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The Zarafa

Property class: 4
Enjoy 5 outdoor pools at this 4-star Mbombela hotel

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A serene pool area with a Buddha statue in the center, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic mountain backdrop.
A nighttime view of a landscaped property with a statue, a well-lit building, and a clear pathway.
A large, modern house with a spacious patio area, stone pillars, and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and hanging lanterns.
A table set with a bottle of wine, two glasses, and a variety of fruits on a balcony with a view of a forested mountain.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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75 Doppio Lane, Shiloh Estate, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1242
  • Place, Perry's Bridge Reptile Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Whispers
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern house with a swimming pool, a patio with seating, and a garden.

Luxury Villa

  • Hill view
  • 2153 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A backyard with a swimming pool, a covered patio with lounge chairs, and a house with a tiled roof.

Luxury Villa

  • Hill view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Mbombela

Mbombela retreat .At this Mbombela hotel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Hazyview Juction Mall and 9 miles (15 km) of Perry's Bridge Reptile Park. Shangana Cultural Village is within 12 miles (20 km) and Phabeni Gate is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Perry's Bridge Reptile Park - 18 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Elephant Whispers - 19 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Hazyview Juction Mall - 20 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary - 22 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Shangana Cultural Village - 26 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kuka - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fishaways - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Chicken - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Zarafa

Enjoy 5 outdoor pools at this 4-star Mbombela hotel
The Zarafa offers its guests 5 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Zarafa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Mbombela hotel.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Zarafa offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, rainfall showerheads, and hydromassage showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Private pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Zarafa Hotel
The Zarafa Mbombela
The Zarafa Hotel Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Zarafa to the airport?

The Zarafa is 33.5 mi (53-min drive) away from the Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Zarafa?

As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Zarafa on Aug 26, 2026 start from $473, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Zarafa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Zarafa.

Does The Zarafa offer free breakfast?

The Zarafa offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Zarafa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Zarafa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Zarafa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Zarafa have a pool?

The Zarafa features 5 outdoor pools.

Does The Zarafa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Zarafa have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis, deep-tissue massages, and facials.

How close is The Zarafa to downtown Mbombela?

The Zarafa is 3.5 mi away from Hazyview.

The Zarafa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect in every way. The service and attention to detail is outstanding. Nothing is too much trouble for The Zarafa team. So much thought has gone into the villas and service. The food is delicious. Truly an outstanding stay in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024