Umkhaya Lodge
HotelUmkhaya Lodge Manyoni Private Game Reserve North Gate off D240, Mkuze, South AfricaShow on map
6.6 · Pleasant23 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.6 out of 10, at Umkhaya Lodge Manyoni Private Game Reserve North Gate off D240.
Luxurious Accommodation Experience comfort and style in our air-conditioned units with modern amenities such as a fridge, microwave, and free toiletries.
Scenic Surroundings Indulge in the beauty of our garden, terrace, and barbecue facilities, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful environment.
Convenient Services Benefit from our complimentary WiFi and optional airport shuttle service for a hassle-free stay. Book your serene retreat at Umkhaya Lodge now.
What this place offers
- Free wired internet
- Scuba diving on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Game drive nearby
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
Rooms
6.6
Pleasant
Rated 6.6 out of 10 by 23 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness5.5
- Service7.5
- Location8.6
- Rooms5.5
- Amenities4.5
- Value6.5
- Food & drink7.5
Guests mention
Beautiful scenery
KamoheloSouth AfricaQuiet and Beautiful scenery.
Nothing much.
There was no hot water,no heater. No Tv.
Host Gila was no where to be found telephonically. She has staff in the lodge yet doesn’t communicate with them about Arriving Guests. She didn’t inform us that the…
DesneSouth AfricaSuperb
MakkanSouth AfricaVery poor
Liked that the owner came to help us out to fix the geaser and was friendly.
The lack of communication from the lodge. The entrance to lodge requires us to go through a security and the security did not want to let us in…
ZandraSouth AfricaAnnoying
The rooms are beautiful and very clean.
There is a kitchen, but very little things you need in a kitchen. The place runs on gas geysers, but our units were missing, so no hot water and the unit next door has a gas…
DonaldSouth AfricaExceptional
SiyandaSouth AfricaExceptional
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Umkhaya Lodge Manyoni Private Game Reserve North Gate off D240, Mkuze, South Africa
Guests rate the location 8.6 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Umkhaya Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Umkhaya Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Umkhaya Lodge?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Umkhaya Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Umkhaya Lodge?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does Umkhaya Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Umkhaya Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Umkhaya Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Umkhaya Lodge?
Umkhaya Lodge Manyoni Private Game Reserve North Gate off D240, Mkuze.
Other places we book in Mkuze
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
