About this property

Arrive as a guest, leave as a friend. Wendy’s Country Lodge, Mtubatuba, situated in the heart of Zululand, is your gateway to exploring nature with our Zululand Adventures guided tours, available daily to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Parks, iSimangaliso Wetland Park and St Lucia. With 28 years of welcoming guests to our comfortable accommodation, we provide you with the gateway to explore nature in our beautiful Zululand. Wendy’s is the most central accommodation for access to all of Zululand’s most sought-after attractions. Enjoy peace and tranquility in our tropical paradise. Amazingly diverse birdlife. A hearty English breakfast is served every morning and delicious dinners every evening, except on Sundays.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal

  • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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2 single beds
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ellen
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Very friendly staff! Great location, close to St Lucia and Hluhluwe. Great food and great bar!
  • Jackson
    South Africa South Africa
    Staff were so friendly and the breakfast was top notch and delicious.
  • Henri
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Peaceful location and home style accommodation. Super friendly staff, they tend to your requests. Honesty bar with other guests, fantastic concept!
  • Lauren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everyone at Wendy's was very friendly and helpful. The gardens are beautiful and the room was very comfortable. I was only there for one night but hope to stay there again and do one of the local game drives.
  • Roger
    South Africa South Africa
    Good old friends and excellent hosts. Gavin and Jen were amazing. The garden was pristine and added to a well deserved rest. The game drive was spectacular and in addition we had an encounter with a massive bull elephant. We will most certainly be...
  • Noleen
    South Africa South Africa
    We loved the warm welcome and hospitality of our hosts! The room was super, and the bathroom was quaint. Air-conditioning was such a blessing. Having an option to sit for dinner was amazing. The beds were comfy!
  • Sthembile
    South Africa South Africa
    Safe location, nice breakfast, the place is clean & value for money
  • Du
    South Africa South Africa
    The Owners Gavin & Jenn where fantastic hosts and made every effort to make our stay pleasant. The food was very good, and big effort was made for Old Years Eve, was a fantastic evening. The staff go beyond their normal daily tasks to assist with...
  • Wendile
    South Africa South Africa
    Place is beautiful, got a lot of activities around for little ones, it peaceful. The property goes the extra mile contacting u before arrival and during your stay making sure of ur stay.
  • Ntuthuko
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was easily accessible, directions of the bnb is from town, so, you can't miss it.the place is on a security manned area, security personnel is visible around the area, you feel safe. It's so tranquil!

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 174 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Wendy’s Country Lodge is set in a beautiful 4000 m² tropical garden in the peaceful Riverview just outside Mtubatuba in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. All year around you can relax in our garden and enjoy the abundant bird life, or take a swim in our heated swimming pool. Our country style home is decorated with historical collectibles, antiques, Zulu craft and art, and rare orchids, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Each morning you can enjoy the included delicious English breakfast with tropical fruits. Other meals prepared by our chef, is a delight in our stylish restaurant. If you want to enjoy good fellowship, then join us around Tony’s private bar. Adjacent to Wendy’s Country Lodge you can find the iMfolozi Country Club that offers golf, tennis, squash, bowls and an excellent restaurant. At Wendy’s Country Lodge we cater for both tourists exploring the Hluhluwe/iMfolozi Game Reserve and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, as well as corporate guests needing peaceful and comfortable accommodation.

Neighbourhood information

Wendy’s Country Lodge is set in a beautiful 4000 m² tropical garden in the peaceful Riverview just outside Mtubatuba in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian
  • Restaurant #2
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Wendy's Country Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 05:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Wendy's Country Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.