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Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village

3.0 star property
Hluhluwe lodge with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Outdoor pool
Nestled in a rural location, Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village offers an unforgettable getaway with a firepit, shopping on site, and an outdoor pool. Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant or grab a coffee from the cafe to sip by the garden. With free WiFi and multilingual staff available to assist you throughout your stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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About the neighborhood

Map
Lot H29, Bushlands Road, Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960

What's nearby

  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 28 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean On The Move - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village

Enjoy your visit to Hluhluwe with a stay at Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Zulu

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Shopping
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Firepit

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 175 to 175 for adults, and ZAR 43.75 to 131.25 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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

Also known as

Dumazulu
Dumazulu Lodge
Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village
Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village Hluhluwe
Dumazulu Traditional Village
Dumazulu Traditional Village Hluhluwe
Dumazulu Village
Dumazulu Lodge Traditional Village Hluhluwe
Dumazulu Lodge Traditional Village
Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge Traditional Village Hluhluwe
Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge Traditional Village
Gooderson Dumazulu Traditional Village Hluhluwe
Gooderson Dumazulu Traditional Village
Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village Lodge
Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village Hluhluwe
Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village Lodge Hluhluwe

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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Gooderson Dumazulu Lodge & Traditional Village Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10

The resort is very run down. The self-catering rooms were missing a lot of stuff and were very run down, but clean. was so bad we checked out after one night, but the resort was kind enough to refund us our two nights.
3-night trip

10/10

We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the personal Zulu village experience
1-night trip

8/10

It was average. The staff mixed up the booking. Then sorted it out. The place is rustic. Towels are a little old
1-night trip

10/10

It is an excellent lodge with a warm and friendly staff. They just need to pay special attention to a few minor but important details like ensuring that appliances like kettle is in good working condition and the tea station is placed in such a way that it is easily seen. The bathing towels are readily displayed at the first day of arrival of new guests. Otherwise, they exceeded my expectation with everything else at such a reasonably good price. They are a 5 star lodge.
4-night trip

2/10

1-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

10/10

5-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

Unfortunately we arrived too late for the crocodile and reptile viewings. Thry coe at 5pm. We also missed the traritional zulu dancing and handicraft demonstrations as they were only during the day. I am disappointed about that as it was the reason for going there. The huts are lovely, and the grounds very pretty, but the pool could use some cleaning.
1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

The staff was really friendly. We had breakfast and dinner included, both were buffettype and excellent.The room or little round house was nice. We complain of poor lights, kitchenlight was not working all the time and it was too dark to read (we are more than 60). The airconditioner was not working properly, but anyway somehow, the showerroom and toilet were ok, warm water, no bidet. Anyway, we liked the place. The friendliness of the staff helped a lot.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

Das Zimmer und speziell die Kücheneinrichtung waren leider nicht sauber. Speziell die Küchenschränke schienen mir schon seit Längerem nicht mehr gereinigt worden zu sein. Es lage Krümel uns Staub hierin. Ich habe darauf verzichtet Gläser oder Teller aus den Schränken zu benutzen. Auch der Pool war nicht sauber. Ich hatte diesen Umstand der Rezeption morgens mitgeteilt, mit dem Hinweis, dass ich den Pool gern am Nachmittag benutzen möchte. Leider wurde den Tag über nichts getan. Das Frühstück und Abendessen waren großzügig und lecker. Dieser Umstand ändert aber nichts am Gesamtergebnis " Nicht empfehlenswert ".
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Accueil très agréable et les cases zouloues sont extremement bien équipées. Très bonne situation qui permet de visiter le village culturel zoulou très interessant et aussi la reserve hululwe-umfolowzi magnifique. Le dîner et le petit déjeuner étaient excellents. Très bonne étape.