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Mantenga Lodge

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
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Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (Rock View Room)
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Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (Rock View Room)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2 Mantenga Falls Road, Ezulwini, Lobamba, Hhohho, H106
  • Place, Ezulwini Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mantenga Nature Reserve
  • Place, Ezulwini Craft Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manzini (MTS-Matsapha Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (Rock View Room)

Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (Rock View Room)

Superior Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (Rock View Room)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (King Solomon's Room)

Deluxe Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (King Solomon's Room)

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (Sheba's Rooms)

Standard Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds (Sheba's Rooms)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Garden View (Rider Haggard Rooms)

Twin Room, Garden View (Rider Haggard Rooms)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Sheba's Family room

Sheba's Family room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the area

Lobamba

With a stay at Mantenga Lodge in Lobamba, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Ezulwini Valley and a 2-minute drive from U.S. Embassy. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Mantenga Nature Reserve and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Swaziland National Museum.

What's nearby

  • Ezulwini Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Somholo National Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Swaziland National Museum - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Ezulwini Craft Market - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Swazi Candles Craft Centre - 17 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Manzini (SHO-King Mswati III Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Royal Villas Pool Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Malandela's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Luxy Garden Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Mantenga Lodge

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Mantenga Lodge offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.
Onsite venue - restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 7:30 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: SZL 400 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: SZL 400 (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Mantenga Lodge
Mantenga Lodge Mbabane
Mantenga Mbabane
Mantenga Lodge Lobamba
Mantenga Lobamba
Hotel Mantenga Lodge Lobamba
Lobamba Mantenga Lodge Hotel
Hotel Mantenga Lodge
Mantenga
Mantenga Lodge Hotel
Mantenga Lodge Lobamba
Mantenga Lodge Hotel Lobamba

Reviews

Mantenga Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 385 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great restaurant

Restaurant area is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tawanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The stay at Mantenga is a refreshing experience. Its set out within such scenically beautiful mountains. Property placement is cleverly thought with such an ever present cool breeze. The staff is quite courteous and friendly, ready to assist at any goven moment. The food was amazing, in terms of breakfast and lunch. The buffet breakfast is rated 6/10. Lunch rated 7/10 proper restaurant and fresh organic foold. Overally, i would rate Mantenga 6/10 which is fair for the reason that their room presentation falls a little bit short of expectations. Whereas they’re immaculately clean in terms of bedding & bathrooms with 24hr warm shower water. The downside comes on lack of basic amenities like drinking bottled water for guests though of cause there’s running water in the bathroom. I also found the lack of a refrigerator frustrating for a hotel of that magnitude. The lack of cable or internet TV was another negative as that is something standard in most if not all well to do hotels. The air conditioning units where rather slow in response and difficult to use though they kept the room warm. Bed comfort wasn’t so good or bad either, rated 5/10 in that regard though the linen was extremely clean, no spots even under UV light. The general ambiance of Mantenga is great such that, I would recommend anyone visiting Eswatini to stay. There’s conveniences , close to the mall with all shops and amenities. I would definitely stay with them again on my next visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caiphus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a wonderful experience. Everything was perfect—the rooms were comfortable, and the atmosphere was peaceful. One of the highlights was enjoying breakfast on the deck, which offered a beautiful view of the trees and mountains. The scenery really stood out and made the mornings extra special. I highly recommend Mantengo Lodge for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway surrounded by nature.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very lovely time at the lodge. The restaurant serves excellent dinners. Breakfast could be improved as the scrambled eggs are the only included option and one must pay extra for an omelet or sunny side up eggs. Bring a flashlight for evening return to cabin as it is dark and walkways and stairs are uneven
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant (food and views) is very good. Service is very friendly and nice. Room are spacious and comfortable and similar to the photos. The place is quiet and surrounded by lots of beautiful vegetation. I would stay there again. The only negative side was that I was there for work and from my room there was minimal wifi reception, but from the restaurant it worked fine.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAROLINE MWIHAKI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was perfect.the service was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great until we asked for an ice bucket to keep our water bottles cold. There are no fridge in the rooms. Although they FINALLY gave us an ice bucket, they outright refused multiple times. They told us we could have one glass of ice. Around 10pm, the office staff switched off the internet, phones, etc. and left the premises. The security guards said this was because there was a storm. I was trying to work… Overall, it’s a nice place. The food was good at the restaurant. I found that some of the staff would benefit from external customer service training.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakhile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Brawley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay when visiting Mbabane!!!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice views and good restaurant

My favourite place to stay in Eswatini
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tengetile

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tz Rong

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tz Rong

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

MOONGYUN

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even if you don't stay at this property--eat at the restaurant. Great views and terrific food!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Benny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022