Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

5.0 star property
Luxurious adults-only lodge with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Luxury Safari Tent  | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Luxury Safari Tent  | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Luxury Safari Tent  | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Luxury Safari Tent  | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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Amakhala Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape
  • Place, Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari
  • Place, Lalibela Game Reserve
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury King/Twin Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury King Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Safari Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Paterson

In Paterson .You'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Lalibela Game Reserve and 25 miles (40 km) of Quin Sculpture Garden. Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari and Sundays River Dunes are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Lalibela Game Reserve - 38 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Sundays River Dunes - 52 min drive - 35.1 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 59 min drive - 47.0 miles
  • Rhodes University - 59 min drive - 47.9 miles
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 61 min drive - 36.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 73 min drive

About this property

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

Luxurious adults-only lodge with 2 outdoor pools
Some rates at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Paterson lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2012
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with private hot tubs and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Archery
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to take part in the afternoon game drive on their arrival day should check in before 2 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: ZAR 275 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3000 per vehicle (roundtrip)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2004/024354/07

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge
Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve Paterson
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve to the airport?

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve is 52.2 mi (73-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 3000 per vehicle, roundtrip.

Does Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offer free breakfast?

Yes, Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve have a pool?

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve to downtown Paterson?

Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve is 12.6 mi away from Paterson.