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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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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 224 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Superior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Thornybush Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

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 round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
  • A gift shop, a front desk safe and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Shumbalala Game Lodge offer perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate baths/showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Balconies, fridges and electric kettles

All-inclusive details

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return 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 lift (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock

Food and drink

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

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 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

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 any questions, 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 850 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

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?

Checkout 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.

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Shumbalala Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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

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

Verified traveller

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