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Thunzi Bush Lodge

4.0 star property
Lodge with free parking, in the vicinity of Maitland Beach

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Travelers find a quiet retreat at Thunzi Bush Lodge near Maitland Beach, offering manicures and massages at the spa. Enjoy rowing, horseback riding, and fishing, plus practical amenities like in-room WiFi and an outdoor pool with sun loungers.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Valley View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Valley View

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Valley View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Valley View

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
  • 95 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Honeymoon Tent | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Honeymoon Tent

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 50 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Maitland Rd, Colleen Glen, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6017

What's nearby

  • Maitland Nature Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Island Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Baywest Mall - 15 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Kragga Kamma Game Park - 24 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 26 min drive - 22.3 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Javali Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Barnacles - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dizzy dolphin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Elephant walk - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lapaside @ Open Sky - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Thunzi Bush Lodge

Upscale lodge near Maitland Beach
Located close to Seaview Lookout, Thunzi Bush Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas, and indulge in a facial, a manicure/pedicure, or aromatherapy. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking, rowing/canoeing, and fishing. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a nature reserve, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: ZAR 1000 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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

Thunzi
Thunzi Bush
Thunzi Bush Lodge
Thunzi Bush Lodge Port Elizabeth
Thunzi Bush Port Elizabeth
Thunzi Lodge
Thunzi Bush Lodge Lodge
Thunzi Bush Lodge Gqeberha
Thunzi Bush Lodge Lodge Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

Does Thunzi Bush Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Thunzi Bush Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of ZAR 1000 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunzi Bush Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thunzi Bush Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thunzi Bush Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this spa lodge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Maitland Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Seaview Lookout and Kragga Kamma Game Park. Baywest Mall is 10.7 mi (17.1 km) away.

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