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Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly campground with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Property grounds
Reception
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Meeting facility
Point of interest

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Blyde River Canyon Lodge

  • Pool
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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 90 reviews
The price is AED 359
AED 413 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Blyde River Canyon Lodge

About the neighborhood

Map
R532 to Graskop, Matibidi, Mpumalanga, 1270

What's nearby

  • Motlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve - 10 min walk
  • Blyde River Canyon - 7 min drive
  • Three Rondavels - 9 min drive
  • Bourkes' Luck Potholes - 17 min drive
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 86 min drive

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kadisi Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Blyde River Canyon - ‬151 min drive

About this property

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort

Family-friendly campground with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this campground has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool. All 100 accommodations boast deep soaking tubs and offer kitchenettes and washers/dryers. Balconies or patios and refrigerators are standard, as are flat-screen TVs with satellite channels.
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort offers 100 accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 3.5-star campground have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Umbrellas
  • Sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Restaurants on site

  • Kadisi Restaurant

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–11 AM: ZAR 130.00 for adults and ZAR 90 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Meeting rooms

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevators
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Safe at front desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis courts
  • Nature reserve
  • Mini golf on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game drive nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game viewing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100 rooms
  • Built in 1968

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 130.00 for adults and ZAR 90 for children

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Blyde Canyon Forever Resort Matibidi
Blyde Canyon Forever Resort
Blyde Canyon Forever Matibidi
Blyde Canyon Forever
Blyde Canyon, A Forever
Blyde Canyon A Forever Resort
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Matibidi
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Aparthotel
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Aparthotel Matibidi

Frequently asked questions

Does Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort located?

This family-friendly Matibidi campground is located on a river, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Blyde River Canyon, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Three Rondavels and Bourkes' Luck Potholes. God's Window is 32.2 mi (51.7 km) away.

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Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was nice the meal in the restaurant was not that good… All in all it was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nthabiseng

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
So relaxing but looks so old Especially the tiles
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Paula

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Views and walks excellent. Restaurant lacked atmosphere. Complained about the room and were told it was scheduled to be refurbished.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
On my list of South Africa' Seven natural wonders
Stunning venue and great resort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lana

Location is it here… great views & hiking trails nearby. Baboons everywhere which is fun to see but the property is a lil run down and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sindhu

Liked: Cleanliness
Ceiling fan did not work in secondary bedroom No WiFi available in cottages No 2 prong electrical outlets for foreign tourists Reception area ladies restroom had no soap
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and well maintained, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Marli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hiking heaven and awesome views. Putt-Putt and trampolines are not clean and not maintained.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

LuVerne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was great to be able to stay over and hike the next day. There is a shop on the premises but it closed before we arrived. The apartment was clean and easy to use. No coffee pot (or French press), but instant is available. The hiking was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good standard. Not luxury but position cannot be beaten.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nicolaas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very good
Very nice. Will definately recomment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Charlene

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant food was really bad. All the staff so friendly that we felt bad to actually say the truth on the day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingolf

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We very much enjoyed the stay. Fantastic environment, great staff. The restaurant was far better than expected - keep in mind this is not Cape Town. We have been here more than 20 years ago, the rondavells were unchanged but the chalets look better than that time. The walks are challenging when it’s hot - it was hot. The ressort grounds are huge, I did 8km joggings (keep the mind of the gradients!) without leaving it. It was pretty calm when we were there, only at the Saturday of our stay plus a bus tour frightened away the sleepiness during the other days. We loved the stay!

6/10 Okay

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The natural beauty is wonderful. The accomodations are dated with tiny kitchens, poor kitchen equipment and stained curtains. Beds are fine. I would describe the units generally as clean, and mostly comfortable. Definitely not in the "luxury" category as claimed. Luxury providers do not search their guests' cars when they leave the property. The reason given for the search was to prevent theft of plants and animals. The more likely reason is to prevent theft of microwaves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Unvergleichliche Ausblicke auf die Rondavels und den Canyon! Einige Wanderwege starten direkt am Resort. Das Chalet ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen, die Schränke riechen muffig, der Fernseher funktionierte nicht, aber die wundervolle Umgebung mit den Tieren auf dem Gelände machen alles wett. Das zugehörige Restaurant ist empfehlenswert.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jederzeit wieder :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Henrik

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Et af de dårligste hoteller vi har boet på i lang tid. Værelserne var i dårlig stand og ikke vedligeholdt i flere år. Personalet virkede uengageret og ikke serviceminded. Vi kunnen ikke få håndklæder til poolen. Udsigtspunkter på stedet var fantastisk. Restauranten var rigtigt dårligt...maden var ilke ordentligt varm og smagte ikke sæglig godt.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Für uns war das Häuschen zu dunkel. Könnte freundlicher und heller erscheinen. Die vieöen Häuschen auf dem Areal sind schon älter. Dafür fühlten wir uns sicher auf dem grossen Areal. Pool war schön. Leider gab es am Abend nur Buffet. War in Ordnung. Viele frei lebende Affen auf dem Gelände.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sabine

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAWRENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beau resort
Beau resort, avec tout ce qu'il faut pour randonner. Logement spacieux et fonctionnel. Je recommande sans réserve
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Wenn man die drei Rondavels und den Ausblick auf den Blyde River genießen und in der Region auch wandern möchte, gibt es einfach mal keine andere Option. Die Lage ist top, um die Aussicht vom upper Viewpoint zu genießen und dort zu wandern. Die Häuser sind geräumig, aber die Innenausstattung ist sehr in die Jahre gekommen und dient nicht dem Wohlfühleffekt. Das Bad sollte dringend renoviert werden. Draußen gibt es eine Sitzmöglichkeit und einen Grill, aber Achtung, nichts unbeaufsichtigt stehen lassen, sonst klauen es die Affen;-). Das Restaurant auf dem Gelände kann man gut besuchen und in der dazugehörigen Bar ist es schön warm an kalten Abenden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024