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Safari Plains

4.5 star property
Luxury lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Property grounds
Meeting facility
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Dining
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, hot stone massages
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

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Mabula Game Reserve, Bela-Bela, Limpopo, 480
  • Popular LocationMabula Game Reserve1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate23 min drive
  • Popular LocationMabalingwe Nature Reserve28 min drive

Room options

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Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Tent, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Tent, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Tent, 2 Bedrooms (Luxury)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Bela-Bela

A luxury stay in Bela-Bela awaits you at Safari Plains. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Mabula Game Reserve and 13.5 km (8.4 mi) from Mabalingwe Nature Reserve. Highlights at this lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to a safari and a wildlife and game drive. Conference space and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .In proximity to this 4.5-property class Bela-Bela lodge you'll find Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate.
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What's nearby

  • Mabula Game Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate - 23 min drive
  • Mabalingwe Nature Reserve - 28 min drive
  • Koro Creek Golf Estate - 79 min drive
  • Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm - 82 min drive

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mabula Private Game Reserve Restuarant - 1 min walk
  • Zebula Syringa Restuarant - 22 min drive
  • Mabula Boma - 3 min walk

About this property

Safari Plains

Luxury lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast
Safari Plains offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite business centre. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Safari Plains.

This 4.5-star Bela-Bela lodge is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 5 sq ft of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Safari Plains offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.
The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps and body treatments.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 5 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Safari Plains

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: ZAR 327 per person, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking

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

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a spa on site at Safari Plains?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Safari Plains. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, facials and body treatments, as well as hot stone massages.

How much does it cost to stay at Safari Plains?

As of 27 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Safari Plains on 31 May 2024 start from AU$594.71, 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.

Does Safari Plains have a pool?

Safari Plains has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Safari Plains a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and couples dining, as well as deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Safari Plains.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Safari Plains?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Safari Plains serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Safari Plains?

No, Safari Plains does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Safari Plains?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Safari Plains?

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

Are pets allowed at Safari Plains?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Safari Plains Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolute treat!!
A Treat from the minute you arrive until you check out. Russel went out of his way on the game drives. The place is clean and comfortable. Food was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GREAT Family getaway
Accommodation was beautiful, tents are well appointed and very comfortable. Food was average and staff were incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great SAFARI experience
Authentic safari experience, complete with luxury tent and high tea in the afternoon. The highlight of our trip was getting close to lion and elephant and Elias our game ranger was brilliant !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Great Potential if flaws addresses
The trip was good and the lodge has great potential, but it definitely has some cons. Pros: The staff were very friendly (Dries in particular) and the game ranger was really good. He knew a lot about the animals and made us feel comfortable. We saw 3 of the Big 5 in one drive so we were happy. Cons: the furniture looks second hand and those in the lobby area were dirty. Despite being all inclusive the wine options were limited and they only had one selection per wine type. The staff were friendly, but the service was not up to standard. On one occasion we had to place our breakfast order 3 times and they brought each thing out one at a time not all together. The food wasn’t at the standard we expected for this kind of establishment. The contractor at the spa also tried to overcharge us and was on her phone when doing one massage... Dries did address this though and comped our treatments. The other thing that baffled us was that we were the only guests for one night and they put us in the room furthest from the lobby, where there was no wifi signal. We could not understand why they would do this
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safari
A perfect stay, almost seen all big five and really nice drinks and food.
Nice minibar
Relaxing area
The bar
Towel animals every day
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020