Makanyi Private Game Lodge
4.5 star property
Luxury lodge with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness center
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Popular amenities
- BarBar
- GymGym
- HousekeepingHousekeeping
- SpaSpa
- Breakfast includedBreakfast included
- PoolPool
Explore the area
Middle Road, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Mpumalanga, 1380
- Orpen Gate84 min drive
- Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate90 min drive
- Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre93 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Luxury Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed
Luxury Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Renovated in 2023
Ceiling fan
- 139 sq m
- Water view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Timbavati Game Reserve
Located in Timbavati Game Reserve, Makanyi Private Game Lodge is near the airport and in a national park. Jessica the Hippo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kruger National Park and Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. Blyde River Canyon is another place to visit that comes recommended.
What's nearby
- Greater Kruger National Park - 1 min walk
- Orpen Gate - 84 min drive
- Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 90 min drive
- Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 93 min drive
- Jessica the Hippo - 114 min drive
Getting around
- Hoedspruit (HDS) - 134 min drive
Restaurants
- Surprise Breakfast in the Ngala Bush - 111 min drive
About this property
Makanyi Private Game Lodge
Transformed luxury lodge in a national park, renovated in 2023
At Makanyi Private Game Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body wrap, or aromatherapy. In addition to a firepit and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
- An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
- Free self parking
- A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and massage treatment rooms
- A water dispenser, a gift shop, and helicopter/airplane tours
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
- Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
- Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and electric kettles
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free secured, covered self parking on site
- Limited onsite parking
- Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Airport shuttle on request
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
- 1 restaurant
- 1 bar
Things to do
- 24-hour fitness center
- Game/wildlife drives
- Game/wildlife viewing
- Helicopter/airplane tours
- Outdoor pool
- Safari
- Spa services
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- Gift shop/newsstand
- Library
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Change of towels (on request)
- Daily housekeeping
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Turndown service
- Wedding services
Outdoors
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Pool sun loungers
- Pool umbrellas
- Terrace
Spa
- Aromatherapy
- Body scrubs
- Body wraps
- Facials
- Massage - deep-tissue
- Massage - hot stone
- Massage/treatment rooms
- Treatment room
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- This property does not have elevators
- Area rugs in public areas
- Area rugs in room
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Smooth flooring in room
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Thin carpet in room
More
- Communal living room
- Couples dining
- Renovated entire property - April 2023
- Romance packages available
- Smoke-free property
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian dining options
- Water dispenser
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Air conditioning
- Bed sheets
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Ceiling fan
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Towels
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
- Free bottled water
- Free minibar
Outdoor space
- Deck or patio
More
- Desk
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Fireplace
- Individually decorated
- Individually furnished
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Phone
- Safe
- Slippers
- Turndown service
- Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2330 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Does Makanyi Private Game Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Makanyi Private Game Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Makanyi Private Game Lodge?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Makanyi Private Game Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Makanyi Private Game Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Makanyi Private Game Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–8:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 2330 per vehicle applies.
Where is Makanyi Private Game Lodge located?
Situated near the airport, this lodge is 31.6 mi (50.8 km) from Kruger National Park.
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