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African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial lodge with 2 outdoor pools

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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Plumari Private Game Reserve; Doornhoek, Magaliesberg, Gauteng
  • Popular LocationCradle of Humankind46 min drive
  • Popular LocationTen Flags Theme Park61 min drive
  • Popular LocationMountain Sanctuary Park85 min drive
  • AirportJohannesburg (QRA-Rand)119 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Magaliesberg

In historical district.Stay at this Magaliesberg lodge and you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Mother of Mercy Shrine and Bekker Primary School. Bekker High School is within 20 miles (32 km) and Kgaswane Mountain Reserve is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mother of Mercy Shrine - 28 min drive
  • Bekker High School - 33 min drive
  • Cradle of Humankind - 46 min drive
  • Ten Flags Theme Park - 61 min drive
  • Mountain Sanctuary Park - 85 min drive

Getting around

  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Black Horse Brewery & Restaurant - 28 min drive
  • Melon Rouge Eatery and Art - 30 min drive
  • White Dog Taproom - 25 min drive
  • Meat & Eat Deli - 8 min drive
  • Mogallywood - 14 min drive

About this property

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

4-star Colonial lodge with 2 outdoor pools
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this lodge measures 3229 square feet (300 square meters) and includes a conference center. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Magaliesberg lodge.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 3229 sq ft of conference space
  • 300 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.

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

Askari Game Lodge Magaliesberg
Askari Game Lodge
Askari Game Magaliesberg
Askari Game
Askari Game Lodge Spa
Askari Game Lodge Spa
African Hills Safari & Spa
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Lodge
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Magaliesberg
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Lodge Magaliesberg

Frequently asked questions

How close is African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa to the airport?

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is 41.2 mi (70-min drive) away from the Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

As of May 6, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa on May 23, 2024 start from $164.49, excluding 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.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have an airport shuttle?

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers an airport shuttle.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offer free breakfast?

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have a pool?

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like garden views and al fresco dining.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features massages, aromatherapy, and body treatments.

How close is African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa to downtown Magaliesberg?

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is 7.5 mi away from Magaliesberg.

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James, Ascot

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Puleng

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excell. safari lodge just over an hr from Jo’burg
Really recommend this hotel. Has everything you need and more. Great for couples as well as families. Professional staff who work hard to give you the best service possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Tarryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One word “Amazing “ We will be back to this resort that pampered us all week, from the tours to the dining all top notch. The rangers that work with the animals and guides for the hikes are in love with their job and it shows. Can’t say enough about this place
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Les

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David, Manchester

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place! The highlight were the elephants that came to the water hole!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Itumeleng

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always an amazing stay
Our stay at this lodge is always amazing. The stuff is extremely friendly and professional. The actual grounds are super pretty. It's a calming environment. Our baby also loved it. Thank you to the restaurant staff always go the extra mile to make our baby happy. Only issue is the wifi, but it wasn't the end of the world. We actually appreciate the downtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Fantastic resort, super friendly and professional service. Loved every minute of our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022