we had a great time. the food was great, the estate impressive, the animals very special. what we really liked was the way they thought along about activities. many thanks!

Stayed in April 2025

My wife and I stayed overnight on a road trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Zwartberg View Mountain Lodge is exceptional, from being met by Constantine on arrival till departure. I would stay there at the drop of a hat. Our dinner and breakfast was superb and we made good use of the man cave/bar. Thanks once again.

Stayed in March 2025

There is no internet at the chalet. If you need internet you have to come to main reception area. I also find it strange to get charged for coffee at breakfast. Normally it should be already inclusive. However, this is just a minor issue. Our stay was very nice and we hope to return one day.

This place is fantastic. It is situated in the middle of the mountain where there are only trees and animals around. The chalet has a good size, clean and with its own porch for you to sit and relax. The owners are extremely nice. They go above and beyond to make sure you have a memorable stay with them. They also give tips about places to visit.

Stayed in March 2025

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We liked everything about our stay. It is an excellent place to relax for a weekend away. Great views of Zebra and giraffe from our stoep. Clean, comfortable stay. Owners were great hosts and went out of their way to let us feel at home. Friendly and warm atmosphere with good food. Decorations on tables were also pretty. Will definitely return. Highly recommended.

Stayed in February 2025

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A wonderful accommodation in a quiet location surrounded by beautiful nature. The charlets are tastefully furnished. The breakfast and dinner are really delicious! Varley and his wife are wonderful hosts and warm people who went above and beyond to help and support us in a minor medical "emergency"! Thank you for that!!! We can highly recommend them!

Stayed in November 2024

Beautyful lodge in stunning surroundings. Great food and lovely room in own cottage.

Stayed in October 2024

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Owner managed , close to DeRus and Oudshoorn . Lovely comfortable chalet with all the amenities , Aircon , outdoor seating area and private braai . Lovely hiking trail on the property with game in close proximity and able to view the game feeding from the deck at the lodge

Stayed in October 2024

I recently stayed at this hotel, and it was an unforgettable experience! The breathtaking mountain scenery was like something out of a postcard, providing the perfect backdrop for a peaceful and relaxing getaway. The entire property was impeccably clean, with every detail carefully attended to, which made our stay even more comfortable. The food was absolutely top-notch—delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. Whether you're looking for a serene escape or just a place to unwind and enjoy nature, this hotel exceeds all expectations. Highly recommended!

Stayed in September 2024

Everything was perfect - the hosts took great care of our well-being. The meals smelled very delicious and the rooms were very comfortable. We enjoyed watching the animals and talking to our hosts! Clear recommendation!!!

Stayed in August 2024

No wifi signal in the chalet.

Zwartberg Mountain view is an amazing place! Wonderful owners; very friendly and gave us very useful tips. The terrace is absolutely astonishing. Having a drink by the fireplace overlooking the animals and of course, Melvin. My children adored the place! Very clean and spacious lodge (we stayed in the Kudu Chalet). Would recommend!

Stayed in April 2024

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The family owners. They made us feel at home and did everything possible for us - provided us with detailed information regarding safari activities close-by and arranged all the bookings. The breakfast and evening meals were exceptional. A unique experience especially with the onsite wildlife including a giraffe, zebra etc. Didn’t want to leave. Many thanks to the Varty family for making our stay so relaxing and enjoyable.

Stayed in March 2024

Booking said breakfast was included while the owner said it was not. So check.

The chalet is organized very efficiently. It is not big but everything we needed was there. The styling was all zebra because we had the zebra lodge, liked that. The owners are kind and we’re very flexible around our children - adapted dinner time for example. When power was out due to thunder storms they cooked the oats for our kids on their own gas stove. Enjoyed the good dinner at the main lodge. Loved watching the animals that live on the property.

Stayed in March 2024

It was such an incredible experience, the hosts were incredibly sweet, dinner food very tasty and the animals walking around was just on another level!

Stayed in February 2024

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The mountain lodge is a very unique accommodation off the beaten track high in the mountains between Oudtshoorn and DeRust. Accommodation is in beautifully furnished chalets with quality decor and linen. No light pollution in the area results in the most spectacular star viewing. Meals are in the large dining room of the main lodge and are prepared lovingly by one of the oiwners who not only serves excellent food, beautifully presented but managed to dress the table thematically. As well as providing wonderful accommodation and food the owners were very helpful in offering guidance related to our future journeys

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing negative really. It is maybe pricier than some other places, but they also provide more.

Wonderful place. Evening drinks looking over the animals was a great experience. Owners were great hosts and very helpful. Lots of small thoughtful details in the cottage. Also a good base for other activities in the area.

Stayed in December 2023

We really enjoyed our stay. In addition to the great experience of observing various animals in the garden, we felt very comfortable in the family atmosphere and would come here again. Best regards Isabel & Jan

Stayed in November 2023

Zwartberg View Mountain Lodge is more expensive than the average guesthouse in the Western Cape, is a complaint I have read. This is true, but, obviously, ZWML is not an average guesthouse. Its location is unique: it is located in the mountains 25 km outside of Oudtshoorn. There are 4 separate apartments with their own decks that give stunning views over the mountains. The garden is populated with many animals, so you can see a giraffe or zebras or antilopes when sipping your morning coffee. It is very quiet and very good for birdwatching. The owners are very friendly and take a great effort to ensure you have an enjoyable stay, whether with sightseeing tips, providing you with nice wine, or preparing a good steak on the fire. They are well-organized: e.g. they send you a good route description before you travel to them. The apartments are not terribly big, but have comfortable beds and well-functioning airco. Wifi works well, but only in the restaurant. You can park your car next to your apartment. The area is locked with an automatic gate to keep the animals in. We found the price-quality quite good, as we appreciated the beautiful location in nature and the very personal treatment. If you want a luxurious urban holiday resort, this is not for you.

Stayed in November 2023

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Perfect! Super location - very beautiful - wonderful nice staff - Perfect!

Stayed in November 2023

Quiet small family run business, everything you need for a holiday. Nice animals to enjoy on the deck or during a walk

Stayed in October 2023

The bed was a bit firm for us if l am being critical.

A mountain retreat which feels like 5 star treatment. The owners looked after us personally and made sure we did not want for anything.we viewed the wild animal feeding from the terrace with drinks whilst warmed by the log fire. Dinner and breakfast was delicious again with great service . The rooms were a short stroll away under a clear starlit sky which was awesome The room was like your personal safari lodge with a super mountain view and sightings of the wildlife including a giraffe.

Stayed in September 2023

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The location in the mountains was stupendous with walks wild flowers and antelopes. Food well prepared, plentiful and served well

Stayed in September 2023

Excellent hosts in a relaxed, beautiful & peaceful setting. Stayed only 2 nights nights, but it felt like more due to the peace & tranquility.

Stayed in September 2023

It is quite a distance on a gravel track but we had a normal saloon and found bigger potholes in town - the road was well maintained so we just took our time and had no trouble.

Everything! It's a distance from the main road making it a lovely, quiet place to stay surrounded by stunning mountains. It's clear to see that the animals are well looked after. Their beautiful coats shine thanks to the extra nutritious food they're fed every day at 4.30pn when all of them come out of nowhere to eat below the house's verandah. The food is wonderful and hospitality is excellent. What Varley and Franco don't know about the animals is not worth knowing. We absolutely loved it here, it's so relaxed and Varley is always happy to help with recommendations for the local area and was happy to make bookings on our behalf Melman the giraffe was a firm favourite and even put in an appearance to see us off.

Stayed in April 2023

nothing. the standard was really high

Amazing Chalet. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming and the food was superb. we wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

Stayed in April 2023