Nestled in the mountains, Garden Route Game Lodge is a serene oasis that offers game and wildlife viewing, a poolside bar, and hiking/biking trails. Unwind at the onsite spa with treatments like facials or explore ecotours nearby. With two restaurants offering kids' meals and high-speed WiFi throughout your stay.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Pool
Bar
Spa
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
Full-service spa
2 outdoor pools
Free supervised childcare
Indoor tennis court
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
Pool bar
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Feel at home (6)
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (surcharge)
Playground on site
Television
Garden
$267 nightly
The total price is $307
$307 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Showing 7 of 7 rooms
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Luxury Family Suite with Pool
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
834 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
52 sq ft
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Enjoy your visit to Albertinia with a stay at Garden Route Game Lodge. You can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and an indoor tennis court.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
At a glance
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Hotel size
42 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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 front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children
Babysitting*
Free supervised childcare
Children's club*
DONE
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 restaurants
3 bars/lounges
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Playground
Free supervised childcare/activities
Children's menu
What to do
Archery
Ecotours
Mountain biking
Safari
Wildlife viewing
Pool table
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Conference center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Built in 1999
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Indoor tennis courts
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 3000.00 per person (roundtrip)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Children's club access is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Also known as
Game Garden Route
Game Lodge Garden Route
Garden Route Game
Garden Route Game Lodge
Garden Route Lodge
Lodge Garden Route
Garden Route Game Hotel Albertina
Garden Route Game Lodge Lodge
Garden Route Game Lodge Albertinia
Garden Route Game Lodge Lodge Albertinia
Frequently asked questions
Does Garden Route Game Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Garden Route Game Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Garden Route Game Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Garden Route Game Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Garden Route Game Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Garden Route Game Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 3000.00 per person roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Garden Route Game Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Garden Route Game Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking, archery, and hiking and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours, game viewing, and a wildlife and game drive. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Garden Route Game Lodge also has 3 bars, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Garden Route Game Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Garden Route Game Lodge like?
Garden Route Game Lodge is located a short 10-minute walk from Garden Route Game Reserve.
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Garden Route Game Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Food
Animals
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nov 5, 2024
Great safari experience !
Bastian
Bastian, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 6, 2024
An outstanding game reserve with a variety of excellent accommodation. Food excellent new bar outstanding.Pool area luxurious. Game game drives are breathtaking a must for any bucket list
stuart
stuart, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 27, 2022
Spacious and comfortable rooms, great pool area and restaurant. Game drives were amazing
Wayne
Wayne, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 23, 2025
Brilliant Safari guide calked Loaan
david
david, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 25, 2024
Fantastic experience from start to finish - everything was fabulous, including the staff.
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 30, 2024
All the staff are friendly and obliging. Nice little chalets with a great view, housekeeping twice a day.
Nina
Nina, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 3, 2024
Wonderful experience at this gaming lodge, stay included 2 safaries a day.
Angele
Angele, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 27, 2025
Great experience
Great facility. Looks exactly like the photos. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. The 2 safaris that we went on were exceptionally good. The jeep driver/guide was knowledgeable & explained everything that he was asked & more. Couldn’t fault him. Would definitely recommend
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Nov 23, 2024
It was good but on the videos they make it seem alot bigger and as if you will see more animals
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 15, 2023
excellent experience
Feras
Feras, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 1, 2024
Wonderful experience here. We saw 10 different wild animals species. Great service, great staff. Luan, our game guide was terrific !!
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 13, 2023
The facilities and game drives here are incredible. We stayed in the luxury family suite with pool room and it was so picturesque with everything that you need.
The game drives are great and the drivers are extremely knowledgeable.
The food choices at breakfast and dinner are also great, with a wide variety of options and the evening menus change daily.
I honestly could not recommend this stay enough.
Josh
Josh, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 23, 2024
Very kindlich personal
Ernst
Ernst, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 7, 2024
If you're looking for a TRUE safari...
If you want luxury combined with the beauty of Africa, a safari with knowledgeable guides, 5 star food and beautiful, clean and tastefully decorated rooms with breathtaking views, THIS is the place to go. Have I mentioned the awesome staff!?! We saw all the animals on an organic safari surrounded by beautiful nature.
Marzanne
Marzanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 7, 2025
This was a great family vacation. I would recommend it if your little ones are at least 4 years old (or older) and can be occupied without screens on the drives. The drives range from 1.5-3ish hours. We did 2 nights, which meant 4 drives -- and that was the perfect amount of time for us. Easy drive over from Cape Town.
Sune, our driver, was great! Our young kiddo was the only kid in our group, and she did a great job of interacting with him and teaching him (and us!) lots of facts about the animals
Erin
Erin, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
May 10, 2024
Lovely.
Room and main lodge were lovely. Game viewing was slightly disappointing. Reserve is effectively broken into fenced sections with the lions in their own enclosure.
Guide appeared a bit rushed at times.
Tyrone
Tyrone, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 9, 2022
Non-South Africans should realize that facilities like this are a far cry from a “proper” game lodge experience. The developers of the facility have done a good job in cobbling together land and stocking it with wildlife, but it really is more of a glorified zoo than a proper game reserve. The facilities are nice and the staff are lovely, so it's certainly worth a visit. But I wouldn't recommend staying more than a day.
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2023
We rented two of chalets for two nights, and was assigned one small (meant for up to 2 adults) and one slightly bigger chalet (for 2 adults and 1 child). Strongly recommended if you are travelling light (minimal space for full size luggage for tjr small chalet) as you will need to navigate short flights of stairs.
The package also comes with two daily safari runs and dinner included. Food and services was great. Cape and warm water bags were also provided for the (cold) Sunrise Game Runs. Strongly recommended!
Yee Hur William
Yee Hur William, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 14, 2023
The Garden Route Game Lodge offers an excellent, affordable, comfortable and relaxing stay with 2 daily games drives through their expansive game reserve where you get an up close and personal viewing of the various game animals. Your knowledgeable driver will tailor your drives to your preferences where possible. The entire staff are friendly and go above the usual standard of service to ensure you have a great stay. Tip - book Spa services early if you want to partake. Food & beverage is excellent. I recommend a minimum 2 nights, but preferably 3 nights to fully enjoy the facilities and 6 drives and appreciate the amazing animals more than once.
Tracie
Tracie, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 2, 2025
Sabrina
Sabrina, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 20, 2025
Pravan
Pravan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 18, 2025
WIFI in Zimmet 6 nicht existent. Abendessen war gut, Frühstück sehr gut. Sehr gute Game Drives. Tiffany im Restaurant sehr guter Service.
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 19, 2025
Andreas
Andreas, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 30, 2025
Belle expérience haut de gamme
Excellent établissement avec un accueil dès la sortie de voiture pour apporter les bagages en chambre dans la seconde. Tout le personnel est aux petits soins et souriant. Pour les safaris la guide Robyn est parfaite dans ses explications et très drôle.
Petit bémol : au restaurant les plats sont recherchés mais un peu lourds.
Bonne note : on peut rester profiter de la piscine et de toutes les installations après le Check out.