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Umbhaba Eco Lodge

3.5 star property
Riverfront lodge with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Superior Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Superior Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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R40 Road, 1 Km Outside Hazyview, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1242
  • Place, Perry's Bridge Reptile Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Whispers
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mbombela

Umbhaba Eco Lodge is located within a few miles (5 km) of Hazyview Juction Mall and Perry's Bridge Reptile Park. This 52-room, 3.5-star lodge has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Perry's Bridge Reptile Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Elephant Whispers - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Shangana Cultural Village - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary - 14 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Numbi Gate - 19 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kuka - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Running Brave Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Umbhaba Eco Lodge

Riverfront lodge with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
Guests of Umbhaba Eco Lodge enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a communal living room and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Fireplaces, electric kettles, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 100.00 for adults and ZAR 50.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Umbhaba Eco Lodge Lodge
Umbhaba Eco Lodge Mbombela
Umbhaba Eco Lodge Lodge Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Umbhaba Eco Lodge?

This lodge is located in Mbombela, close to Perry's Bridge Reptile Park, Shangana Cultural Village, and Hazyview Juction Mall.

Will I be able to park at Umbhaba Eco Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Umbhaba Eco Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Umbhaba Eco Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Umbhaba Eco Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Umbhaba Eco Lodge good for couples?

This riverfront lodge offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Umbhaba Eco Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Umbhaba Eco Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Umbhaba Eco Lodge serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Umbhaba Eco Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Umbhaba Eco Lodge.

Does Umbhaba Eco Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Umbhaba Eco Lodge?

The closest major airport to Umbhaba Eco Lodge is Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.), which is 27.6 mi away (51 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Umbhaba Eco Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Umbhaba Eco Lodge comes with a deck with some featuring lake or garden views.

Reviews

Umbhaba Eco Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sanjib

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

DIMAKATSO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mpho

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel to start Panorama Route or Kruger Park

Wonderful hotel to stay at as launching point for Panorama Route or to get into Kruger National Park. Great rate, rooms were clean, and staff was very friendly and helpful. Restaurant had decent food, and they packed our breakfast for us the next morning so we could leave on our adventure early. It was far better than the rest camp we stayed inside Kruger.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wedding anniversary

It was awesome to return to our honeymoon destination 18 years ago. It is still a wonderful setting. The room and food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Nelson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

A fair stay

The bed was too hard. Didn’t appreciate the 2nd hand used face cloths (not professional at all). The WiFi was awesome & fast. The pool was not as it was in the pics (dream sold). They should sell more variety at the bar in terms of drinks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was cool ,I enjoyed every moment of my stay at umbhaba eco lodge ,all staff will treat you like a human being with smiles all the time, the manager was so sweet and helpful, front desk staff always smiling ,Barman was always smiling, not forgetting all the kitchen guys ,Harold is always helpful and smiling, launderette magogo was always cleaning and changing linen as required,Room 21 ,I will definitely come back, the TV and the Fridge is required in the rooms urgently pls,also very important is shade for the cars at the parking ,is extremely urgent ,our cars were always under the scorching sun,,lastly you must also consider putting a pave from the gate to the reception ,then umbaba lodge will be complete,Maxwell Sikhwivhilu ,SA
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
:( We tried to cancel........did not let us. Even if we wanted no reimbursement
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Meyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesomeness 🤗

It was amazing, the environment itself is perfect and the staff is awesome, very nice people, very welcoming and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024