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Reviews of Zulu Rock Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

R34 Between Vryheid and, Ulundi R3GQ+2F Nsubeni, 3100 Ulundi, South Africa

#1 of 7 hotels in Ulundi

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Review Score

Based on 187 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: February 6, 2023

    10
    beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Everything and I know maybe by any chance if the place could have a Jacuzzi maybe, thank you

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2023

    10
    5th anniversary celebration
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Guide reluctant to share meals with us

    Friendly staff Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides Romantic room.set for our anniversary

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Everything the place was beautiful, the staff was friendly and the food was excellent.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The Chef needs to improve

    Exceptional service

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2023

    10
    we enjoyed each and every moment of our stay, breathtaking views. Nice food 🙌🏾 and our Tourguide by the name of Theo did
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The property is very beautiful, value for money if you ask me👌🏽👌🏽

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2022

    10
    a wonderful blissful experience for my family. A very special place and one to be visited again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    not much variety on the menu

    They accommodated us very well

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our game drive was cut short in the morning, there were no snacks in the morning drive we couldn't set up and have snacks. Other than that I love the place it's worth the long drive 😊

    I liked everything about the lodge, it's beautiful relaxing the stuff is amazing they always smiling always ready to assist whenever you need assistance. The food exceptional. The rooms perfect the view the peace its amazing my husband and I enjoyed every moment. The even had a romantic set up as we were celebrating our anniversary it's worth every penny spent 👌

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2022

    10
    Best Game Resort Ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was awesome

    The Accommodation was top notch, our home away from home was kept clean and tidy all the time . The gurd Sibusiso is awesome very much learnt about nature from him. Kwanele the Manager was welcoming... and all the staff was very friendly and available for anything. The game drive was very much informative. The restaurant and pool deck was clean.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2022

    10
    I felt like I was welcomed home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If there were more cheaters

    The Waitresses they always have that :-) you are not shy to ask for something for this so welcoming

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything, everyone was friendly and welcoming. Before we arrived the morning call from Mandisa was refreshing. Sibu our guide was superb. Every shift was on point. We were very happy. It was partners birthday and they had a beautiful suprise for us when we got to our room.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2022

    10
    Stunning views that give you tranquility at its best. “Kumnandi ukubasekhaya 🫶🏾”
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There’s honestly nothing to dislike about this young gem 💎 of a location.

    Stunning views from the comfort of your bed. The location of the property is truly a thing of beauty 😍 with our room overlooking the uMfolozi River and the Game reserve. The views of the sunset 🌅 over the uMfolozi Mountains from our bedroom patio was absolutely breathtaking 🥹. The rooms had everything we needed and more for our young family’s getaway to celebrate our 7th anniversary with our 7 month old son 👶🏾. Our room even had a travel cot for him with a nanny on request when we went for the game drives. The see-through fireplace are also a nice touch. Despite all the load shedding; there was power at the lodge at all times. The hospitality from the friendly stuff really made the 6hour drive from Pretoria worth it. They really personified the phrase “Kumnandi ukuba sekhaya” 😊. Special mention to the chefs who made every dinner 🥘 meal, one to remember 😋. My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Babanango and looking forward to returning there in the future. Hopefully then they would have the complete big 5, the game they already have 3 years since opening was already impressive 🙂.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: October 20, 2022

    10
    exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    the cleanliness and the kind staff. the food was amazing too

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 18, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The early morning game drive but it made sense.. Otherwise, everything was superb!

    I like the rooms we very pretty, spacious and lolly view from the balcony.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: October 15, 2022

    9.0
    would recommend and go back any day
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    wifi wasn’t there the entire time

    it’s stunning. the views, the meals, the staff, the animals.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2022

    10
    Very impressive
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.....

    Everything it was excellent 👌 Exceeded our expectations. From the day we arrived till we left the staff was exceptional and very professional. Will visit again. I have already recommended to my friends.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Oh lamb it was yummy.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2022

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything from the staff to the game drive guide who is very experienced and knows everything abt wild life and nature Mr Bukhosini.. then Mr Ngema d chef with his amazing meals and personality.. the place itself and it views .. pictures cannot tell d entire story only the eye can .. everything perfect ❤️

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2022

    10
    Tranquil, serene, nothing like it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked my suite because it had a private pool and the bed was so huge, the linen was soft and it was super clean. The staff from management to general staff and tour guides were very welcoming and friendly. The food was excellent and the views are out of this world. I really enjoyed the afternoon game drive that ended with watching sunset over drinks with Wildebeest grazing past us. Beautiful is an understatement. I came back a totally different person .

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2022

    9.0
    awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    minimal activities,would be great if they could expand their activities catalog

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2022

    10
    Great staff, great food. definitely a must visit if you seek peace and being one with nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    peace and tranquillity

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2022

    10
    the stay was beautiful. the staff is awesome, beautiful humble and down to earth ladies. our tour guide Theo was out of
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing at all

    the environment is serene and the units are very clean, Morden , spacious and ambient light.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2022

    10
    A very rejuvenating getaway, just next door…
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You could add a snack bar in the room.

    Every single staff you meet wears a genuine smile, friendly and eager to help you or just have a conversation. I had a pleasant interaction with Mbongiseni Ngema who drove me twice from the lodge to the hub. He treats the lodge as though is his. He wants all my friends and acquaintances to come see the place. Anyways it’s an easy sell because the place is as amazing as it’s people. I must say, the fire-place definitely adds to the cosy and warm ambience. It’s unforgettable!!!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2022

    10
    Breathtaking beautiful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was amazing however to no fault of the property or staff, all guests should be considerate and ensure they are ready on time for game drives/ activities.

    Absolutely stunning location, amazing food and the most friendly & helpful staff I’ve ever come across.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2022

    9.0
    intimate Gem absolutely refreshing and relaxing place ,definitely coming back with my family next time .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the bar never had castle light beer that’s all .

    everything was Amazing , the staff are welcoming and well mannered, hospitality is good , the Lodge went above and beyond to make our 27th Anniversary delightful, we really appreciate the bedroom roses turndown and overall experience.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2022

    9.0
    Fantabulous Romcation 🥰
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing at all

    The staff is amazing, the ambiance, food and extra care they put in clients

    Stayed in June 2022

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