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Shimungwe lodge

4.0 star property
Relax around the firepit or by the pool after a day of exploring. A warm welcome awaits you with delicious breakfast options.

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At Shimungwe lodge, start your day with a continental breakfast and unwind by the firepit or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. With free WiFi, laundry facilities, and smoke-free premises, you'll feel right at home. Enjoy some fresh air on the terrace or relax amidst beautiful surroundings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Thornybush Game Reserve is home to Shimungwe lodge. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kruger National Park and Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, while Mafunyani Cultural Village and Nyani Cultural Village are cultural highlights. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Thornybush Game Reserve travel guide
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Map
Xilutsi Gate, Thornybush Game Reserve Orpen Road, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    23 min drive
  • KFC
    22 min drive
  • Steers
    23 min drive
  • Morula Lodge
    23 min drive
  • Gauta Fast Foods
    18 min drive

About this property

Shimungwe lodge

Upscale lodge
At Shimungwe lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. Free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Shimungwe lodge feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Rainfall showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: ZAR 330 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Shimungwe lodge Lodge
Shimungwe lodge Hoedspruit
Shimungwe lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Shimungwe lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Shimungwe lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shimungwe lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shimungwe lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Shimungwe lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shimungwe lodge located?

Situated in Thornybush Game Reserve, this lodge is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mafunyani Cultural Village and within 9 miles (15 km) of Ehlanzeni Collage and Tintswalo Hospital. Acornhoek Plaza and Timbavati Private Nature Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Shimungwe lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025