The Best Hotels Closest to Thornybush Game Reserve in Greater Kruger National Park for 2025

Compare 234 hotels close to Thornybush Game Reserve with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

￥90,822 total

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Jul 20 - Jul 21

Baobab Suite at Waterside | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated

￥928,515 total

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Jul 27 - Jul 28

"5 Stars – An Unforgettable Stay at Sunbird Oasis Lodge We had the most incredible experience at Sunbird Oasis Lodge! From the moment we arrived, Tommy and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Their warmth, friendliness, and professionalism were truly exceptional. The facilities were absolutely amazing – beautifully maintained, with thoughtful touches that made our stay both relaxing and memorable. Our accommodation was wonderful: clean, spacious, and comfortable, with...

￥23,435 total

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Jul 28 - Jul 29

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5/5 Excellent

"The Best Experience Ever! We Felt Like Royalty! AM Lodge totally blew us away. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly special. The place itself is absolutely gorgeous. The rooms are super comfortable, beautifully designed, and tucked away in nature, which made it feel really peaceful and private. The safari was amazing!! It was personalized just for us, and our guides Sbu and Benjamin were so knowledgeable and fun. We got to see so many animals up close, and experienced some amazing sunrises and incredible sunsets. After the safari, we treated ourselves to a massage at the spa, and wow… it was heavenly. Super relaxing and exactly what we needed. The food deserves a huge shout-out too. Chef Anna is incredible! Every meal was delicious and beautifully presented. Honestly, some of the best food we’ve ever had while traveling. But the real star of the show was the service. Raydene and every single member of the team went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and comfortable. We’ve stayed in some great places before, but this was next level. If you’re thinking about booking a stay here…. do it. It’s worth every penny. We’ll never forget this experience!"

A verified traveler stayed at AM Lodge

Posted 1 month ago

5/5 Excellent

Relaxing stay with helpful friendly staff.

"Very relaxing stay with helpful friendly staff. Relatively convenient for Kruger although we drove through Kruger ourselves so didn’t use the lodges excursions but those who did spoke highly of them. Great to walk round the immediate area with sightings of giraffe, zebra, kudu, impala and wart hogs. "

A verified traveler stayed at Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

Posted 2 months ago

5/5 Excellent

"What a fantastic property right inside the game reserve with daily game drives to catch the big five. The food and service, including impeccable hospitality were the highlight of staying here. It’s a beautiful, luxurious modern property, right across the HDS airport. Highly recommend staying for atleast 2 nights ideally three! "

A verified traveler stayed at Kapama River Lodge

Posted 2 months ago

Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps - Mantobeni

5/5 Excellent

"This is an exceptional property in the Manyeleti Game Reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park. It is a magical place where Impala's roam the property and the elephants come to drink water from the pool. The "tents" are very nice with toilet facilities and showers and comfortable beds. The food was good, but the staff are the best! They do everything they can to meet your needs and wants. Everyday there are two game drives into the reserve where you can get very close to amazing game animals. The guides on these drives are very good at their jobs. Ours was named Brilliant and he truly was brilliant. He can find animals, birds and snakes at distance and at night in places I can barely see. He is amazing! We want to thank the staff for making our stay very special-Dan, Mavis, Trevor, Previous, Noa and other...and especially Brilliant!"

A verified traveler stayed at Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps - Mantobeni

Posted 3 months ago

1/5 Terrible

"Not value for money. Dinner was tasteless. Disturbing was to catch a worker at 07:30 the next morning hiding under our tent while we were bathing. The wooden floor has clear gaps to look through. When confronted he said he was there to fix a problem. Complained to the manager and she only replied "Sorry for that". No investigation or request to identify the worker. Internet is non-existent and lights are inadequate in the tent. "

A verified traveler stayed at Tshukudu Game Lodge

Posted 9 months ago

5/5 Excellent

"This was one of the most best travel expeirences i ever had. The Kapama Southern lodge is superb . The staff was amazing. the accommodations were perfect. The food options were plentiful. I recommend this property to everyone, and of of course the safari tours were better than expected with informal guides. "

A verified traveler stayed at Kapama Southern Camp

Posted 10 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Thornybush Game Reserve?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Thornybush Game Reserve, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travelers love the area for its magnificent mountain views, sightseeing, and major shopping area. You'll find 52 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Thornybush Game Reserve?

Tangala Safari Camp is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star tentalow offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1 mi (1.6 km) from Thornybush Game Reserve. Other good choices within 5 miles include Monwana and Kapama Karula.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Thornybush Game Reserve?

Expedia has 52 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Thornybush Game Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Thornybush Game Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Thornybush Game Reserve.

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AM Lodge

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

Kapama River Lodge

Honeyguide Tented Safari Camps - Mantobeni

Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp

Blyde River Canyon Lodge

Tshukudu Game Lodge

Kapama Southern Camp

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