Does umVangati House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at umVangati House?

As of 12 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at umVangati House on 4 Nov 2025 start from AU$505.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is umVangati House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at umVangati House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at umVangati House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

Does umVangati House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM-7:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 800.00 per person applies.

Where is umVangati House located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury guesthouse is in the same region as Blyde River Canyon and God's Window.

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

29 June 2025

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Thanks so much. We had an amazing stay

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

1 Mar 2025

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The views from umVangati House were breathtaking, each dish was delectable, the staff and owners were so friendly and helpful. The room was lovely, clean, comfortable and felt very safe. I could not recommend this place more highly. It was the highlight of my trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

9 June 2024

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Amazing in every way, we could not fault it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

2 Apr 2023

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Would recommend

Five star luxury in the middle of Blyde River Canyon. The food was delicious (both dinner and breakfast) and the views are spectacular.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

25 Oct 2023

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Unbelievable stay in a familairy atmosphere with great food. Lidia und Giel are amazing.The view is just impressive. It is also possible to see some wild animals at the water hole. For me it is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Thank you so much for the great stay! We hope we'll come back one day.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom

5 June 2024

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The Most Perfect Romantic Getaway

WOW!! From the second you arrive, to the moment you leave you are treated like royalty. This family run business in the mountains is the perfect getaway. All the family members are extremely friendly, professional and have a great knowledge of the house and the surrounding area. They also have a watering hole, to which someone will notify you when animals are there. As we traveled for our honeymoon, we decided to upgrade to a suite, and we were not disappointed. The views from the room were mind-blowing. The room itself had maybe the comfiest bed I have ever slept in, great amenities provided, as well as pool towels for the pool at the main house. In the main house, the infinity edge swimming pool has the most insane view of the mountains. You can choose to have your meals inside, outside, next to a fire pit or treat yourself and eat in the wine room. Unfortunately, im not a wine drinker, but the wine room was amazing. I genuinely cant say enough about how amazing this place is. The local area has lots of great activities, we visited Jessica The Hippo and a Hot Air Balloon ride both of which I highly recommend. If you are thinking of a trip then this is the place to stay, I promise it wont disappoint. The only thing I would mention is the long driveway, Id highly recommend a higher car, but we did manage in our saloon car. On the drive up we saw giraffe, so please stick to the speed limit, as they come out of nowhere. To sum it up, the best place I have ever stayed.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

4 June 2024

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

The Most Perfect Romantic Getaway

WOW!! From the second you arrive, to the moment you leave you are treated like royalty. This family run business in the mountains is the perfect getaway. All the family members are extremely friendly, professional and have a great knowledge of the house and the surrounding area. They also have a watering hole, to which someone will notify you when animals are there. As we traveled for our honeymoon, we decided to upgrade to a suite, and we were not disappointed. The views from the room were mind-blowing. The room itself had maybe the comfiest bed I have ever slept in, great amenities provided, as well as pool towels for the pool at the main house. In the main house, the infinity edge swimming pool has the most insane view of the mountains. You can choose to have your meals inside, outside, next to a fire pit or treat yourself and eat in the wine room. Unfortunately, im not a wine drinker, but the wine room was amazing. I genuinely cant say enough about how amazing this place is. The local area has lots of great activities, we visited Jessica The Hippo and a Hot Air Balloon ride both of which I highly recommend. If you are thinking of a trip then this is the place to stay, I promise it wont disappoint. The only thing I would mention is the long driveway, Id highly recommend a higher car, but we did manage in our saloon car. On the drive up we saw giraffe, so please stick to the speed limit, as they come out of nowhere. To sum it up, the best place I have ever stayed.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

7 Dec 2024

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Amazing stay

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 Oct 2021

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Incredible Views and Amazing Hosts

This place is INCREDIBLE. The hosts are the nicest people. The views are even nicer than the photos make it look, and the same with the actual place There's a huge open area in the main house and two decks. Then the rooms also have incredible views. We had dinner each night and breakfast each day and all the meals were great and very filling! Would highly recommend coming out here and seeing Blyde River Canyon and enjoying this incredible home.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruan

21 June 2021

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Exceptional stay

Absolutely amazing stay. The views are stunning and everything is just extraordinarily beautiful.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cyril

14 Mar 2020

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Amazing stay!

