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      Bakubung Bush Lodge

      776 Reviews
      #2 of 3 Hotels in Pilanesberg National Park
      Bakubung Gate, Pilanesberg National Park 0316, South Africa
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            4.5
            776 reviews
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            Breakfast included
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            1 - 5 of 672 reviews

            Reviewed 5 days ago
            Great location but felt like a hostel

            A warm welcome and a well appointed room. Despite my husband requesting a bath and shower we received a disabled bathroom with shower only. The room was well appointed and comfortable. Meals are exceptional with many choices. The experience felt like a 3 star plus...More

            Thank DrAugustaDorning
            Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
            Leonard

            Upmarket and relaxing family hotel with a a wonderful view onto a drinking hole where you can sip your drink and watch animals come close by. Excellent food and very comfortable rooms. Saw plenty of fame on the game drive and self drive.More

            Thank leonardbtrip
            Response from Monicade1, Guest Relations Manager at Bakubung Bush LodgeResponded 1 week ago

            Dear leonardbtrip, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us on TripAdvisor. We appreciate all feedback received from our guests. Our Executive Chef is delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food. Our view over the Hippo pond is definitely...More

            Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
            Bang average, not worth its 4 star rating

            Paid a fortune for a three night package and was hugely disappointed. One gets the feeling that this place simply goes through the motions to justify taking your money. The experience was completely impersonal. The reception staff are sloppy and unhelpful, and the rooms and...More

            1  Thank Michelle W
            Response from Monicade1, Guest Relations Manager at Bakubung Bush LodgeResponded 1 week ago

            Dear Michelle W, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us on TripAdvisor. We appreciate all feedback received as it assists us in improving on our service delivery. I am disappointed to hear that you did not enjoy your stay with...More

            Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
            Incredible place and safari!

            I cannot say enough positive things about this place. It is amazing. Beautiful and comfortable and delicious food, very welcoming staff, and a great safari program. I went with 18 students and 3 other adults. We had an amazing day of safari and the students...More

            1  Thank Meby C
            Response from joel P, General Manager at Bakubung Bush LodgeResponded 2 weeks ago

            Thank you for your Positive Review and we will certainly share it with our Staff who appreciates the Comments.

            Reviewed 2 weeks ago
            What a Gem

            We stayed for 2 nights during a trip to SA. We have done the high end safari before. We thought this was an amazing place so close to Joburg (2 1/2 hours). The facilities are super nice. Our room was excellent. The game drives were...More

            Thank Bulldoz
            Response from Monicade1, Guest Relations Manager at Bakubung Bush LodgeResponded 2 weeks ago

            Dear Bulldoz, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us on TripAdvisor. I am delighted to hear that you were able to have such an amazing stay with us and that our Rangers were able to give you the full safari...More

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            Amenities
            • Top amenities
            • Restaurant
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            • Free Parking
            • Room Service
            • Bar/Lounge
            • Spa
            • Breakfast included
            • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
            • Hotel Amenities
            • Free Parking
            • Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
            • Room Service
            • Business Centre with Internet Access
            • Breakfast included
            • Dry Cleaning
            • Meeting Rooms
            • Laundry Service
            • Banquet Room
            • Multilingual Staff
            • Conference Facilities
            • Shuttle Bus Service
            • Concierge
            • Babysitting
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            • Air Conditioning
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            • Restaurant
            • Pool
            • Bar/Lounge
            • Spa
            • Tennis Court
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            • US$ 285 - US$ 440 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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            • Suites ,
            • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
            • Family Rooms
            • Number of rooms
            • 100
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            • North-West Province >
            • Pilanesberg National Park
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            • Bakubung Bush Hotel Pilanesberg National Park
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            pixer80
            how do i get to the lodge from the Johannesburg airport? can the lodge arrange for a pickup? also if i book online for 2 nights for 2 ppl does it include game drives for both? thank you
            14 June 2017|
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            Response from Meby C | Reviewed this property |
            I know the lodge has a shuttle, but I do not know about the game drive bookings. All of that was arranged for us. Sorry!
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            pixer80
            how do i get to the lodge from the Johannesburg airport? can the lodge arrange for a pickup? also if i book online for 2 nights for 2 ppl does it include game drives for both? thank you
            14 June 2017|
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            Response from Monicade1 | Property representative |
            Hi pixer80, Thank you for choosing Bakubung. We are able to arrange a transfer from Johannesburg to Bakubung at a fee of R2300 for 2 guests. This would be booked with an external transportation company we make use of. I... More
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            greatwhite_75
            What is the evening meal like if full board is included please?
            23 May 2017|
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            Response from Monicade1 | Property representative |
            Dear greatwhite, Thank you for choosing Bakubung Bush Lodge. Our breakfast and dinner are both buffet style with a wide variety of meals available. If you would like to do a self drive, you would need to purchase a permit... More
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            "all units have excellent view but some is closer to the main building"
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            "Ask for room by watering hole"
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            "It can be cold in autumn so bring a coat, hat and gloves for the trip into the bush."
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