayed in December 2023

The environment is peaceful and the food was amazing. The staff were really friendly and helpful.

Stayed in December 2023

Network and Wi-Fi connectivity😢. Half of our stay Wi-Fi was down.

scenary, the bushveld and the quiteness of the place. We also loved the design of the chalets and the surrounding buildings, such as the restaurant. Friendly staff.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

Location

Stayed in December 2023

I felt that the drinks were excessively over-priced at dinner. R150+ for a cocktail is extreme for South Africa. Breakfast was ok, but when you order soft eggs you would expect soft eggs. Breakfast (and coffee) included in the price was great, but when you are told that a cappuccino is a 'special coffee' and is at extra cost, it seems a bit of a rip-off.

Dinner was excellent however the drinks are very over-priced. Breakfast was very good and the staff attentive. The check-in and check-out staff were friendly and willing to help. The WhatsApp service worked perfectly and was a nice touch

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing was pretty satisfying experience

Friendly staff,clean room

Stayed in December 2023

Excellent food and service

Stayed in December 2023

There wasn’t a lot of activities on site

The staff was amazing, exceptional service

Stayed in December 2023