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Monwana

Property class: 5 and above
Luxurious 5-star lodge with private pools

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A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a framed picture of a zebra.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a mirror.
A wooden deck leading to a covered outdoor gym area with a stone wall and a metal railing.
A spacious room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a dining area. There are framed pictures on the walls and a window with curtains.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a large dining area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Thornybush Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Selati Nature Reserve
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite

  • 98 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a mirror.

Family Suite

  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area and a stone facade.

Monwana Villa

  • 310 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Thornybush Game Reserve

Thornybush Game Reserve retreat .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Selati Nature Reserve and 9 miles (15 km) of Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Nyani Cultural Village is within 12 miles (20 km) and Mafunyani Cultural Village is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 16 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 37 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Mafunyani Cultural Village - 49 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 51 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 52 min drive - 43.8 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Boma - ‬44 min drive

About this property

Monwana

Luxurious 5-star lodge with private pools
Monwana is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Monwana offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Monwana. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Thornybush Game Reserve lodge.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Monwana offers 7 accommodations with private pools and safes. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room espresso makers and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Monwana

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Utility fee: ZAR 176 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 1000 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Per property policy, children under 6 years old are not permitted on game drives.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Monwana Game Lodge Hoedspruit
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Monwana to the airport?

Monwana is 32.7 mi (91-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Monwana?

As of Sept 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monwana on Oct 2, 2026 start from CA $5,693, 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 Monwana have an airport shuttle?

Monwana offers an airport shuttle.

Does Monwana offer free breakfast?

Monwana offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Monwana?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Monwana?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Monwana?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Monwana have a pool?

Monwana features an outdoor pool.

Does Monwana have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Monwana have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Monwana to downtown Thornybush Game Reserve?

Monwana is 2.1 mi away from Thornybush Game Reserve.

Monwana Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great lodge run by great people. Saw the big 5 in just one morning! The wildlife tours where exciting. The food was over the top!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O time do lodge é incrível, a comida, a acomodação. Tudo perfeito
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tudo muito bom, com excessão do entupimento do ralo do box e o mal cheiro do esgoto
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This Place is a MUST!!!!

I cannot say enough good things about this lodge. Staff, service, quality everything was superb! Worth every penny spent and this incredible stay here!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Einzigartiges Erlebnis

Ein außergewöhnliches Erlebnis in einem luxuriösen Anwesen in einer privaten Game Lodge. V.a. das Personal ist sehr freundlich und kompetent und macht den Aufenthalt einzigartig! Vielen Dank an Nikki, Werner, Maurice & Co. für 3 großartige Tage und tolle Erlebnisse mit den Tieren Afrikas.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing safari lodge!

We had a fantastic stay at Monwana game lodge. Nikki was a great host and Werner and Morris were a fantastic duo as ranger and tracker. Would highly recommend this truly memorable place to anyone and the small intimate nature of the lodge makes it even more special.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018