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The Ultimate Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free water park access and rooftop terrace

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Standard Room
Children’s activities

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

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BP19 Bluegumsport Road, Louis Trichardt, Limpopo, 920
  • Place, Makhado Show Grounds
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Makhado Church
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Al Noor Mosque
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Honeymoon Cottage, Mountain View, Mountainside

Honeymoon Cottage, Mountain View, Mountainside

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Apartment

Family Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Family Chalet

Family Chalet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Family Chalet

Family Chalet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Family Apartment

Family Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Chalet

Family Chalet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Louis Trichardt

A family-friendly stay in Louis Trichardt awaits you at The Ultimate Lodge. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Mapungubwe World Heritage Landscape and 11.6 km (7.2 mi) from Makhado Show Grounds. Highlights at this guest house include a free water park, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The guest house's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the waterslide along with access to mini golf and mountain biking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning English breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Louis Trichardt guest house include Al Noor Mosque and Makhado Church.
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What's nearby

  • Makhado Show Grounds - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Makhado Church - 17 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Al Noor Mosque - 17 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Polokwane (PTG-Polokwane Intl.) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Kitchen - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Ultimate Lodge

Family-friendly guesthouse with free water park access and rooftop terrace
The Ultimate Lodge offers its guests a complimentary water park, a waterslide, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly The Ultimate Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Louis Trichardt guest house is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Ultimate Lodge offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries. This Louis Trichardt guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. 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) during limited hours on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Free water park
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free water park access
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:
  • Front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Water park

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: ZAR 400.0 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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 for adults and from ZAR 100 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 400 per vehicle (one way)

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
Cashless transactions are available
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
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, American Express and Diners Club. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Ultimate Lodge?

Yep, The Ultimate Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ultimate Lodge?

As of 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ultimate Lodge on 28 Oct 2025 start from AU$104.58, 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 The Ultimate Lodge have a pool?

The Ultimate Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Does The Ultimate Lodge have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes The Ultimate Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining 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 The Ultimate Lodge.

Is The Ultimate Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, a playground and free water park access, it's no surprise that The Ultimate Lodge is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Ultimate Lodge?

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

Does The Ultimate Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ultimate Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ultimate Lodge?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Ultimate Lodge?

Furry friends are welcome at The Ultimate Lodge, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Ultimate Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely personalized professional unit , 5 star

Swimming 2 pools game zebra and BBQ mini golf ext
Al fresco dinning bar and beutifull restaurant food and service exceptional grills wings handout fries and my favorite milk tert
Sun downers
Family fun in tranquil surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avhatakali Justice

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was in order and perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home

Great environment, efficient and professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elmarie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not upgrade but my room was comfortable and service good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Tshilidzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome. My kids loved the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018