Lot H99, Bushlands Road, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960
What's nearby
Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 15 min drive
iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 34 min drive
False Bay Park - 35 min drive
Phinda Private Game Reserve - 36 min drive
St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 73 min drive
Getting around
Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 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 cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site 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 bath and shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Food and drink
Fridge
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. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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.
Also known as
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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 on-site 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 on-site 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
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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
13 Dec 2022
It was a great experience. We saw a giraffe and some other wildlife in the yard. It was very comfortable for 6 people
Jackie
Jackie, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Nov 2021
Evan
Evan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Sep 2020
Lovely stay
Absolutely loved our stay! Will be back...
Paula
Paula, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2020
Loved It
Great service, amazing surroundings. Game drives nearby were great.
David
David, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good
27 Jan 2020
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
Serge, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2019
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
Stuart, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2019
Giraffe Heaven
Was super chilled. We got to walk between zebras, impala, giraffes, loved it
Azz
Azz, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2018
Maria
Maria, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun 2016
Bushlands getaway
good food - very friendly staff - close to Game reserves
Verified traveller
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8/10 Very good
10 Jan 2014
Good Concept
The raised wooden rooms are a fantastic concept but the decor is a bit dated.
HN Freese
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2014
It wad a wonderfull experience. Hope to see a lion
ntobeko sithole
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
1 Jan 2014
Rather Tired
The lodge was fine for the price.
Graham
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8/10 Very good
20 Oct 2013
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).
Yvan
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Nov 2012
An average lodge with average facilities but helpful staff and decent food.
Verified traveller
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8/10 Very good
28 Feb 2012
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.
Vladimir
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8/10 Very good
11 Aug 2022
Isabelle
Isabelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Feb 2020
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
Ilona, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
27 Dec 2013
Safari dag en nacht
Tot en met de giraf loopt door de tuin, antiloop voor de veranda, aapjes op het dak !
Verified traveller
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2013
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
Patrick et Nadia
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8/10 Very good
13 May 2013
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.
fam. GJ
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4/10 Fair
6 Mar 2013
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.
Verified traveller
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8/10 Very good
27 Jul 2012
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.
Lambert
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4/10 Fair
7 May 2012
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.
Ben
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2010
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.
Paul
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8/10 Very good
4 Jun 2009
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.