Shimungwe Lodge, Thornybush Game Reserve

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Shimungwe Lodge in Hoedspruit offers a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi in public areas, ensuring connectivity during their stay. Comfortable Amenities: The lodge features a restaurant, bar, and outdoor fireplace. Additional facilities include a lounge, private check-in and check-out services, and a concierge. Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves British cuisine with halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, and full English/Irish. Local Attractions: Orpen Gate is 23 mi away, Blyde River Canyon 25 mi, Drakensig Golf Club 25 mi, and Kinyonga Reptile Center 26 mi from the lodge. Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport is 23 mi distant.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

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See what guests loved the most:

Lauren
South Africa South Africa
“The lodge offers an experience that feels much like visiting a friend’s beloved home. Set above a river bed one has a feeling of living in the trees. It has been lovingly and thoughtfully designed to be exceptionally functional and casually chic...”
Vanessa
South Africa South Africa
“An absolutely magnificent lodge with incredible staff and the game viewing was exceptional.”
Heather
South Africa South Africa
“The staff are warm and friendly, but the best thing is the lodge is small, so it doesn't feel like a hotel, it feels so much nicer and it's instantly relaxing. The suites are lovely with a beautiful view of the river and sitting around the...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Shimungwe Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Shimungwe Lodge, Thornybush Game Reserve

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Shimungwe Lodge, Thornybush Game Reserve takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Shimungwe Lodge, Thornybush Game Reserve of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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