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Saragossa Game Reserve

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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N4 Road, Emgwenya, Mpumalanga
  • Place, Mountain Strings Zipline
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kruger House Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Elands Falls
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden View | Property grounds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Honeymoon Studio Suite, Bathtub, Lake View

Honeymoon Studio Suite, Bathtub, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 51 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Living area

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Kitchenette
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
  • 121 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Emgwenya

At Saragossa Game Reserve, you'll be 13.1 km (8.1 mi) from Kruger House Museum and 18 km (11.2 mi) from Elands Falls. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The hotel'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. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and spa services. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Emgwenya hotel, you'll be 51.9 km (32.2 mi) from Sudwala Caves.

What's nearby

  • Mountain Strings Zipline - 8 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Kruger House Museum - 9 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Waterval Boven Natuurreservaat - 14 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Elands Falls - 15 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Waterval Boven Hospital - 19 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malaga Hotel - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Saragossa Game Reserve

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and spa services
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 served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Saragossa Game Reserve. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Emgwenya hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1920
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Saragossa Game Reserve offers 8 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room espresso makers and minibars. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • 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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

More

  • Built in 1920
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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 AM - 6 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 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:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 850.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 850.00 (from 14 to 18 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 1100.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 1100.00 (from 14 to 18 years old)

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3400 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Saragossa Game Reserve Lodge Waterval Boven
Saragossa Game Reserve Lodge
Saragossa Game Reserve Waterval Boven
Saragossa Game Reserve Hotel
Saragossa Game Reserve Emgwenya
Saragossa Game Reserve Hotel Emgwenya

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Saragossa Game Reserve?

Yep, Saragossa Game Reserve has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Saragossa Game Reserve?

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

Does Saragossa Game Reserve have a pool?

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

What makes Saragossa Game Reserve a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Saragossa Game Reserve.

Does Saragossa Game Reserve serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Saragossa Game Reserve?

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 Saragossa Game Reserve?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Saragossa Game Reserve?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Saragossa Game Reserve?

No, pets are not allowed.

Saragossa Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

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

Exceptionally memorable ...

Incredible place. We were looked after very well by all staff. We had a fantastic stay. Food is lovely. It's just a chill out place ... one with nature. A must visit when you are travelling to or/and from Kruger National Park. All being well, we shall return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

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

Amazing, peaceful stay

Saragossa really was an amazing place. We stayed two nights at the lodge, and loved every minute. Every detail was thought of, they were so accommodating and the entire staff was very kind. We left on my birthday, and they went above and beyond to make it a very special day. Thank you Saragossa for the wonderful time! It was one of the highlights of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saragossa is a beautiful location and Anna, Hugo and the team did everything in their power to make us feel welcome. Excellent home produced food beautifully prepared
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Martin, uk london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Its gr8 however

Don’t expect to see giraffes and my major gripe is the pool is in really poor condition and dirty which is a shame as it in a beautiful setting The food is nice but has extremely limited choice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First night in ZA, wonderful hideaway, unfortunately we had booked one night only (planning error), we should have stayed 2, 3 or for ever. Seriously, I could very well imagine to stay for a week or two. Very nice personnel, friendly and helpful. The food was very delicious. But, if you need bars and clubs, definitely not the place to go!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marcus, Wiesbaden

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traumlage, ein toller Platz zum Abschalten und Ausspannen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr freundliche und zuvorkommende Gastgeber. Tolle Atmosphäre, super Außengelände einfach genial zum Wohlfühlen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fedor E

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

Great place to start or end your holiday to Kruger

The Saragossa Game reserve is a very beautiful and romantic small lodge situated in private game reserved. There's giraffes, hippos, ostriches, gnoe and many antilopes. We stayed in the lodge on our way towards the Kruger Park. It's only 2.5 hrs away from Johannesburg International Airport and the lodge is close to the Panorama route. We received an upgrade and stayed in a nice suite with a stunning view of the game garden. Unfortunately we stayed only one night, but wished we could have stayed longer. The surrounding was so peaceful and surreal. The staff was great, amazing service and the food was excellent. All fresh from their own farm on the estate. We will definitely book this lodge again on our next trip to South Africa. It's a great place to start or end your holiday on your way from or to the airport of Johannesburg.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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