In provincial park.At this Makhanda lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and 16 miles (25 km) of Lalibela Game Reserve. 1820 Settlers National Monument and Settlers Garden 1820 are within 16 miles (25 km).
African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Settlers Garden 1820 - 28 min drive - 23.4 km
1820 Settlers National Monument - 28 min drive - 23.4 km
Rhodes University - 29 min drive - 24.8 km
Lalibela Game Reserve - 30 min drive - 25.8 km
Getting around
Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 79 min drive
About this property
Pumba Private Game Reserve
Luxurious 5-star lodge with private plunge pools
Pumba Private Game Reserve 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.
Pumba Private Game Reserve offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.
Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Pumba Private Game Reserve. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Makhanda lodge.
1 floor
13 guestrooms or units
English breakfast (free)
Childcare (surcharge)
Poolside lounge chairs
Conference center
Business facilities
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Library
Terrace
Gift shop
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Pumba Private Game Reserve offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private plunge pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars (stocked with some free items).
Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and slippers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Soul Spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.
Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Archery
Full-service spa
Gym
Hiking/biking trails
Library
Outdoor pool
Skydiving
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)
Room amenities
Entertainment
Private plunge pool
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free minibar (limited items)
Room service
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Electrical adapters
Fireplace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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.
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, Diners Club, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.