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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(7)
"Great lodge run by great people. Saw the big 5 in just one morning! The wildlife tours where exciting. The food was over the top!"
"Great lodge run by great people. Saw the big 5 in just one morning! The wildlife tours where exciting. The food was over the top!"
Anonymous traveller
The price is RM20,657
RM20,657
RM24,327 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
10/10
Exceptional
(5)
"Sunbirds Oasis Lodge exceeded all expectations. The attention to detail in both the accommodations and service is unmatched. The rooms are elegant yet comfortable, with breathtaking views that make you feel at one with nature. The meals were exceptional, generous, and expertly crafted with the vibrant local flavors. It was a memorable experience. Whether you’re looking for wilderness or a quiet retreat, this lodge offers it all. It’s an oasis of calm and luxury, and I can’t recommend it enough."
"Sunbirds Oasis Lodge exceeded all expectations. The attention to detail in both the accommodations and service is unmatched. The rooms are elegant yet comfortable, with breathtaking views that make you feel at one with nature. The meals were exceptional, generous, and expertly crafted with the vibrant local flavors. It was a memorable experience. Whether you’re looking for wilderness or a quiet retreat, this lodge offers it all. It’s an oasis of calm and luxury, and I can’t recommend it enough."Anonymous traveller
The price is RM650
RM650
RM748 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The price is RM3,161
RM3,161
RM3,733 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
10/10
Exceptional
(38)
"One of the best places I have ever stayed in many years of travel. "
"One of the best places I have ever stayed in many years of travel. "
Kelly
The price is RM6,550
RM6,550
RM7,532 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
10/10
Exceptional
(13)
"Wonderful place. We had an absolutely amazing stay, from start to finish. Saw every kind of animal and the guides and staff could not be faulted. The food was incredible as well, and nothing was too much trouble."
"Wonderful place. We had an absolutely amazing stay, from start to finish. Saw every kind of animal and the guides and staff could not be faulted. The food was incredible as well, and nothing was too much trouble."
Tim
The price is RM8,136
RM8,136
RM9,420 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(12)
"Only stayed one night coming back from our stay in Kruger but as soon as we got there we realised we should have booked for two. There are loads of things to do in the area that we were interested in and on site there were walks we could have taken surrounded by nature. The location is beautiful and even just outside the bedroom you see deer and a warthog or two. Marlon was a great host and very knowledgeable and the room was luxurious as was the bathroom that also had a choice of inside and...
"Only stayed one night coming back from our stay in Kruger but as soon as we got there we realised we should have booked for two. There are loads of things to do in the area that we were interested in and on site there were walks we could have taken surrounded by nature. The location is beautiful and even just outside the bedroom you see deer and a warthog or two. Marlon was a great host and very knowledgeable and the room was luxurious as was the bathroom that also had a choice of inside and...Samantha
The price is RM477
RM477
RM548 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
10/10
Exceptional
(2)
"Absolutely amazing, only stayed one night whilst visiting family and the staff and family are lovely. Food is amazing and plenty of it. Had a hyena and a giraffe outside our rooms during the night!"
"Absolutely amazing, only stayed one night whilst visiting family and the staff and family are lovely. Food is amazing and plenty of it. Had a hyena and a giraffe outside our rooms during the night!"Quinton
The price is RM802
RM802
RM922 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (26)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(26)
"Very nice stay"
"Very nice stay"Rolando
The price is RM472
RM472
RM548 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve5.0 star property
Hoedspruit
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(8)
"Great personalized attention for meals, drinks, activities. Amazing breakfast down by the river. Meals that are exceptional. Privacy of having your own chalet in the bush. This is exceptional value for money. "
"Great personalized attention for meals, drinks, activities. Amazing breakfast down by the river. Meals that are exceptional. Privacy of having your own chalet in the bush. This is exceptional value for money. "PAUL
The price is RM2,077
RM2,077
RM2,388 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(9)
"It was a good experience."
"It was a good experience."
Anonymous traveller
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(31)
"Awesome property and owners were exceptionally helpful and friendly!! Absolutely would stay there again!!!"
"Awesome property and owners were exceptionally helpful and friendly!! Absolutely would stay there again!!!"Rebecca
The price is RM518
RM518
RM741 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(9)
"A perfect place to do bush walks in the wildlife estate and game drives in the nearby reserves."
"A perfect place to do bush walks in the wildlife estate and game drives in the nearby reserves."
