Adults-only guesthouse with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this guesthouse has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite.
Marula Cottage offers 3 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Marula Cottage, you'll be close to Thaba Mall. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are available.
Free full breakfast served daily
Free WiFi in some public areas
Free self parking
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
7 minutes by car from Waterberg Biosphere Reserve and 10 minutes from Thaba Mall
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Marula Cottage. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Thabazimbi guesthouse.
Guests are served free full breakfast daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.
Marula Cottage has a restaurant serving breakfast and dinner.
Languages
English, German
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM–9 AM
1 restaurant
1 bar
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Pool sunloungers
Terrace
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Minibar
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 13 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 13 and older are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: ZAR 500.00 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property does not have a front desk.
We should mention
This is an adults-only property and guests under 13 years old aren't allowed.
Property is also known as
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Marula Cottage Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Place is beautiful the couple who runs it will do anything for you.Excellent cook in tour guide. The road to their cottages is a little long but worth the effort.
Its a nice place set in a beautiful location, with fabulous views. The 2km gravel drive up to the place is not great for small cars but a bakkie or 4x4 would be fine. I didn’t take pictures of the room because I think I booked the last one so it was small and the bedding was not to my style. The owners are lovely people, very friendly and make you feel at home. I had dinner twice and it was delicious both times.
The property has a magnificent setting. Direct sunrises, reflected sunset skies and mountains, all without having to get out of bed. But walking out on the veranda to take in the whole valley view was even better.
Hosts Monika and Dave were fantastic! We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfasts provided, and after trying their dinner the first night we decided to dine there every night. Certainly no regrets!
The property's location near Marakele NP was perfect for us. We enjoyed hiking around the place and up the ridge, happy to come back to our new dog friends' greetings.
We plan to return here our next foray North, and plan to bring our USA family guests here when they come to visit. Our stay was a perfect African experience.
I stayed in the twin room as travelling alone exploring the area by motorbike. Clean, comfortable and quiet room, excellent food with amazing views.
Owners Dave & Monica are incredible hosts, they've traveled extensively themselves and know how to do things just right! A genuine pleasure to meet meet them both.
If I am in that area again, Ill definitely be staying at Marula Cottage.
Great location and excellent facilities and food. Dave and Monica were wonderful hosts. The access road is a bit rough for conventional vehicles but manageable.
We had a very great stay at the marula cottage. The owners Dave and Monika are very friendly and helpful. The Nature and the Location of the cottage is unique.
You should book the Dinner. Monika and Dave are great cooks.
Hope to stay there once again.
Best regards,
Nini and Benny
Sehr herzlicher Empfang durch Monika und Dave. Tolles Abendessen und sehr gutes Frühstück. Saubere, schöne Zimmer und geschmackvolle Einrichtung. Sehr zu empfehlen und bedanken uns nochmals bei Monika und Dave ganz herzlich
Un endroit parfait avec une vue magnifique.
Nos hotes en plus d'être adorables, étaient très professionnels aussi. Aux petits soins pour vous.
Amis des chiens,vous serez ravis.
En résumé, nous avons passé un séjour exceptionnel.
Nous reviendrons avec le plus grand plaisir lors d'un prochain voyage.
Wonderful owners, grandiose food and a marvellous overview above the mountains !
There is also a beautiful garden to spend time after dinner and enjoy the sounds of nature
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
6/10 Okay
Musto, Kirchzarten
16 Dec 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hübsches Haus mit sympathischen Personen.
Schwerige Einfahrt zum Hotel im Wald und wunderschöne Ausblick.Nette Emfang und ruhige Lage.Danke für Alles.
Dieses Cottage ist wärmstens zu empfehlen. Durch die Nähe zu Johannesburg kann man hier wunderbar den ersten Stop einlegen und sich etwas akklimatisieren.
Bei den beiden Gastgebern Monika und David fühlt man sich wie bei guten Freunden. Man bekommt nützliche Tipps und Hinweise für Ausflüge in die beiden nahen Nationalparks: Marakele und Pilanesberg. Man sollte sich nicht das gute Essen von Monika entgehen lassen, also unbedingt hier zu Abend essen. Die Anfahrt ist mit einem normalen Mietauto gut machbar. Wir werden beim nächsten Südafrikaurlaub gerne wieder vorbei schauen und freuen uns auf die 3 charmanten Hunden nebst Monika und David.