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Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat

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An outdoor patio with a stone pillar, wooden benches, and a view of a lush green landscape. - Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat (Sidvokodvo)
A spacious living area with a kitchen, a dining table, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors. - Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat (Sidvokodvo)
A serene outdoor pool area with natural rock formations and lush greenery. - Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat (Sidvokodvo)
A tranquil outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck. - Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat (Sidvokodvo)
A house with a stone exterior, a metal roof, and a grassy lawn with a view of hills. - Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat (Sidvokodvo)
Consider a stay at Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat and take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, a terrace, and a firepit. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and fishing at this lodge. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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A group of people celebrating in front of a house with a stone facade and a grassy yard.

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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A house with a covered porch, a small patio, and a garden with various plants and trees.

Honeymoon Studio, 1 Bedroom, Valley View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sidvokodvo, Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat is in a rural area and in the mountains. Summerfield Botanical Garden is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ezulwini Valley and Mantenga Nature Reserve. Swazi Candles Craft Centre and Mkhaya Game Reserve are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, ziplining, and horse riding. Visit our Sidvokodvo travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A traditional thatched hut surrounded by bamboo fences and trees, with a mountain in the background.
    Ezulwini Valley
    46 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • Summerfield Botanical Garden
    32 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Swazi Candles Craft Centre
    45 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Swaziland National Museum
    48 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • Manzini Market
    49 min drive - 23.4 miles

Getting around

  • Manzini (MTS-Matsapha Intl.)
    55 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Fishing
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 269 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: SZL 200 for check-in between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: SZL 200 for check-in between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM
  • Firewood fee: SZL 80 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access

Frequently asked questions

Does Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 5:00 PM– 8:00 PM for a fee of SZL 200.

What time is check-out at Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Summerfield Botanical Garden and within 20 mi (32 km) of Swazi Candles Craft Centre and Ezulwini Valley. Mantenga Nature Reserve is 21 mi (33.7 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aurélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was just lovely. We had a great time with the family with a 3 nights stay. So we had the time to enjoy Matenga cultural village on our way in. Then, we stayed the 2 next days at the Wide Horizons Retreat. Kids played in the pool, we walked the dam and the mountains and even played tennis. The place was so clean and the staff was cleaning the facilities everyday. They even was my car while we were walking! We came with a small car and followed the road suggested by our guest. It was doable, but a 4x4 or a high jack car might be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful location but guesthouse damaged by fire

Views are spectacular and staff are v nice (although poorly trained). Sadly a fire gutted most of the buildings and owners seem to have lost heart/budget leaving burned debri, piles of broken bottles etc lyng in the shells of buildings. Looks nothing like the pictures.There are 2 v nice separate chalets so if you are offered one and can ignore the burned buildings it could be fine.Roads are as bad as stated -impossible without a 4x4 and adbertised rock pool is very muddy - we couldn'ts swim in it (altho we normally enjoy swimming in natural pools, rivers etc) .Sad and I hope the owners can rebuild it as it is a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of a kind experience!

One of a kind place! Absolutely stunning environment and views, comfortable and original room (we had the Aloe room), amazing nature all around, super helpful staff, beautifully cared for. Really you have to go there to understand. We went at a quiet time when we were the only guests which only added to the calmness and beauty. Only thing is - getting there is an adventure in itself - so take your time and don’t be in a hurry so it’s enjoyable rather than stressful! We advise not to try and take the “high clearance” route as Google maps sends you the wrong way, so either get directions or take the “low clearance” route and enjoy the journey!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a normal room and received the Go-go room (the old owners bedroom. This room didn't approach the hotel standards at all. The mattress was on the floor. Not properly curtains. No chair in the room. No daily clean and fresh towels. We complained about this and Ginger, the hosts, did her best to satisfy us in every way. Despite the efforts of the host, they shouldn't give us the go-go room. The view of the room was amazing and also the place but the room was really not acceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tengetile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020