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Bakubung Bush Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star lodge near The Valley of Waves

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Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages
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Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Pilanesburg National Park, Pilanesberg National Park, North West, 0316
  • Place, Pilanesberg National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Valley of Waves
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Sun City Casino
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard King Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Queen Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Luxury King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Executive King Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Accessible Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Pilanesberg National Park

Location.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this lodge, you'll find The Valley of Waves and The Gary Player Golf Course. Sun City Casino and Waterworld are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pilanesberg National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Valley of Waves - 15 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • The Gary Player Golf Course - 16 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Sun City Casino - 16 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Royal Bafokeng Stadium - 46 min drive - 24.1 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe Sun City - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casa Bella - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Acacia Terrace Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Ben's Bubble Tea - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cascades Lounge Bar - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Bakubung Bush Lodge

Family-friendly 4-star lodge near The Valley of Waves
Bakubung Bush Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. 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 available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Bakubung Bush Lodge. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star lodge.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Bakubung Bush Lodge offers 100 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children might not be eligible for free 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.

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

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

How close is Bakubung Bush Lodge to the airport?

Bakubung Bush Lodge is 136.9 mi (175-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bakubung Bush Lodge on Jun 21, 2026 start from $423, 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.

Does Bakubung Bush Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Bakubung Bush Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day for a charge.

Does Bakubung Bush Lodge offer free breakfast?

Bakubung Bush Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Bakubung Bush Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge, but Sun City Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bakubung Bush Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Bakubung Bush Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Bakubung Bush Lodge have a pool?

Bakubung Bush Lodge features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Bakubung Bush Lodge have a restaurant?

Bakubung Bush Lodge is home to Motswedi Bar, which features garden views.

Does Bakubung Bush Lodge have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features Swedish massages, body wraps, and body scrubs.

Bakubung Bush Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 675 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 675 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 675 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 675 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 675 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, friendly helpful staff, amazing food.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the whole family, always such a special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FILIMAO M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and great place for vacation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kabelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The restaurant staff was extremely friendly, food was great and a huge variety too. The game drives were also great. Very family oriented place, amazing playground for the little one and pool facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything on point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, the evening turn down service unexpected. The refreshments in the room were lovely. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. The buffet breakfast and dinner were superb with a good variety of fresh foods. The Boma braai was a unique and lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Annukka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mladen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was okay, the breakfast was okay too. The food in the evening was very bad, mostly the meat was cold and dry, chicken, fish, ribs, lam, all of them far beyond the criteria for this category and price. The barbecue which was organized in the bush was really poor too, food wise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa facilities were simple but the treatments were top class really relaxing and well priced. Beds were really comfortable the shower was large with a view of the pilansburg park. Rooms were luxurious and spacious. In room facilities were great with daily refresh of water, coffees, teas and biscuits etc... The included game drives were always entertaining and enjoyable Highly recommend my stay, it was a great getaway from city life. If 1 recommendation I can make would be to include more high protein vegetarian meals for the included dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Yoon Ten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice visit to Pilandesberg
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room clean but needs updating and maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place , great for the whole family !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great family holiday.

Absolutely loved our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is incredible, the food is incredible, clean, a lot to do and just all around good package
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mariska

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and services were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay. Our room was beautiful and they surprise us with an anniversary set up with wine and chocolate. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Reynold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay great Value for money we went for half board with the game drive option and we had a blast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DORIVAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Bakubung was absolutely wonderful and truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and kindness by an incredibly attentive and professional staff who made us feel at home throughout our entire stay. The hotel is beautifully maintained, very clean, and extremely well cared for: from the rooms to all the common areas. Everything was spotless and very comfortable. The food was also excellent, with great variety and quality. One of the highlights of our stay was, of course, the safaris. The guides were fantastic: knowledgeable, passionate, and clearly dedicated to making the experience special for every guest. We had incredible sightings, including leopards, lions, giraffes, zebras, impalas, rhinos and large herds of elephants with babies, which made the experience even more magical. We would also like to especially thank Donald at reception for his kindness and helpfulness, and the amazing safari guides Masechaba, Jafari, and Valbert, who made our game drives truly unforgettable. The hotel’s location, very close to the Pilanesberg National Park gate, makes everything even more convenient and allows you to fully enjoy the safari experience. Overall, it was an incredible stay and we would highly recommend Bakubung to anyone visiting Pilanesberg. We would love to come back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Henri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience staying at Bukubung Lodge. The staff are very friendly and the facilities are excellent. The only downside was the roads. Full of potholes and in poor condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, with really good structure. Delicious restaurant. Tours to see animals, were amazing. High recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and service highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sumaili Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024