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Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge

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An infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a lush landscape.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with cushions, and a view of the outdoors.
A thatched-roof bungalow with a wooden deck, surrounded by dense forest.
A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, stone walls, a white sofa, and a stone fireplace.
Separate bathtub and shower, spring water bathtub, hair dryer, bathrobes

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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Memorial Gate, Nambiti Game Reserve, Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, 3370

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Bungalow

  • River view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Bungalow Single Occupancy

  • River view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ladysmith

A luxury stay in Ladysmith awaits you at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge. You'll be 37.5 km (23.3 mi) from Emnambithi Cultural Centre and 37.8 km (23.5 mi) from Ladysmith Library. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to ecotours and a wildlife and game drive. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and spa services. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 5-property class Ladysmith lodge, you'll be 37.8 km (23.5 mi) from Burgher Memorial and 37.8 km (23.5 mi) from Burgher Memorial.
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About this property

Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Ladysmith lodge.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, spring water baths, bathrobes and slippers. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with 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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: ZAR 100.0 per person, per night

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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 and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge?

Yep, Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge have a pool?

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

What makes Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as spring water baths and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge?

No, but there are spring water baths in the guestrooms.

Does Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge?

No, Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Divina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent . Highly recommended Sophie Ludwixk Adele the owners, excellent went out of their way .. staff including Temboliwhe, sofisiso, and all staff excellent t! We will def come again !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow. Just wow. My wife and I spent three nights at Esiweni and it exceeded every expectation we had. I had been on safari once before, and it honestly paled in comparison to this experience. The lodge itself is stunning. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Sundays River, it’s one of the most beautiful places we’ve ever stayed. Nambiti Private Game Reserve is the perfect size. It feels wild and untouched. but it’s not so massive that you’re driving for hours without seeing anything. We saw elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, rhinos, zebras, and so much more. Every game drive felt different. What made this trip so special were the people. Pemba was our ranger for our twice daily game drives and was the highlight of our stay. He is knowledgeable, kind, funny, and simply a joy to spend time with. By the end of three days, it felt like we were out with family rather than a guide. Sophie and Vic, the owners, welcomed us like old friends. You can tell they love what they do, and that warmth carries through the entire lodge. Myriam was always attentive and pleasant, and Chef Nandi created unforgettable meals. The menu leans French, every dish was fresh, creative, and absolutely delicious. They also surprised us with a few thoughtful touches that made the trip even more memorable. We left talking about when we could come back. If you’re considering a safari, I can’t recommend Esiweni enough. Luxury without feeling pretentious. We will absolutely be back. Thank you all!.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an outstanding experience. The lodge has a stunning location perched on a cliff overlooking the river below. Our room was utterly delightful, Angelo’s cooking amazing and Pemba’s game drives literally stunning. Great , great game viewing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022