Reviewers describe attending Sophia's Soul Foundation workshop, yoga classes, and retreats as deeply transformative and healing. The studio holds people in warmth and safety; Sophia brings intuitive compassion to every session, adapting teaching to each person's moment. Four-day retreats bond strangers into a tribe; six-week workshops offer gentle clarity and reconnection. The studio's energy itself is spoken of as sacred and magical. No negative feedback appears across these reviews.
Qurtuba appeals strongly to families seeking an all-in-one resort with diverse activities. Guests consistently praise the breakfasts, staff warmth, padel courts, pools, and petting zoo, with many returning regularly. Room size and staff empathy gaps emerge as occasional friction points, and the halal-only dining policy limits options for some diners.
Most guests praise the hotel's peaceful setting, spacious design, and genuinely helpful staff who remember names and go out of their way. Several highlight the garden, quality meals, and proximity to OR Tambo. However, a vocal minority report filthy carpets and bedding on arrival, cramped rooms that don't match photos, and pricing that feels steep for what you get. Hot water shortages and uneven checkout service also surface.
Reviewers consistently praise the serene setting, attentive staff, and quality treatments. Specific mentions highlight therapists Angel and Faith, heated beds, luxury skincare products, and the staff's ability to adjust for guests with mobility needs.
Last updated 2026-08-12