We had a great stay at the umVangati House. We were very well welcomed and amazed by the location and view from the house. Everything is organised to make sure you'll have an enjoyable stay. We will definitely come back. We chose to have diner at the house and would definitely recommend it, food was great!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 Nov 2019

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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

16 Sept 2019

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A Perfect Spot to Relax and Unwind.

I’m truly lost for words to describe how beautiful this place is. It’s like a stunning Bel Air Mansion where, instead of Hollywood neighbours, you’re more likely to see a troop of noisy baboons or a herd of Zebra at the house’s very own watering hole a couple of hundred metres away. You MUST order Lidia’s evening meal (because it’s delicious) and try some of Giel’s Wine (because he has a gorgeous wine cellar under the main house). Try to stay two or three nights and you’ll have the most relaxing time.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jinwook

18 Feb 2019

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

8 Nov 2018

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Stunning! And lovely hosts

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Oct 2018

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Beautiful place, excellent meals, amazing views.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

16 Aug 2018

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Excelente opção próxima ao Blyde River

Recebemos um welcome drink na entrada (cortesia) . Os proprietários e a gerência são muito gentis. Os quartos são ultra confortáveis, silenciosos e com mimos exclusivos. Recomendo jantar no hotel pois é 20km da cidade , e conta com um menu completo (entrada, prato principal, e sobremesa ) por cerca de 440 rands por pessoa . Enfim valeu demais !!! O café da manhã e cortesia e foi o melhor que tivemos na viagem ( sendo que fiquei em diversos 5 estrela ) Nota 10!!!!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bertrand

13 June 2018

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Lugar excepcional!

Melhor hotel que ficamos na Africa do Sul. Quartos confortáveis, proprietários simpáticos e com certeza a melhor comida que experimentamos na Africa do Sul. A vista para Blyde River Canyon é simplesmente fantástica. E possível ver animais bebendo água a partir do deck do hotel. As áreas comuns são lindas, incluindo uma piscina com vista fantástica. Vale muito a pena!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

21 Mar 2018

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Casa de cinema no meio dos canyons

Ótimo atendimento, você é sempre bem tratado pelos donos do umVangati. A casa é coisa de cinema...linda, moderna, muito bem decorada, com um vista impressionante!! Ficamos hospedados no quarto casal luxo (suíte 1), o quarto é enorme, moderno e com varanda. A banheira e o chuveiro tem vista para os canyons (muito bonito). Solicitamos o jantar para noite que passamos lá, o mesmo foi preparado pela dona do umVangati, que estava saborosíssimo!! Os únicos arrependimentos foram não ter ficado hospedado mais uma noite e ter feito o tour pelos canyons.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Feb 2018

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Traveled all over the world and I have never had better service,food and scenery. It is awesome!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martin , Bonn

14 Jan 2018

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Exotisch Luxuriöse Unterkunft

Das umVangati House ist etwas spezielles in jeder Beziehung. Die Lage ist exponiert. Die Architektur und Ausstattung Luxuriös. Ganz liebevolle Gastgeber mit sehr persönlichem aber immer passendem Kontakt. Das Essen wird von der Hausherrin persönlich zubereitet und ist unglaublich gut. Selbst für mich als Vegetarier hat sie etwas gezaubert, was mit Abstand das beste Essen war, was ich im Urlaub in Südafrika bekommen habe. Das ganze hat seinen Preis, ist aber für die Leistung die man erhält jedenfalls angemessen.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Eyal, israel

13 Aug 2017

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Simply perfect

What can I say: Great view, Super tasty food, Very welcoming staff, Outstandingly beatiful "decor" of the house, Attention to details, Proximity to the Blyde canyon. I would gladly return next time. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bing

18 Apr 2017

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the place you want to visit again.

betiful place and the service was perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

3 Mar 2017

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