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Thornybush Waterside Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with free breakfast and spa services

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Lobby lounge
Property entrance
Suite (11 & 12)
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Thornybush Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380
  • Place, Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite (11 & 12)

Suite (11 & 12)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Thornybush Game Reserve

A luxury stay in Thornybush Game Reserve awaits you at Thornybush Waterside Lodge. You'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Selati Nature Reserve and 18.6 km (11.6 mi) from Nyani Cultural Village. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to a wildlife and game drive and game viewing. Plus you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Thornybush Game Reserve lodge, you'll be 26.6 km (16.5 mi) from Mafunyani Cultural Village and 27.2 km (16.9 mi) from Tintswalo Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Nyani Cultural Village - 46 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 48 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 55 min drive - 48.8 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 Waterside Lodge

Luxury lodge with free breakfast and spa services
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Thornybush Waterside Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Thornybush Game Reserve lodge is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Thornybush Waterside Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This Thornybush Game Reserve lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 80 per stay)

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thornybush Waterside Lodge

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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 80.00 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
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. 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 organisation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

Yep, Thornybush Waterside Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs and facials.

Does Thornybush Waterside Lodge have a pool?

Thornybush Waterside Lodge has an outdoor pool.

What makes Thornybush Waterside Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thornybush Waterside Lodge.

Is Thornybush Waterside Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, it's no surprise that Thornybush Waterside Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Thornybush Waterside Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.