African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

Property class: 4

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You can look forward to free continental breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa. Indulge in a massage, aromatherapy and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and al fresco dining. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours and hiking/biking. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is £185
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

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A pathway leading to a thatched-roof building surrounded by lush greenery.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a fan, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A pathway leading to a thatched-roof building surrounded by lush greenery.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Magaliesberg, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is in the historical district and in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve and Elangeni Nature Reserve. Visit our Magaliesberg travel guide
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Plumari Private Game Reserve; Doornhoek, Magaliesberg, Gauteng

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a mountainous landscape with multiple waterfalls.
    Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mother of Mercy Shrine
    33 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Bekker Primary School
    36 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Bekker High School
    38 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Cradle of Humankind
    56 min drive - 24.2 miles

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria)
    69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sage & Smoke
    24 min drive
  • Black Horse
    28 min drive
  • Paganini’s
    35 min drive
  • Thatchwood Country Pub
    22 min drive
  • Meat & Eat Deli
    8 min drive

About this property

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

  • Upscale lodge in the historical district
  • Consider a stay at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa and take advantage of free continental breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage, aromatherapy or a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and al fresco dining. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours and hiking/biking. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and wedding services
    • A front desk safe, a ballroom and a porter/bellboy
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

All-inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Frequently asked questions

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa on 27 Oct 2026 start from £185, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa lodge is steps from Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve and within 9 mi (15 km) of Elangeni Nature Reserve and Nooitgedacht Game Ranch. Mother of Mercy Shrine and Bekker Primary School are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous surroundings, amazing staff, comfortable cabins with all the amenities!! I literally could not have asked for a better stay! We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, comfortable rooms. Courteous and professional staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great venue and game viewing close to Jhb.

Lovely venue with friendly staff and knowledge game rangers. The museum visit was a special experience, thanks to Rob’s passion and extensive knowledge about the history of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excell. safari lodge just over an hr from Jo’burg

Really recommend this hotel. Has everything you need and more. Great for couples as well as families. Professional staff who work hard to give you the best service possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The highlight of our stay was meeting local Boer war expert and historian Rob Milne, who is based at the museum on site. We spent an immensely enjoyable hour and a half chatting about history and the remarkable stories that took place in SA.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Excellent setting and most staff very helpful and friendly. Game drive and Elephant experience were great. My only issues were the unhelpfulness/unfriendliness of the spa staff, the lack of a gym and the service around the small pool. The hotel would benefit from a wine tasting option and more spa facilities, like sauna and jacuzzi
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Very good stay

very good stay - most staff friendly and courteous, especially the restaurant and bar personnel. Room was clean and comfortable and looked out onto the water hole - saw a lot of game - which was a great bonus. Nice bath tub. Restaurant food selection and preparation was of a good standard. I liked the museum and the spa treatment we had was excellent. Will most likely be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great place for a break away, great service and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent

Fantastic resort, super friendly and professional service. Loved every minute of our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place! The highlight were the elephants that came to the water hole!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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One word “Amazing “ We will be back to this resort that pampered us all week, from the tours to the dining all top notch. The rangers that work with the animals and guides for the hikes are in love with their job and it shows. Can’t say enough about this place
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Always an amazing stay

Our stay at this lodge is always amazing. The stuff is extremely friendly and professional. The actual grounds are super pretty. It's a calming environment. Our baby also loved it. Thank you to the restaurant staff always go the extra mile to make our baby happy. Only issue is the wifi, but it wasn't the end of the world. We actually appreciate the downtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Property is exquisite. I just had a problem with pests on my roof. Room 34a has rats which kept scratching the ceiling in the early hours which woke me and my husband up.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Worth a visit

Had a wonderful stay here. Our room was directly overlooking a dam and there were lots of animals visiting in the late afternoon. The food was amazing and staff couldn't be friendlier. Would definately visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel with very friendly and professional staff. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing Askari

Our stay was incredible. The service is excellent at Askari! The rooms were really comfortable. The food was exceptional. It was such a treat to be so close to the animals.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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A real hidden gem!

Absolutely amazing short get-away to celebrate my husbands birthday! Askari went out of their way to make it spectacular. The highlight was the game drive and specifically Lovemore! Food is awesome too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay

Had a lovely stay at Askari Lodge. Buffet breakfast and dinner were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
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8/10 Good

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Overall good stay

The staff made us feel welcome from the moment we checked in. The food was excellent, it is not the usual buffet style you would expect from a half board offering, but instead it was plated with a good variety of menu options. The venue itself is nice, I did think I was going to see some elephants, but they are wild and roam as they please, that said we did see plenty game come past the watering hole on the property. My only 2 issues with the venue is that it is not child friendly, balconies and large drops do not have balustrades, you have to keep a constant eye on younger kids and there are not many kid activities available. My other issue is that the bathrooms are a bit dated and could do with a revamp.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

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Lovely stay

Really enjoyed it. Lovely lodge
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a wonderful stay we had! Saw lots of animals and the food was amazing. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect perfect perfect Great weekend and excellent staff Loved the ambiance and all I am going to come back soon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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We will be back!

We enjoyed our stay tremendously. It was peaceful and quiet. The spa was an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Askari lodge

Good friendly staff the property needs slight attention to be classified 4star. Staying at the executive rooms are not recommended as there is alot of noise during the early mornings from the workshop situated just behind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019