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Mavela Game Lodge

5.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Lounge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

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Mavela Game Lodge, Manyoni private game reserve, D240, Jozini, KwaZulu-Natal, 3965
  • Zululand Rhino Reserve
    28 min drive
  • Manyoni Private Game Reserve
    42 min drive
  • Phinda Private Game Reserve
    67 min drive
  • Mkuze (MZQ)
    28 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar, desk

Luxury Tent

  • 122 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent

  • 122 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Mavela Game Lodge

All-inclusive tentalow with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this tentalow. Free continental breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Mavela Game Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in July 2021.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

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

During your stay at Mavela Game Lodge, you'll be close to Manyoni Private Game Reserve. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • 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 laundry facilities, a terrace, and Library
  • 7.5 mi (12 km) from Zululand Rhino Reserve and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Manyoni Private Game Reserve
Mavela Game Lodge is an all-inclusive tentalow. 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.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Mavela Game Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Jozini tentalow.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to noon. The tentalow hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Mavela Game Lodge has a restaurant on site.

All-inclusive details

This tentalow is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks, and beverages included

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free covered self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–noon
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Game/wildlife drives
  • Game/wildlife viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Library
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sunloungers
  • 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
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
  • Wheelchair-accessible dressing table height (centimetres): 120
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchairs available on site

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated guest rooms – July 2021
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Romance packages available
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Portable fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic bed

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea filters (reusable)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mavela Game Lodge

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Management fee: ZAR 150 per person, per night

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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, a security system, and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 3:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Property Registration Number 1981/001101/07

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mavela Game Lodge Jozini
Mavela Game Jozini
Mavela Game Lodge Jozini
Mavela Game Lodge Safari/Tentalow
Mavela Game Lodge Safari/Tentalow Jozini

Mavela Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful place on earth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation. Superb game viewing. Delicious food. Outstanding staff and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

katty

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le lodge est magnifique, le personnel très accueillant et vraiment aux petits soins. Les safaris splendides et le guide est vraiment au top. On a passé un séjour de rêve. Je recommande vivement le Mavela Game lodge très bien placé dans la réserve.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019