Lion Sands River Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa

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Lion Sands River Lodge

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Terrace/patio
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Overview of Lion Sands River Lodge

9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Check out the area

Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Skukuza, Mpumalanga, 1240
  • AirportSkukuza (SZK)35 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaul Kruger Gate64 min drive
  • Popular LocationKruger National Park64 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkukuza Golf Course80 min drive
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Room options

Luxury Room (River Lodge)

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Suite (River Suite)

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room (Luxury)

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Sabi Sands Game Reserve

Located in Skukuza, Lion Sands River Lodge is in a national park. Skukuza Golf Course and AM Spa Kruger are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kruger National Park and Greater Kruger National Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • Paul Kruger Gate - 64 min drive
  • Kruger National Park - 64 min drive
  • Skukuza Golf Course - 80 min drive
  • AM Spa Kruger - 80 min drive
  • Londolozi Game Reserve - 99 min drive

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cattle Baron Skukuza - 80 min drive
  • Lapa Restaurant - 64 min drive
  • Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - 81 min drive
  • Departing Soon Cafe - 81 min drive
  • Paul’s Pub - 48 min drive

About this property

Lion Sands River Lodge

Luxury boutique hotel in a national park
You can look forward to free English breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace at Lion Sands River Lodge. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a manicure/pedicure and a facial at Africology Wellness, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Boma Dinner, the on-site buffet restaurant. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as hiking/biking. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Wedding services, a porter/bellboy and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
More amenities include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate baths/showers
  • Patios, composting and coffee/tea makers

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic drinks included

Languages

English

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

100% renewable energy
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Comprehensive food waste policy
Locally-sourced food (80% minimum)
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Boma Dinner

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Floor
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR150 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 145 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 374 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Lion River Lodge
Lion Sands Lodge
Lion Sands River
Lion Sands River Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Sabi Sand All-inclusive property Kruger National Park
Lion Sands River Lodge Kruger National Park
River Lodge Lion Sands
Lion Sands River Lodge South Africa/Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Lion Sands Sabi Sand Resort
Lion Sands Sabi Sand Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Sabi Sand
Lion Sands River Hotel Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga
Lion Sands Tinga Kruger National Park
Lion Sands River Lodge Kruger National Park
All-inclusive property Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
Lion Sands Sabi Sand
Lion Sands River Lodge
All-inclusive property Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Tinga
Lion Sands Sabi Sand
Lion Sands River Lodge
All Inclusive Lion Sands Tinga
Lion Sands River Lodge All-inclusive property
Lion Sands Sabi Sand
Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
Lion Sands River All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lion Sands River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Lion Sands River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lion Sands River Lodge?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lion Sands River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Lion Sands River Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Lion Sands River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Lion Sands River Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Lion Sands River Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this all-inclusive hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Greater Kruger National Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Kruger National Park and Paul Kruger Statue. Paul Kruger Gate is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) away.

Lion Sands River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Place to Stay for Safari!
Incredible! This is the place to stay when going on safari. My wife loved the spa and the staff really pampers you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place with super friendly staff and guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and top notch room quality. Wildlife wonders right up to your porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

CY, New York, NY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, special place. One of my favorite spots in the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Come for the safari but enjoy the location!
The main reason to stay here is of course the safari drives, and these were exceptional. it seemed like every drive we saw something amazing. The rooms are well appointed and the staff do a great job with keeping everything in good order. Food was of good quality and staff are friendly. The pool area is wonderful to relax in; we saw elephants from it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, great people.
Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place in sabi sands reserve
Just returned from three magical days at the Lion Sands River Lodge in Sabi Sands reserve at Kruger Park Super luxury suites with private pools and decks to watch game in river, we saw elephants and rhinos. Had a semi private butler at meals and the wine sommelier, Reggie, laid out the good stuff for us. Saw lions, leopards, rhinos, hippos and lots of others. Lion Sands set the standard for the private Sabi Sands lodges. Their River Lodge property is next door and offes same game drives at slightly less indulgence