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9.7 / 10 Guest Rating

Hornbill Private Lodge Mabalingwe

R516 Unit 424, Mabalingwe Game Reserve,, Mabula, za

Hornbill Private Lodge Mabalingwe - main view

About the Property

Tranquil Lodge with Modern Amenities

Serene Location: Nestled in Mabula, Hornbill Private Lodge Mabalingwe offers a peaceful retreat with a terrace to enjoy the surroundings.

Fully Equipped: The lodge features a well-equipped kitchen, including a fridge, microwave, and coffee machine, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Outdoor Delights: Guests can unwind and socialize at the on-site bar, enjoy free private parking, and make use of the barbecue facilities provided.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Hornbill Private Lodge Mabalingwe. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
BBQ facilities
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Secured parking

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.7
Exceptional25 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the amazing hospitality and frequently praise the tranquil location.

Categories

Cleanliness9.8
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.6
Amenities9.6
Value for Money9.6
Food and Beverage9.5
Overall Experience9.8

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GavinzaZA
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 24, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

The game and game drives were lovely. Nicholas went above and beyond in making the game drives an incredible exoetience. Saw many animals including buffalo, rhino, hippo, crocodile, sable & many antelope. At Hornbill we enjoyed the nyala, warthog,, implala, bushbaby and hornbills, hammer head, grey loerie, oxpecker and many more in the garden. The facilities are great, kitchen has all the necessary utensils, & the various dining areas are wonderful.

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SallycaCA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 17, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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MariettezaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 8, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0

Amazing hospitality from all staff, contact from manager was excellent. The most serene and tranquil location. Loads to do around the park and close proximity.

Nothing, everything was perfect :)

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GavinzaZA
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 22, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Well kitted out lodge with fully equipped kitchen, lamps & gas cooker in case of load shedding, stunning braai area and pool. Wonderful location with regular visits by impala, nyala, kudu, warthogs, squirrels and many birds. Staff are great and extremely friendly and helpful. We will definately return.

The fridge is large which is great but it is a little noisy 😀

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HintonzaZA
Verified booking
group
Standard Room
Stayed in May 5, 2025

"The perfect spot to connect to nature and spend quality time with good friends"

10.0

To celebrate our 30th school reunion, myself and 5 friends booked a long weekend at Hornbill Private Lodge. From the private game drives to the plentiful ice and wood to the welcome gift, we felt truly appreciated. The Lodge is really kitted out, the staff were super friendly and efficient and the accommodation spotless. We loved our time there and enjoyed the variety of outside "hang" spaces where we could connect and reminisce about school and how the past 30 years have just flown by. We will be back!

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MarligbGB
Verified booking
family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 5, 2025

"This lodge surpassed our expectations. It felt very exclusive and was a perfect place to have a special family get toget"

10.0

Had everything we could need! Very attentive staff. Location.

Nothing

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ChristieaeAE
Verified booking
with friends
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 24, 2025

"We had a great stay and cannot wait to return"

10.0

Beautiful house, great location and the owner and staff are extremely friendly and hospitable.

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GoodnesszaZA
Verified booking
family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 30, 2024

"Exceptional"

10.0

Everything was very clean

I dd like everything🥰wishing to go back soon

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MelisandegbGB
Verified booking
family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 26, 2024

"Very good"

8.0

Hornbill Lodge is conveniently located within park only a short drive from the gate next to the caravan park. The property has great amenities including a plunge pool, covered bar, lapa and multiple braai areas which offer plenty of places to relax and watch the wildlife. The interior is super clean and well stocked. The beds are some of the comfiest I’ve experienced in the bush. The team ensured the place was clean and tidy each day. We also enjoyed the daily game drives which were amazing for the two 3 year olds in our party who were new to the bush. Unfortunately the ranger didnt turn up for the third game drive due to a misunderstanding but the manager did try to rectify this. He also went out of his way to help with a mechanical issue of our car, which we really appreciated. In terms of local wildlife - there are a wide variety of birds, lots of Nyala who occasionally hopped into the garden to graze, warthogs and a domestic cat who came to watch us braai one evening. We also enjoyed watching a family of banded mongoose who played on the lawn for a few hours. Our most unique experience though was when a herd of elephant decided to step over the fence one evening to investigate the garden (we watched from inside). Exciting and a little bit nerve wracking at the same time!

It’s possible to hear traffic from the nearby road from the garden. So if you’re looking for a truly remote bush stay this might not be the one for you.

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TeresazaZA
Verified booking
family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 9, 2024

"Perfect"

10.0

The house is extremely clean and had everything, the private pool and braai area and game drives

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