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Luxury lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Breakfast included
Free valet parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
24-hour front desk

When you stay at The River Lodge at Thornybush in Thornybush Game Reserve, you'll be steps from Greater Kruger National Park. This luxury lodge is 20.5 mi (33 km) from Kruger National Park and 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Mafunyani Cultural Village.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and private plunge pools. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Colonial lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Grab a bite to eat at the The River Lodge Kitchen, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

All-Inclusive Details

  • Additional gratuities accepted
  • All food and beverages included
  • Minibar (all beverages included)
  • Room service during certain hours
  • Buffet and à la carte dining

Hotel Amenities

  • Concierge services
  • Total number of rooms - 4
  • Number of floors - 1
  • Number of buildings/towers - 8
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Free breakfast
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Wedding services
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 2006
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free self parking
  • Free valet parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Daily
  • Terrace
  • Free full breakfast
  • Wheelchair accessible: No

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English

Parking

Free self parking , Free valet parking

Room Amenities

The River Lodge at Thornybush offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private plunge pools and fireplaces. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and free minibar items. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Thornybush Game Reserve lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Fridge
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Fireplace
  • Designer toiletries
  • Desk
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Room service
  • Turndown service
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Slippers
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • Private plunge pool
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Minibar (stocked, free items)
  • Heating
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Deck or patio
  • Wardrobe

Where to Eat

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 11 AM.

The River Lodge Kitchen - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Room service is available.

Nearby Things to do

  • Game viewing nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Safari nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Service animals not allowed

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

Debit cards

Host will greet you

Staffed front desk

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

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

No gap period between guests' stays

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 available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are not available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation might be required for some facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has 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 495 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 600 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 600 (one-way), (from 1 to 8 years old)

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

Hotel Names

  • River Lodge Thornybush
  • River Lodge Thornybush Hoedspruit
  • River Thornybush
  • River Thornybush Hoedspruit
  • Thornybush River Lodge
  • The River At Thornybush
  • The River Lodge at Thornybush Lodge
  • The River Lodge at Thornybush Hoedspruit
  • The River Lodge at Thornybush Lodge Hoedspruit

We should mention

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

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are 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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