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Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with private pools

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A modern outdoor deck with lounge chairs, a pool, and a dining area.
Property grounds
A modern house with a wooden deck, a pond with lily pads, and a sculpture.
Suite (Ivory Lodge)
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a plant, a hanging light fixture, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Farm 380KU, Kingstone, Sabi Sand Wildtuin, Paul Kruger Gate, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1260

Room options

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A modern outdoor lounge area with a pool, wooden deck, and a view of a natural landscape.

Suite

  • River view
  • 145 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern, multi-level outdoor living space with a dining area, lounge chairs, and a fire pit.

Fish Eagle Villa

  • River view
  • 165 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Sabi Sands Game Reserve

Skukuza retreat .You'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Londolozi Game Reserve and 16 miles (25 km) of Kruger National Park. Paul Kruger Statue and Paul Kruger Gate are within 16 miles (25 km).
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Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬131 min drive
  • ‪Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - ‬132 min drive
  • ‪3638 Restaurant - ‬132 min drive
  • ‪Viewing Deck @ Protea Hotel Kruger Park - ‬116 min drive
  • ‪Lapa Restaurant - ‬116 min drive

About this property

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

Luxurious 5-star lodge with private pools
Lion Sands Ivory 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.

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge 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 available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Lion Sands Ivory Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Skukuza lodge.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Coffee/tea makers and minibars (stocked with some free items) are provided.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Farming classes
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 5:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: ZAR 176 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Resort fee: ZAR 957.50 per person, per night

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • 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

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Bushbuckridge
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lion Sands Ivory Lodge to the airport?

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge is 6.7 mi (21-min drive) away from the Skukuza (SZK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge on Jul 7, 2026 start from CA $8,181, 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 Lion Sands Ivory Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge offers a free airport shuttle, available from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times.

Does Lion Sands Ivory Lodge offer free breakfast?

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Lion Sands Ivory Lodge have a pool?

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Lion Sands Ivory Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lion Sands Ivory Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body wraps, body scrubs, and massages.

How close is Lion Sands Ivory Lodge to downtown Skukuza?

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge is 13.4 mi away from Sabi Sands Game Reserve.

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

they really know what they’re doing

Great spa great staff you will enjoy. Period. They really know what they’re doing and how to take care of you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing coordination of care . Tracker, guide, butler, admin- all working together for a phenomenal experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025