Thunzi Bush Lodge

Tucked into a private coastal-forest valley about 20 minutes west of Gqeberha. Close to Maitland Beach and Seaview Lookout, and within easy reach of Kragga Kamma Game Park and Seaview Game & Lion Park. About 24 km from the city centre, this family-friendly, 4-star self-catering lodge sits above a lush river wetland.

Six individually decorated, air‑conditioned chalets and rooms with private balconies and fully equipped kitchens (fridge, oven, stovetop). Rooms feature deep-soak bathtubs and separate showers; selected chalets include hot tubs. Expect cozy private bomas for braai, dressing gowns, DSTV Select and Netflix, daily housekeeping and a one-of-a-kind stargazing dome on a river-view deck.

Full-service spa with massages and facials, indoor and outdoor pools, picnic and barbeque areas, tour/ticket assistance and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Laundry, dry-cleaning and luggage storage are on site. Free self-parking and babysitting (surcharge) make it easy for families. Wake up to river-wetland mornings and forest shade.

Conference hall and meeting space available, plus on-site laundry and a safe-deposit box. Complimentary wireless internet keeps things running and free self-parking simplifies arrivals.

On-site restaurant serving local cuisine, plus private bomas for classic South African braai gatherings. Rooms come with starter tea/coffee packs for easy mornings.