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Phakalane Retreat

Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,071 reviewed · 100 listed · Scored from 19 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(19) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Phakalane Retreat
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Medical Wellness & Weight-Loss Clinics, Spa & Wellness Retreats, Yoga & Meditation Retreats
Reviews
19

What recent reviews say

A secluded retreat in Hout Bay that excels at creating a peaceful, restorative environment with thoughtfully designed huts, quality bedding, and attentive staff. Most guests praise the serene nature and spiritual atmosphere, though some report thin walls, variable breakfast quality, and practical issues in self-catering units.

Praised for
  • peaceful and tranquil setting
  • stylish rooms and comfort
  • caring and warm staff
  • beautiful natural surroundings
  • attentive detail and amenities
Watch-outs
  • thin walls and noise from neighbours
  • breakfast inconsistency and limited options
  • self-catering cottages lack kitchen basics
  • WiFi not working in cottages
  • poor overnight pathways to facilities
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Best for: Solo travellers and couples seeking spiritual renewal and solitude away from city noise.
Think twice if: Acoustic privacy matters to you; rooms have thin walls and self-catering cottages may lack expected kitchen facilities.

Strengths

  • serene forest setting with private huts
  • thoughtfully designed spaces with quality furnishings
  • wellness amenities (sauna, cold plunge, yoga)
  • caring and responsive staff

Worth knowing

  • Mountain Hut and Water Hut room types with fireplaces and outdoor bathrooms
  • Sauna and cold plunge facilities mentioned
  • Matthew named as host
  • Breakfast preparation varied by review; some call it delicious and nutritious, others note dry bread and limited options
  • WiFi connectivity issues reported in cottages
  • Pathways to bathrooms unlit at night

What reviews say by service

Spa & Wellness Retreats
Sauna and cold plunge praised; nature and peaceful setting core to experience.
Yoga & Meditation Retreats
Deck beside pond and atmosphere encourage early morning yoga and stillness; spiritual character emphasized.
Medical Wellness & Weight-Loss Clinics
Limited direct evidence; one reviewer describes it as catering to physical and spiritual needs.
Detox & Fasting Retreats
Breakfast quality inconsistent; some reviewers praise nutritious options, others report very basic fare.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.76 average across the 51 medical wellness & weight-loss clinics businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 29% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 74
Review volume 56
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do all rooms have kitchens?
Mountain Hut and Water Hut are en-suite bedroom spaces, not self-catering. Separate self-catering cottages are available but lack full kitchen basics and guests must use the main kitchen; braai facilities are restricted.
What wellness facilities are on site?
Sauna, cold plunge, yoga-friendly deck beside pond, and forest grounds for walking and meditation.
Is there WiFi?
WiFi is available but has been reported as non-functional in some cottages.

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Last updated 2026-08-12