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The River Lodge at Thornybush

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Interior
Lobby lounge
Royal Suite | Terrace/patio
Reception
Deluxe Suite

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Road D1771, Orpen Road, Thornybush Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
  • Place, Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)

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About the area

Thornybush Game Reserve

A luxury stay in Thornybush Game Reserve awaits you at The River Lodge at Thornybush. You'll be 33 km (20.5 mi) from Kruger National Park. Highlights at this Colonial lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, The River Lodge Kitchen, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In proximity to this 5-property class Thornybush Game Reserve lodge you'll find Blyde River Canyon.
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Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ergens zo hier - ‬29 min drive

About this property

The River Lodge at Thornybush

Luxury lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury The River Lodge at Thornybush. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Thornybush Game Reserve lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The River Lodge at Thornybush offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private plunge pools and fireplaces. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and free minibar items. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Thornybush Game Reserve lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10 AM to 3 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The River Lodge Kitchen

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The River Lodge at Thornybush

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 495 per person, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property's mandatory destination/conservation and tourism fees are collected in advance of arrival to ensure access to the property.

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 600 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 600 (one-way), (from 1 to 8 years old)

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • 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

River Lodge Thornybush
River Lodge Thornybush Hoedspruit
River Thornybush
River Thornybush Hoedspruit
Thornybush River Lodge
The River At Thornybush
The River Lodge at Thornybush Lodge
The River Lodge at Thornybush Hoedspruit
The River Lodge at Thornybush Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The River Lodge at Thornybush?

Yep, The River Lodge at Thornybush has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Does The River Lodge at Thornybush have a pool?

The River Lodge at Thornybush has an outdoor pool.

What makes The River Lodge at Thornybush a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as private plunge pools and deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The River Lodge at Thornybush.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The River Lodge at Thornybush?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths and private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does The River Lodge at Thornybush serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is offered daily between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The River Lodge at Thornybush?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 10 AM - 3 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The River Lodge at Thornybush?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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

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

Are pets allowed at The River Lodge at Thornybush?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.