Mavela Game Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive tentalow with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Bar (on property)
Lounge
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The price is P34,921
P40,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27

Room options

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Luxury Tent

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • 122 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • 122 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Mavela Game Lodge, Manyoni private game reserve, D240, Jozini, KwaZulu-Natal, 3965

What's nearby

  • Zululand Rhino Reserve - 28 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Manyoni Private Game Reserve - 42 min drive - 22.1 km
  • UMkhuze Game Reserve - 66 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Phinda Private Game Reserve - 67 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Jozini Dam - 89 min drive - 69.7 km

About this property

Mavela Game Lodge

Luxury all-inclusive tentalow in the mountains, with rooms rejuvenated in 2021
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a free daily manager's reception at Mavela Game Lodge. In addition to a terrace and a firepit, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, barbecue grills, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, game drive on site, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Mavela Game Lodge feature comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and eco-friendly cleaning products

All inclusive details

This tentalow 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 beverages included

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to noon
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2021
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 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:

  • Management fee: ZAR 150 per person, per night

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

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 1981/001101/07

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Mavela Game Lodge Jozini
Mavela Game Jozini
Mavela Game Lodge Jozini
Mavela Game Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Mavela Game Lodge Safari/Tentalow Jozini

Frequently asked questions

Does Mavela Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mavela Game Lodge?

As of Dec 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mavela Game Lodge on Dec 26, 2024 start from P 34,920.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Mavela Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mavela Game Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mavela Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mavela Game Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Mavela Game Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included.

Where is Mavela Game Lodge located?

Situated in a regional park, this all-inclusive tentalow is 7.5 mi (12 km) from Zululand Rhino Reserve and within 20 mi (32 km) of Manyoni Private Game Reserve and Pongola Nature Reserve. UMkhuze Game Reserve and iSimangaliso Wetland Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Mavela Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful place on earth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation. Superb game viewing. Delicious food. Outstanding staff and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

katty

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le lodge est magnifique, le personnel très accueillant et vraiment aux petits soins. Les safaris splendides et le guide est vraiment au top. On a passé un séjour de rêve. Je recommande vivement le Mavela Game lodge très bien placé dans la réserve.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019