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Bakubung Bush Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge in Pilanesberg National Park with spa and safari

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior detail
Lunch and dinner served, garden views
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages
Safari
VIP Access

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Children's club
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
The price is $297
includes taxes & fees
$255 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury King Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Luxury King Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive King Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Accessible Twin Room | Living area | 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Accessible Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard King Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard King Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Pilanesburg National Park, Pilanesberg National Park, North West, 0316

What's nearby

  • Pilanesberg National Park - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • The Valley of Waves - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Waterworld - 14 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Sun City Casino - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • The Gary Player Golf Course - 15 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 171 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Acacia Terrace Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Crystal Court - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shebeen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Bakubung Bush Lodge

Bakubung Bush Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Pilanesberg National Park. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights include 2 outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 100 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding, but may not be eligible for free breakfast
  • Children's club*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite extended parking
  • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*
  • Casino shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Trampoline
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Pool table
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Dining

Motswedi Bar - Overlooking the garden, this lobby lounge serves lunch and dinner.
Marula Grill Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Boma - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle and casino shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Bakubung
Bakubung Bush
Bakubung Bush Lodge
Bakubung Bush Lodge Pilanesberg National Park
Bakubung Bush Pilanesberg National Park
Bakubung Lodge
Bakubung Bush Hotel Pilanesberg National Park
Bakubung Bush Lodge Lodge
Bakubung Bush Lodge Pilanesberg National Park
Bakubung Bush Lodge Lodge Pilanesberg National Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Bakubung Bush Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bakubung Bush Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Bakubung Bush Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is parking offered on site at Bakubung Bush Lodge?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Parking spots may be limited. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Bakubung Bush Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bakubung Bush Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Bakubung Bush Lodge?
No, this lodge doesn't have a casino, but Sun City Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Bakubung Bush Lodge and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball, volleyball, and game viewing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Bakubung Bush Lodge also has spa services and a garden, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Bakubung Bush Lodge?
Yes, Motswedi Bar offers African cuisine and garden views.
Does Bakubung Bush Lodge have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Bakubung Bush Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Laura, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Safari Hotel
Amazing stay at Bakubung. Great value with half board and daily game drive included. Massage at the spa was first class.
Andrew, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great but expensive for the age of the property
Very nice stay at Bakubang, the buffet waz extensive. The room was very big and comfortable. The bush dinnet is higly reccomended. It is quite expensive for an older property. The elephants at the watering hole was a treat
Thomas Bonde, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best places to stay Pilansberg
Wonderful and peaceful hotel. I shall be returning. The rooms are excellent and the buffet is world class.
Sumaili Yves, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

MR C C D, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The staff let this place down. Attention to detail is poor. Listening skills also not great and there’s a general malaise.
Euan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Coenraad, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff on arrival, room needs some minor repairs but has a beautiful decor and view, VIP complimentary bottle o wine on arrival to room, excellent game drives, Francois amazing , excelllent food, loving and friendly front desk staff, loved it
shawn, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Safari experience was the ultimate. Food was great, staff was awesome. We’ll be back!
Keith, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

cesar, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice place to stay. Awesome safari tours included. I really liked the Braii evening in the bush with the traditional dancers.
Dion, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The facility is nice and the staff are friendly and helpful. This is a place geared for families and if that suits you, I don't believe you can do better. Food is buffet style with loads of selection or you can order from the menu.
Roger, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed the experience of sleeping so close to the animals. Game drives were exciting and very informative. We thoroughly enjoyed having Chu-Chu as our ranger on 2 of the drives. Thank you to all the amazing staff at Bakubang for making this such a delightful experience. We will be back!
Helena, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Ettiene, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Masa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great stay
Great stay great Value for money we went for half board with the game drive option and we had a blast
Reynold, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful relaxing trip with great game drives. Great value for money.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing 2 night at this relaxing lodge. Staff are lovely especially the reception staff and Rose in the restaurant. Great game drives did both morning and afternoon drives. Comfy beds spacious rooms Wi-Fi good felt quite sad to leave
Lynn, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Anastasia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I did not actually stay at Bakubung. I took two US tourists on safari, booking them into Bakubung, I stayed outside the park . My feedback was very good, the said everything was on point.
Stevie, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wendy, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Graham, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Glenda, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was my second time visiting and it continues to absolutely blow me away! Thank you so much to the incredibly amazing staff as well - what an honor.
Jordan, 2-night romance trip
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