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Pumba Private Game Reserve

5-star property
Highlands, Makana Municipality, Makhanda, Eastern Cape 1800 796 370
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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in Makhanda awaits you at Pumba Private Game Reserve. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and 22.4 km (13.9 mi) from Lalibela Game Reserve. Highlights at this all-inclusive lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant, and an outdoor swimming pool.

A day of pampering at Soul Spa can include hot stone massages, body wraps, and facials along with aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to hiking/biking trails and archery. Plus you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and laundry facilities. Free English breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Places within a 30-minute drive of this 5-star Makhanda lodge include Egazini Park and 1820 Settlers National Monument.

Standard

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$721* Per night/room 8 May - 9 May

Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Standard

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Pumba Private Game Reserve ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

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About the Pumba Private Game Reserve

Location Highlands, Makana Municipality, Makhanda, Eastern Cape 6065

All-inclusive Details

  • Gratuities included
  • Additional gratuities accepted
  • Surcharge for premium or imported alcoholic beverages
  • Buffet and à la carte dining
  • On-site entertainment and activities included

Property Features

Pumba Private Game Reserve is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. Pumba Private Game Reserve offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Pumba Private Game Reserve. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Makhanda lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Pumba Private Game Reserve offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private plunge pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars (stocked with some free items). Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and slippers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Private Plunge Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Private balcony or patio
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • In-room dining
  • Coffee maker
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served free English breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Pumba Private Game Reserve has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Room service is available.

Spa Services

  • Facial treatments
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body wraps
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Hydrotherapy treatments
  • Sauna in spa
  • Spa tub in spa
  • Massages
  • Hot stone massage
  • Steam room in spa

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at 5:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 6:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 5:00 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Hotel Names

  • Pumba
  • Pumba Private GameReserve
  • Pumba Private GameReserve
  • Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
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  • Pumba Private Game Reserve Hotel Port Elizabeth
  • Pumba Private Game Reserve Lodge
  • Pumba Private Game Reserve Makhanda
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You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

National Rating

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

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.