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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Upscale lodge

Consider a stay at Gwahumbe Game & Spa and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a deep-tissue massage, or a body scrub at Gwahumbe Spa, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Eagles Nest Lodge

  • Sleeps 8

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A double bed with a headboard, two bedside tables, a bench, and a chair.

Riverbend Lodge

  • Sleeps 6

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A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Serengeti

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Mid Illovo is home to Gwahumbe Game & Spa. Richmond Country Club and Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Richmond Shopping Centre. Visit our Mid Illovo travel guide
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D368 Road, Mid Illovo, KwaZulu-Natal, 3750

What's nearby

  • Epic Karting
    59 min drive - 42.5 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR)
    83 min drive

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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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 130 for adults and ZAR 65 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 440; reservation required

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Reception hall
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 6:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: ZAR 50 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 130.00 for adults and ZAR 65.00 for children
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 6:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 440

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gwahumbe Game & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM–6:30 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Gwahumbe Game & Spa located?

Situated in Mid Illovo, this spa lodge is within 32 mi (52 km) of Richmond Country Club, iDube Raceway, and Richmond Shopping Centre. Richmond Mosque is 30.6 mi (49.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Gwahumbe Game & Spa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and fantastic friendly staff

Conveniently situated to nearby wedding venue. Will definitely use Gwahumbe again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great get away

Great get away, awesome good and service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely, restful place to stay

This is a lovely place to stay for a refreshing rest and get away from it all. The room was beautifully decorated and comfortable, with delightful touches to make us feel welcome - for example, a welcome glass of sherry and fresh rusks. Upon leaving we were presented with bottles of cold water. Staff were extremely helpful and food was good. We would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heaven on Earth

A little piece of heaven on earth. Wonderful to have an experience of utmost luxury in the middle of nature xxx. Truly a blessing and left with awesome memories. Total tranquility and a venue to restore your soul, body and mind xxx
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Idyllic escape from the city

Gwahumbe is well maintained, the reception area is welcoming with lots of attention to detail, and check in was quick. We stayed at the Eagles Nest unit, which was perched on the top of a hill, where we enjoyed stunning views of the valley below, from the deck and the infinity pool. The unit was spacious, comfortable and immaculate, with 3 bedrooms and an upstairs loft, and 3 bathrooms. The rooms were well furnished with good quality bedding. The one bathroom had a bath, and the other 2 had walk in showers, but the water pressure in one of the showers was erratic. The kitchen was basic but functional and clean, and there was more than adequate tea/coffee provisions, with some yummy rusks to go with it. There is no tv in the unit, which the kids were not too happy about, but we really enjoyed the private boma, which gave us an opportunity to reconnect as a family without any other distractions. There is free WiFi at reception, and good cellphone coverage. Service is helpful and efficient. There are not many amenities at Gwahumbe, but the spa treatment was good, and we enjoyed the challenge of the 4x4 trails, and the walks on the game reserve, which gives you an opportunity to view the animals and the extensive birdlife from quite close. We love the fact that Gwahumbe lodge allows you to relax in complete privacy in a peaceful environment, unlike the highly commercialized busy resorts, that are buzzing with people and staff. Looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Raeid

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wundervolle Umgebung.

Wir waren als Familie vor Ort und sind in einem Chalet untergekommen. Idyllisch, privacy, angenehm. Vielfältige Wanderwege und ein ganz privater Gamedrive. Wichtig hierbei ein 4x4 dringend zu empfehlen. Aber auch ohne den Drive sehenswert. Service vor allem ist damit der Empfang gemeint sind nicht 4-Sterne würdig. Unfreundlich und nicht wirklich welcoming. Schade.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krithieka

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay let down by no clean water!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zoliswa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020