Ratings based on 29 Verified Reviews
4.3 Room cleanliness
4.3 Service & staff
4.0 Room comfort
4.2 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 13 Apr 2024
Just wow!
by A verified traveler
Mini Family Get away with a small baby !
Posted 8 Apr 2024 on HotelsOur overall experience was great. It was a family holiday with our 4 month old baby and it did not feel stressful at all. The family room was really nice and spacious and was able to accommodate our mobile cot and the there was a tub which was great bath our little one. The food at the restaurant blew our expectations and we were pleasantly surprised that lunch was also included in our package. The restaurant staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The game drives were really good and we saw quite a bit of Game, however it felt like some of the rangers weren’t very clued up on the park and just relied on radio comms to take guest to a sighting. Providing a bit more info on the park, bird life, fauna and flora etc of the area would have been nice to complete the overall experience
by A verified traveler
Posted 19 Mar 2024 on Hotels
The staff, catering, and game drives were exceptional. The game drives, in particular, stood out; Erin was the best game ranger we've ever had the pleasure of accompanying, making our stay truly memorable. However, the accommodation does not meet the expectations of a 4-star rating. While the bed was comfortable, the bathroom urgently requires an upgrade. The shower was unclean, and the fittings were significantly rusted—an issue that does not necessitate a full renovation to address. Additionally, the lack of 2-point plugs for charging devices is a noticeable inconvenience, especially since this is a basic amenity. Unfortunately, the current state of the accommodations does not justify the high rates charged.
by A verified traveler
Big 5 Game Lodge
Posted 11 Mar 2024 on HotelsA beautiful game lodge not too far from Pretoria where you can see all the big 5 game! Our ranger Andrew was excellent and being full board, we were very happy with the food.
by A verified traveler
Posted 4 Mar 2024
This is one of my favorite resorts Access to big 5 game lodge so close to JHB but the team at mongena go above and beyond to make your stay amazing You will leave refreshed and with full bowl of soul food Game sightings were amazing
by A verified traveler
Mongena went the extra mile and beyond
Posted 20 Oct 2021 on HotelsI initially booked the Barnhouse, but didn't realize the Barnhouse is about a 15 minute drive from the main lodge area. We were planning to eat our meals at the lodge's Kingfisher restaurant, but we had to rely on the rangers to take us from the Barnhouse to the main lodge area, as there is no self-driving permitted. The Barnhouse is really nice and it's perfect if you're looking for a secluded place and plan to cook or barbecue for most of your meals, but I was expecting it to be within walking distance of the restaurant, so it wasn't what I was expecting. We hadn't brought much food, so we were really hungry that first day. Once we got to the restaurant and had a meal, we were in a much better mood, and it helped that we were served by a wonderful waiter named Isaac. The next day was a Monday, and the front desk was aware that the Barnhouse wasn't ideal for us, so fortunately they had a vacancy at the main lodge and put us in a two-story cottage that was perfect for us. During our three-night stay, we did two morning tours and one evening tour with ranger Matt who was very knowledgeable and kept the conversation lively. Matt also took our two sons along to feed animals near the reception area. After posting pictures of the animals we saw during our tours on my Facebook page, my friends from other parts of the world mentioned they loved seeing animals that they typically only see in a zoo, and some are now motivated to come to Africa!
by A verified traveler
Posted 8 Feb 2021 on Hotels
It was a great weekend with friends. The food was very good and the game drives amazing. The location - so close to the city - is the cherry on top.
by A verified traveler
Posted 30 Nov 2020 on Hotels
by A verified traveler
Posted 8 Oct 2019 on Hotels
by A verified traveler
Amazing Mongena
Posted 2 Mar 2019 on HotelsWe had an amazing 2nd stay at Mongena, the game drives are amazing so much to see, birds, wildlife, plants, trees, everything just great. The staff are so helpful and professional. it was a lovely stay and if we get the chance in the future we will definitely go back again.
