Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

5.0 star property
5-star luxury lodge near Kruger National Park

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Kruger National Park, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1350
  • Place, Skukuza Golf Course
  • Place, Kruger National Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Paul Kruger Gate
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Skukuza (SZK)

Room options

Suite

  • 1346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Skukuza

On river.At this Skukuza lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Skukuza Golf Course and 6 miles (10 km) of AM Spa Kruger. Kruger National Park and Paul Kruger Gate are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • AM Spa Kruger - 19 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Kruger National Park - 32 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Paul Kruger Gate - 32 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Paul Kruger Statue - 32 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪3638 Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Paul’s Pub - ‬171 min drive
  • ‪One Life More - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

5-star luxury lodge near Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge 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.

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this lodge measures 237 square feet (22 square meters) and includes a conference center. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Lion Sands Tinga Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Skukuza lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 237 sq ft of conference space
  • 22 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2003
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with private plunge pools and free minibar items. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, rainfall showerheads, and hydromassage showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. 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 deep-tissue massages, facials, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Private plunge pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Safari

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

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property provides transfer service from Skukuza Airport (SZK) at no extra cost. Fees apply for transfers from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) and other airports.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children 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 128 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 160 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 450 per person, per night

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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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lion Sands Tinga Lodge to the airport?

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is 3.2 mi (21-min drive) away from the Skukuza (SZK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers a free airport shuttle, available from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offer free breakfast?

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Lion Sands Tinga Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge have a pool?

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lion Sands Tinga Lodge have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features deep-tissue massages, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is Lion Sands Tinga Lodge to downtown Skukuza?

Lion Sands Tinga Lodge is 1.7 mi away from Skukuza.