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Jackalberry Lodge

4.0 star property
All-inclusive hotel in Thornybush Game Reserve with safari and outdoor pool

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Experience the best of luxury and wilderness at Jackalberry Lodge, where guests can connect with nature through game and wildlife viewing. Begin your day with a delicious breakfast, unwind on the sun-drenched terrace or poolside loungers, and discover new stories in the library.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Honeymoon Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Thornybush Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Mafunyani Cultural Village - 31 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Nyani Cultural Village - 33 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Tintswalo Hospital - 34 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 39 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 56 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 9.9 miles/15.9 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Klaserie One Stop
  • Boma

About this property

Jackalberry Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Thornybush Game Reserve with a stay at Jackalberry Lodge. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a terrace and a garden.

All inclusive

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic beverages included

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
LOB_HOTELS

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for ZAR 50.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 736 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs ZAR 736 (one-way)

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Per property policy, children under 6 years old are not permitted on game drives.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Jackalberry Hoedspruit
Jackalberry Lodge
Jackalberry Lodge Hoedspruit
Jackalberry Lodge South Africa/Thornybush Private Game Reserve
Jackalberry Lodge Hotel
Jackalberry Lodge Hoedspruit
Jackalberry Lodge Hotel Hoedspruit
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Jackalberry Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Jackalberry Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Jackalberry Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Jackalberry Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 736 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Jackalberry Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Jackalberry Lodge and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Jackalberry Lodge includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Jackalberry Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Jackalberry Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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Jackalberry Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

6-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

8/10

They suggested what tip we should leave each person which was far beyond a tip, more like paying the staffs wages. Made our stay uneasy
2-night trip

10/10

Achei muito bom, tudo de ótima qualidade, serviço impecável! Volterei com certeza!
2-night trip

10/10

A fabulous place to stay... We saw the big 5 on our first game drive. Truly amazing. Seeing the animals was incredible, but the staff and the lodge made the trip very special.
3-night trip

10/10

C'est un lieux extraordinaire en plein bush, un endroit d'une sérénité absolue au milieu de cette nature qui elle ne s’arrête jamais. Les lodges sont équipés d’immenses baies vitrées et donnent l'impression de vivre dehors en permanence. La nourriture est délicieuse et variée. L'accueil et les attentions de l’équipe sont un délice quotidien. Pour exemple, nous avons trouvé chaque soir sur le lit de nos enfants (6 et 12 ans) un conte africain a leur raconter avant d'aller dormir. Willie notre ranger (un amoureux éperdu de la nature) et John notre traqueur (l'homme qui voit tout et qui ne renonce jamais) on fait de nos safaris une succession de découvertes et de rencontres avec des animaux de tout poils. Cet endroit, les hommes et les animaux qui y vivent sont vraiment MON COUP DE COEUR SUD AFRICAIN!!!

10/10

Wir würden jedem einen Aufenthalt in der Jackalberry Lodge empfehlen! Wir haben zwei Nächte dort verbracht und waren begeistert. Insgesamt gibt es dort nur 7 Lodges was zu einer extrem familiären Stimmung beiträgt. Als wir dort waren, waren neben uns nur noch ein weiteres Paar in dem Hotel. Der Service ist nahezu perfekt. Vom Empfang bis zur Abreise können wir nichts kritisieren. Die Zimmer/Lodges sind extrem geschmackvoll eingerichtet und bieten alles was man braucht. Ab und zu haben kleine Tiere es geschafft sich in unser Zimmer zu schleichen (vor allem kleine Frösche), doch man muss bedenken, dass man mitten in der Wildnis ist. Das andere Paar hatte keine Tiere im Zimmer. Das Essen, welches serviert wurde war exzellent! Am ersten Abend gab es ein romantisches Dinner auf einer kleinen Terrassen im hoteleigenen Garten und am zweiten wurde gemeinsam am Lagerfeuer gegessen. Täglich wurden zwei Safaris je ca. 3 Stunden angeboten. Schon nach der zweiten hatten wir die kompletten Big Five gesehen. Wir waren mit Ranger Brad und Tracker Timber unterwegs. Beide haben jahrelange Erfahrung in dem Gebiet und wussten genau wo, welches Tier zu finden war. Wir haben uns zu jeder Zeit absolut sicher gefühlt! Es gibt wirklich keinerlei Kritik die uns zu diesem wundervollen Ort einfällt. Wir würden sofort ein zweites Mal gehen.

10/10

Excellent ranger Reece and his tracker John, in the 3 days we were there we saw all the Big Five and more, great food except too much sugar used in the cooking, exceptional staff tending to your every need. Would highly recommend.

8/10

Excellent accueil, bon safari, mais pas assez de protection pour empecher les animaux de venir près des cases. Bon repas servi autour d'un feu ou sous l'auvant. Les rangers pour le safari sont excellents

8/10

10/10

My wife and I stayed two nights at this lodge on our honeymoon. We had a great time. They set up a nice private dinner the night we arrived. The next morning they gave us a private game tour. I was very pleased with their thoughtfulness. The guides do a great job of communicating with our guides and trackers in the reserve to ensure you get to see all the animals (especially the Big Five). The staff and guides are all friendly and excellent. I would highly recommend this lodge and look forward to returning.