Title: Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark Travelers find serenity in the African wilderness where days of adventure balance perfectly with relaxing massages and peaceful downtime ## Photo gallery for Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark ![Exterior - Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark (Bushbuckridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105472800/105472795/42b7bca7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Private Bungalow | Bathroom - Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark (Bushbuckridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105472800/105472795/bc4c4ff9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark (Bushbuckridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105472800/105472795/f465e9b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark (Bushbuckridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105472800/105472795/36f8b69c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Private Bungalow | Free WiFi - Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark (Bushbuckridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105472800/105472795/7251c316.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies African Retreat Motswari by Newmark blends tranquility with wilderness excitement. Visitors can enjoy a rejuvenating massage at the spa after exploring, then retreat to rooms with free WiFi. 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Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR660 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as African retreat Motswari by newmark Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark Guesthouse ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark? ### How much is parking at Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark? ### What time is check-in at Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark? ### What time is check-out at Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The bungalows are lovely, staff is fabulous (friendly, helpful, and wanting your stay to be the best!), the safaris are incredible, and the food is amazing! I look forward to returning ![Motswari Retreat](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4dc4eb32-f889-4ab5-ad5b-c6bb6de71ccb-1762534407187.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Motswari Main Lodge](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c1d5fd24-63fc-44c4-8238-a4f2cbbfd311-1762534451594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Boma at Retreat](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bc2af321-90ce-451e-8bda-6db62dbcc606-1762534512639.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Safari](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fab05472-a4d5-407f-a14a-be977a7e4246-1762534537634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jill Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Douglas 2 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Na minha ida a África do Sul, ocorreram as piores enchentes dos últimos 26 anos. Logo, tudo foi rodeado de incertezas. Estava tentando contatar via email e chat a propriedade, para confirmar que estava tudo certo, mas sem resposta. No dia que cheguei na África do Sul, tentei ligar para a propriedade, mas não fui respondido. Quando estava embarcando para o meu voo para o Kruger, me atenderam, e simplesmente disseram que não poderia me hospedar, já que a propriedade havia sido danificada. Não é culpa deles isso, óbvio, mas poderiam ter avisado os hóspedes. É um absurdo deixar hóspedes que estão pegando voos, vindo de outros países, simplesmente chegarem no lodge sem um aviso. Após isso, me realocaram em outro lodge da rede Newmark, o Nkomazi. À partir de agora vou falar sobre a nova acomodação. O Nkomazi proporcionou um quarto confortável, comida excelente e os funcionários impecáveis. A experiência foi muito boa tirando um fator que achei fraco: Os safaris. Lá é uma reserva de BIG 4 (não sabia disso, queria ter ido pra um lugar de BIG 5), e achei a densidade de animais importantes baixas. Fiz 6 game drivers e vimos muitos Gnus e zebras, mas achei um pouco massante no sentido de ver animais importantes (eles tem apenas 5 leões na reserva inteira, alguns elefantes que não vimos nenhum, alguns hipopótamos que vimos só o olho de longe, etc). Não estou dizendo que foi ruim, equipe maravilhosa e alimentação incrível. Mas acho que esperava mais pelo preço altíssimo. ##### Douglas Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps - Mantobeni](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Honeyguide-Tented-Safari-Camps-Montobeni.h2850993.Hotel-Information) > > [Kambaku River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malelane-Hotels-Kambaku-River-Lodge.h16217157.Hotel-Information) > > [Kruger Park Lodge unit No. 608A](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Kruger-Park-Lodge-Unit-No-608A.h40885972.Hotel-Information) > > [Rissington Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Rissington-Inn.h4306376.Hotel-Information) > > [Xanatseni Private Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bushbuckridge-Hotels-Xanatseni-Private-Camp.h13128100.Hotel-Information) > > [Pezulu Tree House Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Pezulu-Tree-House-Lodge.h17782856.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulela Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Tulela.h65309823.Hotel-Information) > > [Hamiltons Tented Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Hamiltons-Tented-Camp.h2045224.Hotel-Information) > > [Thornybush Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Thornybush-Game-Lodge.h2222421.Hotel-Information) > > [Inyati Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Inyati-Game-Lodge.h12651157.Hotel-Information) > > [Sabi River Sun](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Sabi-River-Sun-Resort.h11965688.Hotel-Information) > > [Hazyview Sun](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Hazyview-Sun.h24341.Hotel-Information) > > [Muluwa Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/White-River-Hotels-Muluwa-Lodge.h21200171.Hotel-Information) > > [Perry's Bridge Hollow Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Perrys-Bridge-Hollow-Boutique-Hotel.h1195055.Hotel-Information) > > [Jackalberry Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Jackalberry-Lodge.h2237662.Hotel-Information) > > [Kruger Park Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Kruger-Park-Lodge.h1201749.Hotel-Information) > > [Oliver's Restaurant & Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/White-River-Hotels-Olivers-Restaurant-Lodge.h3886653.Hotel-Information) > > [Waterbuck Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bushbuckridge-Hotels-Waterbuck-Game-Lodge.h9652073.Hotel-Information) > > [Elephant Plains Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Elephant-Plains-Game-Lodge.h15381956.Hotel-Information) > > [Timamoon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Timamoon-Lodge.h15522060.Hotel-Information) > > [Karongwe - Becks Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Becks-Safari-Lodge.h17842181.Hotel-Information) > > [Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/White-River-Hotels-Ndhula-Luxury-Tented-Lodge.h38833772.Hotel-Information) > > [Manyatta Rock Camp-Kwa Madwala Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hectorspruit-Hotels-Manyatta-Rock-Camp-Kwa-Madwala-Private-Game-Reserve.h4434499.Hotel-Information) > > [Hippo Hollow Country Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hazyview-Hotels-Hippo-Hollow-Country-Estate.h2417701.Hotel-Information) > > [Lion Sands River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Lion-Sands-River-Lodge.h794222.Hotel-Information) > > [Imbali Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Imbali-Safari-Lodge.h1964193.Hotel-Information) > > [Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Honeyguide-Tented-Safari-Camp-Khoka-Moya.h48696523.Hotel-Information) > > [Simbavati River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Simbavati-River-Lodge.h8756052.Hotel-Information) > > [Destiny Lodge White River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/White-River-Hotels-Destiny-Lodge-White-River.h8158181.Hotel-Information) ---