Ezulwini Game Lodges

5.0 star property
Riverfront tentalow in Balule Game Reserve with safari and outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Luxury Suite, River Lodge | Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, desk
Luxury Suite, River Lodge | Living area
Bar (on property)
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Pool bar
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
Feel at home
  • Sofa bed
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, River Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, River Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 80 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room, River Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Sofa bed
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, Billy's Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, Billy's Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Honeymoon Suite, Private Pool, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 125 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Ezulwini Game Lodges, Olifants, West Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Grietjie Game Reserve - 51 min drive
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 51 min drive
  • Phalaborwa Gate - 72 min drive
  • Jessica the Hippo - 75 min drive
  • Hans Merensky Golf Estate - 76 min drive

Getting around

  • Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck) - 64 min drive
  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 130 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Ezulwini Game Lodges

Ezulwini Game Lodges is a great choice for a stay in Balule Game Reserve. Guests can indulge in massages, and Mondsweni & Inyati serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious tentalow.

All inclusive

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

Food and beverages

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

Languages

English, French

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 15 cabins
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
  • 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

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The host will greet guests on arrival
  • 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

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas

Parking

  • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Art gallery on site
  • Spa services
  • Wine tasting room
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Sofa bed
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

Mondsweni & Inyati - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 616.75 per person (one-way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 10 and 12 costs ZAR 616.75 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Ezulwini Game Hoedspruit
Ezulwini Game Lodges Hoedspruit
Ezulwini Game Lodges Lodge Hoedspruit
Ezulwini Game Lodges Hoedspruit
Ezulwini Game Lodges Safari/Tentalow
Ezulwini Game Lodges Safari/Tentalow Hoedspruit
Ezulwini Game Lodges Hoedspruit
Ezulwini Game Lodges Safari/Tentalow
Ezulwini Game Lodges Safari/Tentalow Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Ezulwini Game Lodges?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Ezulwini Game Lodges?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ezulwini Game Lodges?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Ezulwini Game Lodges?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 616.75 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ezulwini Game Lodges?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Ezulwini Game Lodges and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the tentalow's other amenities, which include a fitness center and spa services. Ezulwini Game Lodges also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ezulwini Game Lodges?
Yes, Mondsweni & Inyati offers alfresco dining and garden views.
Does Ezulwini Game Lodges have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Ezulwini Game Lodges like?
Ezulwini Game Lodges is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Greater Kruger National Park.

Ezulwini Game Lodges Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Highlight of our Trip to South Africa
My daughter and I had the absolute privilege of staying at Ezulwini in August 2024. I first want to acknowledge the amazing and knowledgeable staff who absolutely made our stay. Ange and Craig make quite the team! Glory was accommodating, caring, and personable. While in the Bush, Craig and Shads combined their seemingly unlimited knowledge to answer all our non-stop questions. Even when the animals were feeling shy, Craig was able to teach us about something else within the ecosystem, and usually by the end of the lesson, Shads was able to use his eagle-eyes to track another animal. What really made this lodge stand out was the fact that their approach was respectful to the land on which they live, never exploitative. Each night before an absolutely delicious dinner, we were able to sit down with Ange and Craig who crafted a lesson about local history, the law of the reserves, or about the country of South Africa. The meaningful conversations absolutely made us feel like welcomed friends, rather than simple guests. Of course, it should go without saying, that the accommodations of the resort itself were stunning. The resort’s small number of guest rooms makes the experience feel personal and uniquely tailored to each guest, and the property, which often welcomes many four-legged guests, feels more like an extension of the bush rather than a separate space. I simply cannot recommend this lodge, this team, and this trip enough!
Kathleen, 3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

