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Thornwood

4.0 star property
Colonial lodge with spa services and an outdoor pool

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering ) | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Room options

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering ) | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering )

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Outdoor play area
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 1000 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Site 11, Kuleni Game Park, R22 Sodwana Road, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960

What's nearby

  • Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve - 19 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 22 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 45 min drive - 27.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Umkhumbi Tree Top Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zulu Croc Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Phinda Game Drive Breakfast - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Thornwood

Upscale lodge in a regional park
Consider a stay at Thornwood and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a safari, and a nature reserve
  • Game drive on site, barbecue grills, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as private pools and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • 3 bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and kitchens

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Game drive
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Outdoor shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 750 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 750 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Thornwood Hotel Hluhluwe
Thornwood Hluhluwe
Thornwood Villa Hluhluwe
Thornwood Villa
Thornwood Lodge Hluhluwe
Thornwood Lodge
Thornwood Lodge
Thornwood Hluhluwe
Thornwood Lodge Hluhluwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Thornwood have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Thornwood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thornwood?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thornwood?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thornwood?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Thornwood located?

Situated in a regional park, this lodge is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve.

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Thornwood Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

This stay was the tonic for just what we needed. Spacious, quiet, very well equipped and clean. Our daily Angel allowed us to enjoy the sounds and sights of nature in peace. Apart from the load shedding, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Excellent stay - very spacious with many amenities. The feeling of living on your private smallholding. Tasteful decor in the bush makes for a luxurious family vacation. We woke up to warthogs having a drink of water near the wooden deck. Do follow the directions provided!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017