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Garden Route Game Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star lodge with 2 outdoor pools

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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N2, Albertinia, Western Cape, 6695
  • Place, Garden Route Game Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Santos Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Basic Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite

Family Suite

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Family Suite with Pool | Private pool

Luxury Family Suite with Pool

  • Mountain view
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Family Lodge Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Chalet, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Albertinia

In Albertinia .At this Albertinia lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Garden Route Game Reserve and 3 miles (5 km) of House of Aloes. The NG Church is within 6 miles (10 km) and Gourits River Bridge is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Garden Route Game Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort - 44 min drive - 57.5 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 46 min drive - 58.6 km
  • Santos Beach - 47 min drive - 62.6 km
  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 49 min drive - 63.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Albertinia Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Garden Route Game Lodge - Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aloe factory - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Garden Route Game Lodge Albertinia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Serengeti's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Garden Route Game Lodge

Family-friendly 4-star lodge with 2 outdoor pools
Garden Route Game Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor tennis court, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Garden Route Game Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Albertinia lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Garden Route Game Lodge offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Garden Route Game Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3000.00 per person (roundtrip)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Game Garden Route

Game Lodge Garden Route

Garden Route Game

Garden Route Game Lodge

Garden Route Lodge

Lodge Garden Route

Garden Route Game Hotel Albertina

Garden Route Game Lodge Lodge

Garden Route Game Lodge Albertinia

Garden Route Game Lodge Lodge Albertinia

Frequently asked questions

Does Garden Route Game Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Garden Route Game Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, on request, for a charge of ZAR 3000.00. per person, roundtrip.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Route Game Lodge?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Route Game Lodge on Jun 4, 2026 start from CA $360, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Garden Route Game Lodge offer free breakfast?

Garden Route Game Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Garden Route Game Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge, but Garden Route Casino (30-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Garden Route Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Garden Route Game Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Garden Route Game Lodge have a pool?

Garden Route Game Lodge features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Garden Route Game Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Garden Route Game Lodge have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features massages, body treatments, and facials.

How close is Garden Route Game Lodge to downtown Albertinia?

Garden Route Game Lodge is 2.8 mi away from Albertinia.

Garden Route Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 219 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great hotel in a beautiful location. Lovely chalet with everything we needed but this location is all about the game drive which was really enjoyable with a friendly and informative ranger. Fresh and tasty food. All round a great one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great sunset villa room. Clean, spacious, great bathroom, inside and outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Safari lodge. Guide was exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious and comfortable rooms, great pool area and restaurant. Game drives were amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool, food and service. Knowledgeable guide, just a shame they don’t have as many animals eg. Giraffes and only 2 elephants as bigger safari locations.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience at this gaming lodge, stay included 2 safaries a day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great safari experience !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience from start to finish - everything was fabulous, including the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An outstanding game reserve with a variety of excellent accommodation. Food excellent new bar outstanding.Pool area luxurious. Game game drives are breathtaking a must for any bucket list
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff are friendly and obliging. Nice little chalets with a great view, housekeeping twice a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant Safari guide calked Loaan
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Feras

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room. Well stocked minibar, although there were no soft drinks in the fridge other than water. Game drives are good. Be aware when compared to the reserves further East such as Amakali, there are far fewer animals and the grounds are smaller and less rugged terrain. The accommodation is on the edge of the enclosure so safe from wild animals.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities and game drives here are incredible. We stayed in the luxury family suite with pool room and it was so picturesque with everything that you need. The game drives are great and the drivers are extremely knowledgeable. The food choices at breakfast and dinner are also great, with a wide variety of options and the evening menus change daily. I honestly could not recommend this stay enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience here. We saw 10 different wild animals species. Great service, great staff. Luan, our game guide was terrific !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice surprise on the way to Garden Rt

We were passing through Albertinia and decided to spend the night at this lodge and it was such an unexpected pleasure. Dinner was tasty, cozy room and a really fun game drive in the morning. It’s a different concept from safari in a big NP, once you understand that you’re in for a great ride.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JamieLee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure in-compound parking with electronic gates/openers provided, for a small (reasonable) fee for peace of mind. We loved the apartment unit we had on the front half of the property (called Brighton Beach building). Very easy to walk across the street and be at the tidal pool. We went for a swim every morning and loved having dinner at the various restaurants along the beach, which were delicious and also reasonably priced. Highlights of day were beautiful glass showers with excellent water pressure and plenty of hot water particularly after swimming in the cold water at beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good but on the videos they make it seem alot bigger and as if you will see more animals
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

Great facility. Looks exactly like the photos. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. The 2 safaris that we went on were exceptionally good. The jeep driver/guide was knowledgeable & explained everything that he was asked & more. Couldn’t fault him. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

If you're looking for a TRUE safari...

If you want luxury combined with the beauty of Africa, a safari with knowledgeable guides, 5 star food and beautiful, clean and tastefully decorated rooms with breathtaking views, THIS is the place to go. Have I mentioned the awesome staff!?! We saw all the animals on an organic safari surrounded by beautiful nature.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Garden Route Game Lodge was unforgettable, thanks to our exceptional guide, Timothy. He took us to some of the most unique parts of the reserve, allowing us to witness wildlife up close in their natural habitats. Timothy’s passion and knowledge stood out—whether tracking cheetahs, explaining the behavior of smaller animals, or sharing insights about native plants, he made every moment fascinating. The lodge itself was also fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kindlich personal
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely.

Room and main lodge were lovely. Game viewing was slightly disappointing. Reserve is effectively broken into fenced sections with the lions in their own enclosure. Guide appeared a bit rushed at times.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Non-South Africans should realize that facilities like this are a far cry from a “proper” game lodge experience. The developers of the facility have done a good job in cobbling together land and stocking it with wildlife, but it really is more of a glorified zoo than a proper game reserve. The facilities are nice and the staff are lovely, so it's certainly worth a visit. But I wouldn't recommend staying more than a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022