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Shimungwe lodge

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A wooden deck with a circular hot tub, surrounded by trees and outdoor furniture. - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)
A dining area with a table set for six, a chandelier, and a television on the wall. - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door. - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)
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Consider a stay at Shimungwe lodge and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A neatly made bed with floral pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

Basic Double Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

DOUBLE BASIC

  • Sleeps 4

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A neatly made bed with floral pillows, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Thornybush Game Reserve is home to Shimungwe lodge. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Timbavati Private Nature Reserve and Selati Nature Reserve, while Mafunyani Cultural Village and Nyani Cultural Village are cultural highlights. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Thornybush Game Reserve travel guide
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Xilutsi Gate, Thornybush Game Reserve Orpen Road, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • A white pickup truck with a cheetah on its bed, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
    Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
    43 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Mafunyani Cultural Village
    6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    24 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Orpen Gate
    48 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    53 min drive - 27.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    23 min drive
  • Galito’s
    23 min drive
  • KFC
    22 min drive
  • Morula Lodge
    23 min drive
  • Gauta Fast Foods
    18 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

MastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: ZAR 330 per person, per night

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Shimungwe lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Shimungwe lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shimungwe lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shimungwe lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shimungwe lodge located?

Situated in Thornybush Game Reserve, this lodge is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mafunyani Cultural Village and within 9 mi (15 km) of Ehlanzeni Collage and Tintswalo Hospital. Acornhoek Plaza and Timbavati Private Nature Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Shimungwe lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025