Boasting a spa bath, Thulamela Couples Retreat is situated in Hazyview. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house has an outdoor fireplace and a hot tub. The air-conditioned guest house consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. This guest house also includes a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. As an added convenience, the guest house offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Sightseeing tours are available around the property. Thulamela Couples Retreat has a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Kruger Park Lodge Golf Club is 5.1 km from the accommodation, while Sabie River is 7.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kruger Mpumalanga International, 46 km from Thulamela Couples Retreat, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Hazyview
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Le
    South Africa South Africa
    The warm hospitality was greatly appreciated. The staff were friendly and helpful and the unit is well-maintained and very neat. Breakfast was served on time and was delicious. We enjoyed every moment, will be back.
  • Robin
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Everything. Super cute cottages with little personal touches. Ask for the vegan breakfast, it’s fantastic.
  • Angela
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything!! Private, comfortable and quaint. Attention to detail … all the little extras and the specially made fabulous vegan breakfast. The staff are lovely and helpful. Great value for money too. Wonderful bird life.
  • Jonathan
    South Africa South Africa
    Lovely quiet stay with very friendly staff and a beautiful spot. Very private, and relaxed place.
  • Dorcas
    South Africa South Africa
    the staff is friendly. if tranquility is what you looking for look no feather.
  • T
    Trudie
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was great. Staff are all friendly. Loved the peace and quiet of it all. Beautiful location. Can't wait to book our next stay. Perfect Couples retreat. Thank you all for a lovely weekend getaway.
  • Shauné
    South Africa South Africa
    Penny did lots of effort making our honeymoon days special. Perfect for a romantic getaway.
  • Mitesh
    South Africa South Africa
    Great location and super friendly staff. Cabins are secluded and very private.
  • Martin
    South Africa South Africa
    The whole couple experience was amazing. Extremely romantic and very nicely done.
  • Veronique
    South Africa South Africa
    Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Food was great

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property questions and answers
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  • Hi do you bring the breakfast to the room?

    Hello to you, yes we do serve breakfast at your cottage - between 7.30am and 9am. We bring to you! Penny @ Thulamela
    Answered on 24 May 2022
  • hi all rooms have jacuzzi?? do we find it decorated or only on request?

    Hello, each cottage has its own deck jacuzzi. I do a few tealight candles around the jacuzzi and rose petals on the deck as complimentary. At an extr..
    Answered on 1 February 2023
  • Hello can we bring our own food or are we going to be catered for by you?

    Hello to you, breakfast is included, but the rest of the meals are for yourself to arrange! Each cottage has its own braai area, right at the cottage ..
    Answered on 20 September 2022
  • Is there a pay off option

    Hello to you, I am open to such an arrangement, yes! I would require you to WA me for an invoice to be sent to. We would love to welcome you to our sp..
    Answered on 7 May 2023
  • MORNING, LOOKING FOR ACCOMODAUION FROM 3 - 7 AUGUST 2022. 2 ADULTS. BOTH MALE, CAN YOU PROVIDE 2 SINGLE BEDS IN A CHALET? AIRCON/BRAAI FACILITY? DANKI..

    Hello Lukas, thank you for your message - I have replied to you as discussed! Let's chat soon again, Penny at Thulamela
    Answered on 22 July 2022
  • Hi Do you have a pool?

    Hello! Yes, we do have a swimmingpool!
    Answered on 3 November 2023
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Hosted by Penny Swartz

9.7
9.7
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Penny Swartz
Thulamela is an ideal getaway for couples wanting a quiet breakaway "away from it all" - each cottage is stuck away in natural bush, with the emphasis on rest and recoup! Privacy and seclusion - we value our guests requests, and cater for any special needs eg. proposals, anniversary celebrations, picnics into the world-famous Kruger National Park on safari, girlfriend-getaways, mom and daughter bonding-time! A trained massage therapist can be booked for wonderful couple massages in the privacy of your cottage or on the deck (at an extra cost) and private catering options for guests eg. a yummy chocolate fondue, snazzy snack platters and wholesome braai goodie baskets can be ordered as extras. The deck jacuzzi is ideal for special conversations and memory-making moments. We so look forward to welcoming you to our special Thulamela!
Penny and the Thulamela-team so look forward to welcoming you - we have been waiting for you and have prepared your cottage! Most of the Thulamela-team have been here for 18-20 years and love this working space! Penny is a trained Dietician, and will cater for specific dietary needs, on request. Thulamela opened its doors in October 1996, with the desire to create an accommodation destination that would "tick the boxes" for couples wanting a quiet and intimate breakaway close to Gauteng, ideally suited for a weekend breakaway. The Thulamela-team is passionately focused on ensuring our guests are happy!
Hazyview is a tourism-town, with a wide range of activities from "mild to wild" - adventure activities like river rafting, horse-riding, aerial cable trail, paintball, quadbiking, the Big Swing in Graskop (approx 40km away), mountain-biking, hikes, KNP safaris. The area is also farming-rich and farm tours can be arranged (macadamia, ginger). The nearby KNP (approx 12km away) is home to the BIG 5 and day tours are arranged. We have a local coffee-bean grower and Shiloh Coffee has a lovely coffee shop venue and tours are offered. Thulamela is ideally suited to explore the scenic area of the Panorama Route, God's Window and the Blyde Canyon. No visit to Thulamela is complete without a day visit to Kaapschehoop and the wild horses there. There is a lovely artists ramble in and around White River with visits to the Bosch and Eloff studios a must.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Thulamela Couples Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Hot tub
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the business centre and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Heating
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
Thulamela Couples Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaBankcard Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Thulamela Couples Retreat

  • Check-in at Thulamela Couples Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Thulamela Couples Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Thulamela Couples Retreat on this page.

  • Thulamela Couples Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Couples massage
    • Neck massage
    • Hand massage
    • Back massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Full body massage
  • Room options at Thulamela Couples Retreat include:

    • Chalet
  • Thulamela Couples Retreat is 1.4 miles from the centre of Hazyview. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.