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A wooden deck with wicker furniture, a thatched roof, and a view of lush greenery.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a stone wall.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a large bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, a dining table with chairs, and a comfortable seating area with a sofa and cushions.
A cozy outdoor seating area with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bar with stools.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, 1380
  • Place, Selati Nature Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

Suite Honeymoon

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A wooden deck with a thatched roof, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the surrounding forest.

Suite

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A wooden deck with a thatched roof, a sofa with cushions, and a view of the surrounding forest.

Waterhole Suite

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Thornybush Game Lodge

This lodge features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Free English breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna and a conference centre are on-site.
Thornybush Game Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a hot tub and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Features at Thornybush Game Lodge include free breakfast and self-parking, plus a full-service spa.
  • Free English breakfast served daily
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • WiFi in some public areas for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to manicures and pedicures, facials or body wraps at Amani African Spa
  • Services include babysitting, a free children's club and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna
  • 2.8 miles (4.5 km) from Selati Nature Reserve and 11.6 miles (18.6 km) from Nyani Cultural Village
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Thornybush Game Lodge is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Thornybush Game Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. 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.

A sauna, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Thornybush Game Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Thornybush Game Reserve lodge.

Guests are served a free English breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Thornybush Game Lodge has a restaurant on site.
Room service is available.

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 50 per stay)

Parking and transport

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thornybush Game Lodge

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: ZAR 450 per person, per night

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 50.00 per stay (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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 5 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

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

Thornybush Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cherry on top of the cake was the leopard resting in the tree after he ate it's prey!!! Magnificent!!! Once in a lifetime experience!!! The lodge fantastic!! The game drives superb, service top! What else can I say, all fabulous!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
splendorous and mqjestic. Wild beauty
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely room, wonderful food, and great safaris.

The lodging, food, service, safaris, and spa were all outstanding.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

luxury at it's best-mel &wayne wonderful hosts

Amazing - wonderful service - can't wait to return!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

NLT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!!!!!!