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First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge with conference centre and outdoor pool

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First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Seafood
Reception

Overview of First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • PoolPoolPool
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Western Shore of Lake Shazibe, Shaka's Rock, Sodwana Bay, uMhlabuyalingana, KwaZulu-Natal, 3974
  • Popular LocationSodwana Bay Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMabibi Beach38 min drive
  • Popular LocationPhinda Private Game Reserve58 min drive

Room options

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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Chalet, 4 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio | Bathroom

Chalet, 4 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 127 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed and 6 Single Beds

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About the area

Sodwana Bay

At First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge, you'll be 1 km (0.6 mi) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Sodwana Bay Beach. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and in-room kitchens. .The restaurant, Leatherbacks Restaurant, serves seafood. At the lodge's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Added amenities include a conference centre and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class uMhlabuyalingana lodge, you'll be 15.6 km (9.7 mi) from Mabibi Beach and 19.3 km (12 mi) from Lake Sibaya.
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What's nearby

  • Sodwana Bay Beach - 12 min drive
  • Mabibi Beach - 38 min drive
  • Lake Sibaya - 39 min drive
  • UMkhuze Game Reserve - 44 min drive
  • Phinda Private Game Reserve - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • Maak 'n Jol - 5 min walk
  • Sodwana Take Away - 10 min drive
  • The Snack Shack - 14 min drive
  • The Lighthouse Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge - 10 min walk
  • Unguni's - 5 min walk

About this property

First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge

Comfortable lodge with conference centre 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. An outdoor pool, a library, and a garden are also featured at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star uMhlabuyalingana lodge is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge offers 6 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 3-star lodge has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Leatherbacks Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

As of 29 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge on 26 May 2024 start from AU$145.74, 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 First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

Yep, First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

The closest beach to First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge is Sodwana Bay Beach (5.8 km).

Does First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge have a pool?

First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

No, First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

First Group Sodwana Bay Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Glen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotels.com poor service
Wonderful place , Very good product and very good service. However , Hotels.com were totally useless at responding or resolving my query of possible changes. No response to email or phone call. I will never book through hotels.com again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sodwana Bay Lodge
The check-in was quick and the staff very friendly and efficient. The chalet was clean and neat with all the basic amenities. Would definitely recommend Sodwana Bay Lodge to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

JP

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The plug in the room had no top on it which could be dangerous for kids and the one sliding door didn't open which the staff knew about but didn't inform us utill we went to call them. but otherwise it was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Melissa, Boston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Self catering unit C2 had everything we needed, was clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay.
Really nice resort style accomodation. The girl on the front desk was very friendly and informative. Food was quite nice, but nothing special. The lodges are lovely, but not the most comfortable place. Dive centre on site was a huge feature for us, high standards and great dives. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Cosy cabin in lovely grounds with antelope and monkeys. Despite wifi advertised there wasn't any because the owners were in the process of looking for new suppliers - think they should have done that before leaving their existing supplier!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Marcin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and relaxing vacation
Nice place to stay with good facilities, though the beach is a bit far and it is expensive to pay the conservation fee for each visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katie, Uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely chalet, roomy and light with good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018