Royal Thonga Safari Lodge

Property class: 3
UMhlabuyalingana lodge with safari and outdoor pool

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When visiting uMhlabuyalingana, Royal Thonga Safari Lodge is a great choice to consider. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is ￥27,573
￥31,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

Room options

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A bed with a canopy, wooden headboard, and bedside lamps.

Bush Suite

  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A neatly made bed with a folded towel, white bedding, and a canopy.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 128 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Honeymoon Bush Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Tembe Elephant Park, Embonisweni, Sihangwane, Mbotela, uMhlabuyalingana, KwaZulu-Natal, 3973

What's nearby

  • Phongolo River Bridge - 26 min drive - 17.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tembe Elephant Park Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Royal Thonga Safari Lodge

  • When visiting uMhlabuyalingana, Royal Thonga Safari Lodge is a great choice to consider. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2015
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Royal Thonga Safari Lodge Embonisweni
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Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Thonga Safari Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Royal Thonga Safari Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Royal Thonga Safari Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours and scuba diving. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. Royal Thonga Safari Lodge also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, eHlatini.

Does Royal Thonga Safari Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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Reviews

Royal Thonga Safari Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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4/10 Fair

Safari was good no complaints there however, We booked the honeymoon suite, it’s the same as all the other rooms just with rose petals on the bed. They charge you extra for sundowners if you have a double, they charge you for water on the drives even though it’s offered to you as if it’s included. Food is average, very basic. Some local cuisine would be nice. Staff very difficult over charging and bills, no menu provided or price list for extra game drives, they made up the prices.
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8/10 Very good

Site exceptionnel. Entretien équipement électrique défaillant. Architecture intéressante.
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4/10 Fair

Quelle déception

Un hotel qui ne vaut pas le tarif que nous avons paye. Pas de pression dans la douche, peu d eau chaude, chambres tres peu éclairées et pour couronner le tout de nombreuses chenilles dans la salle de bain, dans la chambre et sur le lit également.
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10/10 Exceptional

Jewel in the bush

Comfortable, well equiped, need and clean chalets. Good food and friendly and helpful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant visit

Brilliant setting. Rooms comfortable. Meals god, though limited in options and repeats gets boring. One option only, could be improved. Clean and great
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay the staff were very friendly professional . The food and service was excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Gem in the bush

Our stay was brilliant! This truely is a little gem that should be visited over and over. Game drives amazing, service awesome, facilities fantastic We will definitely return
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10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing. Really loved it and can’t wait to go back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Really super helpful staff. Special shout out to Wendy and also our guide GooGoo. Very comfortable surroundings. Overall really nice place to stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

A marvellous break

Everything about the week-end was picture perfect for us to slow-down and relax after a busy week. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful, the rangers knowledgeable and the food great. The room was very comfortable and clean. Definitely worth a second visit and highly recommended.
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant atmosphere where you forget the world around you. Staff are very friendly and they take interest in you and always available to help in any way. The fact that there is no WIFI is forgotten within hours. Of you are looking for peaceful, service and experience for a good price, this is the place to be.
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8/10 Very good

This is a beautiful property but a little more effort is needed for upkeep. For example floors should be swept regularly and sofas dusted to remove animal drippings, bugs, cobwebs etc. Found a couple lizards in the bed netting and one crawling on the pillow! Room rafters, windows etc need dusting and cobwebs removed. Before dusk staff should check rooms are bug free and put down bednets. Food is great - fresh and tasty - but cooking with a little less grease/oil/butter would be perfect! Game drives are awesome!
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8/10 Very good

Simply wonderful! Great location near to Tembe Elephant Park. Very tranquil and serene. Rooms were very comfortable and clean. Well appointed and sealed so even though you are immersed in the African bush, you do not have to worry about mosquitos or bugs in the room. Lovely dining and lounge areas.
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6/10 Good

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8/10 Very good

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8/10 Very good

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10/10 Exceptional