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45 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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45 square metres
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Adults-only lodge with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

Popular property highlights

Breakfast included
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property

When you stay at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve in Paterson, you'll be in a national park and steps from Amakhala Game Reserve. This luxury lodge is 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from Shamwari Game Reserve and 16.8 mi (27 km) from Lalibela Game Reserve.

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring private spa tubs. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy a soak in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby.

All-inclusive rates are available at this lodge. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is included.

Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

Amakhala Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape

Hotel Amenities

All-Inclusive Details

All-inclusive room rates at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Hotel Amenities

  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Total number of rooms - 14
  • Number of floors - 1
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Garden
  • Free breakfast
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Spa services on site
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Full-service spa
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 2012
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Free self parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Firepit
  • Wheelchair accessible: No

Internet

Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with private spa tubs and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Desk
  • Turndown service
  • Free bottled water
  • Wireless internet access
  • Slippers
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Private spa tub
  • Balcony or patio
  • Towels provided
  • Number of bedrooms: 1
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Wardrobe
  • Bed sheets not available

Where to Eat

Guests are offered a complimentary continental breakfast.

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve has a restaurant on site.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Things to do

  • Game viewing on site
  • Game drive on site
  • Safari on site
  • Archery on site
  • Horse riding nearby

Spa Services

  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets or service animals allowed

You need to know

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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Service animals not allowed

Minimum guest age is 12

Caters to adults only

Front desk opens daily at 6:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available for guests

Masks are available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are available

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner

Individually wrapped food options are available through room service

gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Cashless transactions are not available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 210 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3000 per vehicle (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge
  • Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Paterson
  • Bukela Game Lodge Paterson
  • Bukela Game Paterson
  • Bukela Lodge
  • Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge Paterson

We should mention

Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Contactless check-in is available.

National Rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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