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Tembe Elephant Park

3.0 star property
Lodge in uMhlabuyalingana with free breakfast and spa services

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Property grounds
Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Suite (Tembe) | Bathroom shower

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Off the P522-2 Road Sihangwane, uMhlabuyalingana, KwaZulu-Natal, 3963
  • Lake Sibaya
  • Rocktail Bay
  • Phongolo River Bridge
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Suite (#1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite (Tusker #7)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Suite (Tusker #7)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Suite (#8)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite (Tusker #16)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Suite (Tusker #16)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite (Tusker #15)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Suite (Tusker #15)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite (Tembe)

Suite (Tembe)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite (#2)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Suite (#2)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Suite (#4)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Suite (#4)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite (Tusker #11)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Suite (Tusker #11)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite (Tusker #10)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Suite (Tusker #10)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite (Tusker #12)

In-room safe, desk, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Suite (Tusker #12)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the area

Embonisweni

At Tembe Elephant Park, you'll be 15.6 km (9.7 mi) from Phongolo River Bridge. 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. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free English breakfast is available daily between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.
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What's nearby

  • Phongolo River Bridge - 18 min drive - 16.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tembe Elephant Park Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tembe Elephant Park

Lodge in uMhlabuyalingana with free breakfast and spa services
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.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Tembe Elephant Park. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star uMhlabuyalingana lodge is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Tembe Elephant Park offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages and body scrubs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 50 per day)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property charges a mandatory gate fee per vehicle on arrival. The fee varies by number of passengers per vehicle.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: ZAR 50 per person, per night.
  • Additional fee: ZAR 110

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 per day (1-device limit, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

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.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tembe Elephant Park?

Tembe Elephant Park offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Tembe Elephant Park?

Yep, Tembe Elephant Park has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Tembe Elephant Park?

The closest beach to Tembe Elephant Park is Mabibi Beach (47.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Tembe Elephant Park?

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

Does Tembe Elephant Park have a pool?

Tembe Elephant Park has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Tembe Elephant Park a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tembe Elephant Park.

Does Tembe Elephant Park serve breakfast?

You bet, free English breakfast is served daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tembe Elephant Park?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tembe Elephant Park?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Tembe Elephant Park?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tembe Elephant Park?

No, only service animals are allowed.