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Thonga Beach Lodge

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

This beach lodge, ideally located along the northern KwaZulu-Natal coastline, is set in Isimangaliso World Heritage Park and features scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities. Overlooking a secluded bay, Thonga Beach Lodge is nestled in a picturesque dune forest and offers guests a unique retreat. Indulge in a sumptuous meal on the deck before relaxing in the lounge or around the outdoor firepit. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim before going for a romantic walk on the beach. Thonga Lodge features only a small number of guest rooms, each raised on wooden stilts. Relax and enjoy the sunset while having sundowners. Wellness facilities are available and nearby activities include diving and fishing. King Shaka International Airport is 211 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

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

  • Free private parking

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Fair Trade Tourism

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Jorge
Germany Germany
“Beautiful Lodge. The staff looks into every detail. The food and the menu that changes every day is delicious. The room is spacious. The scenery around the hotel is majestic. Worth every penny.”
Annie-bannie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The freshly cooked breakfast was wonderful and cooked to how the guest wanted. The cold breakfast options were served in individual containers, not in a big bowl for all guests to help themselves. View of the ocean enabled me to see the whales...”
Rene
South Africa South Africa
“The location is great as it is very remote and far away from crowds. The food was superb and more than enough. Great surprise when they celebrated the full moon with drinks and snacks. Staff are incredibly friendly and helpful.”
David
South Africa South Africa
“Exclusivity, impeccable service levels, food, activities”
Anton
Netherlands Netherlands
“Ligging is perfect, bediening is perfect, geweldig genoten.”
Thean
South Africa South Africa
“The location, the ambiance the friendly staff creates, the meticulously placed cabins for privacy, the incredible views, the clean fresh air and wildlife surrounding the lodge- everything was almost fairy tale like”
Sunkaran
South Africa South Africa
“Casual elegance in an idyllic setting. Friendly and helpful staff”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing experience a long way from anywhere. Food incredible. Activities so much fun”
Amanda
South Africa South Africa
“The most beautiful setting ❤️. Our room was tastefully decorated with a very comfortable bed. All amenities exceptional. The food was out of this world and all the staff super friendly and helpful. Had an awesome spa treatment.”
Kenna
Canada Canada
“The meals were excellent and the location a real gem. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. They went the extra mile over every detail.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Thonga Beach Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

House rules

Thonga Beach Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 19:00 and 05:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 3,345 per child, per night
13 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 5,017.50 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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 note that Thonga Beach Lodge is only accessible with a 4x4 vehicle.

Alternatively, a transfer from a car parking area can be organized by the lodge and is offered twice daily at 12:00 and 15:00. The transfer needs to be pre-booked with the lodge in advance.

At least 48 prior to arrival otherwise a vehicle may not be available.

Please inform Thonga Beach Lodge 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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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