Sebastian
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
8.0/10
Very good
(1)
"The place is lovely and me and my lady enjoyed it. The only issue I had was the bed, it was not that comfortable, same goes to the pillows, they where big. Oh and board needs some attention because when you walk inside the tent your partner got to wake up because they squicky. But nevertheless I enjoyed it, even proposed and she said yes"
"The place is lovely and me and my lady enjoyed it. The only issue I had was the bed, it was not that comfortable, same goes to the pillows, they where big. Oh and board needs some attention because when you walk inside the tent your partner got to wake up because they squicky. But nevertheless I enjoyed it, even proposed and she said yes"Stanford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
10/10
Exceptional
(16)
"Simplesmente incrível !!! Melhor experiência de hotel na vida! Tudo muito acima das expectativas ! Compramos sistema all inclusive mas nem imaginamos os pratos serem escolhidos e parecia feito por chefs, o menu mudava todo dia porém podia pedir o que quisesse que faziam, sobre instalações tudo perfeito, limpo, organizado e pessoal super cordial, simpáticos e prestativos !!!
Nota 11 para o Safari e os 2 que dirigia e acompanhava pois fizeram tudo para que tivéssemos a melhor experiência e...
"Simplesmente incrível !!! Melhor experiência de hotel na vida! Tudo muito acima das expectativas ! Compramos sistema all inclusive mas nem imaginamos os pratos serem escolhidos e parecia feito por chefs, o menu mudava todo dia porém podia pedir o que quisesse que faziam, sobre instalações tudo perfeito, limpo, organizado e pessoal super cordial, simpáticos e prestativos !!!
Nota 11 para o Safari e os 2 que dirigia e acompanhava pois fizeram tudo para que tivéssemos a melhor experiência e...
Brayan
The price is RM13,945
RM13,945
RM16,037 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(6)
"Cannot find a single fault ….
Excellent comms. Great location. Superb food. Lovely room. Comfy bed. Gorgeous shower.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay again and recommend to others"
"Cannot find a single fault ….
Excellent comms. Great location. Superb food. Lovely room. Comfy bed. Gorgeous shower.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay again and recommend to others"Helen
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
10/10
Exceptional
(34)
"Very nice place to get away from it all and be in the bush. Close to Hoedspruit. "
"Very nice place to get away from it all and be in the bush. Close to Hoedspruit. "
Petrus
The price is RM708
RM708
RM815 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
10/10
Exceptional
(17)
"Excellent stay at Ukuthula lodge. Very warm greeting and delicious food! Great atmosphere too! We highly recommend! Thank you"
"Excellent stay at Ukuthula lodge. Very warm greeting and delicious food! Great atmosphere too! We highly recommend! Thank you"Jeremie
The price is RM662
RM662
RM761 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK
Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK4.0 star property
Bushbuckridge
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (176)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(176)
"I had a fantastic stay at Motswari. It’s so welcoming and the staff treats you like family or old friends visiting. The hotel is beautiful, the delicious breakfast overlooking the river and the dinner in the bush were unforgettable experiences. Guide and tracker team was also great, very friendly and knowledgeable. "
"I had a fantastic stay at Motswari. It’s so welcoming and the staff treats you like family or old friends visiting. The hotel is beautiful, the delicious breakfast overlooking the river and the dinner in the bush were unforgettable experiences. Guide and tracker team was also great, very friendly and knowledgeable. "Raphael
The price is RM3,921
RM3,921
RM4,831 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(30)
"Phenomenal property and staff and game drives. Food and rooms were excellent. "
"Phenomenal property and staff and game drives. Food and rooms were excellent. "SANDEV
The price is RM5,705
RM5,705
RM6,908 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
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Top Thornybush Game Reserve Hotel Reviews
AM Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"From the moment we arrived we were greeted with warm hospitality. Everyone was extremely warm and welcoming. The lodge was huge, beautifully decorated, whomever curated their guest’s experience deserves a standing ovation. The food was delicious, the game drive was fun and exciting. We highly recommend as the service and experience exceeded our expectations. "
Sunbirds Oasis Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"This place is absolutely stunning and much larger than I expected it to be. There are 3 large viewing decks so seeing animals at all hours of the day is easy. The staff are so friendly and surprised the guests with a dance and song after a boma dinner. Food also was amazing. "
Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Amazing staff and the food was terrific!"
Kapama River Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"Super welcoming, friendly and safe. Very attentive to details. "
Tshukudu Game Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"Great place with game drives "
Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp
10/10 Excellent
"The minute we arrived we were greeted by lovely staff and elephants at the pool. What followed was a once in a lifetime experience.
