Is this Royal Thonga Safari Lodge pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Check-in time for Royal Thonga Safari Lodge starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Royal Thonga Safari Lodge have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Royal Thonga Safari Lodge has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Best-rates for the Royal Thonga Safari Lodge starts from $144 per night with includes Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, Accessibility, Bar, Parking, Pool, TV, View, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Restaurant, Breakfast, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry, Designated Smoking Area, Oceanfront, Security/Safety, Spa with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Royal Thonga Safari Lodge a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cabin 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Royal Thonga Safari Lodge wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Royal Thonga Safari Lodge is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Royal Thonga Safari Lodge indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Royal Thonga Safari Lodge?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Royal Thonga Safari Lodge | Cabin in Sihangwane

| 6.3 (107 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 14 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 13 Guests

Embonisweni Cabin | Royal Thonga Safari Lodge

14 Bedroom Cabin in Embonisweni, Sihangwane

Offering a garden and terrace, Royal Thonga Safari Lodge is located in Tembe Elephant Park, home to the Big 5. Free private parking is available on site. Each guest unit has an African theme and comes with a seating area, fan and mosquito nets over each bed. Complete with free toiletries, the private bathrooms are fitted with shower and there is an additional outdoor shower. Royal Thonga Safari Lodge also includes a spa center and offers massage treatments. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, with special diet menus and packed lunches available on request. Guided game drive are offered and other activities, such as turtle tracking, swamp canoeing, forest walks or scuba diving, can be arranged with advance request, at a surcharge. Royal Thonga is a 1 hour and 15 minutes' drive to the border of Swaziland, and a 50-minute drive to the Mozambique border. King Shaka International Airport is 231 mi away.

Royal Thonga Safari Lodge is located in Sihangwane.

This 14 Bedrooms Cabin is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Restaurant, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 107 reviews with the average score of 6.3 . Coming to Sihangwane and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Cabin for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 14 Bedrooms Cabin if you want to learn more about this place in Sihangwane. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Royal Thonga Safari Lodge in Sihangwane is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Royal Thonga Safari Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Cabin, please let us know.

Amenities

Parking

Pet Friendly

Pool

Designated Smoking Area

View

Wheelchair Accessible

Ocean View

Balcony/Terrace

Oceanfront

Accessibility

Security/Safety

Business Services

Sports/Activities

Wellness Facilities

Spa

Fireplace/Heating

Restaurant

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking

Child Friendly

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Special diet meals (on request)

Kids' meals

Restaurant

Wine/Champagne

Fruit

Breakfast in the room

Parking

Private Parking

Parking

Accessible parking

Parking on site

Free parking

Activities

Hand massage

Foot massage

Spa facilities

Neck massage

Back massage

Fishing

Walking tours

Game room

Live music/Performance

Full-body massage

Tour or class about local culture

Snorkeling

Canoeing

Game drives

Couples' massage

Head massage

Hiking

Massage

Evening entertainment

Entertainment

Board games/Puzzles

General

Soundproof rooms

Facilities for disabled guests

Pet friendly

Non-smoking rooms

Family rooms

Designated smoking area

Guest Services

Concierge

Fax/Photocopying

Daily housekeeping

Room service

Packed lunches

Baggage storage

Ironing service

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Private check-in/out

Laundry

Babysitting/Child services

Tour desk

Shared lounge/TV area

Invoice provided

Outdoors

Sun deck

Outdoor pool (year-round)

Picnic area

BBQ facilities

Outdoor furniture

Outdoor pool

Outdoor fireplace

Terrace

Garden

Security/Safety

24-hour security

Key access

Fire extinguishers

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Physical distancing in dining areas

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

First aid kits available

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

Process in place to check health of guests

Access to healthcare professionals

Face masks for guests available

Cashless payment available

Physical distancing rules followed

Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Spa

Beach chairs/Loungers

Swimming pool

Pool with view

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Pet Policy

Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, in the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay, this property is accessible by an unpaved road, which might not be suitable for some vehicles, when booking half board, note that drinks are not included.

Reviews

Value for money:

7.39

Location:

8.28

Staff:

8.87

Facilities:

7.64

Comfort:

7.9

Cleanliness:

7.54

Nonhlanhla Tembe

Jan 5, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Review Score: 8

South Africa

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: We did not have breakfast we were self catered.

Summary: My stay was owsome, beautiful location very intimate n relaxing, the host was amazing very helpful.

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Safari Villa Room Type: Villa Room Size: 48 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Shower cap, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower Outdoors Outdoor furniture, Patio, Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Terrace Living Area Dining area, Sitting area, Desk General Fan, Fire extinguisher, Key access, Mosquito net, Trash cans View Garden view, View Kitchen Dining table, Electric kettle, Wine glasses Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Room Amenities Adapter, Clothes rack Entertainment & Family Services Board games/puzzles Pool and Spa Pool towels, Shallow end Food & Drink Wine/Champagne, Bottle of water Layout Window
Two-Bedroom Family Villa Room Type: Villa Room Size: 135 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Toilet, Guest bathroom, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Shower cap, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower Outdoors Patio, Balcony, Terrace Living Area Sitting area General Mosquito net, Trash cans, Fan, Fire extinguisher View Garden view, View Kitchen Electric kettle Bedroom Childrens' cribs, Linens Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Room Amenities Clothes rack Pool and Spa Pool towels Layout Window
Deluxe Villa Room Type: Villa Room Size: 48 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Shower cap, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower Outdoors Outdoor furniture, Patio, Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Terrace Living Area Sitting area, Desk General Fan, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans Bedroom Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view, View Services Wake-up service Kitchen Electric kettle Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Room Amenities Clothes rack Pool and Spa Pool towels Layout Window
Family Room Room Type: Family Room Size: 50 m² 1 Bunk bed Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Shower cap, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower Outdoors Patio, Balcony, Terrace Living Area Sitting area, Desk General Fan, Fire extinguisher, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Trash cans Bedroom Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens View Garden view, View Kitchen Electric kettle Room Amenities Clothes rack Pool and Spa Pool towels Layout Window