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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
Terrace/patio
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Outdoor dining
Thornybush Game Lodge offers an all-inclusive luxury experience in the national park. Guests start with an English breakfast before heading to the Amani African Spa. Enjoy the garden and library between popular wildlife viewing excursions and game drives.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Thornybush Game Reserve, Thornybush Game Lodge is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Selati Nature Reserve and Kapama Private Nature Reserve, while Nyani Cultural Village and Mafunyani Cultural Village are cultural highlights.
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Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, 1380

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

Luxury all-inclusive lodge in a national park
Consider a stay at Thornybush Game Lodge and take advantage of free English breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace. Indulge in a body treatment, a deep-tissue massage and a body wrap at Amani African Spa, the on-site spa. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall and massage treatment rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at Thornybush Game Lodge feature comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic drinks included

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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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 450 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: ZAR 50.00 per stay (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

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
Thornybush Game Hoedspruit
Thornybush Game
Thornybush Game Lodge Lodge
Thornybush Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Thornybush Game Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Thornybush Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Thornybush Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Thornybush Game Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Thornybush Game Lodge located?

Located in a national park, this family-friendly lodge is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Selati Nature Reserve and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Nyani Cultural Village. Acornhoek Plaza and Kapama Private Nature Reserve are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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