Francolin Lodge

5.0 star property
Art Deco guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Interior
Executive Double Room
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
The current price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov

Explore the area

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4 Du Preez Street, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1201
  • Place, Busamed Lowveld Private Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ilanga Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelspruit Private Nature Reserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Mbombela

A luxury stay in Mbombela awaits you at Francolin Lodge. You'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Busamed Lowveld Private Hospital and 1.7 km (1 mi) from Nelmed Medicross Medical Centre. Highlights at this boutique guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The guest house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Business amenities include a meeting room and a conference centre. 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 9 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 5-property class Mbombela guest house include Promenade Shopping Centre and Nelspruit High School.

What's nearby

  • Busamed Lowveld Private Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nelspruit Market - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Nelspruit Crossing Mall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ilanga Mall - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Nelspruit Private Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orange Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roman's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Francolin Lodge

Art Deco guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Francolin Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Mbombela guest house.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Francolin Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 5-star guest house has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 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 planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Francolin Lodge

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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 420 per person (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 420.00 (one-way)
  • 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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 credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

Francolin Lodge
Francolin Lodge Nelspruit
Francolin Nelspruit
Francolin Lodge Mbombela
Francolin Lodge Guesthouse
Francolin Lodge Guesthouse Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Francolin Lodge?

Francolin Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Francolin Lodge?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Francolin Lodge on 27 Nov 2025 start from AU$238.10, 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.

Is parking available at Francolin Lodge?

Yep, Francolin Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Francolin Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Francolin Lodge have a pool?

Francolin Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Francolin Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Francolin Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Francolin Lodge?

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

Does Francolin Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Francolin Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Francolin Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Francolin Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Francolin Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.