African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

4.0 star property
Colonial lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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Interior
Standard Room | Terrace/patio
Property amenity
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Plumari Private Game Reserve; Doornhoek, Magaliesberg, Gauteng
  • Mother of Mercy Shrine
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Bekker High School
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Cradle of Humankind
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria)
    ‪79 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Magaliesberg

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa places you next to Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve. This 48-room, 4-star lodge welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Mother of Mercy Shrine - 27 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Bekker Primary School - 31 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Bekker High School - 32 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Cradle of Humankind - 44 min drive - 18.4 miles
  • Sterkfontein Caves - 52 min drive - 25.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Horse Brewery & Restaurant - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Melon Rouge Eatery and Art - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪White Dog Taproom - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪White Dog Taphouse - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Mogallywood - ‬14 min drive

About this property

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

Colonial lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Guests of African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa lodge include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a library.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include furnished balconies or patios, sitting areas, and minibars. Change of towels is available on request.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3,229 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is permitted at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Askari Game Lodge Magaliesberg
Askari Game Lodge
Askari Game Magaliesberg
Askari Game
Askari Game Lodge Spa
Askari Game Lodge Spa
African Hills Safari & Spa
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Lodge
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Magaliesberg
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Lodge Magaliesberg

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

This lodge is located in Magaliesberg within a short 1-minute walk of Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve. You'll also find Mountain Sanctuary Park and Elangeni Nature Reserve nearby.

Is there parking available at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is a spa located at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Swedish massages, deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, and body wraps.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa include a casino on the premises?

No, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have a hot tub?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa has 2 restaurants, and serves free continental breakfast each morning.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.

Are there connecting rooms at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Yes, this lodge has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

The closest major airport to African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is about 26.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Does African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.

African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail

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

Great venue and game viewing close to Jhb.

Lovely venue with friendly staff and knowledge game rangers. The museum visit was a special experience, thanks to Rob’s passion and extensive knowledge about the history of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Ascot

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Puleng

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicola

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

Excell. safari lodge just over an hr from Jo’burg

Really recommend this hotel. Has everything you need and more. Great for couples as well as families. Professional staff who work hard to give you the best service possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Tarryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One word “Amazing “ We will be back to this resort that pampered us all week, from the tours to the dining all top notch. The rangers that work with the animals and guides for the hikes are in love with their job and it shows. Can’t say enough about this place
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Les

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David, Manchester

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place! The highlight were the elephants that came to the water hole!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Itumeleng

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

Always an amazing stay

Our stay at this lodge is always amazing. The stuff is extremely friendly and professional. The actual grounds are super pretty. It's a calming environment. Our baby also loved it. Thank you to the restaurant staff always go the extra mile to make our baby happy. Only issue is the wifi, but it wasn't the end of the world. We actually appreciate the downtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

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

Excellent

Fantastic resort, super friendly and professional service. Loved every minute of our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tholo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is exquisite. I just had a problem with pests on my roof. Room 34a has rats which kept scratching the ceiling in the early hours which woke me and my husband up.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keoagile

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Willem

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for a break away, great service and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

BUYISWA L

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARION URSULA

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

Worth a visit

Had a wonderful stay here. Our room was directly overlooking a dam and there were lots of animals visiting in the late afternoon. The food was amazing and staff couldn't be friendlier. Would definately visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

GALATIA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel with very friendly and professional staff. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reneiloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shai

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

Amazing Askari

Our stay was incredible. The service is excellent at Askari! The rooms were really comfortable. The food was exceptional. It was such a treat to be so close to the animals.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Avanthi

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

A real hidden gem!

Absolutely amazing short get-away to celebrate my husbands birthday! Askari went out of their way to make it spectacular. The highlight was the game drive and specifically Lovemore! Food is awesome too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Get away from the daily ruch

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing stay

Had a lovely stay at Askari Lodge. Buffet breakfast and dinner were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021