Title: Thornybush Waterside Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Thornybush Waterside Lodge Luxury lodge with free breakfast and spa services ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361000/9360989/9d5b3edb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361000/9360989/29dd89f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361000/9360989/9d56d01d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite (11 & 12)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361000/9360989/76cfad28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361000/9360989/8a7cd7b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The African savannah awaits at Thornybush Waterside Lodge. Experience close wildlife encounters during game viewing, then unwind on the sun-drenched terrace with panoramic views. The spa offers rejuvenating treatments, including aromatherapy and manicure/pedicure services. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Pool - Breakfast included - Room service - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 2 - Nov. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 3 - Nov. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=9360989&PinnedHotelID=9360989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361000/9360989/11edd0dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bathtub and shower Private bathroom Bathrobes Free bottled water Minibar - 646 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Suite (11 & 12)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361000/9360989/76cfad28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite (11 & 12) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bathtub and shower Private bathroom Bathrobes Free bottled water Minibar - 1292 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBushbuckridge-Hotels-Thornybush-Waterside-Lodge.h9360989.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBushbuckridge-Hotels-Thornybush-Waterside-Lodge.h9360989.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-24.41088%2C31.16784&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WXeeDZwq_BZh1F4m3EzbZpPxz3w=) Thornybush Game Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380 #### What's nearby - Selati Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 3.4 km - Nyani Cultural Village - 46 min drive - 22.8 km - Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 48 min drive - 40.6 km - Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 55 min drive - 48.8 km #### Getting around - Hoedspruit (HDS) - 115 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Bush Pub & Inn - ‬23 min drive - ‪Kapama Southern Camp Restaurant - ‬41 min drive - ‪Boma - ‬38 min drive ## About this property ### Thornybush Waterside Lodge Luxury lodge in a national park Free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Thornybush Waterside Lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or aromatherapy. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and game drive on site - An elevator, a computer station, and 1 meeting room Room features All guestrooms at Thornybush Waterside Lodge offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries - Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Luxury Tent (Buffalo Camp)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14590000/14582000/14581969/97f54224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kapama Buffalo Camp Hoedspruit - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Free airport shuttle 10 Exceptional 38 reviews CA $2,038 CA $2,344 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=14581969&PinnedHotelID=14581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14590000/14581900/14581808/84753bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kapama River Lodge Hoedspruit - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Free airport shuttle 9.8 Exceptional 307 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=14581808&PinnedHotelID=14581808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222421/073ef215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Thornybush Game Lodge Hoedspruit - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - All-inclusive 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=2222421&PinnedHotelID=2222421&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 80 per stay) ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Game drive - Game viewing - Library - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Supervised activities for children ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### Business services - Business center - Computer station - Conference center - Meeting room ### Outdoors - In a national park - Terrace ### Spa - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions 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 ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for wireless internet in public areas: ZAR 80.00 per stay (rates may vary) 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### 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 Thornybush Waterside Lodge Hoedspruit Thornybush Waterside Hoedspruit Thornybush Waterside Thornybush Waterside Lodge Bushbuckridge Thornybush Waterside Bushbuckridge Lodge Thornybush Waterside Lodge Bushbuckridge Bushbuckridge Thornybush Waterside Lodge Lodge Thornybush Waterside Lodge Thornybush Waterside Lodge Thornybush Waterside Thornybush Waterside Lodge Lodge Thornybush Waterside Lodge Bushbuckridge Thornybush Waterside Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Thornybush Waterside Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Thornybush Waterside Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Thornybush Waterside Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Thornybush Waterside Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Thornybush Waterside Lodge? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Thornybush Waterside Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Thornybush Waterside Lodge located? > Situated in a national park, this luxury lodge is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Selati Nature Reserve and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Nyani Cultural Village. Mafunyani Cultural Village and Tintswalo Hospital are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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