Set in Mabula, 2.2 km from Zebula Golf Course, Zebula Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.
Nozipho
South Africa
The staff at Zebula Boutique Hotel was very friendly, helpful and professional. The food was the best!! Rooms are beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely visit again
With Zebula Golf Course reachable in 7.8 km, Zebula Golf Estate & Spa Executive Holiday Homes features accommodation, a restaurant, a fitness centre, a garden and a shared lounge. Free WiFi is...
Jody
South Africa
I was expecting a higher quality product based on the rate. the property is dated and needs an upgrade.
All the channels were not available at the property we rented, could not watch the rugby, cricket or football that was showing on the weekend.
Would have expected this as a minimum with the rate being charged.
5 star price, 3 start experience.
We wanted to go on the game drive, but it was a mission to book and they looked under staffed at the at the activity Centre and decided to give it a skip.
Located just 2.3 km from Zebula Golf Course, Zebula Golf Estate and Spa Private Collection provides accommodation in Mabula with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as an ATM.
Gavin
South Africa
Spacious, neat, comfortable, great location, perfect!
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, 636 Itaga Safari Lodge, Mabalingwe Nature Reserve is set in Mabula.
AUDREY
South Africa
The host (Nico) is a friendly welcoming owner. The house is a home away from home with everything we needed, clean, comfortable, and open space with enough sitting areas. The helper was also friendly with good communication skills. The Buffalo 🐃 roaming round the house was a bonus 👌
Definitely will come back, what we regret of was short stay. I wish we should have booked on school holidays for a long stay.
Situated within the Mabula Private Game Reserve, Kwafubesi Tented Safari Camp consists of five luxury tents. The camp features a small outdoor swimming pool, as well as a guest lounge and bar area.
Offering luxury safari-style accommodation and a swimming pool, Wild & Free Game Lodge is situated on Mabalingwe Nature Reserve, which is home to an abundance of animal and bird life, including the...
Malcolm
South Africa
What a true hidden Gem!!! Nestled on the side of the mountains, overlooking the planes of Mabula. Tranquil, peaceful, quiet...Soul food!! What an amazing stay. The attention to detail in the lodge, each room..making every second with your loved one a romantic journey, a connection of hearts, soul and minds. The Chef's immaculate food..world class!! This is heaven on earth.
This is a magnificently beautiful place. The view is breathtaking. It's so quiet and calm and early morning you can see animals walking around. The property itself is beautiful and spacious with everything you need and even the view from the inside is stunning.
Elsie
Kuwait
Scored 10
10
Could have easily stayed way longer.
Could have easily stayed way longer. It is so beautiful and relaxing. The peace and quiet, wow, so beautiful. The kids, (saying kids, they're in their early 20's) didn't want to leave, that speak volumes as far as I am concerned. We all loved it and wished we could have stayed longer. xxx
Sue
South Africa
Scored 6.0
6.0
There is much good to say about Mabula Bushtime but the...
There is much good to say about Mabula Bushtime but the comments below would have me think twice about booking at Mabula Bushtime.
Wifi - 1) No wifi in the unit. Whilst this was OK, it would have been helpful to have been informed about this, at least at check-in. Wifi is an expected service and lack of wifi has implications. 2) There was wifi at the hotel, but one had to purchase a wifi voucher for 24 hours only. Again, at a minimum, basic wifi should be available for free.
Game Drives - This is not a self-driving reserve - there is no other option but field guides and their vehicles. 1) I had NOT been advised to book in advance, so the slots available at the time of check-in, for game drives was limited. 2) The included game drives are limited to the number of beds in the unit - for the entire stay. With no self-drive option, we had to pay for additional drives and these were not inexpensive, at unexpected further cost. 3) We were not informed that the lion enclosure was an extra cost game drive. Again, lack of communication led to frustrated expectations 3) There is no stopping nor offer of tea/coffee/rusks on the game drive for Bushtime guests, which for the cost of the game drive, would be expected. 4) And be aware that the field guides vary greatly in knowledge and experience.
