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Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge

3.0 star property
Hluhluwe lodge with 2 outdoor pools and safari

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Bar (on property)
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Standard Double Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Barbecue grills
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Living room
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is CA $88
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2

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Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
2 bathrooms
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exterior
Bonamanzi Game Reserve
Pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
The price is CA $91
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Bonamanzi Game Reserve
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About the area

Map
Lot H99, Bushlands Road, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960

What's nearby

  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 15 min drive - 6.3 km
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 34 min drive - 19.1 km
  • False Bay Park - 35 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Phinda Private Game Reserve - 36 min drive - 27.5 km
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 73 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean On The Move - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge

When visiting Hluhluwe, Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge is a great choice to consider. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 2 outdoor pools

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 175 to 175 for adults, and ZAR 43.75 to 131.25 for children

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge like?
Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge is located a short 1-minute walk from Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve.

Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great experience. We saw a giraffe and some other wildlife in the yard. It was very comfortable for 6 people
Jackie, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Evan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay
Absolutely loved our stay! Will be back...
Paula, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved It
Great service, amazing surroundings. Game drives nearby were great.
David, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Awful
A great property is well situated in Bush a great connection with the nature where you can see some wild animals roaming freely from the entrance and u can also observe them from the deck the only disappointment was the cleanliness of the rooms and the toilet the Aircon was making a hell of noise however the breakfast is great and the staff too always willing to assist we were looking to do a game Drive in Hluhluwe Umfolozi Park within the Lodge but they were too pricey I think it’s just ripped off for a 3hours Drive they were asking R 2280 per person excluding conversation fees That’s too much a flight ticket return from Jobur to Cape Town can’t even cost u that much
Serge, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our lodge was very nice and the staff were excellent. The food on offer for both breakfast and dinner was very good with a nice mixed selection to choose from.
Stuart, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Giraffe Heaven
Was super chilled. We got to walk between zebras, impala, giraffes, loved it
Azz, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Maria, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Bushlands getaway
good food - very friendly staff - close to Game reserves
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good Concept
The raised wooden rooms are a fantastic concept but the decor is a bit dated.
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10/10 Exceptional

It wad a wonderfull experience. Hope to see a lion
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Rather Tired
The lodge was fine for the price.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Very nice stay
For a 3 stars, it is excellent. The site is very nice within a private game reserve. Just a little improvement can increase it to a better star rating. Very nice stay for surrounding visit of Umfolozi-Hluhluwe reserve. Breakfast are excellent. Dinner is not bad too. we have been 3 days. A large group arrived last day and it was too much people for the lodge facilities and personnel (has to be carefull on that).
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

An average lodge with average facilities but helpful staff and decent food.
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8/10 Very good

Real game lodge
Bungalow are nice and clean - while staying on a wild side. You have to drive about 3 km on a dirt road (quite passable by a compact car).Restaurant is good and staff is very friendly (but slow - which normal for SA). Walk-ways between bungalows and other buildings are elevated and easy to navigate. A nice youg family manages the property. Special perk is hundreds of antelopes (with many nayalas!), dozens of wild beast and zebras and a family of three giraffes in the natural environment of the large park around the lodge. The best part is that you can walk on your won - there is no predators in the park - a couple hours of trails and come close to all these beautiful animals. Staying 50 feet from father-giraff is a real thrill. If it is too much for you - you can see them from a comfortable observation deck.
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8/10 Very good

Isabelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Schöne Lodge
Hervorragender Service, insbesondere von der Küche. Das Essen sehr schmackhaft und gut. Die Einrichtung der Zimmer ist rustikal u nicht mehr so ganz neu. Der Aufenthalt war schön u entspannend.
Ilona, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Safari dag en nacht
Tot en met de giraf loopt door de tuin, antiloop voor de veranda, aapjes op het dak !
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Emplacement exceptionnel
vivre quelques jours au milieu des animaux fût une aventure fantastique; merci à tout le staff et particulièrement à David que je vous invite à connaître
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8/10 Very good

leuk, ook voor kinderen
Comfortabele lodge met veel privacy en veel te doen in de omgeving ook voor kinderen. Ontbijt en avondeten was uitgebreid en goed. Zou er zeker weer naar toe gaan.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

For lidt værdi for pengene
Opholdet levede ikke op til vores forventninger. Pris og kvalitet stemte ikke overens. Hytterne var meget nedslidte. Badeværelset var meget dårligt vedligeholdt og meget lidt renholdt. Om natten var badeværelset fyldt med karkelakker. De hyttefaciliteter som var angivet på Hotels.com stemte ikke overens med den hytte som vi fik. Som eksempel kan nævnes, der var ingen badekar, fjernsyn, safebox m.m. Den positive side af opholdet var den skønne natur og det venlige personale.
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8/10 Very good

Une bonne étape pour Hluluwe Reserve
Une bonne étape en plein bush ! Avec un peu de chance, vous croiserez une girafe dans le "jardin". L'accueil est excellent, les bungalows en bois sont simples mais jolis. Pour info : 5 km de dirt road, faisables en citadine à petite vitesse.
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4/10 Fair

Décevant
Avait le potentiel pour être un beau lodge mais les matériaux utilisés, la décoration, l'aménagement général sont ratés et en donne un résultat décevant. Prix très largement surfait. Par contre, le service était très bon.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelent location to visit the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi game park
The accommodation is recently refurbished and located in a beautiful small game park. We had a perfect stay and I would recommend staying here for a least couple of nights. The park organizes tours to the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi park (big 5) but also guided walks over the own game park (small game like zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, nyala). There is a viewing lounge where one can sit have a drink and watch the animals drinking. All the staff in the park are really friendly and nothing seems to be to much for them, thanks to all of them this has been an unforgettable short break holiday.
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8/10 Very good

Hotel agréable, cottages situés
Hotel agréable, cottages situés dans une forêt, donc très calme, et bien équipés. Le dîner était assez moyen. Cependant nous gardons un excellent souvenir de cette étape.
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