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Thornybush Game Lodge

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

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, bed sheets
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
Terrace/patio
Lounge

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, bed sheets

Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Electric kettle
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, 1380

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bush Pub & Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Boma - ‬33 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 massage, a body treatment, and aromatherapy at Amani African Spa, the onsite 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 like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Game drive on site, concierge services, and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms at Thornybush Game Lodge include comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite 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 beverages included

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip 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
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Spa tub

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 center
  • 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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 organization.

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?

Check-out 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 beverages are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Thornybush Game Lodge located?

This family-friendly Thornybush Game Reserve lodge is located in a national park, within 3 mi (5 km) of Greater Kruger National Park and Selati Nature Reserve. Nyani Cultural Village is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) away.

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Thornybush Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Best-in-class in every way. If you’re looking for a luxury lodge with a personal touch, choose Thornybush.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

splendorous and mqjestic. Wild beauty
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, New York City

Indescribably excellent in every way. I have traveled all over the world in this ranks at the absolute top.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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 .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Vancouver, BC

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bob, Virginia

Lovely room, wonderful food, and great safaris.
The lodging, food, service, safaris, and spa were all outstanding.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

luxury at it's best-mel &wayne wonderful hosts
Amazing - wonderful service - can't wait to return!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deb

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

NLT, NY

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christian, bra!

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.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sydney, Brazil

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!!!!!!