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10/10 Excellent
Michiels Ch
8 Oct 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Balcony or patio
- Spa services on site
- Bar and lounge
- Regional cuisine restaurant
- Outdoor pool
- Barbecue grill
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Madi Madi, Dysseldorp, Western Cape
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About the area
Getting around
- George (GRJ) - 66 min drive
About this property
Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include spa services, concierge services and dry cleaning.
Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.
Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the guest house include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
House Rules
Check in after 2 PM
Minimum age to rent: 16
Check out before 11 AM
Pets
No pets allowed, no service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: ZAR 1000.00 per day
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 170.00 to 170.00 for adults and ZAR 85.00 to 85.00 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1500.00 per vehicle (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 1500.00 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Property # 6511070
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Frequently asked questions
Does Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-5:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 1500.00 per vehicle applies.
Where is Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge located?
Situated on a river, this luxury guesthouse is 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and within 25 miles (40 km) of Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church and De Rust Memorial Church. C.P. Nel Museum and Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge are also within 32 miles (52 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Madi-Madi Karoo Safari lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.8
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10/10
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Dec 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Skal prøves fantastisk service
Spændende safari ture - bliv min.
3 dage for at få det hele med
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Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Oct 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect getaway
We stayed in one of the executive cottages. Very comfortable and private, perfect for a romantic couple of days.
Verified traveller
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle
24 Mar 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't debate. Just go!
What an incredible place!! It's about 10km from the road (30km from the nearest town), through the stunning scenery of the karoo. When you finally arrive, you can't quite believe your eyes. There are animals surrounding the property, incredible views, opportunities for stargazing, horse riding, game drives, and walks. The night we stayed, they prepared a braai for all the guests at a very reasonable price. Don't debate - just go! Well worth the money, just wish we could have stayed longer than one night
Danielle
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura
31 Jan 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolute luxury
This was a last minute stay but one that we instantly loved. There is a very long and bumpy drive to the hotel but you forget about it as soon as you arrive. The room was simply stunning, absolute luxury. All the staff were great and the food was amazing. Such a romantic spot for any couple. Totally worth the journey!!
Laura
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
27 Jan 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would recommend backup generators for electricity. Welcome drinks should be complimentary. Excellent staff. Location challenging.
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Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mrs E
18 Nov 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great weekend
Wonderful and relaxing!! Awesome staff!!
Mrs E
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Roy
24 Sept 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A night at Madi Madi
Excellent place with great hospitality. Beautifull place.
Do not expect to see much games but the atmosphere and scenery is great.
Roy
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert
23 Aug 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 2 night honeymoon stay!
Awesome experience! Went on a great horseback ride and bush drive with Jason, and Natasha and George provided excellent food and service. We had an amazing 2 night honeymoon stay.
Robert
Verified
8/10 Good
Jose
15 Aug 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to get away in the Klein Karoo
Luxurious accomodation, great staff, beautiful scenery.
Jose
Verified
10/10 Excellent
marius
5 Aug 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome experience
marius
Verified
10/10 Excellent
stephane
11 May 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect staff and welcoming animals
Perfect staff and welcoming animals make a perfect combination.
Not only is this lodge offering some beautiful viewing opportunities of wild animals, but it also offers the chance to see some of them up close and personal. My son was thrilled to be able to bottle feed the baby springbok and a meerkat. By the time we had to leave, the meerkats really had accepted us as part of their family and were even trying to get home with us, coming in our car !
The staff is also very welcoming and friendly, which adds to the perfect ambience of this lodge which is situated at a decent distance away from the city (not too far that you have to drive for hours before reaching the lodge, not too close so that you don't have cellphone reception to enjoy the place fully).
Look at the directions on their website and do not rely on the GPS or Google maps to find the lodge otherwise you will get lost. It is very easy to find and much shorter to reach them than claimed on the website depending on how often you stop on the side of the road once inside the lodge area to spot the various animals.
Make sure to get in at the end of the day as this is the best time to spot animals. Girafes, kudus, springboks, waterbuck, zebras were all seen on the way to the lodge.
stephane
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nesreen
15 Mar 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning place
Most idyllic beautiful setting! Everything about this place is perfect and it was a romantic night away
Nesreen
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
21 Dec 2014
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise
It was just wonderful. Very nice people, lovely houses, great environment. Don't miss it!!!
Christopher
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mirco
7 Dec 2014
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Familiäre Anlage abseits der Zivilisation
Während der spektakulären Fahrt zur Anlage über eine ca. 14km lange Schotterpiste wird einem klar, dass man sich spätestens jetzt von der Hektik des Alltages verabschieden muss. Die Zufahrt ist gut zu befahren, wenn man 30 km/h nicht überschreitet - alternatiiv kann man sich vom Team abholen lassen.
Die Anlage liegt direkt an einem aufgestauten Fluß. Es ist absolut ruhig und das Team kümmert sich familiär um einen. Tagsüber kann man sich entweder am Pool oder der eigenen Terrasse erholen. Ansonsten bieten sich Safari-Touren mit Geländewagen oder Pferd an. Alternativ gibt es Wanderrouten oder Bootstouren. Abends kann man sich entweder am 'Community-Table' oder zurückgezogen bei einem 'Candle-Light Dinner' verwöhnen lassen.
Highlight waren die netten Menschen und die zahmen Erdmännchen, die sich hier und da im Haupthaus blicken lassen.
Absolut zu empfehlen, wenn man wirklich abschalten will!
Mirco
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne
7 Oct 2014
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exclusive, gorgeous place to stay!
Such a remote place to stay, right on a lake. It was sumptuous luxury. The staff and guides were wonderful. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again. One of the highlights of our holiday.
Anne
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
16 Jun 2014
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nach langer Anreise wurden wir mehr als positiv überrascht - unglaublich schöne Lage und hammermässige Suiten mit viel Liebe zum Detail. Professioneller, jedoch unaufdringlicher Service und bester Koch weit und breit ;-) Tipp: mindestens 2 Nächte bleiben und geniessen, denn Hinfahrt von Oudtshoorn ist ca. eine Stunde.
Verified traveller
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joy
4 Jun 2014
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tranquil location
We very much enjoyed our 3 night stay at Madi Madi, the staff, service and catering was second to none. My only suggestion would be to go on line and follow the directions given by Madi Madi, as the 20km stated by hotels.com turned out to be about 50km from Oudtshoorn which is fine, if you are aware and happy to chill for a few days.
Joy
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barry
8 Feb 2014
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Away from it all
This is a new lodge with its major selling point being the isolated (but accessible) location and high quality of the accommodation. They are building up their stock of animals so there is not a lot to see compared to the big safari lodges but that would not be your main reason for coming here. It is just so relaxing and the staff are brilliant, as are the meals. Of the various places we stayed in SA this is the one to which we would most likely return.
