Thornybush Game Lodge
5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star lodge with safari
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Bar
- Pool
- All-inclusive
- Breakfast included
- Room service
Explore the area
Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, 1380
- Selati Nature ReservePlace, Selati Nature Reserve7 min drive
- Hoedspruit Wildlife EstatePlace, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate48 min drive
- Hoedspruit Endangered Species CentrePlace, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre56 min drive
- Hoedspruit (HDS)Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)38 min drive
Room options
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Suite
- River view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
About the area
Thornybush Game Reserve
In Thornybush Game Reserve .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Selati Nature Reserve and 12 miles (20 km) of Nyani Cultural Village. Mafunyani Cultural Village and Tintswalo Hospital are also within 20 miles (32 km).
What's nearby
- Selati Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
- Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 40 min drive - 19.8 km
- Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 48 min drive - 40.6 km
- Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 52 min drive - 59.3 km
- Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 56 min drive - 49.1 km
Getting around
- Hoedspruit (HDS) - 115 min drive
Restaurants
- The Bush Pub & Inn - 23 min drive
- Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - 41 min drive
- Boma - 38 min drive
About this property
Thornybush Game Lodge
Family-friendly 5-star lodge with safari
Thornybush Game Lodge 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.
Thornybush Game Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.
A sauna, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Thornybush Game Lodge. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Thornybush Game Reserve lodge.
- 20 guestrooms or units
- Meeting rooms
- English breakfast (free)
- Kid's club (free)
- Supervised kid's activities
- Childcare (surcharge)
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Umbrellas for the pool
- Conference center
- Self-service laundry
- Front-desk safe
- Concierge
- Wedding services available
- Library
- Terrace
- Garden
- Gift shop
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Thornybush Game Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Amani African Spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- Free children's club
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Supervised activities for children
Internet
- Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 50 per stay)
Parking and transportation
- Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Couples/private dining
Things to do
- Ecotours
- Free children's club
- Full-service spa
- Game drive
- Game viewing
- Hot tub
- Library
- Outdoor pool
- Safari
- Sauna
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 (single-level property)
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Minibar
- Room service
More
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thornybush Game Lodge
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Resort fee: ZAR 450 per person, per night
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.
- Fee for wireless internet in public areas: ZAR 50.00 per stay (rates may vary)
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; cash is not accepted
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
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.
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, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
- 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.
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