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Gondwana Lodge 1
57 square metres
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Tilney Manor
Room with view
60 square metres
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Dwyka Tented Lodge 1
Room with view
65 square metres
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Luxury lodge with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa

Popular property highlights

Breakfast included
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
24-hour front desk

When you stay at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve in Barrydale, you'll be in a national park and steps from Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. This luxury lodge is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from Wilderbraam Berry Estate.

Make yourself at home in one of the 27 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool. This Colonial lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

All-inclusive rates are available at this lodge. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Satisfy your appetite at Gondwana Family Lodge Res, one of the lodge's 3 restaurants. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

All-Inclusive Details

  • Gratuities not included
  • All food and beverages included
  • Surcharge for premium or imported alcoholic beverages
  • All on-site activities, facilities and equipment included
  • Spa/beauty facilities and services not included
  • Buffet and à la carte dining
  • Minibar not included

Hotel Amenities

  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Total number of rooms - 27
  • Number of floors - 1
  • Number of buildings/towers - 3
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Free breakfast
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Spa services on site
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 2001
  • Number of restaurants - 3
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free self parking
  • Daily
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace
  • Free full breakfast
  • Firepit
  • Vegetable garden
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Showcase for local artists
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Designer toiletries
  • Desk
  • Premium bedding
  • Turndown service
  • Free bottled water
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Slippers
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Balcony or patio
  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Number of bedrooms: 1
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Number of beds 3
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Electrical adaptors/chargers
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Wardrobe

Where to Eat

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Gondwana Family Lodge Res - Overlooking the pool, this fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Tilney Manor Restaurant - Overlooking the pool and garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Dwyka Tented Lodge Rest - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Nearby Things to do

  • Playground on site
  • Game viewing on site
  • Game drive on site
  • Safari on site

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body scrubs
  • Massages
  • Deep tissue massage

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 11:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available for guests

Masks are available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

gap period enforced between guest stays 72 hours

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is available

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Humane animal treatment

Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture

Comprehensive food waste policy

Comprehensive recycling policy

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee (May 01 - April 30): ZAR 190 per person, per night

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

Hotel Names

  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Barrydale
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge Barrydale
  • bona Wildlife Reserve Barryda
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Barrydale
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge Barrydale
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Barrydale
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge Barrydale

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from September 01 to March 31.

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the lodge prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

National Rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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