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Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

5.0 star property
Adults-only lodge with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Luxury Safari Tent
Luxury Safari Tent
Luxury Safari Tent | Bathroom
Luxury Safari Tent

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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Amakhala Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape
  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari
  • Lalibela Game Reserve
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Safari Tent

Luxury Safari Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury King Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury King/Twin Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Paterson

A luxury stay in Paterson awaits you at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve. You'll be 27 km (16.8 mi) from Lalibela Game Reserve and 32.4 km (20.1 mi) from Quin Sculpture Garden. Highlights at this boutique lodge include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .The lodge's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to a safari and a wildlife and game drive. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and spa services. Continental breakfast is available for free. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Paterson lodge, you'll be 36.9 km (22.9 mi) from Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari.
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What's nearby

  • Lalibela Game Reserve - 38 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Sundays River Dunes - 52 min drive - 56.5 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 59 min drive - 75.7 km
  • Rhodes University - 59 min drive - 77.1 km
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 61 min drive - 58.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 73 min drive

About this property

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

Adults-only lodge with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa
Some rates at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Paterson lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2012
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with Hot tubs and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include massages.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Archery
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2012
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to take part in the afternoon game drive on their arrival day should check in before 2 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older 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:

  • Destination fee: ZAR275 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3000 per vehicle (return)

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 major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
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 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2004/024354/07

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • 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

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge
Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Paterson
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Bukela Game Paterson
Bukela Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

Yep, Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve have a pool?

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus Hot tubs in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve.

Is Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve family-friendly?

No, Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve is an adults-only property.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Does Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental breakfast is on offer at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Wilton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A luxury all- inclusive game lodge experience. The 8km drive from the main road is dirt and gravel so a little challenging for our tiny hire car. A warm welcome on arrival and our room was very spacious and comfortable ( the bed was quite hard but perhaps the mattress was new). An indoor and outdoor shower meant you could wash under the incredible stars in the night sky if so inclined. Lodge was comfortable and well decorated if slightly lacking in atmosphere. Not sure if the pools were for swimming in but they looked attractive. Meals were all delicious with generous portions. The highlight of course was the game drives - you are assigned one ranger for your stay and get two drives per night stay. Our driver Edisonnwas completely brilliant and made sure we saw Lions, Elephant, Giraffe and Rhino as well as numerous species of antelope, baboons and birds. We managed three drives but opted on our last morning to relax at the lodge instead. There are more luxurious lodges out there but this is at the high end of the less expensive lodges on Amakhala.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kevin

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

Great Lodge with awful access road for cars

A great lodge in Amakhala reserve. Accommodation very good but in need of upkeep. Balcony furniture was in a sorry state and outside shower was too unhygenic to use
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Excellent game drives and good accommodation

Main reason to visit is the game drives and these were excellent. Lucky, our guide, was fun and informative. The tent was amazing and comfortable. The staff,with one exception, were very welcoming and eager to see were pleased. Minor blemishes, evening meals disappointing and minibar items used were not replaced. Amakhala highly recommended for inclusion on South African tour.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Brilliant Bukhela

Brilliant service, amazing setting, loved it! Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The perfect stay for a luxurious safari!

Bukela Game Lodge is the perfect stay for a short safari. We stayed 2 days at the lodge and never experienced such a luxury. The staff makes sure everything is perfectly arranged. Bukela is the only lodge that is not fenced in the area which makes it possible to wake up and have wild animals outside your front door. Would definitely recommend Bukela!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Bastian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschönes Safari Erlebnis mit sehr netten Personal. Worauf sich Gäste jedoch einstellen müssen: - 7,5km Anreise auf einer sehr schlechten „Safari-Straße“ mit vielen Schlaglöchern und anderen Hindernissen - Kein TV in Suites (Für uns war das nicht störend da die Lage traumhaft ist) - Auswahl an Essen etwas limitiert
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Laure

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

Allez-y

Séjour parfait, staff sympathique, bonne nourriture, très bon guide
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Mingyuet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bukela is a beautiful stay, facilities are great, friendly staff and our ranger (Sim) was very knowledgeable. Foodwise is really below average, just not good especially for a 5* resort. It felt like diner was prepared during the day and heated up in the evening, just not fresh. Breakfast was really poor. Only meal that was good was the lunch. No snacks during the day. Due to this matter i will not likely to visit Bukela again nor reconmend to anyone which is regretful as the staff and facilities were great. For the price you pay I would have expected high quality meals.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
die Lage ist wunderbar, das Wasserloch lockt viele Tiere an, bei uns kamen 2x über 25 Elefanten, die beiden Pools sind klein aber sehr angenehm und schön gemacht, die Hütten könnten sauberer sein, das Essen könnte besser sein, das Servicepersonal war sehr langsam und manchmal einwenig unwissend, die Einführung am Anfang war trocken und kurz.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Großartige Anlage mit liebenswertem Personal

Liebe zum Detail, wunderschöne Chalets mit Ofen und Blick in den Giebel. Die Ranger gaben sich jede Mühe, die Big 5 aufzuspüren.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lodge mit hervorragendem Preis-Leistungsverhältnis

Eine großartige Lodge, die sich durch liebevolle Details und persönliche und herzliche Atmosphäre auszeichnet. In den reetgedeckten Häusern hat man einen freien Blick in den Dachgiebel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Hinweis für Expedia: Die Lodge war überbucht !

Wir mussten in die Hlosi Lodge ausweichen und sind nach einem Tag voller Ärger abgereist. Das Management hat uns zugesagt, Expedia zu informieren und uns den kompletten Buchungsbetrag zu erstatten.

4/10 Poor

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Für uns kein Luxusresort und schon gar keine *****

Leider konnten wir bei unserem Aufenthalt die vorangegangenen Bewertungen so gar nicht nachvollziehen. Entweder hatten wir einfach Pech... oder aber die Qualität in "fast" allen Bereichen hat extremst nachgelassen. Wir haben 2 Nächte dort verbracht. Wir wurden weder nach unserem Game Drive am 1. Abend besonders in Empfang genommen, noch wurde der Abend besonders gemütlich zelebriert (es war auch kein Manager vor Ort) und bei meiner Nachfrage nach dem Abendessen, nach einem Amarula wurde ich vom Personal schräg angeschaut, noch wurde generell nach Getränkewünschen gefragt. Man musste jeder Flasche Wasser hinter herlaufen. Am 2. Abend war es dann sehr viel gemütlicher eingedeckt (die Managerin war diesmal vor Ort) dafür waren leider beide Gerichte eine völlige Katastrophe. Das Lamm war so durch, dass man es weder schneiden noch kauen konnte und der Fisch "roch", dass alle Gäste ihn zurück gehen liessen. So etwas darf doch nicht passieren. Am 2. Morgen mussten wir nach der Rückkehr des morgendlichen, dreistündigen Game Drives über 1 Stunde auf Kaffee und Frühstück warten (dabei ist doch bekannt, wann man zurückkommt... und die Managerin war vor Ort) Leider war auch unserer Fahrer bei den ersten Fahrten sehr unmotiviert, was sich dann erst auf der letzten Fahrt gebessert hat. Zum Glück haben wir aber trotzdem einige Tiere zu sehen bekommen. Alles in allem (unsere Klimaanlage in der Hütte war auch noch defekt) waren wir leider ziemlich enttäuscht von der gesamten Entwicklung!

10/10 Excellent

klaus schön, rhein main gebiet

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

Service, Hotel, Ranger, Tiere....alles perfekt....

Einfach super.......super.....super......super....super......was soll ich noch schreiben...