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Emdoneni Lodge
3.5 star property

Comfortable lodge with business centre and coffee shop/cafe

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Emdoneni Lodge

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Honeymoon Cottage, 1 Queen Bed | Exterior
Lounge
Basic Room | Garden view
Luxury Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast buffet

Overview of Emdoneni Lodge

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

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Map
District Road 123, Bushlands, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960
  • Popular LocationEmdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre19 min walk
  • Popular LocationiSimangaliso Wetland Park24 min drive
  • Popular LocationFalse Bay Park33 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Hluhluwe

Located in Hluhluwe, Emdoneni Lodge is in a rural area. Cape Vidal is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 19 min walk
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 24 min drive
  • Phinda Private Game Reserve - 30 min drive
  • False Bay Park - 33 min drive
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 57 min drive

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • Steers - 16 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean On The Move - 5 min drive
  • Steers - 5 min drive
  • Indigenus Kreasionz - 17 min drive
  • Lalapansi Restaurant - 19 min drive

About this property

Emdoneni Lodge

Family-friendly lodge in a rural location
You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Emdoneni Lodge. The on-site restaurant, Emdoneni Lodge, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, express check-out and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A front desk safe, wedding services and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Fridges, electric kettles and ceiling fans

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Emdoneni Lodge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ecotours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1993
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 500.00 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 300.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: ZAR 500.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 500.00 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 300.0 per day

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Emdoneni Animal Care Rehab Centre
Emdoneni Animal Care Rehab Centre Hluhluwe
Emdoneni Lodge Animal Care & Rehab Centre
Emdoneni Lodge Animal Care & Rehab Centre Hluhluwe
Emdoneni Lodge Cheetah Project Hluhluwe
Emdoneni Lodge Cheetah Project
Emdoneni Cheetah Project Hluhluwe
Emdoneni Cheetah Project
Emdoneni Lodge with Animal Care Rehab Centre
Emdoneni Lodge with Cheetah Project
Emdoneni Lodge Lodge
Emdoneni Lodge Hluhluwe
Emdoneni Lodge Lodge Hluhluwe
Emdoneni Lodge with Cheetah Project Spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Emdoneni Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Emdoneni Lodge?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emdoneni Lodge on 20 Apr 2024 start from ₹9,221.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Emdoneni Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Emdoneni Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Emdoneni Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 500.00.

What time is check-out at Emdoneni Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Emdoneni Lodge located?

This family-friendly Hluhluwe lodge is located in a rural location, 11.2 mi (18 km) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park and Phinda Private Game Reserve. False Bay Park and Zululand Rhino Reserve are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Emdoneni Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend getaway at Emdoneni Lodge
5 Star service excellence. The staff are all extremely helpful and only happy to assist. The rooms are clean and fully air conditioned which is much needed. The food is exquisite and well done to the chef. Wonderful experience to be up close and personal with the cheetahs and the various cat family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Arnaud

Liked: Cleanliness
Alright but not exceptional
THe rooms are ok -they could use a refurbishment but are fine. Beds not great. Lights are horrible. The food is really the main issue -tasteless buffet food. Breakfast is alright I guess but dinner to be avoided. The cheetah project is great though, so I would recommend doing it even if not staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
It was an okay stay. Nothing extra ordinary. Good for bush lovers. Not for individuals that love modern lifestyle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wim, Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice place in the middle of nature
arranged a business trip for one night and game drive in the morning, everyone was very excited about the whole program, the accommodation and the service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

Lyn, Mexico

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
False advertising of facilities
we could not touch the cheetahs as shown in their promo video. the other animals were scarce---4 cats , 1 caracol, 2 servals all behind bars---we went into the pen with the cats and could not touch. we are not allowed to see the bay cheetahs. Iffit is better for the cheetahs I am for it----JUST DO NOT ADVERTISE THAT TOUCHING IS ALLOWED.- IT WAS DISAPPOINTING and fraudulent! too much money for not enough. food was OK and staff was nice---just not what was advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Playing with the Cheetahs
A well managed establishment that pays attention to detail.

10/10 Excellent

John, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ingrid the host & the staff were simply wonderful
Rustic , comfortable & peaceful in the middle of nature.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The rooms were very well serviced and the locations is excellent for accessing that eastern coastline, Sodwana Bay, Richards Bay and St Lucia are all within an hours drive. The food is ok, it's all buffet style so some of it is dry/cold/stale. The WiFi was abysmally unreliable, it took about 30 mins to to purchase a birthday card online. The concierge/reception service was absolutely terrible. During check in she told us we could speak to her later on about tourist attractions in the area so we did "What are some of the best things to do in the area?", and the answer we got was "yes". So we probed a little deeper, "can we go whale watching?", answer "yes". "well where can we go whale watching?", "at the sea". It was painful, she took a long time to answer any question, only ever gave one word answers, and hardly looked up whilst talking.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Special Place - should be higher than 3 stars
Fantastic stay. We wish we has booked more than one night. We have stayed in '4 star' guesthouse son our trip that were not as good as Emdoneni. The food and drink was very good and excellent value. The staff were all very friendly and professional and it was no problem for them to organise a very special private tour of the cat project.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
first class lodge and staff
We stayed for 4 nights ,my lady and I had one room -double - and my the other room was occupied by her sister. Both rooms were the same and were first class. The pool area was good,the breakfast and dinner was first class.The lodge offers game drives and again these were first class.It was my lady's birthday and the staff made a cake and came out singing-wonderful.There is the cat conservancy next door which again is first class. The only down side was the Wifi. Tip drive down the road to the fuel stop and they have good and free wifi.I would stay at this lodge again and would recommend.