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First Group Qwantani

3.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Bar (on property)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
598 Craigielea Farm, Maluti a Phofung, Free State, 9880
  • Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve
    8 min drive
  • Drakensberg Mountains
    29 min drive
  • Basotho Cultural Village
    59 min drive
  • Harrismith Airport (HRS)
    37 min drive

Room options

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Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

  • 145 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Chalet, 3 Bedroom, Non-Pet

Chalet, 3 Bedroom, Non-Pet

  • 145 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the area

Maluti a Phofung

When you stay at First Group Qwantani in Maluti a Phofung, you'll be on a lake and 8 minutes by car from Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve. .This family-friendly hotel is 21.2 mi (34 km) from Drakensberg Mountains and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Driekloofdam Pier.

What's nearby

  • Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Drakensberg Mountains - 29 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Harrismith Memorial Park - 38 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Harrismith Country Club - 40 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Basotho Cultural Village - 59 min drive - 50.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arthur's bar - ‬77 min drive

About this property

First Group Qwantani

Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
First Group Qwantani offers 53 accommodations with fireplaces and safes. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Satellite television is provided. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a sauna.

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

La Vita Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a spa tub. The spa is open daily.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 53 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Rooms have private patios. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at The Martial Eagle, a restaurant which specializes in international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a library. Limited parking is available onsite.
The Martial Eagle - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • The Martial Eagle

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Bike rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/hire
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Volleyball
  • Waterskiing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Children's pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body treatments
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 Monday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located in a remote area. Guests must travel 13 miles (26 km) on a gravel road to reach the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 100 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of ZAR 1000 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 88 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: ZAR 1000 per stay
  • Pet fee: ZAR 100 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Qwantani Apartment
Qwantani Apartment Sterkfontein Nature Reserve
Qwantani Sterkfontein Nature Reserve
First Group Qwantani Apartment Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve
First Group Qwantani Apartment
First Group Qwantani Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve
First Group Qwantani Apartment Maluti a Phofung
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Maluti a Phofung First Group Qwantani Apartment
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First Group Qwantani Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stunning surroundings. Chalets adequate but need updating. Food adequate but uninspiring. Staff were helpful & polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Qwantani is a beautiful oasis in the mountains with a variety of activities to help you explore and connect with the land. The accommodations are simple but comfortable. The staff were all friendly and helpful. A lovely pool to cool off in. The location is stunning, with a fantastic view of the surrounding mountains and dam. The only catch is you have to drive about 30-40 minutes on a dirt road with potholes to get there! But completely worth the drive!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Devanand

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Themba

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
The chalets are nice but please consider regular cleaning. The activities are informative and the view of the dam is a marvel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay beautiful location comfi accommodation and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nimesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
breath taking views
qwantani will definitely see us again! awesome view and beautiful chalets>
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

amelia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Resort
Absolutely stunning and service is amazing. The onsite store has almost everything that is required for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

N B

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Majiki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family fun
I loved the location and the chalets are fantastic. I was just disappointed that the kiddies pool was not working and kids had to use the big pool , 4 of our kids nearly drowning as the adult pool is not child friendly. I was a long weekend and think the resort could have made the pool a priority but otherwise its a lovely place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the good and the bad
enjoyed the stay, although we expected better facilities in terms of entertainment. came in a group of 18 people and was told there were only 8 horses available to ride, boat ride only 12 people were allowed at a time. we have stayed over at many resorts in the berg and have never experienced this sort of inconvenience before. Qwantani is situated in the middle of nowhere, which is lovely but we expected better facilities on site rather than just 8 horses and a 12 passenger boat ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sashen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unforgettable
Unmatched views and tranquility. Amazing fireplace but cottages could use air conditioning/heaters
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tsakane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great place
The place is well positioned with beat views and lovely entertainment for the whole family. The rooms are comfortable, but would do with a bit of maintenance before it goes downhill. There's cracks and a few areas that needs paint and carpets need an upgrade/ thorough cleaning. The restaurant menu needs more options. Especially if we stay longer, felt we ran out of meal options. I do think I'll be visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location & beautiful scenery. Ideal chill pl
Could have had tea/coffee service daily. The cleaning service provided for dishes was not the best. Dishes were not cleaned as what would be expected. Prior Notice should be given on which days the towels would be changed. Happy hour at the bar would create better vibe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

yee wah

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s a piece of heaven on earth. We were welcomed by two very friendly gentlemen at the gate. The scenery is absolutely beautiful! The chalet was well-equipped, comfortable and very neat. We didn’t use any of the amenities as we only stayed for 1 night. I would certainly recommend Qwantani 👍
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Enjoyed it Good escape from the city Please try and regrade the first part of the road once you turn from the N5 Other than that superb place and warm people Keep it up
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
This resort is perfect and the staff are the most welcoming and friendly team possible
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
Beautiful resort. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

varsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place bad bathrooms
Great , bathroom could use renovating
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Debbie, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property and friendly staff
I wish we had had more time to enjoy this beautiful property. We stayed 3 nights and were gone from morning to late evening. We did get to enjoy the Braii night and that was special. Everything was nice, clean, spacious, the staff was super friendly and the grounds were beautiful. Expedia had the location of Qwantani shown on the wrong side of the lake and so it added 1 hour each way to what we thought was a 30 minute trip to our daily destination. So, the driving was long and tiresome on the dirt roads (though the view was always amazing!) and it was a little cumbersome each time to stop at the gate in and out and explain what we were doing in order to be let in or out. I suppose most people who come to Qwantani just stay there and enjoy the resort. We just needed a place to sleep (had booked late so there wasn't a lot available at a reasonable price).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018