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African Safari Lodge

3.5 star property
Riverfront lodge in Makhanda with free parking

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | View from room
Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated
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Interior
Lobby sitting area
African Safari Lodge sits by the river, offering a tranquil garden and terrace with serene views. Guests can enjoy the daily manager's reception, fish in the river, or explore by canoe or mountain bike. After adventures, the lobby fireplace and WiFi provide welcome comforts.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tomorrow

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3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
3 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
  • 57 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
3 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, River View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, River View | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Makhanda, African Safari Lodge is on a river. 1820 Settlers National Monument and Settlers Garden 1820 are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and Lalibela Game Reserve. Observatory Museum and Albany Natural Science Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives.
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Medbury Farm, R343, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6139

About this property

African Safari Lodge

Lodge by the river
Consider a stay at African Safari Lodge and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy mountain biking, canoeing, and fishing at this lodge. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Wardrobes/closets and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 per person
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Deposit is payable by EFT and is due at the time of booking the reservation.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Firewood fee: ZAR 50 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 per person

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

You need to know

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
Tax ID - 4280112576
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

African Safari Lodge Grahamstown
African Safari Grahamstown
African Safari Lodge Lodge
African Safari Lodge Makhanda
African Safari Lodge Lodge Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Is African Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at African Safari Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at African Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at African Safari Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is African Safari Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of 1820 Settlers National Monument, Settlers Garden 1820, and Rhodes University. South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity and Albany History Museum Complex are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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African Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Izak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The scenery and wildlife was really welcome to relax after a busy day driving and seeing clients.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

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