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Thornybush Waterside Lodge

Property class: 5 and above

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Consider a stay at Thornybush Waterside Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a body treatment or a facial. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Suite

  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite (11 & 12) | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Suite (11 & 12)

  • Garden view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Thornybush Game Reserve, Thornybush Waterside Lodge is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Selati Nature Reserve and Kapama Private Nature Reserve, while Nyani Cultural Village and Mafunyani 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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Thornybush Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380

What's nearby

  • A dirt path with a lion walking away from the camera.
    Selati Nature Reserve
    9 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • A leopard resting on a tree branch.
    Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
    36 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • Nyani Cultural Village
    43 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    45 min drive - 25.7 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    53 min drive - 31.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    115 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bush Pub & Inn
    23 min drive
  • Boma
    38 min drive

About this property

Thornybush Waterside Lodge

  • Luxury lodge in a national park
  • Free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Thornybush Waterside Lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a body treatment or a facial. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and game drive on-site
    • Concierge services, a lift and wedding services
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Thornybush Waterside Lodge include comforts, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
    • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 80 per stay)

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: ZAR 80.00 per stay (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Per property policy, children under 6 years old are not permitted on game drives.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Thornybush Waterside Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Thornybush Waterside Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thornybush Waterside Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Thornybush Waterside Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Thornybush Waterside Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this luxury lodge is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Selati Nature Reserve and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Nyani Cultural Village. Mafunyani Cultural Village and Tintswalo Hospital are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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