Title: Idwala Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Idwala Lodge Lodge in Sidbury with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk ![In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3814700/3814688/w350h296x0y4-f9debabb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Idwala Lodge offers a thoughtful continental breakfast and a well-stocked bar for guests. 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[Visit our Sidbury travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury.dx6142686) [View more Lodges in Sidbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury-Lodges.d6142686-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.46412%2C26.17919&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=24VrFHukQgGWMcbas_OkHdGxFHo=) Rockcliff Farm - Sidbury, Grahamstown, Sidbury, Eastern Cape, 6139 ### What's nearby - Lalibela Game Reserve - 33 min drive - 15.0 miles - Rhodes University - 54 min drive - 42.1 miles - Sundays River Dunes - 54 min drive - 37.8 miles - African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 55 min drive - 30.6 miles - Bushman Sands Golf Club - 60 min drive - 20.2 miles ### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 61 min drive ## About this property ### Idwala Lodge Upscale lodge Idwala Lodge provides amenities, such as free continental breakfast and a bar. 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), tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk - A gift shop Room features All guest rooms at Idwala Lodge include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Rollaway/extra beds and free infant beds - Balconies and coffee/tea makers ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - In-room cot - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand ### Guest services - Tour and ticket assistance ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free cot - Rollaway/extra bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Room service ### More - Air conditioning - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 major credit cards 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. ### 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 Idwala Idwala Lodge Idwala Lodge Sidbury Idwala Sidbury Idwala Game Lodge South Africa/Sidbury Idwala Lodge Lodge Idwala Lodge Sidbury Idwala Lodge Lodge Sidbury ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Idwala Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much is parking at Idwala Lodge? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Idwala Lodge? > Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Idwala Lodge? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Does Idwala Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle fee applies. ### Where is Idwala Lodge located? > Situated in Sidbury, this lodge is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Lalibela Game Reserve and within 32 miles (52 km) of Bushman Sands Golf Club and African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve. Olifantskop Pass Lookout and Bucks Kloof Hiking Trail are also within 32 miles (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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