Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge | Cabin in Waterval Boven

9.0 (286 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   9 Bedrooms  8 Bathrooms  31 Guests
Emgwenya Cabin | Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge

9 Bedroom Cabin in Emgwenya, Waterval Boven

Positioned on the edge of a cliff, Acra-Retreat is located on the border of the malaria-free Elands Krans Nature Reserve. It is a good stopover point between Johannesburg and the Kruger National Park. It features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool and barbecue facilities. Horse riding, mountain climbing, abseiling and spa treatments can be arranged at the reception. The area abounds in birdlife, including species like owls, swallows and guinea fowls. All rooms offer a private entrance to the decks with mountains views. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV and satellite channels. Tea/coffee facilities, a safe, and fan are standard. Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge has a fully licensed pub. Sundowners can also be enjoyed on the deck, and dinners are served on request. The hotel is located on the way to the Kruger Park, 2.5 hour’s drive from Johannesburg. Free secure and private parking is possible on site.

Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge is located in Waterval Boven.

This 9 Bedrooms Cabin is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 286 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Waterval Boven and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Cabin for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Kid-friendly buffet
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Accessible parking
Activities
  • Full-body massage
  • Bike tours
  • Back massage
  • Massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Manicure
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Pedicure
  • Head massage
  • Body treatments
  • Neck massage
  • Fishing
  • Beauty services
  • Makeup services
  • Foot massage
  • Hand massage
  • Badminton equipment
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Walking tours
  • Horseback riding
  • Waxing services
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Couples' massage
  • Playground
  • Hiking
  • Facial treatments
  • Temporary art galleries
Entertainment
  • Indoor play area
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
  • Hypoallergenic room available
Guest Services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
  • Baggage storage
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Lockers
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service
  • Private check-in/out
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Pet bowls
  • Express check-in/out
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Heated pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Shallow end

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.91
Location:
9.15
Staff:
9.59
Facilities:
8.63
Comfort:
8.96
Cleanliness:
8.97
Leanne
Feb 13, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Second time here and it didn't disappoint! Such a beautiful place, so peaceful. Comfortable. Spacious. Fabulous food, all beautifully presented. Such welcoming hosts. Thankyou again. Hope to be back and will certainly be recommending to family and friends.
Negative: Nothing at all
Summary: Acra mountain retreat is an absolute pleasure.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Family Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Shared bathroom, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shared toilet, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Balcony, Outdoor furniture

View

View, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view, Pool view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, High chair

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Toilet with grab rails

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Luxury Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 70 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Bidet, Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Laptop safe, Fan, Electric blankets, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Barbecue, Patio

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator, High chair

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Walk-in closet, Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

View, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view, Pool view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Accessibility

Lower sink, Toilet with grab rails, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow

Safety features

Air purifiers

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Cottage
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 49 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Cottage

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Kitchen

Dining table, Kitchen, Coffee machine, Cleaning products, High chair, Oven, Wine glasses, Toaster, Kitchenware, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Barbecue, Patio

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Landmark view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Sofa bed, Adapter, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Superior Queen Room with Mountain View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Barbecue, Patio

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Walk-in closet, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Landmark view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, High chair

Accessibility

Lower sink, Toilet with grab rails, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow

Safety features

Air purifiers

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Superior King or Twin Room with Mountain View
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 34 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Barbecue, Patio

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view, Pool view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, High chair

Accessibility

Lower sink, Toilet with grab rails, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Superior King Room with Garden View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 33 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Terrace, Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Inner courtyard view, Landmark view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, High chair

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Toilet with grab rails

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Family Room with Terrace
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 74 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed
Family Room with Terrace

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Interconnecting room(s) available, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Kitchen

Dining table, High chair, Kitchenware, Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Dining area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Barbecue, Patio

View

View, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view, Pool view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Toilet with grab rails

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Conditioner, Shower, Towels, Shared bathroom, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Shared toilet, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Body soap

General

Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Heating, Private entrance

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Balcony, Outdoor furniture

View

View, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view, Pool view, Mountain view, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, High chair

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Toilet with grab rails

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles, Books, DVDs or music for children

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Heated pool, Plunge Pool, Pool towels, Shallow end

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Feather pillow

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
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