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Buffalo Tented Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge in Phalaborwa with free breakfast and restaurant

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Aerial view
Safari
Property grounds
Balcony
Interior entrance

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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About the area

Map
Letaba Runch Game Reserve, Rock Fig Lice. Office No-07. Hoedpsruit, Phalaborwa, Limpopo, 1390

Getting around

  • Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck) - 57 min drive

About this property

Buffalo Tented Lodge

Lodge in a national park
A free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Buffalo Tented Lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a firepit and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and multilingual staff
  • Secured bike storage, barbecues and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Buffalo Tented Lodge boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios and daily housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

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 ZAR 150 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 19 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR100 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 6 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 500 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 250 (one-way), (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of ZAR 150

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Seniors-only community.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the health club or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buffalo Tented Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buffalo Tented Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Tented Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Buffalo Tented Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Buffalo Tented Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 500 per person applies.

Where is Buffalo Tented Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this lodge is in the same region as Masorini Archaeological Site, Letaba Ranch Game Reserve and Phalaborwa Health Centre. Regional attractions also include President Kruger Park and Woyer Street Park.

Buffalo Tented Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There's nothing to dislike about the property, I've been in lodges before but the property of this lodge cannot be matched I liked it so much, just exquisite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great camp to stay in the bush
We had very good experience at the lodge. The best place for wild life experience. I enjoyed the meal and Safari Activities Very nice rustic bush lodge
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019