When you visit a place as a tourist and do not want to leave even though a new place awaits for you in your itinerary, then you know the place is a hit. Ezulwini River Lodge was an experience that you will carry throughout your life. The setup , the drives, the friendliness of the staff , everything was great. Nothing seemed over indulgent, but just perfect. Everyone tries hard to make you feel happy. I do not know if I will have an opportunity to be back. But if I do, I will not hesitate to come back.
Neel, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Short Safari Trip
Only had time for a 3 day (2 night) safari trip but Ezulwini made it completely worthwhile. They bent over backwards to accommodate any request and took care of every detail. The game driver and tracker were very friendly but also professional, we would recommend this lodge to anyone from kids to seniors.
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very good safari option
The friendliness and warmth of the staff was the highlight. They went out of their way to ensure a pleasant stay
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hard to get there on your own... but when you manage to reach the place... wow, Exceptional environment!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great Lodge
It was a great place to stay staff was professional and made our stay that much better.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in its class
I enjoyed my stay at Ezulwini very much. While it may not be an ultra luxury resort, it is very nice and well kept and provides a feel like you are among family (albeit in the middle of the bush). I went solo on a business trip and was treated great. Food was still brought for about ten people and it was fresh and very good. Sean, the manager, hung out having beers with me and discussed south Africa, and on another night showed us the beautiful wine cellar. That same night, a full barbecue with African song and dance was given by the employees and it seemed authentic and was great. Finally, the driver and tracker Lawrence and Conrad were unbelievable and really made the experience. They went above and beyond and I actually saw all big 5 on my first tour out. I stayed at the more modern and larger Billy's lodge but also took a ride over to River and you can't go wrong either way. I highly recommend Ezulwini for the value offered in that price range and would definitely return.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Fabulous Safari!
The 2x daily safari drives were incredible! The Guides, Tracker and Hostess made the stay extra special.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

do not recommend
The Lodge is very untaken care off, needs some restoration, way over prized. the best thing were Laurens the driver and Richard the tracker and Ruth and Glory who work in the restaurant. The whole experience of the lodge was very disappointing. I have been travelling around South Africa, Namibia and Botswana the last 7 years, and this was one of the worst places. Way too overpriced for how run down the place is. There are many places close bye that offer so much more. The photos are very misleading.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best Hotel I have ever stayed at
Lawrence, Lauren, Rex and Frans gave first class service 24/7. It is a luxury boutique safari experience with the needed rustic appeal.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Planned a safari and experienced MUCH more
Ezulwini was a wonderful experience. We stayed at both the River Lodge and Billy's Lodge -service and staff at both locations was outstanding, staff were attentive and genuinely pleasant. We planned our safari to enjoy the wonders of the Bush and ended being as delighted by ournLodge experience as we were the incredible surroundings.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Gute Safaris, ungepflegte Anlage, grausames Essen
Insgesamt lässt sich sagen, dass die Lodge etwas wenig gepflegt/gewartet ist. Das Grundstück ist naturbelassen, was sich einerseits sehr schön anhört aber in Realität nur ein verwildertes Grundstück ist und der Ausblick zum Fluss dadurch eher eingeschränkt ist. Hier fehlt einfach ein Gärtner, der eine gute Balance zwischen Gartenpflege und Natur findet. Die Pools waren verdreckt und trüb. Die Auflagen der Liegen waren schwarz vor Dreck, die Toiletten spülen einen Haufen meist nicht weg, die Lounge-Sessel im Foyer sind verschlissen und es gibt nichts blühendes fürs Auge. Man könnte der Meinung sein, dass diese Details nicht wichtig sind, da man vornehmlich zum Tiere anschauen die Game-Drives nutzen möchte, die 2x täglich um 05:30 und 16:00 Uhr stattfinden. Aber in der Zeit von 10:00 bis 16 Uhr ist man in der Lodge und ärgert sich über die ungepflegte Anlage und nicht existenten Service. Zu den Game-Drives würde ich sagen, dass diese durchweg gut waren und wir alle Big Five in 2 Tagen gesehen haben. Wirklich enttäuschend ist die Gastronomie und Service eher die Qualität einer südafrikanischen Bergwerkskantine. Fisch und Gemüse waren tiefgefroren, das Fleisch zäh und mit Fertigsauce und Mittags gab es Fertigpizza. Die meisten Gäste der Lodge kamen aus den USA, die den Aufenthalt bei Auktionen quasi Blind ersteigert haben und das Essen aus den Fastfood-Restaurants gewöhnt waren. Mein Tipp: Es gibt deutlich bessere Lodges zum halben Preis die bessere Gastgeber sind.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

GAME DRIVE SUPERBE
Très belle situation dans réserve privée. Chalet moderne, bien aménagé et propre. Ranger et Tracker très professionnel et passionné (le point fort). Repas ne correspondent pas à la catégorie Luxe : midi pas de choix et soir deux offres. Personnel à professionnaliser (tenue vestimentaire) pour justifier le prix. Comparé à d'autres lodges en réserve privée, ne justifie pas le prix demandé.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Dricks viktigt
Personal "krävde" dricks och de var inte nöjda även om de fick flera hundra kronor i dricks.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review