Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari

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Gondwana Lodge 1 | Terrace/patio
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa

Explore the area

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R62 between Montagu and Barrydale, Barrydale, Western Cape, 6720
  • Place, South Africa's Peace Pagoda
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Montagu Village Market
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Montagu Hot Springs
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Dwyka Tented Lodge 1

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Tilney Manor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Gondwana Lodge 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 614 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Barrydale

Barrydale retreat .At this Barrydale lodge, you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 20 miles (32 km) of Wilderbraam Berry Estate. South Africa's Peace Pagoda and Barrydale Labyrinth are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Montagu Museum - 44 min drive - 35.4 miles
  • Hick's Art Gallery - 45 min drive - 35.4 miles
  • South Africa's Peace Pagoda - 46 min drive - 33.9 miles
  • Montagu Village Market - 46 min drive - 35.8 miles
  • Montagu Hot Springs - 49 min drive - 37.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Joubert-Tradauw - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Akkerboom Farm Stall - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Karoo Saloon - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 floor
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2001
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages and facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee (May 01 - April 30): ZAR 190 per person, per night

We've listed 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
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open September 01 and close March 31.

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

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Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Lodge Barrydale
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sanbona Wildlife Reserve to the airport?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is 143 mi (198-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offer free breakfast?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offers free full breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have a pool?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve features an outdoor pool.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sanbona Wildlife Reserve have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials and deep-tissue massages.

How close is Sanbona Wildlife Reserve to downtown Barrydale?

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is 11.2 mi away from Barrydale.