The Zarafa

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+60 photos
Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

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Elegant Accommodation: The Zarafa in Hazyview offers a 5-star lodge experience with an infinity swimming pool, lush garden, and spacious terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, and a romantic restaurant serving African, British, Indonesian, Thai, Asian, and South African cuisines. Comfortable Amenities: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and mountain views. Additional amenities include bathrobes, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. The property provides a tour desk, beauty services, and free on-site private parking. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish. Dinner is served in a romantic ambience, highly praised by guests. Activities and Attractions: The Zarafa is situated 54 km from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport and near attractions such as Kruger Park Lodge Golf Club (13 km) and Sabie River (15 km). Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling in the surrounding area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Options with:

  • Pool with a view

  • Terrace

  • Pool view

  • Mountain view

  • Free private parking available on-site

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  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 extra-large double bed

Guests will have a special experience as the villa offers a pool with a view. Featuring a private entrance, this spacious villa also comprises 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned villa provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as pool views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Entire villa
2691 feet²
Private pool
Pool view
Mountain view
Pool with a view
Bath
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Mosquito net
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Alarm clock
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dining area
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max persons: 2
US$344 per night
Original price
US$1,587.39
Late Escape Deal
- US$555.59
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$1,031.80
US$344 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
35% off
35% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 14 % VAT
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$301 per night
Original price
US$1,387.45
Late Escape Deal
- US$485.61
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$901.84
US$301 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
35% off
35% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 14 % VAT
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very luxurious accommodation, fabulous dining and superb location. Barrie and his staff were all friendly, helpful and informative.”
  • Carole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “it was a great stay. Best Service in years. food excellent”
  • Chetty
    South Africa South Africa
    “Everything is excellent, couldn't have got better. The pictures don't do justice the place looks better in person.”
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “An oasis, the tranquility and the views. Decoration and attention to detail So much space”
  • Pessane
    Mozambique Mozambique
    “I enjoyed the food, scenery, scents of nature, occasional encounters with wild animals and the theme of the Zarafa. Food in particular exceeded my expectations. I did not expect to be served so many options and all of them taste 5 stars.”
  • Andre
    South Africa South Africa
    “Exceptional accommodation coupled with excellent food and perfect location. Zarafa far exceeded our expectations, and we can't wait to go back. A true hidden gem in the lowveld.”
  • Sanele
    South Africa South Africa
    “The villa was absolutely perfect for my wife and I- comfortable king size bed, shower and bath tub with bath salts available for our needs, cozy lounge area with DSTV and strong wifi, and the amazing private pool. The restaurant was amazing,...”
  • Jennings
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “What an utterly glorious experience of luxury and decadence. This hotel is right off the scale and a 10+ in every respect. I would very highly recommend it. The accommodation itself was absolutely awesome and the food served at breakfast and in...”
  • Tze
    Singapore Singapore
    “The property was beautiful, and the staff were incredibly kind and helpful. I fell ill during my stay, and they went above and beyond—helping me find a nearby doctor, offering advice, and even arranging a simple dinner based on my request. Their...”
  • Sam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This place was amazing! I felt like a rock star walking in and taking in just how beautiful it was. I've stayed in some beautiful places over the years but this blew most of them out of the game. The service was delightful, the food incredible and...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • British • Indonesian • Thai • Asian • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Romantic

House rules

The Zarafa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.