Hlosi Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
Hlosi Game Lodge offers all-inclusive, luxury family-friendly accommodation on a private, malaria-free game reserve in the Eastern Cape, featuring game drives and diverse wildlife.
Hlosi Game Lodge, located within a private, malaria-free game reserve in the Eastern Cape, provides an all-inclusive, luxury family-friendly experience. Perched on a hillside overlooking the Bushman’s River plain, the lodge offers a peaceful grassland retreat for an intimate safari, with opportunities to spot the Big Five.
The accommodation options blend comfort with exclusivity, including four luxury suites, two family suites, and eight luxury tents. The tented suites provide an authentic bush experience alongside modern amenities. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, and a bath.
Guests can enjoy a variety of on-site facilities, such as elegant dining areas, a lounge and library, a bar, and shaded verandas that offer views of the pool and nearby watering hole. A boma is available for traditional bush braais. A dedicated children’s program is offered daily, featuring a children’s lounge with games and books for younger guests.
Rates at Hlosi Game Lodge include two daily game drives—one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Please note that children under six years old are not permitted on adult game drives. Additional activities on the reserve include bush walks and bird/wildlife viewing.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Outdoor swimming pool Free!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Wellness
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
Guest reviews· 8.9/10 (114)
Hlosi Game Lodge consistently receives high praise from guests, many of whom describe their stays as wonderful and ideal, particularly for those seeking a quality game drive experience. A recurring sentiment highlights the lodge as a fantastic destination that significantly enhanced their holidays, with several reviews specifically commending it as an excellent choice for a family getaway and a superb introduction for first-time game reserve visitors.
Guests frequently laud the lodge for its beautiful game reserve and safari offerings, appreciating the tranquil and secluded atmosphere. Many find it a welcome alternative to more frequented reserves like Kruger, valuing the peaceful environment it provides. The presence of amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool and a spa and wellness center further contributes to the positive guest experience, enhancing relaxation and enjoyment beyond the safari activities.
While the overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, specific mentions of single-room air conditioning and hardwood or parquet floors suggest an appreciation for comfortable room features. Additionally, the availability of special diet menus upon request indicates the lodge's attentiveness to guest needs, further solidifying its reputation as a thoughtful and accommodating destination.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.2
- Staff
- 9.5
- Location
- 9.4
- Comfort
- 9.0
- Value for money
- 7.9
- Wi-Fi
- 9.2
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness centre
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast