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Overview of Thanda Safari

Thanda Safari

4.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge in Hluhluwe with spa and outdoor pool

9.2/10 Superb

29 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free parking
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
The price is CA $683
Price available on 07/03/2022
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D242 Off The N2, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960
Main amenities
  • Restaurant and pool bar
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
For families
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking
Cleaning & safety
  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Hand sanitizer provided
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Social distancing

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About this area

What's nearby

  • Phinda Private Game Reserve - 19 min drive
  • Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park - 43 min drive
  • ISimangaliso Wetland Park - 60 min drive

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
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About this property

Thanda Safari

A great choice for a stay in Hluhluwe, Thanda Safari features an airport shuttle. Guests can be pampered with deep-tissue massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights at this upscale lodge include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a sauna. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All-inclusive

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
Property is disinfected with electrostatic spray
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Reservations are required for the use of certain onsite facilities
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At a glance

Hotel size

  • 25 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2 PM - 7:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age - 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

  • Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Wildlife and game drive
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Zulu

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

More

  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

All-inclusive

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included

Spa

Thanda Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 4363.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; the property is cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic spray.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas; reservations are required for some onsite facilities.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global).

Policies

Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children. Please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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Overall score and ratings

9.2

Superb

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.7/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
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8/10 Very good

Great game drives with knowledgeable driver and tracker. The Food was excellent. The tents were adventurous and different in a good way. The bathroom was tired and need some upgrading. Very comfortable beds.
Birgit, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Safari Heaven
The hospitality of this establishment was absolutely incredible. The staff go out of their way to assist you and they are genuinely interested in ensuring that you have the best stay ever. The tented camp has all the luxuries one would need and the food is amazing. The rate is full board including game drives. Bheki and Sabelo really went out of their way to ensure that your safari is one to remember. Their knowledge of the bush is fantastic and they have a great rapport with each other... chatting about every animal and bird they come across as we move through the bush. Joe is a gem at the bar and dinner and makes sure that you are well taken care of. Wish I could stay a bit longer but I will definitely be back!
Ian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Tara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, amazing game drives, wonderful staff! We will definitely be back for another stay in the future.
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The poperty is in a beautiful area and is very well cared for
2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous property and exceptional service at every level. Many little added touches to really enhance the experience. Great value for the money. Food is high quality and well-prepared with local choices available. The facilities are 5 star, the safari experiences personalized and excellent. You cannot go wrong choosing this safari! There is no wi-fi in the tents, only at the main lodge, that was my only negative feedback.
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well worth it!!
This was one of the most amazing experiences we have had - top class service & accommodation. Game viewing was excellent & staff incredible!!!
Alwin, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Amazing place needs a revamp.
we stayed there expecting a high standard (based on the cost) and a large room (75sm) with wifi (based on the hotels.com site description), and we were disappointed with both the size of the room as well as lack of wifi, and the poor state of the bathroom. All staff were very nice and the location and the game drives were amazing. Food; breakfast great dinner just ok.
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