Kosi Forest Lodge is a great choice for a stay in uMhlabuyalingana. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this eco-certified guest house include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Ecotours
Kayaking
Canoeing
Boat tours
Fishing
Beach nearby
Safari nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Mosquito nets
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Home comfort
Fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Freshen up
2 bathrooms
Deep soaking bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Fair Trade Tourism, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: ZAR 110 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
Resort fee: ZAR 79 per person, per stay
Optional extras
WiFi is available in public areas for ZAR 80 per day (rates may vary)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Kosi Forest Lodge Manguzi
Kosi Forest Manguzi
Kosi Forest
Kosi Forest Lodge Guesthouse
Kosi Forest Lodge uMhlabuyalingana
Kosi Forest Lodge Guesthouse uMhlabuyalingana
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Kosi Forest Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Kosi Forest Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kosi Forest Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Kosi Forest Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kosi Forest Lodge?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Kosi Forest Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, rowing, and fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kosi Forest Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Kosi Forest Lodge have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Kosi Forest Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Kosi Forest Lodge like?
Kosi Forest Lodge is located a short 3-minute walk from iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
Kosi Forest Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2021
Phantastic place, lovely and caring staff
Simone
Simone, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2021
Liked The Whole Place
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2020
One of the most beautiful places in the world! I loved every second of my stay there. Peaceful. Gorgeous. Incredible birding!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2019
Nature at its best
Lodge set in forest on lake edge in one of most pristine areas in South Africa. Friendly, helpful staff. Plenty of activities - day trips on lake, canoe trip on lake over, forest walk, watching turtles land and lay eggs. Impressed by lodges efforts to be eco-friendly, but don’t expect fluffy white towels or air conditioning. If you love nature and being away from the crowds we highly recommend this lodge.
Allan
Allan, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Dec 24, 2018
The hotel is well located in Kosi Bay. The communal areas such as the dining, lounging and pool areas are very nice - well appointed, clean and outdoors. The rooms are the exact opposite - they are quite old, very dark and rather dingy. The outdoor shower area is full of leaves and bugs making it unattractive to use. The indoor shower was leaking heavily. The rooms are not well sealed which allows many bugs etc to enter. The mosquito netting was also torn in several places so does not serve any useful purpose unfortunately. I think this hotel is highly overpriced and not very good value for money. We expected much better accommodations for the price we paid. We were very disappointed. There are better options in the area.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Stephan
Stephan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 1, 2019
Vent et pluie personnel disponible et charmant
Peu d'animation disponibles malgré les efforts du personnel à la suite d'un séjour avec vent et pluie. A éviter au debut du printemps. N'avons pu profiter d'une région reputée splendide
Joël
Joël, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2019
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2018
Havre de paix au milieu de la forêt
Il fait y aller pour l’évite eau et forêt pas pour les animaux
Pierre
Pierre, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2017
Mooi hotel op een mooie plek. Personeel is behulpzaam. Je komt helemaal tot rust.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 15, 2013
Preis-Leistungsverhältnis stimmt nicht
Wunderbare Umgebung, gute Ranger, Moskitonetze leider mit einigen Löchern (Malariagebiet) und Frühstücksbuffett recht dürftig. Mittagessen und Abendessen sehr gut. Unserer Meinung nach sollten bei diesem sehr hohen Übernachtungspreis alle Exkursionen und Softgetränke inbegriffen sein. Waren 3 Nächte dort, 2 Nächte hätten uns im Nachhinein gereicht.