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Gwahumbe Game & Spa

4.0 star property
Lodge in Mid Illovo with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine
Reception
Outdoor pool
Lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The price is AU$355
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
D368 Road, Mid Illovo, KwaZulu-Natal, 3750
  • Harbour
    65 min drive
  • Durban Botanical Gardens
    72 min drive
  • Durban International Convention Centre
    73 min drive
  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    45 min drive

Room options

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Riverbend Lodge | Living area

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Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

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Eagles Nest Lodge | Terrace/patio

Eagles Nest Lodge

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Heating
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds

Zebra Lodge

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Single Beds

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Serengeti

Serengeti

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Mid Illovo

At Gwahumbe Game & Spa you'll be in the vicinity of Ntshongweni Dam and Richmond Country Club. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, body treatments and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Boma, serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' club and Hot tub as well as access to a wildlife and game drive. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this 4-property class Mid Illovo lodge include Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park and Richmond Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Harbour - 65 min drive
  • University of KwaZulu-Natal - 72 min drive
  • Durban Botanical Gardens - 72 min drive
  • Durban International Convention Centre - 73 min drive
  • Florida Road - 75 min drive

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 83 min drive

About this property

Gwahumbe Game & Spa

Lodge in Mid Illovo with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
Gwahumbe Game & Spa offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, a children's club, and barbecue grills are also featured at Gwahumbe Game & Spa. Self parking is free.

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

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Kid's club
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Gwahumbe Game & Spa offers 9 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Memory foam beds feature down duvets. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 130 for adults and ZAR 65 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Boma

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Game drive
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Children's club
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 18

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 200 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 130.00 for adults and from ZAR 65.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 200 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Gwahumbe
Gwahumbe Game
Gwahumbe Game Hotel
Gwahumbe Game Hotel Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game Lodge Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game Lodge
Gwahumbe Game Spa
Gwahumbe Game & Spa Lodge
Gwahumbe Game & Spa Mid Illovo
Gwahumbe Game & Spa Lodge Mid Illovo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

Gwahumbe Game & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

As of 31 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gwahumbe Game & Spa on 5 Jan 2025 start from AU$355.07, including 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 parking available at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

Yep, Gwahumbe Game & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

The closest beach to Gwahumbe Game & Spa is Umkomaas Beach (34.2 km).

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa have a pool?

Gwahumbe Game & Spa has an outdoor pool.

What makes Gwahumbe Game & Spa a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gwahumbe Game & Spa.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Gwahumbe Game & Spa serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves African cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

Are pets allowed at Gwahumbe Game & Spa?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Gwahumbe Game & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Vicky

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great get away
Great get away, awesome good and service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, restful place to stay
This is a lovely place to stay for a refreshing rest and get away from it all. The room was beautifully decorated and comfortable, with delightful touches to make us feel welcome - for example, a welcome glass of sherry and fresh rusks. Upon leaving we were presented with bottles of cold water. Staff were extremely helpful and food was good. We would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heaven on Earth
A little piece of heaven on earth. Wonderful to have an experience of utmost luxury in the middle of nature xxx. Truly a blessing and left with awesome memories. Total tranquility and a venue to restore your soul, body and mind xxx
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Idyllic escape from the city
Gwahumbe is well maintained, the reception area is welcoming with lots of attention to detail, and check in was quick. We stayed at the Eagles Nest unit, which was perched on the top of a hill, where we enjoyed stunning views of the valley below, from the deck and the infinity pool. The unit was spacious, comfortable and immaculate, with 3 bedrooms and an upstairs loft, and 3 bathrooms. The rooms were well furnished with good quality bedding. The one bathroom had a bath, and the other 2 had walk in showers, but the water pressure in one of the showers was erratic. The kitchen was basic but functional and clean, and there was more than adequate tea/coffee provisions, with some yummy rusks to go with it. There is no tv in the unit, which the kids were not too happy about, but we really enjoyed the private boma, which gave us an opportunity to reconnect as a family without any other distractions. There is free WiFi at reception, and good cellphone coverage. Service is helpful and efficient. There are not many amenities at Gwahumbe, but the spa treatment was good, and we enjoyed the challenge of the 4x4 trails, and the walks on the game reserve, which gives you an opportunity to view the animals and the extensive birdlife from quite close. We love the fact that Gwahumbe lodge allows you to relax in complete privacy in a peaceful environment, unlike the highly commercialized busy resorts, that are buzzing with people and staff. Looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient and fantastic friendly staff
Conveniently situated to nearby wedding venue. Will definitely use Gwahumbe again.

8/10 Good

Krithieka, Pietermaritzburg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay let down by no clean water!

10/10 Excellent

Raeid, München

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wundervolle Umgebung.
Wir waren als Familie vor Ort und sind in einem Chalet untergekommen. Idyllisch, privacy, angenehm. Vielfältige Wanderwege und ein ganz privater Gamedrive. Wichtig hierbei ein 4x4 dringend zu empfehlen. Aber auch ohne den Drive sehenswert. Service vor allem ist damit der Empfang gemeint sind nicht 4-Sterne würdig. Unfreundlich und nicht wirklich welcoming. Schade.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017