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Thornybush Game Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit, 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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Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Furnished balcony
Air-conditioning
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Thornybush Game Reserve

A luxury stay in Thornybush Game Reserve awaits you at Thornybush Game 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 all-inclusive lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing day at Amani African Spa can include deep-tissue massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the free kids' club, Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. Plus you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and laundry facilities. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. 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 Game Lodge

All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast
Thornybush Game Lodge is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site 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 Access to 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
  • Conference rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • 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 a safe and complimentary 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 a separate bath and shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
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

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 50 per stay)

Parking and transport

  • Return 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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 organisation.

Property is also known as

Thornybush Game Lodge Hoedspruit
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Thornybush Game Lodge?

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

Is there a spa on site at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Yep, Amani African Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Thornybush Game Lodge have a pool?

Thornybush Game Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Thornybush Game Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thornybush Game Lodge.

Is Thornybush Game Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, babysitting services and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Thornybush Game Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Thornybush Game Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free English brekkie is offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thornybush Game Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.