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Shumbalala Game Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Superior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Food and drink
Tasting room
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Check out the area

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Thornybush Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Popular LocationHoedspruit Endangered Species Centre57 min drive
  • Popular LocationHoedspruit Wildlife Estate60 min drive
  • Popular LocationOrpen Gate76 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

They only accommodate 10-12 guests at a time which makes for a very personal experience. Much better than the large grou...
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Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 224 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Thornybush Game Reserve

Located in Thornybush Game Reserve, Shumbalala Game Lodge is in a provincial park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Orpen Gate and Blyde River Canyon. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 57 min drive
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 60 min drive
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 73 min drive
  • Orpen Gate - 76 min drive
  • Jessica the Hippo - 84 min drive

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boma - 42 min drive

About this property

Shumbalala Game Lodge

Luxury lodge in a provincial park
Consider a stay at Shumbalala Game Lodge and take advantage of a terrace, shopping on site, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • A gift shop, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Shumbalala Game Lodge include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and electric kettles

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Shumbalala Game Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Terrace

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)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 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

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 750 per person, per stay

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Shumbalala Game Hoedspruit
Shumbalala Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Shumbalala Game Lodge
Shumbalala Game
Shumbalala Game Lodge Lodge
Shumbalala Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Shumbalala Game Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Shumbalala Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Shumbalala Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shumbalala Game Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Shumbalala Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shumbalala Game Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Shumbalala Game Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Shumbalala Game Lodge?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Shumbalala Game Lodge located?

Situated in a provincial park, this lodge is 28.4 mi (45.7 km) from Orpen Gate.

Shumbalala Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They only accommodate 10-12 guests at a time which makes for a very personal experience. Much better than the large group lodges!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

john, miami

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Be prepared to be nickle and dimed.
When one pays a premium price one should get premium service. On this trip I rode rovis rail and stayed in a suite at saxon hotel and villas in johannesburg. These are true 5 star. I know expedia caters to people with lower expectations. They should not rate this place 5 star. The air conditioner doesnt work. You will not be able to sleep.Make sure to ask them for a price list first. They offer you everything and you dont have any idea of what it costs. The food is horrible. Also remember one of your two game drives leaves at 530am. For people who want a true 5 star experience stay away.

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro, Sao Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exclusividade na selva
Hotel excelente! Super exclusivo - apenas 5 suítes!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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