Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge

Hotel in Makhanda with free breakfast and spa services

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Safari
Outdoor pool
Room
Dining
Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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ASSEGAAI BUSH, Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, 6140
  • Lalibela Game Reserve
  • Rhodes University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

-1 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Spaces

Luxury Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Makhanda

Located in Makhanda, Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge is in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lalibela Game Reserve and African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve, while Albany History Museum Complex and Albany Natural Science Museum are cultural highlights. Observatory Museum and Quin Sculpture Garden are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 32 min drive - 36.6 km
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 32 min drive - 36.6 km
  • St Andrew's College - 32 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Rhodes University - 32 min drive - 38.0 km
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 34 min drive - 19.6 km

About this property

Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge

Hotel in Makhanda with free breakfast and spa services
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. English breakfast is free. Additionally, spa services, 24-hour room service and concierge services are on-site.
Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with private plunge pools and MP3 docking stations. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include Swedish massages and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2 PM
Check out before 11 AM

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1375 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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

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

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

What time is check-in at Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 1375 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this boutique hotel is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Lalibela Game Reserve and 10.6 mi (17 km) from African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve. Bushman Sands Golf Club and 1820 Settlers National Monument are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great game drives

Our wonderful ranger David made our trip! He ensured that we saw lots of wonderful animals and was full of enthusiam — we could not have been happier! The main lodge and rooms are of a high standard and beautifully decorated, but the management and staff are in need of training. Everything is very slow.....s
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Stewart , Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Upmarket game lodhe

Best part of our stay were the game drives. Enough animals to see in a controlled environment. Food to a good standard with breakfasts being the standout. Staff were not up to what I expect from a 5 star property but did improve towards the end of the stay after a few words to the manager.

10/10 Excellent

Franz

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

Luxus PUR

Man kann es nicht in Worte fassen .....einfach SUPER......

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fabulous experience with superb hospitality

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent accommodation, Superb Game Drive

Luxury accommodation with great service and food. Game drives amazing with helpful and knowledgeable ranger. Just be aware that it can be cold on the early morning game dive but hot water bottles and poncho provided. On the game drives we saw Lions, elephants, Rhinos, Hippos, Buffalos and a Cheetah. Only negatives inconsistent Wi-Fi in room, minor repairs issues to external walkway and handrail in room.

8/10 Good

Nathalie , Mauritius

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

Nice Game resort with highly professional staff -

Nice game resort with highly professional staff. Lodge was nice and spacious but the different levels from the bathroom to the bedroom to the sitting area makes it challenging and hazardous if one has mobility problems (I nearly broke my neck stepping from the bathroom into the bedroom at night in the dark with the level change.) Also, a secured fireplace would have been a nice touch. Sheets were stained but bed very comfortable. Nice food and excellent all around personnel. A better view of the river or the forest would have added a special touch in our lodge. The safari itself was unbelievable with hot pouches waiting for us and wonderful ponchos. Very well organised program.

10/10 Excellent

lkt46, Boston, MA. US

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

A Bubble of Luxury

We enjoyed 5 days here with the most amazing game drives with Troy, our game warden and in between relaxed in the luxury of a small hotel of 10 private suite "huts". The staff and amenities are flawless and make each person feel like royalty. The attention to detail and anticipation of any need or wish is well thought out in advance and indicates the caliber of the service. Every single person was smiling and friendly without being stiff so made you feel immediately comfortable. After we left, we realized we had been living in a dream world of luxurious surroundings and service with the bonus of being extremely close to beautiful exotic animals every day.......a milestone experience!

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Scotland

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

Outstanding

From the staff to the situation of the lodge everything was fantastic. Would go back again.

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Sandy, Blaine, WA

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

Luxury in the Bush

This lodge goes all the way in customer service. You leave your car at the office and from that point you worry about nothing. You are transported back to the lodge by your personal guide and are treated to a luxurious experience from start to finish. You have your own personal butler and guide who will be at your service throughout your stay. The accommodations are 5 star and overlooking the water hole below your private deck and plunge pool. Your chef will provide you with some great meals and is more than willing to prepare whatever you desire. Matthew was nice enough to prepare a Banoffy pie for us on the day of our departure. We stayed there for 3 days at the end our 18 day vacation in South Africa and was a great way to unwind and relax before traveling back to Washington. You will enjoy 2 game drives per day. We had Jason and were very happy with the expert care provided and all the information he shared with us on the drives. We had some great game drives and will remember the experiences for years to come. Jason was able to get us close enough for some great pictures. In closing it was a wonderful experience at the end of Bill and Sandy's excellant adventures in South Africa.

10/10 Excellent

arun harnal

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

Great Safari Lodge

Excellent stay with a great location.Ranger was excellent Jakes.