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Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort
3.5 star property

Comfortable riverfront aparthotel near Blyde River Canyon

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Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort

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Front of property – evening/night
Terrace/patio
Exclusive Villa, 6 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area (3) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Exclusive Villa, 6 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | In-room dining

Overview of Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
R532 to Graskop, Matibidi, Mpumalanga, 1270
  • Popular LocationMotlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve10 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlyde River Canyon7 min drive
  • Popular LocationThree Rondavels9 min drive
  • AirportHoedspruit (HDS)95 min drive
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Room options

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

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

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

Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View, Garden Area

Highlights

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

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

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

Classic Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

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

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

Located in Matibidi, Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort is in the mountains and on a river. Bourkes' Luck Potholes and Blyderivierspoort Hiking Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blyde River Canyon and Motlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.

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

Entire place

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort

Comfortable riverfront aparthotel near Blyde River Canyon
Along with an outdoor pool, this aparthotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, an outdoor tennis court and a children's pool. Each apartment boasts a deep soaking tub and offers a kitchenette and a washer/dryer. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave.
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.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

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

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

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout curtains
  • Safe at front desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Banquet hall
  • Free bottled water

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis courts
  • Nature reserve
  • Mini golf on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Wildlife and game viewing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Safari tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game drive 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 rooms
  • Built in 1968

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Does Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort on 24 Apr 2024 start from ₹5,177.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort located?

This family-friendly Matibidi aparthotel is located on the riverfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Motlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve and Blyde River Canyon. Three Rondavels and Bourkes' Luck Potholes are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Blyde Canyon, A Forever Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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