Title: Shimungwe lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Shimungwe lodge Relax around the firepit or by the pool after a day of exploring. A warm welcome awaits you with delicious breakfast options. ## Photo gallery for Shimungwe lodge ![Outdoor pool - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87900000/87890900/87890896/22a07998.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Double Room - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87900000/87890900/87890896/9d6a3145.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87900000/87890900/87890896/dd073e0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87900000/87890900/87890896/33705590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge - Shimungwe lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87900000/87890900/87890896/d3cdf1e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Shimungwe lodge, start your day with a continental breakfast and unwind by the firepit or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. With free WiFi, laundry facilities, and smoke-free premises, you'll feel right at home. Enjoy some fresh air on the terrace or relax amidst beautiful surroundings. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 18 - Jan. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 19 - Jan. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=87890896&PinnedHotelID=87890896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87900000/87890900/87890896/885cb69c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Pillow menu Down duvet Egyptian cotton linens Premium bedding Hair dryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom - River view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Thornybush Game Reserve travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Thornybush-Game-Reserve.dx3000000200) [View more Lodges in Thornybush Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.ca/Thornybush-Game-Reserve-Lodges.d3000000200-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-24.55129%2C31.11412&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tcJGKapW1VPa5FkERwCv7YBVNmg=) Xilutsi Gate, Thornybush Game Reserve Orpen Road, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380 ### Getting around - Hoedspruit (HDS) - 75 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪KFC - ‬23 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬22 min drive - ‪Morula Lodge - ‬23 min drive - ‪Steers - ‬23 min drive - ‪Gauta Fast Foods - ‬18 min drive ## About this property ### Shimungwe lodge Upscale lodge At Shimungwe lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. Free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities are available to all guests. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Outdoor furniture and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Shimungwe lodge feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. More amenities include: - Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters - Rainfall showers, hair dryers, and shampoo - Wardrobes/closets, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121670000/121660500/121660413/914d0553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Toro River by Newmark Makalali Game Reserve - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=121660413&PinnedHotelID=121660413&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29310000/29304300/29304237/51132dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nyala Safari Lodge Hoedspruit - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $932 CA $1,072 total includes taxes & fees Jan 22 - Jan 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=29304237&PinnedHotelID=29304237&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517100/4517020/f4e44082.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park Hoedspruit - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 10 Exceptional 60 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=4517020&PinnedHotelID=4517020&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37060000/37057700/37057650/e3916a91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ivory Wilderness River Rock Lodge Bushbuckridge - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $1,027 CA $1,269 total includes taxes & fees Jan 24 - Jan 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=37057650&PinnedHotelID=37057650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17730000/17724800/17724760/a6ce0219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Muweti Bush Lodge Phalaborwa - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 30 reviews CA $705 CA $705 total includes taxes & fees Jan 20 - Jan 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=17724760&PinnedHotelID=17724760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48700000/48696600/48696523/bc2e121f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp Bushbuckridge - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=48696523&PinnedHotelID=48696523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 3:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Resort fee: ZAR 330 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Shimungwe lodge Lodge Shimungwe lodge Hoedspruit Shimungwe lodge Lodge Hoedspruit ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Shimungwe lodge have a pool? ### Is Shimungwe lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Shimungwe lodge? ### What time is check-out at Shimungwe lodge? ### Where is Shimungwe lodge located? ## Have a question? 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We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities All good ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Hope](https://www.expedia.ca/Hope-Hotels.d55327.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Motels Detroit](https://www.expedia.ca/Detroit-Motels.d178255-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Beach Hotel in North Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Bay-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d6134289-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Kapama River Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Kapama-River-Lodge.h14581808.Hotel-Information) > > [The Outpost & Pel's Post](https://www.expedia.ca/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-The-Outpost-Lodge.h912179.Hotel-Information) > > [Karongwe - River Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Karongwe-River-Lodge.h6412853.Hotel-Information) > > [Nobu Hotel Los Cabos](https://www.expedia.ca/Cabo-San-Lucas-Hotels-Nobu-Hotel-Los-Cabos.h33617448.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Coimbra](https://www.expedia.ca/Coimbra-Hotels.d6568.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Kapama Southern Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Kapama-Southern-Camp.h14581851.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Edmonton Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Edmonton-Downtown.h3882.Hotel-Information) > > [Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Saskatoon, SK](https://www.expedia.ca/Saskatoon-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h13671.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Québec City (YQB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yqb/winnipeg-to-quebec) > > [Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Miami (MIA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lax/mia/los-angeles-to-miami) > > [Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ord/las/chicago-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Deer Lake (YDF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ydf/toronto-to-deer-lake) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Long Beach (LGB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/lgb/vancouver-to-long-beach) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Regina (YQR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yqr/calgary-to-regina) > > [Flights from Fort McMurray (YMM) to Yellowknife (YZF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ymm/yzf/fort-mcmurray-to-yellowknife) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Mumbai (BOM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/bom/toronto-to-mumbai) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Birmingham (BHM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/bhm/saskatoon-to-birmingham) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Comox (YQQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yqq/toronto-to-comox) > > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to Schoenefeld (BER)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/ber/montreal-to-berlin) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Toronto.d178314.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Cruise ### Packages > [Queen's Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Queens-Park-Downtown-Toronto.d507164.Vacation-Attraction)