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LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge with free breakfast and conference center

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LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Restaurant
Reception
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Property grounds

Overview of LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Klein Bloemhof, Farm, Bethlehem, Free State, 9700
  • Popular LocationDihlabeng Mall41 min drive
  • Popular LocationBethlehem Medical Centre45 min drive
  • Popular LocationClarens Brewery66 min drive
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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Motan - ) LION

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Shri Khan) Tiger(MALE)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Simba LION

Simba LION

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Simona LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Nala LIONESS

Nala LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Rafik Tiger(MALE)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Malika LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Jengo) LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Kolwezi LIONESS

Kolwezi LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Micca LIONESS

Micca LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bakari Leopards (Male)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Jade) Tigress

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Laziz Tiger(MALE)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Motan) LION

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Tokkelos LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Mario) LION

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Shevar) Tiger(male)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Andi LIONESS

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Samson) LION

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Tulani Leopard (Female)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bela Tiger (Female)

Bela Tiger (Female)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Mafalda) Tigress

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Bethlehem

Located in Bethlehem, LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary is in the mountains. Drakensberg Mountains and Clarens Brewery are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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What's nearby

  • Dihlabeng Mall - 41 min drive
  • Bethlehem Medical Centre - 45 min drive
  • Clarens Brewery - 66 min drive
  • Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail - 67 min drive
  • Basotho Cultural Village - 80 min drive

About this property

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Lodge in the mountains, revitalized in 2022
Free continental breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary. Enjoy onsite activities like ecotours and hiking/biking. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and 2 meeting rooms
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths, and children's books
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and art supplies

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Free crib
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rug in room
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - November 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 7500 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
  • Laundry fee: ZAR 200 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January 01 to December 31

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

Lionsrock Bethlehem
Lionsrock Lodge
Lionsrock Lodge Bethlehem
Lionsrock
Lionsrock Lodge
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Lodge
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Bethlehem
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Lodge Bethlehem

Frequently asked questions

Does LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM– 8:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 500.

What time is check-out at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 7500 per vehicle applies.

Where is LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is 23.5 mi (37.9 km) from Drakensberg Mountains.

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Great atmosphere, good staff members
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place - and very nice staff - strongly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Divan, Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accommodation and wonderful overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unexpected treat!
Lovely family cabins, stunning views, and great food. It was a bonus being a wild cat sanctuary. Lovely play spaces for the kids too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good time
Good stay, only problem was our room was located far from the reception office and we had no wifi servide in room.

10/10 Excellent

Toshi , Bryanston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service
I never stayed in a lodge lie this, all, really all the staff were so friendly and helpful smiling all the time. I was also impressed of their way of thining toward animals, rescuing them from Europe and Australia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

JRBD, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and purpose of the facility
Amazing experience in a "big cat"'sanctuary. The purpose of the facility (to rehabilitate big cats in a natural environment) and the staff are exceptional. Not a luxurious resort but beautiful and best value for cost. Lionsrock is own by the NGO Four Paws which focuses on rehabilitating animals saved from zoos. A must "do" if in South Africa.
Steven, my game-drive driver
Rasputin the young tiger
Lioness sunning
Some of the bungalows available

10/10 Excellent

Sam and Geoff , Adelaide South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very underrated, amazing place!
We arrived thinking it was a private cat rescue place, how wrong could we have been! Lovely property, good food, great location and staff, what a great job they do there. If you're in any way an animal lover, this place is a must. Absolutely exceeded our expectations, stop being so humble guys you are underselling yourselves. Loved or stay there :)

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best choice around Bethlehem
And it is for a very good cause, too. This was our 2nd visit and we were just as happy as on the first. Great home cooking, too. Excellent value for money.