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Bakubung Bush Lodge

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
$389
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

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Pilanesburg National Park, Pilanesberg National Park, North West, 0316
  • Place, Pilanesberg National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Valley of Waves
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Sun City Casino
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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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Standard King Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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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Standard Queen Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive King Suite

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Accessible Twin Room

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

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About this property

Bakubung Bush Lodge

4-star Pilanesberg National Park lodge with private balconies
Along with a full-service spa, this lodge has an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
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.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and enjoy recreation facilities including 2 outdoor tennis courts. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

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.
In addition to a full-service spa, Bakubung Bush Lodge features outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. The lodge offers a restaurant. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the lodge's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This family-friendly lodge also offers a children's pool, a fitness center, and spa services. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Bakubung Bush Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Motswedi Bar - Overlooking the garden, this lobby lounge serves lunch and dinner.
Marula Grill Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Boma - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Boma
  • Marula Grill Restaurant
  • Motswedi Bar

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

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

Reviews

Bakubung Bush Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 629 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 629 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 629 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 629 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 629 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Bakubung! The staff were all so friendly and accommodating. Our flight from Cape Town was delayed by several hours so we arrived at the lodge close to 10pm. Not only did they respond to my email quickly to reassure me that the late check-in would be no problem, but the receptionist quickly guided us to the restaurant as soon as we arrived, as the kitchen was closing and she wanted to make sure we had something to eat before bed. The chef was about to leave for the night, but she stayed to accommodate us. We were so grateful and assured her anything that was quick and easy to make would be perfectly fine with us, and not to trouble herself more than necessary. She asked if pizza was okay and we said that would be perfect. Well… she ended up making us a beautiful salad, a pizza, large bowls of pasta and a tray of desserts! Totally above and beyond all expectations and everything was delicious. The restaurant staff stayed to serve us as well and were very kind. We also happened to get a room upgrade, as the standard rooms were oversold which was a nice bonus. We are so grateful for everyone’s thoughtfulness and extra kindness and hospitality during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Henri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience staying at Bukubung Lodge. The staff are very friendly and the facilities are excellent. The only downside was the roads. Full of potholes and in poor condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally, White Gum Valley

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent in my opinion. The staff are happy and friendly. We were lucky on our afternoon game drives we saw lots of animals. The morning game drive was very quiet, probably due to the cold weather conditions. The buffet was well catered for. The room was very comfortable and spacious. I highly recommend this property. Thanks team, fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B, Douglasville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay. Our room was beautiful and they surprise us with an anniversary set up with wine and chocolate. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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