In regional park.You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve. False Bay Park and Phinda Private Game Reserve are within 12 miles (20 km).
iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 20 min drive - 10.5 km
False Bay Park - 21 min drive - 15.3 km
Phinda Private Game Reserve - 25 min drive - 19.0 km
UMkhuze Game Reserve - 34 min drive - 34.1 km
Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 42 min drive - 38.1 km
Restaurants
Umkhumbi Tree Top Bar - 6 min drive
Zulu Croc Restaurant - 7 min drive
Phinda Game Drive Breakfast - 61 min drive
Steers - 13 min drive
About this property
Thornwood
Enjoy the safari at this 4-star Hluhluwe lodge
As a guest of Thornwood, you'll find an outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Thornwood. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.
1 guestroom or unit
Self-service laundry
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Pool or billiards table
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Air-conditioned accommodations at Thornwood offer safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 4-star lodge have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Zulu
Property amenities
Family friendly
Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Outdoor pool
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Ecotours
Game/wildlife drives
Outdoor pool
Safari
Spa services
Yoga classes
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Desk
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
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
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 and Mastercard.
We should mention
Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Property is also known as
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Thornwood Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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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!