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Thornybush Game Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lounge
Terrace/patio
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, aromatherapy
Suite

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Guernsey Road, Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga, 1380
  • Greater Kruger National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪115 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Electric kettle
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Yep, Thornybush Game Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Yep, Amani African Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Thornybush Game Lodge have a pool?

Thornybush Game Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Thornybush Game Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thornybush Game Lodge.

Is Thornybush Game Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, babysitting services and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Thornybush Game Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Thornybush Game Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free English brekkie is offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thornybush Game Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thornybush Game Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thornybush Game Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Thornybush Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antonio, Oakland Park

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
splendorous and mqjestic. Wild beauty
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN, FORT LAUDERDALE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best-in-class in every way. If you’re looking for a luxury lodge with a personal touch, choose Thornybush.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, New York City

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indescribably excellent in every way. I have traveled all over the world in this ranks at the absolute top.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Vancouver, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about Thornybush is fabulous, from the location of the lodge itself, to actual accomodations, the dining, and last but not least, the twice dsily safari rides where you get to experience the wildlife in their own habitat. Finally, a word about the staff. They are outstanding - knowledgeable, competent, polite, friendly and always helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bob, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, wonderful food, and great safaris.
The lodging, food, service, safaris, and spa were all outstanding.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
luxury at it's best-mel &wayne wonderful hosts
Amazing - wonderful service - can't wait to return!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A slightly ageing thorneybush venue
The staff and the overall atmosphere was great, the game viewing and guiding excellent, but the lodge needs a little work to bring it up to standard. The rooms while large and comfortable show the signs of lack of investment and refurbishment. Thorneybush need ps to embrace a 5 year refreshment cycle in this lodge so as not to undermine the brand. None the less, still a good stay

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Lodge and Drives.
Thornybush Lodge was first class all the way. The meals were delicious, the grounds beautiful and the service impeccable. The lodge even recognized a special wedding anniversary we were having by surprising us with rose petals, candles and champagne by the tub. The game drives were informative, fun and successful as we saw leopards, lions, rhinos, zebras, elephants, giraffes, numerous interesting birds, and much more. Met other very nice people at the lodge

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would go back in a heartbeat
It was amazing and I would highly recommend it. They look after everything so you do not have to worry about anything. The staff are incredible. The guide Chris was awesome and very good at his job. The food was amazing.

10/10 Excellent

NLT, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just right
We saw the big 5 and much more, accommodations were luxurious, food was abundant and delicious. No Internet in the rooms., only in the main lobby.

10/10 Excellent

Sydney, Brazil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!!!
Outstanding. Our stay at Thornybush Game Lodge from 20-22nd of July 2015 could not have been better. Our guides Jack and Ishi were great. We saw all Big 5 and a host of other very beautiful animals within the reserve. Congratulations!!!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura bellissima , personale all altezza . I ranger molto bravi . Noi avevamo Rudy e Joe e sono stati eccezionali . Abbiamo fatto molti Safari ma nessuno è stato bravo come loro . Spiegano tantissime cose e con loro ti senti tranquilla . Le camere sono bellissime noi avevamo la family suite . Si mangia benissimo .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christian, bra!

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helt fantastisk. Anbefales!!!
Helt perfekt. Kunne ikke vært bedre dette oppholdet. Meget god service,mat og utrolig flotte rom som er meget private. Vi kommer absolutt tilbake. Safariguidene var perfekte og forklarte meget mye. Utrolig spennende. Jaluka var vår guide og var perfekt.