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Sunbird Lodge

3.0 of 5
21 Aalwyn Street, Phalaborwa 1390, South Africa
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Sunbird Lodge
Ranked #3 of 17 Phalaborwa B&B and Inns
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Dijon
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

I spent 2 nights in Sunbird lodge and it was a really great stay in a such lovelly place. First of all, you are very well welcomed. Dave and Samantha are so nice that you feel as a friend of them! They have good advices to help you to visit the area. Secondly, the place is peaceful: a big garden... More

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Thank you so much for your review. Was lovely to meet you both and hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday in SA.... More

Kirchdorf in Tirol, Austria
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3 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Beautifully located for a stop either into or just out from Kruger!! We only had one night there, which is a pity, such a lovely place and great hosts. We also had dinner there, I can really recommend the cuisine and excellent service. I would at any time stay there again and will most probably do so again next year!!

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Thank you so much, hope yo see you again. More

Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

For one or more visits to the Kruger Park without staying in one of the SanPark camps you have to stay in the Sunbird Lodge. Enough room for your nightly rest, swimming pool available, excellent breakfast and (on request) diner. We stayed there for 2 nights but should have stayed for a longer time if we didn't make our next... More

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
26 April 2013

Thank you so much for your review, we look forward to seeing you both again in the future... More

London
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Stayed at Sunbird in April 2013 for 1 night after leaving KNP. This was our second visit with our 6 year old daughter and my parents from the UK. We had previously stayed a couple of years ago, with my South African in-laws and our then 4 year old daughter. After our first visit we knew that we would make... More

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
13 April 2013

Was great to see you guys again and we look forward to the next time... More

Waterloo, Iowa
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Great lodge outside of Kruger National Park. Owners are very friendly. Property is enclosed within security fence so feel very safe. Free breakfast and wi-fi. Nice pool. Rooms are big and have a refrigerator. I highly recommend this place and would stay there again.

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13 April 2013

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Aarau, Switzerland
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11 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

It was only our 2nd night in SA and we were still a bit unsure of certain things besides being short on some things before entering Kruger. But all was looked after by the VERY friendly owners of this lodge. The rooms are spacious and clean, come with a fridge and a little outside seating area. The pool looked very... More

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
13 April 2013

Thank you so much, glad we could help you with advise etc for the Park! More

1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013 via mobile

Great family feeling to the lodge, easy going friendly and homely. The owners really make you feel welcome and were very helpful. Would stay again. Nice area and facilities are god at the lodge. Would recommend

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
6 April 2013

Was great to meet you guys, glad you enjoyed your time in South Africa. Did you get to do the shark diving??! More

Bloemfontein
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Edrich and Elfreda. We were coming out of the Kruger after our stay there and again as in Aug 2012 Dave and Samantha bent over backwards to help, always smiling. We were greeted with crisp white, clean bedding, hot water and a special effort to add a third bed to accommodate our group of 5 in two rooms. Unfotunately, we... More

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
6 April 2013

Always a pleasure to have you here, look forward to seeing you next time. More

1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013 via mobile

We had a great welcome in this lovely place ideally situated for the kruger park. Warm welcome and plenty of advise on the area.Higly appreciated our stay in this very nice lodge clean and elegantly decorated with a very friendly owner

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
6 April 2013

We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. More

Gouda, The Netherlands
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

We stayed for two nights with Samantha and Dave and that was in fact too short. It was a lovely place to stay with great hospitality! There was a bar where you could help yourself with all kinds of drinks. If possible we will visit Sunbird Lodge again in the future!

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Sunbirdlodge, Owner at Sunbird Lodge, responded to this review
1 April 2013

Thank you so much. was a shame you were only here for a couple of days, but very glad you enjoyed it More

Casart Game Lodge
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Additional Information about Sunbird Lodge

Address: 21 Aalwyn Street, Phalaborwa 1390, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Limpopo Province > Phalaborwa
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 17 B&Bs / Inns in Phalaborwa
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Situated in 2.5 acres of tropical gardens, Sunbird Lodge is the perfect place to relax and let your stress melt away. Laze by the swimming pool, sit under one of our Lapa’s with a drink from the bar or take in the gardens at night looking at the stars, you can do as much or as little as you want.We are a family run business with the emphasis firmly on good quality and friendly service.As a member of Birdlife South Africa, bird lovers will be in their element, with a wide variety of different bird species in the gardens.We are less than 3km from both the Phalaborwa Gate for the Kruger National Park and the renowned Hans Merensky Golf Estate. The Central Business District of Phalaborwa is less than 2km away making us the perfect choice for the business or leisure traveller. We are less than 5 minutes drive from Phalaborwa airport and transfers and car hire can also be arranged.Choose from one of 5 spacious double/twin rooms in the main house all with their own private access from the gardens. We have 2 delightful twin bedded rooms next to the swimming pool and 3 rooms situated together in the garden. Each room has its own bathroom with either shower and bath or just shower plus air conditioning, fridges, ceiling fans, TV’s, tea & coffee making facilities and private patios. All rooms are non-smoking, but smoking is allowed on the patios outside the rooms.A full English cooked breakfast along with juices, cereals, fruit and yoghurts is available daily in our dining rooms and packed lunches and dinners are also available (these must be pre arranged). We can also provide a take away breakfast for those of you leaving us early in the morning.Dinner is a delicious home cooked set menu, is available daily and must be pre booked. There are also several good eating places we can recommend all within 5 minutes drive of us.Facilities at the lodge include a unique African bar with DSTV, a good size swimming pool, lapa's, a large braai (barbecue) area, secure car parking, a safe to store your valuables, laundry services and fax and internet facilities ( FREE WIFI connection available throughout the Lodge). There are plenty of activities to keep you occupied, both close by and within 90 minutes drive and we are the perfect base to explore this wonderful region of Limpopo. These activities include the Kruger National Park, cruising down the Olifants River, golf at the challenging Hans Merensky course, day trips to Gods Window, 3 Rondavels, Graskop and Pilgrims Rest, walking with lions, elephant back safari’s, micro light or balloon flights over the game reserves and many many more. We can help you with reservations and advise on any of the activities available. ... more   less 
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