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Waterbuck Game Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverside lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Suite
Lounge
Lobby sitting area
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Thornybush Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380
  • Place, Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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Suite

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Thornybush Game Reserve

At Waterbuck Game Lodge, you'll be 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Selati Nature Reserve and 12.8 km (7.9 mi) from Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The lodge's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to a safari and a wildlife and game drive. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, free supervised childcare and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Thornybush Game Reserve lodge, you'll be 17.8 km (11 mi) from Nyani Cultural Village and 25.8 km (16 mi) from Mafunyani Cultural Village.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 19 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 44 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Nyani Cultural Village - 49 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 59 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 60 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bush Pub & Inn - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Boma - ‬37 min drive

About this property

Waterbuck Game Lodge

Riverside lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Waterbuck Game Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Thornybush Game Reserve lodge is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Waterbuck Game Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to patios. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided 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

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 10 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 5 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 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Waterbuck Game Lodge

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 850 per person, per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Waterbuck Game Lodge All Inclusive Hoedspruit
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Waterbuck Game Hoedspruit
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Waterbuck Game Lodge Bushbuckridge
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Waterbuck Game Lodge?

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

Does Waterbuck Game Lodge have a pool?

Waterbuck Game Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Waterbuck Game Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Waterbuck Game Lodge.

Is Waterbuck Game Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free supervised childcare, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Waterbuck Game Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Waterbuck Game Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is offered daily between 10 AM and 11:30 AM.

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

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Waterbuck Game Lodge?

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 Waterbuck Game Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Waterbuck Game Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.