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Positioned on the edge of a cliff, Acra-Retreat is located on the border of the malaria-free Elands Krans Nature Reserve. It is a good stopover point between Johannesburg and the Kruger National Park. It features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool and barbecue facilities. Horse riding, mountain climbing, abseiling and spa treatments can be arranged at the reception. The area abounds in birdlife, including species like owls, swallows and guinea fowls. All rooms offer a private entrance to the decks with mountains views. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV and satellite channels. Tea/coffee facilities, a safe, and fan are standard. Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge has a fully licensed pub. Sundowners can also be enjoyed on the deck, and dinners are served on request. The hotel is located on the way to the Kruger Park, 2.5 hour’s drive from Johannesburg. Free secure and private parking is possible on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
and
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
and
1 bunk bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 full bed
and
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
or
1 twin bed
and
2 full beds
and
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
6.9
Low score for Waterval Boven
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mhlengi
    South Africa South Africa
    The warm welcome when we arrived, friendly awesome staff, breathtaking view and ofcos lekker breakfast oh my God😍
  • Raphael
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Wonderful location and host, was like beeing at home. Very welcoming, would come back for sure.
  • Vanessa
    United States of America United States of America
    Very clean and comfortable accommodations with amazing food and great location close to climbing and hiking. The only downside was a lack of screens on the windows but the fans helped keep any mozzies at bay. Host family was incredibly nice and...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      German • International • South African
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Badminton equipment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • Dutch
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules

Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 390 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 390 per child, per night
11+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 420 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Debit card Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge

  • Room options at Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Chalet
    • Double
    • Family

  • Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge is 0.9 miles from the center of Waterval Boven. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Walking tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bicycle rental
    • Archery
    • Badminton equipment
    • Bike tours
    • Beauty services
    • Swimming pool
    • Facial treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Makeup services
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage

  • The prices at Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Check-in at Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.