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About the Hotel

8 Bluegum Road, Mthatha, South Africa, 5100
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Close to the Nelson Mandela Museum
Very good
7.8
/10

Bluebanana Lodge Mthatha hotel has 9 rooms and is located 4.8 km from the Hluleka Nature Reserve. The bed & breakfast also includes parking.

Location

The centre of Mthatha is a 30 minutes' walk of this 3-star hotel. Mthatha Plaza is 10 minutes' drive from the property and Umtata airport is 5 km away.

This Mthatha hotel is 2.9 km from the Nelson Mandela Museum.

Rooms

The rooms at the Bluebanana Lodge provide guests with a flat-screen television, as well as comforts such as an iron. An electric kettle, a fridge, and kitchenware are also provided.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Nelson Mandela Museum for a deep dive into history.
  • Savor a traditional umphokoqo meal at a local eatery.
  • Explore the serene Qunu village, Mandela's childhood home.
  • Shop for crafts at the Mthatha Market for unique souvenirs.
  • Take a guided tour of the stunning Mthatha River.
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Bluebanana Lodge offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Bluebanana Lodge offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Bluebanana Lodge Location

8 Bluegum Road, Mthatha, South Africa, 5100
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8 Bluegum Road, Mthatha, South Africa, 5100
Getting around
City Centre
Mthatha34 min  ·  1.7 mi
Airports
Mthatha Airport (UTT)18 min  ·  7.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 10:00-11:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of ZAR 150 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Afrikaans, Swahili, Xhosa, Zulu
Number of rooms:
9

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Bluebanana Lodge from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 47 verified reviews
7.0/10
Very good
63%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Location
8.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.6/10
Staff
8.3/10
Value for money
7.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 183 reviews
7.8/10
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