Thornwood

4.0 star property

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering ) | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace
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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering ) | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Site 11, Kuleni Game Park, R22 Sodwana Road, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Cape Vidal
    ‪167 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Self- Catering )

  • 1000 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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About this property

Thornwood

Colonial lodge with spa services and outdoor pool
This lodge features an outdoor pool, spa services and free use of bicycles. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are on-site.
Air-conditioned accommodation at Thornwood offers private pools and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Accommodation at this 4-star lodge has kitchens with microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2023.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and enjoy recreation facilities including complimentary bicycles. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Thornwood features free WiFi in public areas and self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • 6.5 miles (10.4 km) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 9.4 miles (15.1 km) from Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve
Thornwood offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Thornwood. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Hluhluwe lodge.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Game drive
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Outdoor shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Thornwood

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 750 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 750 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after 8:30 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. The host will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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Thornwood Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was the tonic for just what we needed. Spacious, quiet, very well equipped and clean. Our daily Angel allowed us to enjoy the sounds and sights of nature in peace. Apart from the load shedding, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

10/10 Excellent

FLIGHTCENTRE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

h

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An unforgettable stay!
Excellent stay - very spacious with many amenities. The feeling of living on your private smallholding. Tasteful decor in the bush makes for a luxurious family vacation. We woke up to warthogs having a drink of water near the wooden deck. Do follow the directions provided!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018