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Thunzi Bush Lodge

4.0 star property
Lodge with free parking, in the vicinity of Maitland Beach

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Escape to a secluded log cabin nestled in a lush forest, accessible via a wooden deck.
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Relax in a cozy room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and a potted plant, surrounded by nature-inspired artwork.
Relax in a serene outdoor setting with a hot tub under a pergola surrounded by lush greenery and a picnic table for socializing.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly landscape.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is S$291
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
  • 100 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Living area

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Valley View

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Fridge
  • 56 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Family Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
  • 95 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Valley View

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Honeymoon Tent

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 50 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Maitland Rd, Colleen Glen, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6017

What's nearby

  • Maitland Nature Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Maitland Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Seaview Lookout - 13 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Baywest Mall - 15 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Kragga Kamma Game Park - 24 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barnacles Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Eliphant Walk - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Open Sky Entertainment Park & Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Thunzi Bush Lodge

Upscale lodge near Maitland Beach
Located close to Seaview Lookout, Thunzi Bush Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas, and indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a deep-tissue massage or a body scrub. Enjoy on-site activities, such as hiking/biking, rowing/canoeing and fishing. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a nature reserve and barbecues
  • Luggage storage, laundry services and a front desk safe
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Deep-soaking baths, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Private gardens, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: ZAR 1000 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Thunzi
Thunzi Bush
Thunzi Bush Lodge
Thunzi Bush Lodge Port Elizabeth
Thunzi Bush Port Elizabeth
Thunzi Lodge
Thunzi Bush Lodge Lodge
Thunzi Bush Lodge Gqeberha
Thunzi Bush Lodge Lodge Gqeberha

Frequently asked questions

Does Thunzi Bush Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunzi Bush Lodge?

As of 23 Jul, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunzi Bush Lodge on 23 Aug, 2025 start from S$290.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Thunzi Bush Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet. There's a deposit of ZAR 1000 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Thunzi Bush Lodge?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunzi Bush Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thunzi Bush Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thunzi Bush Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this spa lodge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Maitland Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Seaview Lookout and Kragga Kamma Game Park. Baywest Mall is 10.7 mi (17.1 km) away.

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Thunzi Bush Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Wonderful stay. Loved to have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

6/10

Nice place, close to beach and pz, great game lodge near by However receptionist really poor, then late one night we had fright of life from security guard shining light through window
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10

Schöne Umgebung, Pool hat Reinigungsbedarf. Personal beschränkt sich aufs Nötigste.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10

Endroit superbe au calme totale. Idéale pour les amoureux de la nature. Chalet bien aménagé pour cuisiner soi-même.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10

Beautiful and peaceful place. The chalets was equipped with everything we needed, very clean and comfortable. The service we received was fantastic. Unfortunately the weather wasn't warm enough to sim in the pool, but the views and quietness made up for it, I wish I had stayed a little longer...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10

A beautiful place! Absolutely love staying here. Their pool is stunning and just so peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

Was a beautiful place to stay. Lodge was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

Geweldig ontvangst, super vriendelijk personeel, heel mooie en schone tent! Eigen badkamer én keuken! Heerlijk gegeten savonds, daarna heerlijk aan het water gezeten met kampvuur. Een hele leuke gezellige game drive gedaan in de ochtend. Genoten van onze ‘Steven Steven Steven’! Zo ontzettend jammer dat we er maar 1 nacht verbleven!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10

My wife and I went during quiet time (February), and I must say, this was the best place I've stayed in so far. The lodge we stayed in was huge, and but comfortable. Everything was so nice and neat. Amazing view right outside. Air conditioning and heating was available during the colder nights. Thunzi Bush Lodge is just one of those places you have to visit to fully experience how amazing it is. There is no wifi, which I would usually be upset about, but it gives you more time to spend with your loved one (or family). Thunzi Bush Lodge is a place I'll be returning to again. HANDS DOWN
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10

Absolute gem only 30mins outside of central PE! Such a treat to leave the hustle and bustle of life and escape to pure serenity and luxury! Beautifully constructed and well-thought out chalets. It took only one night to feel rejuvenated and relaxed! Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017