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Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly aparthotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
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Front of property - evening/night
Exclusive Villa, 6 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | Terrace/patio
Exclusive Villa, 6 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | In-room dining
Mountain view
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
R532 to Graskop, Matibidi, Mpumalanga, 1270
  • Motlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Blyde River Canyon
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Three Rondavels
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Room options

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Exclusive Villa, 6 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside

Exclusive Villa, 6 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 440 sq m
  • 6 bedrooms
  • 5 bathrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 5 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Classic Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Resort View, Garden Area

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Resort View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Chalet, 2 Single Beds, Resort View, Garden Area

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Chalet, 2 Single Beds, Resort View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area (2)

Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area (2)

Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area (2)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 88 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area (1)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area (1)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 88 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area (3)

Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area (3)

Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area (3)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 104 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Matibidi

A family-friendly stay in Matibidi awaits you at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Motlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Blyde River Canyon. Highlights at this aparthotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and in-room kitchenettes. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and each apartment features a washer/dryer, a balcony or patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a soaking tub and free toiletries. Free bottled water and a safe are also available. .The restaurant, Kadisi Restaurant, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. At the aparthotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to mini golf. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Matibidi aparthotel you'll find God's Window.
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What's nearby

  • Motlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve - 10 min walk
  • Blyde River Canyon - 7 min drive
  • Three Rondavels - 9 min drive
  • Bourkes' Luck Potholes - 17 min drive
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 86 min drive

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kadisi Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Blyde River Canyon - ‬151 min drive

About this property

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort

Family-friendly aparthotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Matibidi aparthotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1968
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort offers 100 accommodations with washers/dryers and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Restaurants on site

  • Kadisi Restaurant

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: ZAR 130 for adults and ZAR 90 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Meeting rooms

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • ATM
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free bottled water
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Game drive nearby
  • Game viewing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Safari nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 130.00 for adults and from ZAR 90 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Blyde Canyon Forever Resort Matibidi
Blyde Canyon Forever Resort
Blyde Canyon Forever Matibidi
Blyde Canyon Forever
Blyde Canyon, A Forever
Blyde Canyon A Forever Resort
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Matibidi
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Aparthotel
Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Aparthotel Matibidi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Yep, Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort has a free self car park.

Does Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort have a pool?

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort.

Is Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and a playground, it's no surprise that Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

No, Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricci

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and space of this unique guest house qith the nest view of the three rondavels
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nthabiseng

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
So relaxing but looks so old Especially the tiles
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Francisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lana

Travelled with family
Location is it here… great views & hiking trails nearby. Baboons everywhere which is fun to see but the property is a lil run down and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
On my list of South Africa' Seven natural wonders
Stunning venue and great resort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Marli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hiking heaven and awesome views. Putt-Putt and trampolines are not clean and not maintained.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

LuVerne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was great to be able to stay over and hike the next day. There is a shop on the premises but it closed before we arrived. The apartment was clean and easy to use. No coffee pot (or French press), but instant is available. The hiking was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lufuno

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

N

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelisiwe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Charlene, Devonshire

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant food was really bad. All the staff so friendly that we felt bad to actually say the truth on the day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

M

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good standard. Not luxury but position cannot be beaten.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Whisky

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tseko

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Nicolaas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very good
Very nice. Will definately recomment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

MAGGIE

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The natural beauty is wonderful. The accomodations are dated with tiny kitchens, poor kitchen equipment and stained curtains. Beds are fine. I would describe the units generally as clean, and mostly comfortable. Definitely not in the "luxury" category as claimed. Luxury providers do not search their guests' cars when they leave the property. The reason given for the search was to prevent theft of plants and animals. The more likely reason is to prevent theft of microwaves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manoko

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A great stay!
We had a wonderful stay. The resort is close to many places of attraction which made access very easy. The only issue we had was with the showers/bath which had no curtain and made showers very messy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Mariah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022