External Review's Review of Umngazi Hotel And Spa

TRIP ADVISOR - Nikki R - 20 Nov 2021 - - - Paradise Found ! - - - This was our first visit to Umngazi Hotel and Spa and it was everything we had hoped for and more ! From the minute we arrived we felt at home, the check in process was smooth and our room was just wow (loved the views from our bed and the outdoor shower !) Since we were there to celebrate a wedding anniversary we chose one of the Emlonyeni rooms which are more secluded and have use of a private TV lounge/breakfast room and pool, perfect for couples ! The facilities throughout the resort were top class and all the meals during our stay were delicious, we loved eating outside on the deck and our only complaint is that we ate far too much ! The staff were wonderful too, especially Teddy who was our waiter at the Emlonyeni pool and lounge. We honestly felt like we were in paradise, the views of the surroundings from the minute you wake up until you go to bed are almost indescribable. We took walks along the beach, swam in the sea, did some organised walks/hikes in the hills and forest, as well as a sunset cruise and some canoeing. A highlight for us was a private dinner we had in the gazebo stretching out over the river to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary, loved it. And finally a mention of the spa, the setting was divine, with views over the resort to the sea but more importantly, professional, friendly employees delivering top class treatments - thank you ! We will definitely be back ! PS we flew from CPT to East London, hired a small car and drove the 4.5 hrs via Mthatha to the resort, the roads were great except for the last 12km to the resort but we were well aware of that and drove slowly on that section, taking in the beautiful surroundings along the way." (https://tinyurl.com/2kuw8bxt).