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Reviews of Montusi Mountain Lodge 4 stars

Onverwacht Farm, District Road D119, 3350 Bonjaneni, South Africa

#1 of 4 hotels in Bonjaneni

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 157 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 24 September 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful, cosy lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    The property is very homey. Clean and well maintained units. Perfect place to get stranded during a snowstorm.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    10
    Fantastic location, staff & excellent breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location, stylish accommodation. Extremely delicious breakfast. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. Dinner each night was outstanding. We would highly recommend staying here.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well marked hiking trails, good food and amazing views.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2024

    10
    Amazing, screens nature getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Let’s start with, I had literally no idea what I was getting us into. As we drove from Durban we turned off the main highway and just kept going. The roads got smaller, fewer markings, farm land, small villages/towns and then a turn off with a one-lane-ish road, bridges across streams that said “don’t cross if the water covers the bridge”. But when we arrived we realized what a special place this was. First off, family owned and run, currently being managed by the three daughters of the founders and I loved that they are all very engaged and on the property with guests every day. The property is set up with individual thatched house cottages and a main lodge. Each cottage has its own private patio with a view of the Drakensbergs and especially the Amphitheater mountain formation. We had also signed up for half board and boy am I glad we did that because the closest town was 30km away and didn’t have much to choose from. There is an option for a la Carte lunch and dinner too. But it keeps getting better. The property has amazing hikes, 18 horses, a couple of ponds, swimming pool, spa, tennis court and a dining room that offered us bespoke menus each. For David “Lactose Free Vegan” and for Ilene, “Lactose Free, Vegan & Gluten Free”. Dinner’s was multiple courses, and all delicious and beautifully displayed.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    10
    What an amazing experience, definately booking a longer stay next time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish the restuarant menue had abit of options

    I loved the fact that everyone had their own private cottage.. loved it! Its easy to navigate around also and quite comfortable

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed it very much
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Mountain Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    WE chose meals inclusive and it was exceptional. I hurt my ankle on a day walk and they arranged transport for me to the lodge. We preferred to drive ourselves to the hospitaland back. As my fall happened late afternoon we arrived just before 21h00 back. The made sure we had our outstanding supper delivered to the room

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It couldn't be more perfect.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    10
    Wonderful !!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I found my bed a bit hard but my husband said it was great so think I am used to a too soft mattress :)

    The breakfast was great and the accomodation was so comfortable and spacious we loved being there and the views from the room were stunning every minute there was great and the staff and owners of the property were so accomodating and just all in all a wonderful experience we will be back for sure. Best fillet we have ever eaten as well!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    10
    It was wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t find anything not to like.

    The property is exceptionally clean and the staff are absolutely wonderful. This place is a rare gem in the heart of the Drakensberg. The hiking trails are beautiful.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was awesome

    We really enjoyed the place. Lots of activities around. Beautiful scenery. Great time spent away from home.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    8.0
    I think they should expand their food menu to accommodate black people😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food menu

    Everything

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The food was very good especially the dinner, the road going to the lodge is good, all tar road. The staff is amazing and the lodge is beautiful. We even extended our stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Magical luxury setting in the Drakensberg
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Garden Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Magical setting in the Northern Drakensberg, luxurious, private, outstanding service. Food is outstanding with a different menu every night, restaurant has magnificent views of the mountains. Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable about the area , horse riding is highly recommended even for beginners.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    very nice place and Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    n.a.

    Overall fantastic stay

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Brilliant stay, lovely food and staff, definitely recommended!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Views, food and staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Peaceful and enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Bed was quite hard and pillows a little soft. Not so keen on set menu but was still good

    Our garden suite was lovely, beautiful view and quiet.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    10
    Lovely lodge in the mountains
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool area was lovely with lots of comfy beds and sunshades but there were a lots of children in the pool making a lot of noise and even though there were notices saying there had to be an adult with them there was no adult to be seen! It would have been nice to have an adult only quiet area.

    This is a beautiful lodge in a stunning location, the views are spectacular. We had a lovely individual cottage with parking outside our door, they had thought about every you need in the room. The meals were excellent and my husband still talks about the best steak he has ever eaten. Everything was very high quality.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    10
    Highly recommend Montusi for a stay in the Drakensberg. Will be back! Loved everything about this place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, service and activities.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All inclusive possible, morning hike with a guide lovely

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    9.0
    It was our 40th anniversary. A superb breakaway which we will remember. Hope to go back!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No complaints.

    A beautiful location with a wonderful view over the mountains. All meals were presented with care and beauty, followed with delicate taste. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. We felt at home with the special attention by Lindsey and Michael - our hosts

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Real gem of the area
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much not to like. It is a bit pricey, but it was high season

    Fantastic staff, great food, beautiful views

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    10
    Heaven on earth
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Absolutely nothing at all. A live dream for both of us!

    God, what can you say about Montusi? We felt in love with this place. Our prefered moments in our journey to discover SA. We'd loved staying a few days more. Gorgeous place, exceptional facilities, people and food. We wish we could come back asap.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2023

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing!

    Amazing location, facilities, people and food. The effort made to cater for vegan dietary requirements was exceptional - the best we have had from any hotel ever. Perfectly located for the amazing hikes in the Royal Natal National Park.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    9.0
    Great place to stay for the Sani Pass. Lovely rooms and great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Garden Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely large rooms in a beautiful property. Staff were very helpful and sorted out dinner reservations for us. Our breakfast was varied and very tasty. A great place to stay to tour the Sani Pass.

    Stayed in October 2023

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