Tag: Mpumalanga

Nestled in a quiet part of Nelspruit, La Villa Vita Boutique Hotel & Spa provided Team #FinishTime with a luxurious and relaxing stay leading up to a busy race day. This elegant Tuscan-inspired boutique hotel is surrounded by beautiful gardens, making it the perfect place to unwind. Upon arrival, our team commented that with the high ceilings, stone walls and beautiful finishings, it would be easy to believe that they had just stepped into Tuscany.…

Thanks to its spacious sun-kissed garden and beautiful swimming pool, members of Team #FinishTime had such a relaxed stay at Sunpalm Guesthouse in Mbombela that they were reluctant to leave. Other aspects of their stay that they particularly enjoyed included the Portuguese cuisine at the in-house restaurant and the outdoor sitting area. While they didn’t have time to make use of the braai facilities, the outside seating area provided a lovely place to relax after…

Malelane is one of the small towns our team doesn’t often get to visit, and we were delighted to discover Kruger Southern Cross on a recent trip. This one-bedroom apartment offers a garden and sun terrace, along with free WiFi, air conditioning and a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering. The cottage was clean, spacious and secure – and it’s also worth noting that it’s pet-friendly, although our team leaves their furry companions at home when…

Members of FinishTime’s management team enjoyed a getaway at Burchells Bush Lodge and according to them, the lodge lives up to its claim of being “the perfect destination for a family getaway.” As well as being a great place to escape from the chaos of everyday life, this is an ideal place to stay if you’ve come to the Lowveld to visit Kruger National Park. Being located just 1km from the park’s Paul Kruger gate…

In the opinion of Team #FinishTime, the perfect work trip combines hard work and an opportunity to relax and enjoy being in new places. Staying at Eagle’s Nest Barberton on a recent trip to Mpumalanga was an ideal opportunity to have such a trip. For starters, there’s an outdoor pool that’s open all year round, providing a perfect antidote to the scorching heat that’s so often prevalent in the area. There’s also an outdoor fireplace,…

If you’re looking for a place to stay on a business trip to Mbombela, accommodation for a race in the area or an ideal place from which to explore the Lowveld and all that it has to offer, look no further than Protea Hotel by Marriott Nelspruit. According to our team members who recently stayed here while timing a race, there are many reasons to love this hotel. For a start, each room offers a…

While Team #FinishTime typically travels for work, those of us who were lucky enough to stay at Leaves Lodge and Spa in Mbombela unanimously agreed that this would be an amazing place to come back to for a holiday. With Instagrammable views over an indigenous forest, a delightful mountain stream nearby and, of course, proximity to Kruger National Park, it’s an ideal place to go and leave the worries of everyday life behind you. One…

When our team arrived at Mhlati Guest Cottages, the first thing that struck them was the utter serenity that it offers. Upon walking outside our unit, we were greeted by a secluded lawn, a swimming pool and comfortable chairs shaded by lush greenery and trees. We couldn’t have imagined a better place to relax and unwind after a hard day’s travelling or race timing.  You’ll find these cottages a few kilometres from Malelane, which makes…

With an ideal location, comfortable rooms, breakfast, free uncapped WiFi and great value for money, it’s no surprise that Stayeasy Mbombela is a firm favourite among people visiting Mbombela for work or pleasure. Members of Team #FinishTime who stayed here particularly enjoyed the opportunity to relax in the pool and the gardens – and their biggest regret was that time unfortunately did not allow them to make a trip into the much-loved Kruger National Park.…

If you’re looking for safe, private and comfortable accommodation in Nelspruit, Team #FinishTime can highly recommend Monochrome View, where you’ll stay in a spacious apartment equipped with two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a balcony with city views. A private entrance and soundproofing ensure that you can get a comfortable night’s sleep. There are many things to love about Monochrome View, and the friendly staff must top this list. There was clear communication from…