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Thornybush Game Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve with spa and safari
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Library
Aerial view
Game drive

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Free children's club
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Childcare
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Suite

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 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, 1380

What's nearby

  • Greater Kruger National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 43 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 48 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 64 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Orpen Gate - 75 min drive - 51.1 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 115 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bush Pub & Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Boma - ‬33 min drive

About this property

Thornybush Game Lodge

Bring the kids when you stay at Thornybush Game Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a hot tub are other highlights at this luxurious lodge.

All-inclusive

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

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 20 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*
  • Supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Room service

Travelling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Supervised childcare

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: ZAR 450 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for ZAR 50.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

Is there a pool at Thornybush Game Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Thornybush Game Lodge?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Thornybush Game Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Thornybush Game Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thornybush Game Lodge?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Thornybush Game Lodge and nearby?
On-site recreation at Thornybush Game Lodge includes ecotours, game viewing and a wildlife and game drive. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Thornybush Game Lodge also has an outdoor pool and spa services, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Thornybush Game Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Thornybush Game Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Thornybush Game Lodge like?
Thornybush Game Lodge is located a short 1-minute walk from Greater Kruger National Park.

Thornybush Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

splendorous and mqjestic. Wild beauty
Antonio, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best-in-class in every way. If you’re looking for a luxury lodge with a personal touch, choose Thornybush.
STEVEN, 3-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Indescribably excellent in every way. I have traveled all over the world in this ranks at the absolute top.
Lisa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about Thornybush is fabulous, from the location of the lodge itself, to actual accomodations, the dining, and last but not least, the twice dsily safari rides where you get to experience the wildlife in their own habitat. Finally, a word about the staff. They are outstanding - knowledgeable, competent, polite, friendly and always helpful.
Janet, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, wonderful food, and great safaris.
The lodging, food, service, safaris, and spa were all outstanding.
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

luxury at it's best-mel &wayne wonderful hosts
Amazing - wonderful service - can't wait to return!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

A slightly ageing thorneybush venue
The staff and the overall atmosphere was great, the game viewing and guiding excellent, but the lodge needs a little work to bring it up to standard. The rooms while large and comfortable show the signs of lack of investment and refurbishment. Thorneybush need ps to embrace a 5 year refreshment cycle in this lodge so as not to undermine the brand. None the less, still a good stay
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Lodge and Drives.
Thornybush Lodge was first class all the way. The meals were delicious, the grounds beautiful and the service impeccable. The lodge even recognized a special wedding anniversary we were having by surprising us with rose petals, candles and champagne by the tub. The game drives were informative, fun and successful as we saw leopards, lions, rhinos, zebras, elephants, giraffes, numerous interesting birds, and much more. Met other very nice people at the lodge
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Would go back in a heartbeat
It was amazing and I would highly recommend it. They look after everything so you do not have to worry about anything. The staff are incredible. The guide Chris was awesome and very good at his job. The food was amazing.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just right
We saw the big 5 and much more, accommodations were luxurious, food was abundant and delicious. No Internet in the rooms., only in the main lobby.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent!!!
Outstanding. Our stay at Thornybush Game Lodge from 20-22nd of July 2015 could not have been better. Our guides Jack and Ishi were great. We saw all Big 5 and a host of other very beautiful animals within the reserve. Congratulations!!!!!!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Struttura bellissima , personale all altezza . I ranger molto bravi . Noi avevamo Rudy e Joe e sono stati eccezionali . Abbiamo fatto molti Safari ma nessuno è stato bravo come loro . Spiegano tantissime cose e con loro ti senti tranquilla . Le camere sono bellissime noi avevamo la family suite . Si mangia benissimo .
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Helt fantastisk. Anbefales!!!
Helt perfekt. Kunne ikke vært bedre dette oppholdet. Meget god service,mat og utrolig flotte rom som er meget private. Vi kommer absolutt tilbake. Safariguidene var perfekte og forklarte meget mye. Utrolig spennende. Jaluka var vår guide og var perfekt.
Verified Hotels.com guest review