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Gwahumbe Game & Spa

Property class: 4
Enjoy the spa at this 4-star Mid Illovo lodge

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A large white bathtub in an outdoor setting with stone walls and a wooden deck.
A plate of food with a steak, broccoli, and garnish, set against a background with a lit fireplace.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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D368 Road, Mid Illovo, KwaZulu-Natal, 3750
  • Place, Epic Karting
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Place, Scottsville Racecourse
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

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  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

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A double bed with a headboard, two bedside tables, a bench, and a chair.

Riverbend Lodge

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Serengeti

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Mid Illovo

Mid Illovo retreat .Stay at this Mid Illovo lodge and you'll be within 32 miles (52 km) of Richmond Country Club and iDube Raceway. Richmond Shopping Centre and Richmond Mosque are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Epic Karting - 59 min drive - 68.3 km
  • Scottsville Racecourse - 60 min drive - 72.3 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 83 min drive

About this property

Gwahumbe Game & Spa

Enjoy the spa at this 4-star Mid Illovo lodge
Gwahumbe Game & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Gwahumbe Game & Spa. Self parking is free.

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

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gwahumbe Game & Spa offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. This Mid Illovo lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Gwahumbe Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 130 for adults and ZAR 65 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 440; reservation required

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 6:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: ZAR 50 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 130.00 for adults and ZAR 65.00 for children
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 6:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 440

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
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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

Gwahumbe
Gwahumbe Game
Gwahumbe Game Hotel
Gwahumbe Game Hotel Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game Lodge Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game Lodge
Gwahumbe Game Spa
Gwahumbe Game & Spa Lodge
Gwahumbe Game & Spa Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game & Spa Lodge Mid Illovo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gwahumbe Game & Spa to the airport?

Gwahumbe Game & Spa is 35.8 mi (45-min drive) away from the Pietermaritzburg (PZB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Gwahumbe Game & Spa offers an airport shuttle.

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gwahumbe Game & Spa, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 130.00 for adults and ZAR 65.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

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

Is there free parking at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa have a pool?

Gwahumbe Game & Spa features an outdoor pool.

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Gwahumbe Spa, where you can enjoy body treatments, hot stone massages, and body scrubs.

How close is Gwahumbe Game & Spa to downtown Mid Illovo?

Gwahumbe Game & Spa is 2.8 mi away from Mid Illovo.

Gwahumbe Game & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

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

Convenient and fantastic friendly staff

Conveniently situated to nearby wedding venue. Will definitely use Gwahumbe again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

Great get away

Great get away, awesome good and service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

H

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

Lovely, restful place to stay

This is a lovely place to stay for a refreshing rest and get away from it all. The room was beautifully decorated and comfortable, with delightful touches to make us feel welcome - for example, a welcome glass of sherry and fresh rusks. Upon leaving we were presented with bottles of cold water. Staff were extremely helpful and food was good. We would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Rose

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

Heaven on Earth

A little piece of heaven on earth. Wonderful to have an experience of utmost luxury in the middle of nature xxx. Truly a blessing and left with awesome memories. Total tranquility and a venue to restore your soul, body and mind xxx
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Idyllic escape from the city

Gwahumbe is well maintained, the reception area is welcoming with lots of attention to detail, and check in was quick. We stayed at the Eagles Nest unit, which was perched on the top of a hill, where we enjoyed stunning views of the valley below, from the deck and the infinity pool. The unit was spacious, comfortable and immaculate, with 3 bedrooms and an upstairs loft, and 3 bathrooms. The rooms were well furnished with good quality bedding. The one bathroom had a bath, and the other 2 had walk in showers, but the water pressure in one of the showers was erratic. The kitchen was basic but functional and clean, and there was more than adequate tea/coffee provisions, with some yummy rusks to go with it. There is no tv in the unit, which the kids were not too happy about, but we really enjoyed the private boma, which gave us an opportunity to reconnect as a family without any other distractions. There is free WiFi at reception, and good cellphone coverage. Service is helpful and efficient. There are not many amenities at Gwahumbe, but the spa treatment was good, and we enjoyed the challenge of the 4x4 trails, and the walks on the game reserve, which gives you an opportunity to view the animals and the extensive birdlife from quite close. We love the fact that Gwahumbe lodge allows you to relax in complete privacy in a peaceful environment, unlike the highly commercialized busy resorts, that are buzzing with people and staff. Looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raeid

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wundervolle Umgebung.

Wir waren als Familie vor Ort und sind in einem Chalet untergekommen. Idyllisch, privacy, angenehm. Vielfältige Wanderwege und ein ganz privater Gamedrive. Wichtig hierbei ein 4x4 dringend zu empfehlen. Aber auch ohne den Drive sehenswert. Service vor allem ist damit der Empfang gemeint sind nicht 4-Sterne würdig. Unfreundlich und nicht wirklich welcoming. Schade.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krithieka

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay let down by no clean water!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoliswa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020