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Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
5.0 star property

Luxury lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

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Property amenity
Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Terrace/patio
Bathroom
Game drive

Overview of Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • All-inclusiveAll-inclusiveAll-inclusive

Check out the area

Map
Kruger National Park, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1350
  • Popular LocationSkukuza Golf Course8 min walk
  • Popular LocationPaul Kruger Gate26 min drive
  • Popular LocationKruger National Park26 min drive
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Room options

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Suite (Tinga)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 125 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Skukuza

Located in Skukuza, Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is near the airport and on a river. AM Spa Kruger and Skukuza Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kruger National Park and Greater Kruger National Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Skukuza Golf Course - 8 min walk
  • AM Spa Kruger - 13 min drive
  • Paul Kruger Gate - 26 min drive
  • Kruger National Park - 26 min drive
  • Londolozi Game Reserve - 94 min drive

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cattle Baron Skukuza - 13 min drive
  • Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - 14 min drive
  • Departing Soon Cafe - 14 min drive
  • Paul’s Pub - 170 min drive
  • One Life More - 6 min drive

About this property

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

Luxury boutique lodge by the river
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and game and wildlife viewing at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. Treat yourself to a facial, aromatherapy or a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Boma Dinner, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, multilingual staff and coffee/tea in reception
  • A water dispenser, meeting rooms and a vegetable garden
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as furnished patios and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • Composting, eco-friendly cleaning products and electric kettles

All-inclusive details

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

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic drinks included

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Boma Dinner

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Private in-room plunge pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (237 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2003
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Floor
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR122 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 145 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 374 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lion Sands Narina
Lion Sands Tinga
Lion Sands Tinga Narina
Lion Sands Tinga Narina Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga Narina Lodge
Tinga Lion Sands
Lion Sands Kruger National Park Lodge
Lion Sands Lodge
Lion Sands
Tinga Private Game Skukuza
Lion Sands River Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park Lion Sands River Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands River Lodge Kruger National Park
Lodge Lion Sands River Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands River
Lodge Lion Sands River Lodge
Lion Sands Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga Narina
Lion Sands River Lodge Kruger National Park
Lodge Lion Sands River Lodge Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park Lion Sands River Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands River Kruger National Park
Lion Sands River
Lodge Lion Sands River Lodge
Lion Sands Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga Narina
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga Narina
Lion Sands Kruger National Park
Lion Sands River Lodge
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Bushbuckridge
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Lion Sands Tinga Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Lion Sands Tinga Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this all-inclusive lodge is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Skukuza Golf Course and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Greater Kruger National Park. Kruger National Park and AM Spa Kruger are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wee Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great property! Enjoyed the views, the room facilities, common areas, etc. Guide and tracker were brilliant. Food is of a very high standard. Very impressed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reem

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trip to kruger
Amazing lodge. Amazing staff. Amazing rangers. Unforgettable trip. Highly recommend this lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matheus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place! There is absolutely nothing I would change about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Tinga Lodge. Probably one of the best properties I have stayed at. The airport was 5 mins away - extremely convenient. The room was massive, had all the amenities. The only thing I wasn't extremely happy about was the food. I think they could have done much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing in every way. From the accommodations to the food to the service it was an incredible time. Our guide Ben and tracker Collence for game drives were absolute rockstars and completely made the experience with their knowledge, talent and charming personalities. Worth every penny and would stay again in a second.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lodge was exquisite and service exceptional! The food was also amazing. My only complaint is the plunge pool for our room was in need of an update and should have been heated. We went on to stay at Ulusaba and found Lion Sands Reserve, Narina Lodge to be superior in accommodations, game drive experience, and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shawny, Columbia, MD, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Luxury Honeymoon
They took our last stop of our honeymoon and made it SPECTACULAR. They added little surprise perks that created unbelievable memories. If you are a couple looking for an amazing classic honeymoon experience with some unique twists - this is the place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

daniela, mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel, delicious food, friendly staff
The tinga lodge at lion sands look as if you took it out of an architectural digest magazine. the hotel is beautiful, the food was amazingly good, so creatively presented and its nice that the menu has various options so you will definitely find something you like. The rooms are very big, pretty and comfortable. The mini bar was included as well as all drinks, and they make sure you always have food or drinks with you. Our ranger and tracker were very very good. Our ranger Joe explained everything, it was very informative, we learned a lot. This is definitely a plus in this hotel. We went to another safari were the ranger did not explain much and it does make a huge difference. We got to see the big 5 many times, we got pretty close to the animals. It was a great experience. I would recommend this hotel for a honeymoon.
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Lobby
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we got very close to lions