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Emafini Country Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Ezulwini Valley

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Spa
In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Escape to Emafini Country Lodge, where rustic charm and natural beauty converge. Relax in the garden or by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Suite | In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Mbabane is home to Emafini Country Lodge. Mbabane Market and Traditional Swazi Craft Markets are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ezulwini Valley and The Mdzimba Trail. Happy Valley Casino and Mbabane City Hall are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Malagwane Hill, Emafini Close, Mbabane, Hhohho, H100

What's nearby

  • Mbabane Market - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Happy Valley Casino - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mbabane City Hall - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Swaziland Theater Club - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Traditional Swazi Craft Markets - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Manzini (MTS-Matsapha Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪268 Jams - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Yoon's Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Farm To Table - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Snap Caffè - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cuba Nora - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Emafini Country Lodge

Lodge near Ezulwini Valley
Located close to Mbabane Market and Happy Valley Casino, Emafini Country Lodge provides free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • Concierge services, coffee/tea in reception and meeting rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at Emafini Country Lodge feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for SZL 200.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: SZL 750 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: SZL 200.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Emafini Country Lodge Mbabane
Emafini Country Lodge
Emafini Country Mbabane
Emafini Country
Emafini Country Lodge Swaziland/Mbabane
Emafini Country Lodge Lodge
Emafini Country Lodge Mbabane
Emafini Country Lodge Lodge Mbabane

Frequently asked questions

Does Emafini Country Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Emafini Country Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Emafini Country Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Emafini Country Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Emafini Country Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Emafini Country Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of SZL 750 per vehicle applies.

Where is Emafini Country Lodge located?

Situated in Mbabane, this lodge is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ezulwini Valley, Mbabane City Hall and Happy Valley Casino. Mbabane Market and Traditional Swazi Craft Markets are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Emafini Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing! So accomodating and helpful. They arranged a tour for me and it was amazing! Highly recommed this place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MADHUSUDHANA REDDY

Liked: Staff & service
Nice view and valley
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Return to Emafini is always a pleasure during our business trips to Swaziland, thanks for another pleasurable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

MADHUSUDHANA REDDY

Nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at Emafini during my short business trip to Swaziland
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

MADHUSUDHANA REDDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked three rooms at emafini to celebrate my mother's 80th birthday. The Ward family and staff did a wonderful job hosting us and making this a memorable experience for my mother.

10/10 Excellent

Garon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ward family does a tremendous job with Emafini. The staff are friendly and attentive. The restaurant serves high quality food. The accommodations are kept tidy and are comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

MADHUSUDHANA REDDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

MADHUSUDHANA REDDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful facility, very quiet, very safe, and very clean. The staff is very courteous, the owner is available for any concerns and she takes care of any issue personally and in a timely manner. I like the Christian atmosphere. The phones in the room do not work, the smaller rooms have an extremely tiny bathroom/shower.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

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

Freundlich und Erholsam

Sehr freundliches Personal. Hilfsbereit und zuvorkommend. Schöne Zimmer und ein tolles Ambiente im Haupthaus. Das Essen ist sehr lecker und bietet eine gute Auswahl. Die Hauptstadt ist in 10 Minuten mit dem Auto entfernt. Der Pool hat eine gute Temperatur und ist nicht überchlord
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LUIZ

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

Excelente estadia

Excelente estadia, excelente café da manhã, funcionários muito receptivos e instalações perfeitas
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Returned to an old regular during my business trip to Eswatini and will return again during my next trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oracle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was more convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Marijke

Liked: Staff & service
Ligging was mooi, kamers minder. Douche werkte niet goed. Alles was gedateerd . Eten was slecht. Bediening vriendelijk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

HG

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good business trip accommodation, close to customer and well received
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

CARLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

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

A Homely Gem

We were super excited for the trip, and after a very long drive we were greeted by the friendliest staff at reception. Bongiwe warms up the room with her friendly personality and all the staff were extremely accommodating. we used Google Maps for directions, but this takes you to someone's private property. Bongiwe gave very clear, easy to follow directions when we called for assistance. Dinner service was amazing. At times we felt there could be a little more attention, and the food took a bit long. However, when it came we all said it was certainly worth the wait. Value for money as well. We couldn't get enough of the views! Even though it was mostly overcast and rainy, the rest and relaxation was amplified by the surrounds. Very nice rooms and comfy beds; all clean and well kept. It's a great location and within good distance from anything you might need. Will definitely book again and refer others to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peace and quiet, beautiful. Not easy to get to other places, for instance Mbabane, from there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and friendly owner Liz. Staff were happy to stay up late to wait for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Bernt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019