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LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

3.0 star property

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Bela Tiger (Female)
Property grounds
Gazebo
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

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Klein Bloemhof, Farm, Bethlehem, Free State, 9700
  • Frontier Inn Casino
    40 min drive
  • Dihlabeng Mall
    41 min drive
  • Clarens Brewery
    66 min drive

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Motan - ) LION

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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(Shri Khan) Tiger(MALE)

(Shri Khan) Tiger(MALE)

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Simba LION

Simba LION

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Simona LIONESS

Simona LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Nala LIONESS

Nala LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Rafik Tiger(MALE)

Rafik Tiger(MALE)

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Malika LIONESS

Malika LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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(Jengo) LIONESS

(Jengo) LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Kolwezi LIONESS | Living area

Kolwezi LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Micca LIONESS

Micca LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bakari Leopards (Male)

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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(Jade) Tigress

(Jade) Tigress

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Laziz Tiger(MALE)

Laziz Tiger(MALE)

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

(Motan) LION

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Tokkelos LIONESS

Tokkelos LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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(Mario) LION

(Mario) LION

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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(Shevar) Tiger(male)

(Shevar) Tiger(male)

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Andi LIONESS

Andi LIONESS

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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(Samson) LION

(Samson) LION

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Tulani Leopard (Female)

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bela Tiger (Female)

Bela Tiger (Female)

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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(Mafalda) Tigress

(Mafalda) Tigress

  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free airport shuttle
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5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (1)
The price is €50
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
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About this property

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Lodge in Bethlehem with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool
This lodge features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center.
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary offers 22 accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Features at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary include free breakfast, WiFi in public areas, and self parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a business center, 2 meeting rooms, and a conference center
  • Onsite recreation includes hiking/biking trails and a playground
  • 23.5 mi (37.9 km) from Drakensberg Mountains
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome for free (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary was completed in November 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bethlehem lodge.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary has a restaurant on site.
Room service is available.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self-parking on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property – November 2022
  • Romance packages available

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 7500 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
  • Laundry fee: ZAR 200 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open January 01 and close December 31.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information 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

Lionsrock Bethlehem
Lionsrock Lodge
Lionsrock Lodge Bethlehem
Lionsrock
Lionsrock Lodge
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Lodge
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Bethlehem
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Lodge Bethlehem

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Great atmosphere, good staff members
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place - and very nice staff - strongly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Divan, Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accommodation and wonderful overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unexpected treat!
Lovely family cabins, stunning views, and great food. It was a bonus being a wild cat sanctuary. Lovely play spaces for the kids too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good time
Good stay, only problem was our room was located far from the reception office and we had no wifi servide in room.

10/10 Excellent

Toshi , Bryanston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service
I never stayed in a lodge lie this, all, really all the staff were so friendly and helpful smiling all the time. I was also impressed of their way of thining toward animals, rescuing them from Europe and Australia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

JRBD, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and purpose of the facility
Amazing experience in a "big cat"'sanctuary. The purpose of the facility (to rehabilitate big cats in a natural environment) and the staff are exceptional. Not a luxurious resort but beautiful and best value for cost. Lionsrock is own by the NGO Four Paws which focuses on rehabilitating animals saved from zoos. A must "do" if in South Africa.

10/10 Excellent

Sam and Geoff , Adelaide South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very underrated, amazing place!
We arrived thinking it was a private cat rescue place, how wrong could we have been! Lovely property, good food, great location and staff, what a great job they do there. If you're in any way an animal lover, this place is a must. Absolutely exceeded our expectations, stop being so humble guys you are underselling yourselves. Loved or stay there :)

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best choice around Bethlehem
And it is for a very good cause, too. This was our 2nd visit and we were just as happy as on the first. Great home cooking, too. Excellent value for money.

10/10 Excellent

manu

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lodge for family
( ) the roam of lions Peaceful surroundings (-) 13km drive on unpaved road Middle of no where

10/10 Excellent

Owen hawkey, Middelburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Animal welfare
What wonderful work is being done to ensure the humane care of these abused predators. The staff were really excellent considering the fact that their resources are limited. We are sold on the place and intend to visit again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the people & the location in the wilderness.

8/10 Good

maki, bloemfontein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
lionsrock lodge
The place is wow, no complains. My family and I had a fabolous time. The only downfall is that the room was flooded but we were transfered to a more nicer room, quickly and with no hassles

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Preis und Leistung passen, alles gut. Personal sehr freundlich. Lage des Lodge sehr schön. Anfahrt über lange Schotterpistr
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Passamos 2 dias muito felizes. Funcionários solícitos, comodidades excelentes, confortáveis e um projeto incrível. Só temos a agradecer o carinho de todos e atenção. Recomendadíssimo!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes sicheres Zuhause für missbrauchte Tiere!!!
Die lodge hat eine super Lage und die Ausfahrt zu den "Katzen" war perfekt! Hier können sie in Ruhe leben ohne missbraucht zu werden!! Es war alles in allem ein sehr schöner u interessanter Aufenthalt! Wir sahen sogar Löwen aus einem Safaripark unserer Heimat die nach einem Überfall auf den Park nicht mehr erhalten werden konnten u gerettet wurden! Leider sind die Tiere aufgrund mangelnder Bewegung alle relativ dick:-(

6/10 Okay

joseph, nakskov

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
flot natur
jeg har bestilt værelse med 2 senge , fik kun 1 seng ellers var der flot

10/10 Excellent

Bernd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Projekt mit guten Unterkünften
Sehr guter Service man konnte seine Bestellung ins Zimmer,Pool oder im Restaurant einnehmen.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ein besonderes Erlebnis!
Ziemlich abseits gelegen mit Anreise über ca. 10 km unbefestigter Zufahrt. Erst einmal angekommen aber "einfach toll" - insbesondere die Geräuschkulisse mit Löwengebrüll im Hintergrund. Die sehr großflächige Anlage (Führungen per Jeep werden mehrmals täglich angeboten) gehört der Tierschutzorganisation "vier Pfoten" - jeder Aufenthalt dort trägt somit zum Erhalt der Anlage bei. Toller Service und sowohl ausgezeichnetes Frühstück, als auch tolles Abendessen. Ideal zum "entspannten Abtauchen" für einige Tage.

10/10 Excellent

Hugo, Nederland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
goed verblijf, goede organisatie
leuk verblijf, goede organisatie welke verwaasloosde leeuwen en tijgers opvangt en een goed verblijf verzorgd. Je wordt goed geholpen en geinformeerd, ook mooie omgeving. Als je er verblijft doe zeker een gamedrive daar

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine, Rhade (Deutschland)

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