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When visiting Hluhluwe, Thanda Safari is a great choice to consider. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are other highlights at this luxurious lodge.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $554
$637 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6

Why we love this property

Work and pamper mix
This lodge blends business with pleasure. A full-service spa offers massages and body treatments, while meeting rooms and a business center await.
Spa serenity
A full-service spa offers treatments from body scrubs to hot stone massages daily. Relaxation continues in the sauna and peaceful garden setting.
Ultra-comfort sleep
This lodge offers premium bedding and elegant turndown service in every guestroom. Luxury permeates each space for an indulgent night's rest.

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden ceiling, and a decorative canopy.

Luxury Twin Room

  • Valley view
  • 220 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden ceiling, and a decorative canopy.

Luxury Room

  • Valley view
  • 220 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a canopy bed, a round stool, and a woven mat.

Villa, 5 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 1000 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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A rural landscape with scattered houses amidst dense vegetation and hills in the background.

Luxury Tent

  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with bottles, and a view of the landscape.

Standard Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A large freestanding bathtub with champagne glasses, candles, and scattered rose petals.

Honeymoon Tent

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
D242 Off The N2, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960

What's nearby

  • Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve - 41 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 49 min drive - 43.1 km
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 51 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Thanda Safari

  • When visiting Hluhluwe, Thanda Safari is a great choice to consider. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are other highlights at this luxurious lodge.

All inclusive details

  • This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

  • All meals and snacks included

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5 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
DONE

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
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Wildlife and game drive
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Safari nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

More

  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 4363.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thanda Safari offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thanda Safari 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 Thanda Safari?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Thanda Safari?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thanda Safari?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Thanda Safari?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thanda Safari?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Thanda Safari and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as scuba diving. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours, game viewing, and a wildlife and game drive. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Thanda Safari also has a sauna and an arcade, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Thanda Safari?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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