The positives - Beds are super comfy with electric blankets for those cold nights and a fan for the warm days. The food was AMAZING. I LOVED being seated with fellow safari mates and getting to know people from across the world even though we are total introverts. Our guide Leighton was brilliant, knowledgeable and an excellent driver. And the wildlife…. Wow. I still can’t believe we saw so many lions, leopards and cheetahs, not to mention everything else. Being birders we were worried that we would be ignored and never get a moment to identify a bird but Leighton balanced the needs of the guests so well and had an excellent knowledge of all animals.
The only downsides… when we arrived we were so hungry but because our flight was delayed we missed the afternoon safari and had to wait until everyone returned before we could access any food - a wait of 2 hours was really tough and no one explained what was happening. Highly recommend explaining the daily itinerary to people on arrival and having snacks available for purchase.
Loved the Couples shower but unfortunately not enough hot water for 2 people.
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More cheap stays in Thornybush Game Reserve
Mist of Gold
112 Giraffe Street Hoedspruit Limpopo
The price is RM180 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
RM180
RM207 total
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
Nyamankulu Guest Lodge
228KU Mambumbu, Thulamahashe Dingleydale Mpumalanga
The price is RM254 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
RM254
RM292 total
26 Dec - 27 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Asuite-Dream
244 Rotsvy Street Hoedspruit Limpopo
The price is RM327 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
RM327
RM327 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Wild Dog Guest Lodge
352 Kierrieklapper Road Hoedspruit Limpopo
The price is RM450 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
RM450
RM450 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Wild Olive Tree Camp
Orpen Road Bushbuckridge Mpumalanga
The price is RM634 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
RM634
RM729 total
24 Dec - 25 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (38 reviews)
Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris by Newmark
Timbavati Nature Reserve Bushbuckridge Bushbuckridge Mpumalanga
The price is RM2,110 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
RM2,110
RM2,747 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place for a stay in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Based on our traveller data, Sunbirds Oasis Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay. This lodge offers 2 bars and free breakfast. Other good options for your visit include Royal Malewane and Serondella Safari Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Thornybush Game Reserve has to offer?
444 on Taaibos Bush Villa: This holiday home rental outside of Thornybush Game Reserve is located in a rural location, and has an outdoor pool, a terrace and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities such as a fridge and an electric kettle can make your holiday run smoothly. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Thornybush Game Reserve.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Thornybush Game Reserve, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What's the best family accommodation in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Thornybush Game Lodge is a lodge with an outdoor pool and a free children's club, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your child-friendly holiday include Shumbalala Game Lodge and Waterbuck Game Lodge. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What's the best accommodation for an all-inclusive stay in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Serondella Safari Lodge is an all-inclusive lodge featuring 2 outdoor pools and a terrace, and a favourite with Expedia travellers. Other good options for your holiday include Thornybush Game Lodge and Monwana. See more all-inclusive resorts in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Royal Malewane is a top LGBTQ-friendly lodge, affiliated with IGLTA, and features a full-service spa and in-room fireplaces. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What's the best high-end place to stay in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Thornybush Game Lodge is a luxury lodge with a full-service spa and private balconies, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Monwana and Shumbalala Game Lodge are other upscale choices for your trip. Find more luxury hotels in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What's the best boutique-style hotel in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Jackalberry Lodge is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 7 guestrooms, free breakfast and free parking. See all boutique hotels in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What are some hotels with pools in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Sunbirds Oasis Lodge: Features 2 bars, an outdoor pool and a sauna. Royal Malewane and Serondella Safari Lodge are a couple of other choices that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What is the best spa hotel in Thornybush Game Reserve?
Sunbirds Oasis Lodge is a top spa hotel featuring an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Enjoy a body scrub, body treatment or massage at the on-site spa. Other popular spa hotels in Thornybush Game Reserve include Royal Malewane and Thornybush Game Lodge. See all spa hotels in Thornybush Game Reserve.
What is staying in Thornybush Game Reserve like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Thornybush Game Reserve has to offer, including the parks and restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its welcoming locals. In Thornybush Game Reserve, there are 13 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Thornybush Game Reserve.
What should I do while I'm visiting Thornybush Game Reserve?
A favourite place to visit is Selati Nature Reserve. You'll also find Kapama Private Nature Reserve and Timbavati Private Nature Reserve in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Thornybush Game Reserve guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Thornybush Game Reserve?
The hottest months are usually December and November, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 18°C. Average annual precipitation for Thornybush Game Reserve is 731 mm.
