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Garden Route Game Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The price is NZ$802
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2025

Explore the area

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N2, Albertinia, Western Cape, 6695
  • Garden Route Game Reserve
    10 min walk
  • House of Aloes
    3 min drive
  • The NG Church
    6 min drive
  • Mossel Bay Aerodrome (MZY)
    46 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Family Suite with Pool | Private pool

Luxury Family Suite with Pool

Highlights

Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 77.5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Basic Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Single Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Chalet, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Family Lodge Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
  • 53.53 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
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About the area

Albertinia

A family-friendly stay in Albertinia awaits you at Garden Route Game Lodge. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Garden Route Game Reserve and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from House of Aloes. Highlights at this lodge include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. With 3 lounge bars and a poolside bar to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the lodge. Enjoy the kids' club, indoor tennis court, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Albertinia lodge include The NG Church and Gourits River Bridge.
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What's nearby

  • Garden Route Game Reserve - 10 min walk
  • House of Aloes - 3 min drive
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 28 min drive
  • Santos Beach - 31 min drive
  • Gondwana Game Reserve - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Serengeti's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garden Route Game Lodge - Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alcare Aloe's Fan Page - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Aloe factory - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tuinplaas - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Garden Route Game Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Garden Route Game Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor tennis court, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Garden Route Game Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Albertinia lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Garden Route Game Lodge offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Garden Route Game Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3000.00 per person (return)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Game Garden Route
Game Lodge Garden Route
Garden Route Game
Garden Route Game Lodge
Garden Route Lodge
Lodge Garden Route
Garden Route Game Hotel Albertina
Garden Route Game Lodge Lodge
Garden Route Game Lodge Albertinia
Garden Route Game Lodge Lodge Albertinia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Garden Route Game Lodge?

Garden Route Game Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Route Game Lodge?

As of 25 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Route Game Lodge on 25 Jan 2025 start from NZ$801.79, 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 parking available at Garden Route Game Lodge?

Yep, Garden Route Game Lodge has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Garden Route Game Lodge?

The closest beach to Garden Route Game Lodge is Santos Beach (46.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Garden Route Game Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Garden Route Game Lodge. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Garden Route Game Lodge have a pool?

Garden Route Game Lodge has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Garden Route Game Lodge?

Garden Route Game Lodge features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.

What makes Garden Route Game Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Garden Route Game Lodge.

Is Garden Route Game Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club, a children's pool and free supervised childcare, it's no surprise that Garden Route Game Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Garden Route Game Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Garden Route Game Lodge?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Garden Route Game Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Garden Route Game Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Garden Route Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 193 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience from start to finish - everything was fabulous, including the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antti

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely.
Room and main lodge were lovely. Game viewing was slightly disappointing. Reserve is effectively broken into fenced sections with the lions in their own enclosure. Guide appeared a bit rushed at times.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience at this gaming lodge, stay included 2 safaries a day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience here. We saw 10 different wild animals species. Great service, great staff. Luan, our game guide was terrific !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you're looking for a TRUE safari...
If you want luxury combined with the beauty of Africa, a safari with knowledgeable guides, 5 star food and beautiful, clean and tastefully decorated rooms with breathtaking views, THIS is the place to go. Have I mentioned the awesome staff!?! We saw all the animals on an organic safari surrounded by beautiful nature.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities and game drives here are incredible. We stayed in the luxury family suite with pool room and it was so picturesque with everything that you need. The game drives are great and the drivers are extremely knowledgeable. The food choices at breakfast and dinner are also great, with a wide variety of options and the evening menus change daily. I honestly could not recommend this stay enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Feras

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Garden Route Game Lodge offers an excellent, affordable, comfortable and relaxing stay with 2 daily games drives through their expansive game reserve where you get an up close and personal viewing of the various game animals. Your knowledgeable driver will tailor your drives to your preferences where possible. The entire staff are friendly and go above the usual standard of service to ensure you have a great stay. Tip - book Spa services early if you want to partake. Food & beverage is excellent. I recommend a minimum 2 nights, but preferably 3 nights to fully enjoy the facilities and 6 drives and appreciate the amazing animals more than once.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yee Hur William

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We rented two of chalets for two nights, and was assigned one small (meant for up to 2 adults) and one slightly bigger chalet (for 2 adults and 1 child). Strongly recommended if you are travelling light (minimal space for full size luggage for tjr small chalet) as you will need to navigate short flights of stairs. The package also comes with two daily safari runs and dinner included. Food and services was great. Cape and warm water bags were also provided for the (cold) Sunrise Game Runs. Strongly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice surprise on the way to Garden Rt
We were passing through Albertinia and decided to spend the night at this lodge and it was such an unexpected pleasure. Dinner was tasty, cozy room and a really fun game drive in the morning. It’s a different concept from safari in a big NP, once you understand that you’re in for a great ride.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious and comfortable rooms, great pool area and restaurant. Game drives were amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Edward, Decatur

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Non-South Africans should realize that facilities like this are a far cry from a “proper” game lodge experience. The developers of the facility have done a good job in cobbling together land and stocking it with wildlife, but it really is more of a glorified zoo than a proper game reserve. The facilities are nice and the staff are lovely, so it's certainly worth a visit. But I wouldn't recommend staying more than a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Great visit to GRGL!
Second time to Garden Route Game Lodge and it was just as good the second time! All in all an excellent visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great cheatar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eveline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So far the first day we all are very happy to be here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rafaela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property, great, smiley and polite staff, AMAZING food, good games!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021