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Reviews of Letamo at Qwabi Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK 5 stars

Rooiberg Road, 0480 Bela-Bela, South Africa

#3 of 36 hotels in Bela-Bela

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Review score

Based on 129 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    10
    10/0
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Private Pool with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We had a wonderful stay. The kids entertainment was perfect for my 6 year old. Our game driver Patrick was very knowledgeable about the local species. The staff were very helpful and friendly. They made my birthday trip very special with their surprises. Thank you I really appreciated.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    9.0
    True retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stay was absolutely marvelous, Sello was our waiter and he was absolutely incredible and went the extra mile. The entire staff was amazing. The game drive with Patric was refreshing he went out of his way to accommodate.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful Bush Escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had the most amazing trip to the lodge. The game drives and our guide were exceptional. We saw most of the big five on our first game drive! The hotel is lovely. The rooms are huge, comfortable and furnished with great amenities. We loved our stay and would return in a heartbeat. Thank you so much. What a lovely lodge!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    9.0
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing Perfect

    The rooms are spacious and decorated with attention to detail 👌🏽Love the kids zone which is not common in most game reserves, making this a child friendly choice. The food was great, the staff always ready to assist. Vivi our guide was the best, we learnt a lot from our game drives and they were pleasant through out ✨

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Next room was very loud in the middle of the night. Reception sorted it out. At times it seemed more of a resort hotel than emphasis on busch experience. Beverage service could be improved.

    The food was excellent as well as the room. Spacious and serviced twice a day. The ranger tours as well were very good.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    10
    Total Bliss!!! A marvellous experience!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to fault at all! Everything was perfect!!

    It is very peaceful and the service is at another level!!! Definately going back for longer!! Shout out to the amazing Staff!!! Esp Thelma and Lerato!! They went all out to make our stay extra special! Thank you so much!!!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely NOTHING

    Tranquil environment attention to detail. Facilities are world class

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2025

    10
    Above everything else, your staff was hospitable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Private Pool with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything

    Above everything else, your staff was hospitable all round.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2024

    9.0
    Outstanding experience in the Waterberg especially for families. The staff were tremendously friendly and helpful. Loved
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beautiful rooms, the layout of the camp and the staff were just exceptional

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premium Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The service, accomodation and activities were top notch 👌, keep up the good work 👏

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    10
    A glorious and serene experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was okay. I do think more options could have been offered but it sufficed for the weekend.

    The property is beautiful and peaceful. Seeing the stars at night added an extra touch of serenity to the experience. April, our guide on the game drives, is very knowledgeable and gave us extra insight beyond the animal life. It was great to also learn about the flora of the reserve. He is gifted in tracking the animals and got us an up-closing viewing of the elephants. The drive to the top of the mountain to catch the sunset was the cherry on top of cake. Thank you for an amazing stay!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    9.0
    It was relaxing . Full on board even in room , enough good & drinks . 🥤
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tourism fee caught me by surprise . Was a bit much pp , the swimming pool is ice cold , need a warm pool . Not much to do but lounge around Remind guests to bring board games for older kids

    The full on board was amazing , game drive , friendly staff

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    8.0
    A lovely bushveld experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Private Pool with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I feel the desserts were very limited - not enough variety.

    lovely room, so comfortable! the outdoor eating area and pool was exceptional. the paddle court was just what my family loved!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    10
    Totally Awesome and worth doing it again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    The rooms, the spa, outdoor restaurant and overall ambiance of the facility being 5-star. The game drives with Petro were top notch. The food was amazing and the staff extremely friendly and ready to serve anytime.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    10
    Wonderful and comfortable stay, I am returning.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing that we did not like. I would recommend more non-dairy options at the lunch menu. Breakfast and dinner were well catered for. There were always options available as alternatives at all the meals. The chef was accommodating.

    A wonderful staff that I highly recommend. The staff are warm and welcoming. The food was well made, tasty and fresh. The children loved the kids club, enough activities to keep them occupied in the day. The gym facility is ultra modern and well supplied, matches the commercial gyms. Rooms are clean and comfortable. The game viewing was exceptional, very knowledgeable ranger took us on several viewings. We sighted 4 of the big 5. Reception and restaurant staff are attentive. One can see the passion for the work. We enjoyed the spa as well. All in all, great service.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Something to add on would be on the breakfast selection

    I loved the restaurant and the Spa Rooms were very comfortable

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2024

    10
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food was nice but could do with a little improvement

    Overall experience was amazing

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    10
    Relaxing, pleasant and informative stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Private Pool with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Lefuno and the front of house team were exceptional. April is very knowledgeable about our indigenous plant species and the animals within the reserve and he is also very friendly and he made the game drive very informative and enjoyable. To the rest of the staff thank you for making our stay relaxing and pleasurable.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    9.0
    The stay was really amazing. I enjoyed my time at the lodge!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 1 night

    The experience was really great.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My third visit to Letamo and I can honestly say that it's one of the best lodges I have ever stayed at. Thank you for the special anniversary dinner and beautiful room. Staff were incredible and so thoughtful. We will definitely be back as soon as possible!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    10
    Excellent timeout in the midst of nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The warm reception we got from all staff at the property. The game drives were epic, especially with Petros.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    9.0
    It was a wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Private Pool with 2 Game Drives
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property must include the conservation levy on Booking.com, it shouldn’t come as a surprise upon check-in.

    The suites are very spacious, with elegant finishes. The kids had adjoining rooms which was very cool for them. The staff are very friendly. The food is also very delicious 😋

    Stayed in June 2024

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