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Presidential Suite
224 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Superior Suite
75 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Luxury lodge with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
24-hour front desk

When you stay at Shumbalala Game Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve, you'll be in a provincial park and 28.4 mi (45.7 km) from Orpen Gate. This luxury lodge is within the region of Blyde River Canyon.

Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

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. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a library. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

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).

Hotel Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Shopping on site
  • Total number of rooms - 6
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free self parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Free parking nearby
  • Terrace
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair accessible: No

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English

Parking

Free self parking , Free parking nearby

Room Amenities

Shumbalala Game Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Fridge
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Balcony
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Premium bedding
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Wireless internet access
  • Slippers
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • iPod docking station
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Where to Eat

Shumbalala Game Lodge has a restaurant on site.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Things to do

  • Game viewing nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Accessibility

  • No lift (single-level property)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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, and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Children stay free

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Children stay free - maximum age 3

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not 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 available

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner

Individually wrapped food options are available through room service

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 follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are not 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

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: ZAR 750 per person, per stay

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

Hotel Names

  • 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

We should mention

Children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

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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