The River Lodge at Thornybush
5.0 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Room service
- 24/7 front desk
- Laundry
Explore the area
Road D1771, Orpen Road, Thornybush Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
- Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
- Mafunyani Cultural Village
- Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
- Hoedspruit (HDS)
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About this property
The River Lodge at Thornybush
Colonial lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this lodge. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, concierge services and dry cleaning.
The River Lodge at Thornybush offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private plunge pools and fireplaces. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and free minibar items. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. 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 telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they enjoy the room service at The River Lodge at Thornybush. During your stay, you'll be close to Mafunyani Cultural Village. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking.
- Free full breakfast served daily
- Free WiFi
- Free valet parking and self-parking
- Enjoy garden views while dining at The River Lodge Kitchen
- Take a swim in the outdoor pool
- Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
- 20.5 miles (33 km) from Kruger National Park and 5.4 miles (8.6 km) from Mafunyani Cultural Village
- Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury The River Lodge at Thornybush. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Thornybush Game Reserve lodge.
Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.
The River Lodge Kitchen – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Room service is available.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10 AM to 3 PM on request
- Free self parking on site
- Free valet parking on site
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
- The River Lodge Kitchen
Things to do
- Library
- Outdoor pool
- TV in common areas
Family friendly
- In-room refrigerator
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Private plunge pool
- Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
Guest services
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
- Turndown service
- Wedding services
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Terrace
Accessibility
- No lift
More
- 1 floor
- 8 buildings
- Built in 2006
- Colonial architecture
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Designer toiletries
- Dressing gowns
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Private plunge pool
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free stocked minibar
- Refrigerator
- Room service
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Laptop workspace
- Phone
- Safe
- Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at The River Lodge at Thornybush
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Destination fee: ZAR 495 per person, per night.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
This property's mandatory destination/conservation and tourism fees are collected in advance of arrival to ensure access to 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 600 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 600 (one-way), (from 1 to 8 years old)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The River Lodge at Thornybush offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Property is also known as
River Lodge Thornybush
River Lodge Thornybush Hoedspruit
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River Thornybush Hoedspruit
Thornybush River Lodge
The River At Thornybush
The River Lodge at Thornybush Lodge
The River Lodge at Thornybush Hoedspruit
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