Pools - There was inadequate information on which pools were heated and which pools were open. We had to drive around until we found a heated pool at one of the camps.
On the whole, the communication with guests prior to and at check-in was inadequate. There is a business WhatsApp number which would be the ideal platform to provide real-time information and communicate with guests. The people in my group had expectations of wifi and at least a daily game drive, with access to the lion enclosure included in the cost of the accommodation. At the start of our stay I had a tough time managing these expectations.
Kim
South Africa
Scored 8.0
8.0
We were in the Zebula estate, which was great for viewing...
We were in the Zebula estate, which was great for viewing the plentiful wildlife and for golf. We were going to have some meals at the restaurant, but after seeing their menu pricing and paying R32 for a 200ml coke and R70 for a normal bread roll with some bacon and cheese, we decided to prepare all meals at our accommodation. Even at the little convenience store, you paid a premium for the convenience of being able to shop there. I would suggest that travellers make sure that they are well provisioned before they get there,.
Wayne
Scored 10
10
Our stay at Mabula was great - the staff when we arrived...
Our stay at Mabula was great - the staff when we arrived were amazing. Their email system and reservation person on the phone can be a little more knowledgeable.
I called a couple of times to find out what was included in the reservation we did - and I got different answers every time. I emailed to ask and my question was not answered.
I wanted to know how many game drives were included in the booking. I was told 1 game drive - then I was told no game drives.
When we checked in the check in lady said to me we only had 1 game drive with our booking - when I went to book the game drive - the activities lady said to me we had 2 game drives with our booking.
So if the reservation person can get the story right then we can plan our activities a little better beforehand.
Otherwise everything else at Mabula was great.
Stella
South Africa
Scored 10
10
A great place just at our doorstep with a great focus on...
A great place just at our doorstep with a great focus on conservation and sustainability. The safari vehicles follow protocols and coordinate with each other to ensure the viewing spot is never overcrowded with vehicles. Rangers are very well-informed and they share their knowledge. All the staff is super friendly. A warm welcoming place.
We got engaged on Friday at Adventure with elephants and then went to Mabula for the weekend, best time of our lifes, Melissa and Chanel helped with the accomodation and Ryan the romantic setup in the room were 50 out of 10, job well done, Mike at the Restaurant with his people working there and the waiters job well done. Melanie for the game drives and the rangers friendly. Well done guys Mabula is very nice and the people working there.
We had an amazing time. We went on 4 game drives. Louis our game ranger was friendly, very informative, with excellent knowledge and we saw most of the animals at Mabula. The rooms were small but comfortable beds and stylish bathrooms. The food at every meal was lovely, with lots of choice. The staff were attentive and friendly.
Looking forward to our next visit when all the renovations are done.
What a true hidden Gem!!! Nestled on the side of the mountains, overlooking the planes of Mabula. Tranquil, peaceful, quiet...Soul food!! What an amazing stay. The attention to detail in the lodge, each room..making every second with your loved one a romantic journey, a connection of hearts, soul and minds. The Chef's immaculate food..world class!! This is heaven on earth.
Incredible facilities. Amazing Wildlife. Maintenance of the Units needs attention. Chef Alex Luwani is incredible. Jabulani Shange should be promoted to General Manager of the Hotel, and not just being the Barman - his service providing and Peoples's skill are exceptional. Phillip, Steven, Heindrick 1, Hendrick 2, and Aaron all need to be highly commended.
Lovely tented cabins with comfortable white linen beds, relaxing bathrooms and views of the plains. Giraffe at our doorstep. We loved spending time with the Safari Plains family. It’s a kid friendly hotel. The Rangers were super friendly and we saw incredible sightings at the Mabula Game Reserve. I would definitely visit again.
Sumaya
South Africa
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