The Foresters Arms dates from colonial times and is a place of great character and charm. It is gloriously situated on its own estate in the mountains, a short scenic tarred drive from the capital, Mbabane, in the heart of this majestic Kingdom - ideal for exploring all attractions.

Spacious grounds and colourful gardens create a tranquil atmosphere and the invigorating climate is ideal for walking, horse riding and biking.

The Foresters Arms combines charm and excellent service so you can step out of the fast lane - relax and rejuvenate.

Food at The Foresters Arms
The Hotel is famous for seriously good food which is prepared and served with care and pride. Ingredients are freshly sourced and used in delicious, imaginative dishes. We also do scrumptious vegetarian dishes and arrange special menus for all dietary requirements. Our extensive wine list compliments every meal.

All year round for residents and visitors:
Breakfasts and lunches on the terrace
Dinners - seven courses by candlelight
Snacks, the best coffees and cream teas
Sundays - the amazing buffet/barbeque/stirfry

Free Wi-Fi throughout the Hotel and grounds. Internet and Fax facilities available

Rooms at The Foresters Arms Hotel

All 34 bedrooms are tastefully decorated, with bathrooms en suite, telephones and satellite TV. Other features include

There are outstanding views over the surrounding countryside. The colourful gardens are a favourite haunt of the sunbirds and paradise flycatchers.

Sun seekers can lounge around the sparkling pool which is set in our landscaped gardens.

The country atmosphere is echoed in the lounges, pub and restaurant with charming furnishings, old prints and roaring log fires for chilly weather.

Wake up to tea or coffee served to your bedroom and breakfast served in the restaurant or on the sun terrace. A variety of fresh fruits and juices, home-made muesli, breads, muffins, pastries, as well as traditional English breakfasts and a selection of fine teas.

Tea, coffees, drinks and snacks are available throughout the day.

Lunch on the terrace and, if you are here on Sunday, experience our extensive buffet/braai/barbeque which draws visitors from afar. Spoil yourself with our delicious seven-course dinner by candlelight. The menus change daily to suit all needs and tastes and includes salads, homemade breads and ice-creams. Internet and fax facilities are available. Bird lovers will enjoy the Roberts Bird Programme which is available free for browsing. On this database, you can identify birds, eggs, nests and sounds.

Conferences and Parties at Forester Arms Hotel Swaziland
Conferences are catered for in our attractive Conference Hall with its audio visual facilities and adjoining secretarial suite. This venue, with its relaxed, informal atmosphere for undisturbed concentration, is ideal for conferences and seminars of up to 40 people.

Lunches and teas are enjoyed best on the terrace with outstanding views of the valley

Rates – please do contact us for our attractive all inclusive Conference Package.

A Beautiful Wedding Venue
Plan your wedding with a difference - in a rural Swazi Church with the unique and friendly vibe of the local people. More conventional Weddings are also catered for and the hotel and surroundings provide an intimate atmosphere for your special day.

Parties
Foresters Arms Hotel is well known for its Christmas and New Year Parties. Private parties are also catered for.

Getting to Swaziland & Foresters Arms
GPS Coordinates:
26°27’21”S 31°01’30”E
By Road ...

Please note that passports are necessary at the border post for all travellers. Most Countries do NOT require a VISA

Route from Kruger National Park
Continue on the MR3 highway towards Mbabane. Exit at Junction 12 (Mhlambanyatsi). Follow signs to Mhlambanyatsi and Foresters Arms.

Route from Johannesburg / Pretoria
From JHB Airport, take the road towards Boksburg then the N12 to Witbank/Emalahleni. Continue on the MR3 highway towards Mbabane. Exit at Junction 12 (Mhlambanyatsi). Follow signs to Mhlambanyatsi and Foresters Arms.

Route from KwaZulu Natal - Durban
Take the N2. After passing Mkuze (33km), turn right to Golela border post. (Look out for the sign). Continue though Manzeni. Continue on the MR3 towards Mababne. Exit at Junction 13. Follow signs to Mhlambanyatsi & Foresters Arms.

Route from Drakensburg / KwaZulu-Natal
On the northern (Ermelo) side of Piet Retief, turn right towards Houtkop/Emhlathini border post. After about 1 km turn right on to the Klein Vrystaat (KV) /Houtkop road. This is a lovely road on the Swaziland side. At the T-junction, turn left towards Bhunya. Continue straight to Foresters Arms.

From Maputo/Mozambique
From Maputo take the EN2. At Boane turn left to Goba (This is the border post open 24 hours). Continue through Manzini towards Mbabane. At Mbabane take exit 13 Mhlambanyatsi.

By Air
South African Airlink fly Johannesburg / Swaziland (Manzini code: MTS) four times daily.

Car hire is available at the airport - ask us for details.

Mhlambanyati landing strip (unregistered):
915 m long / 4 020 feet above m.s.l.
Runways 10 & 28 Co-ords: 26 27’ & 31 02’E