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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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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lunch and dinner served, garden views
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages
Lunch and dinner served, garden views
Garden

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Pilanesburg National Park, Pilanesberg National Park, North West, 0316
  • Place, The Valley of Waves
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, The Gary Player Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Sun City Casino
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Queen Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury King Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury King Suite

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

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Executive King Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive King Suite

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

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Accessible Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard King Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Pilanesberg National Park

In Pilanesberg National Park .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of The Valley of Waves and 9 miles (15 km) of Waterworld. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Sun City Casino and The Gary Player Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Pilanesberg National Park - 11 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • The Valley of Waves - 14 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • The Gary Player Golf Course - 15 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Sun City Casino - 15 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Segaetsho Cultural Village - 18 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 171 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabanas Pool Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Acacia Terrace Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Crystal Court - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪RocoMamas - ‬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 Pilanesberg National Park 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 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

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
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.

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 138.1 mi (171-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 Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bakubung Bush Lodge on Oct 5, 2025 start from $331.49, 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 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 (14-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 hot stone massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

How close is Bakubung Bush Lodge to downtown Pilanesberg National Park?

Bakubung Bush Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Ledig.

Bakubung Bush Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 624 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 624 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 624 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 624 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 624 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Salome E

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We lived the game drives and saw a lot of animals
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The set up of the lodge is like a center parcs style safari stay. It may be pricy but if you factor in the game drive and half board, it is actually quite reasonable. The safari trips were excellent with the driver/guide providing excellent knowledge. We absolutely loved the bush braai with African entertainment. The room was amazing with everything we asked for provided with plenty of space. Lovely swimming pool and the view of the watering hole is second to none.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the site as soon as you enter the Pilansberg park. Game rides were informative and we saw plenty of game.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Mariska, Benoni

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and services were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vajira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fun and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

CW

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best experiences ever!! Will come back and do it all again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richard, Stansbury

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
never stayed here so bad experience is all I can say
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Safari Hotel

Amazing stay at Bakubung. Great value with half board and daily game drive included. Massage at the spa was first class.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Bonde

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great but expensive for the age of the property

Very nice stay at Bakubang, the buffet waz extensive. The room was very big and comfortable. The bush dinnet is higly reccomended. It is quite expensive for an older property. The elephants at the watering hole was a treat
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sumaili Yves

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

MR C C D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff let this place down. Attention to detail is poor. Listening skills also not great and there’s a general malaise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coenraad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn, kodiak

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff on arrival, room needs some minor repairs but has a beautiful decor and view, VIP complimentary bottle o wine on arrival to room, excellent game drives, Francois amazing , excelllent food, loving and friendly front desk staff, loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safari experience was the ultimate. Food was great, staff was awesome. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cesar

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sam

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

The best 6 nights of my life - my first safari

Absolutely had the best week of my life. The safari game drives were superb with very knowledgeable rangers, the food was brilliant, the boma dinners & entertainment were incredible and I have been in a kind of stunned silence since I came home. I had a wheelchair accessible room - it was fine for me but some of the paths around the site are very steep. Made my acquaintances with one particular bush several times. The monkeys are hilarious at breakfast time when they start taking everything but I do appreciate that’s not meant to be entertainment & can be a nuisance for staff. I absolutely loved everyone & they even “valet parked” my powerchair for me when I got myself onto the safari trucks.
A gorgeous bird on one of the restaurant’s outside chairs
Roast meat and sides. Delicious food!
A view of the traditional dancers from my table at a Boma dinner
Two of many thieving monkeys. They were too clever.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay. Awesome safari tours included. I really liked the Braii evening in the bush with the traditional dancers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger, Cumming

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is nice and the staff are friendly and helpful. This is a place geared for families and if that suits you, I don't believe you can do better. Food is buffet style with loads of selection or you can order from the menu.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the experience of sleeping so close to the animals. Game drives were exciting and very informative. We thoroughly enjoyed having Chu-Chu as our ranger on 2 of the drives. Thank you to all the amazing staff at Bakubang for making this such a delightful experience. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ettiene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Masa

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024