Nestled in the countryside, Jatinga Country Lodge offers a serene retreat with free breakfast, an inviting garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Relax by the outdoor pool or savor fine-dining at Jatingas restaurant; stay connected with in-room WiFi and unwind at the bar.
Lowveld National Botanical Garden - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
Ilanga Mall - 20 min drive - 20.5 km
Mbombela Stadium - 21 min drive - 20.7 km
Getting around
Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 19 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Gin & Co. - 9 min drive
Memphis Belle Café - 14 min drive
Big Bear Spur Steak Ranch - 7 min drive
The Courtyard Cafe and Delicatessen - 9 min drive
Wimpy - 13 min drive
About this property
Jatinga Country Lodge
When visiting Mbombela, Jatinga Country Lodge is a great choice to consider. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Jatingas, which serves German cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden.
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available on request)*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Wildlife viewing nearby
Rafting nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Freshen up
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
More
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Jatingas - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in German cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Jatinga Country
Jatinga Country Lodge
Jatinga Country Lodge White River
Jatinga Country White River
Jatinga Lodge
Jatinga Country Hotel White River
Jatinga Country Lodge White River, South Africa - Mpumalanga
Jatinga Country White River
Jatinga Country Lodge White River
Jatinga Country Lodge Country House
Jatinga Country Lodge Country House White River
Frequently asked questions
Does Jatinga Country Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Jatinga Country Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Jatinga Country Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Is parking offered on site at Jatinga Country Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Jatinga Country Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Jatinga Country Lodge?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Jatinga Country Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and rafting, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes game viewing and ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the country house's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Jatinga Country Lodge?
Yes, Jatingas offers alfresco dining and German cuisine.
Does Jatinga Country Lodge have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
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Jatinga Country Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2015
It was a lovely weekend thanks
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2015
Pleasantly surprised
Pleasantly surprised with the hotels, the rooms were very comfortable and the location is quiet and peaceful. I wish I could have stayed longer.
Patricia
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Sep 28, 2015
Did expect a little bit more but overall very nice
Had a nice stay at Jatinga - overall good experience, just a few things i would suggest they give attention to.
* friendly staff
* beautiful gardens
* lovely huge suites
* clean crisp linen and nice mattress
* very close to white river and other attractions
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- no information sheet in rooms
Dont know what time breakfast is served etc. Free Wifi was included in our room rate but no one gave the password - long walk to reception
- phone in room to make calls to reception not working
- breakfast is served from 07;00 - when we arrived at 07:00 they were still busy setting tables and preparing the cold selection - we were in a hurry so this was not nice
- for a 4 star establishment having Ricoffy in the rooms is a bit dissapointing - Nescafe sachets perhaps?
- parking is far from rooms - very helpfull staff that help you to unpack your car, on the morning we were leaving nobody came to help.
- attention to detail lacking
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2015
E M
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2015
Great stay
Was very nice. The manager, owner and his wife, and staff made sure that we were absolutely happy and comfortable for our entire stay. They also let us know about happenings in the area and gave some good advice on where to enter the Kruger for the most animal viewings.
The room itself was beautiful and clean. It needs a little TLC here and there for e.g the ceiling in the bathroom needed some minor repairs, toilet seat was worn (still clean though) and TV remote didn't work properly.
The place itself is very peaceful and hidden away. Don't be discouraged by the semi-run-down places you pass on your way there. It really is a diamond in the rough. Take some time to walk around the beautiful gardens and down to the stream to enjoy some picturesque moments.
Although service is a little slow, the food is great and the staff will always make a plan to accommodate you.
Weynand
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2014
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Jul 2, 2014
Comfy stay
Our stay was comfy. However on arrival our room was not book, lucky they could accommodate us in 2 different rooms for the two nights. The for the price I paid, I expected a bid more.
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2014
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
2/10 Poor
Apr 13, 2014
Disgrace! ZERO is my actual score!
Absolute shambles from start to finish.... even before you arrive you have to drive down a completely unkempt dirt road only passable by 4x4s. On arrival we were told that despite confirming the booking with Hotels.com (for which I am still trying to claim a refund (unsuccessfully)) that they were not expecting us and did not have room/availability for the second night of our booking. In the end, this was probably a blessing. This hotel is an old country house and has recently changed hands and the new owners do not understand how to maintain or run a hotel to a reasonable level. The paths through the grounds were completely covered in moss and the swimming pool was unusable. The room had mud footprints on the carpet and there was a cigarette butt in an ashtray behind the bath. The restaurant served frozen not fresh food - including a breaded Hake as "fish of the day" that was laughable... Good luck to anyone trying to get a refund from hotels.com!!!
Neil
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2013
Very relaxing location and hotel
We stayed one night en route to The Kruger.
A very relaxing stopover
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
May 2, 2013
Romantic hideaway
Beautiful retreat, excellent service (better than most restaurants), excellent food. Well worth the visit. The approach road is terrible, but don't let that put you off.
Travel_Bug
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2013
Old Africa in a genteel setting. Totally charming place with lovely well equipped cottages. Loved the outdoor shower, the restful ambience of the air conditioned bedrooms. Sharon and Simon were real professions. Cuisine was excellent and beautifully served. A gem of a place even for us......Americans who have lived in South Africa and know its riches.
R Cooley
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2013
Romatische Lodge nahe Kruger Park
Die Lodge liegt sehr ruhig und etwas abgelegen in einem wunderschönen und weitläufigen tropischen Garten an einem kleinen Fluss. Die Zimmer sind separate Bungalows. Die Lodge ist auf nette Weise altmodisch..
Dirk
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2012
Very nice, it is worth a visit.
I like it very much, despite the fact that I think 5 star is overrated. I was thinking the price was also overrated until I had my first breakfast. It is not. Trust me, just for the breakfast it's worth the difference that you pay over other lodges. The main house is great and very well appointed, the restaurant is brilliant in spite of its limited offer and the gardens are beautiful and meticulously taken care of. Our luxury suite was good, not outstanding, but good enough. The bathroom and the enclosed patio with open air shower were really very pleasant. Good service, relaxing. In sum, very nice.