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Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

4.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge in Sidbury with 2 outdoor pools and safari

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Room (King/Twin) | Balcony view
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Lounge
Room (King/Twin) | Minibar, in-room safe, bed sheets
Nestled near Amakhala Game Reserve, Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve offers a tranquil retreat. Savor a cooked-to-order breakfast, take in the views from the terrace, and unwind with game drive on site or relax by one of two outdoor pools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 431 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Room (King/Twin)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Situated in Amakhala Game Reserve, Follow N2, 75km from Port Elizabeth, Sidbury, Eastern Cape, 6139

What's nearby

  • Lalibela Game Reserve - 22 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Sundays River Dunes - 41 min drive - 52.2 km
  • Rhodes University - 43 min drive - 62.2 km
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 44 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Matyholweni Gate - 46 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 60 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve

Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve is a great choice for a stay in Sidbury. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this all-inclusive lodge include a terrace and a garden.

All inclusive

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

Food and beverages

All meals, snacks, and select beverages included

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • 2 outdoor pools

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Club Card: ZAR 140 per person, per night
  • Child's Club Card: ZAR 70 per night, (from 6 to 11 years old)
The mandatory club card fee comprises the daily conservation fee, collected by the property at check-out.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Woodbury Lodge Sidbury
Woodbury Lodge-Amakhala Game Reserve Lodge Sidbury
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Frequently asked questions

Does Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.

Does Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

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Reviews

Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Woodbury Lodge was nothing short of spectacular. The lodge offers breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere that truly immerses you in the beauty of the Eastern Cape. From the moment we arrived, the staff’s warm hospitality made us feel right at home. You can tell the staff take great pride in ensuring every guest has a memorable experience. Our stone-and-thatch suite was incredibly comfortable, with private deck where we could enjoy the stunning scenery and wildlife. The game drives were the highlight of our trip... JP, our guide, was so knowledgeable and passionate about the wildlife and entire environment, making each drive an exciting adventure. We were fortunate enough to see four of the Big Five, plus a ton of other amazing animals. The all-inclusive meals were delicious, with a variety of options that catered to all tastes. Dining on the expansive deck overlooking the plains was a delightful experience, especially during sunrise and sunset. We can’t wait to return!
Graeme, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great lodges and safari drives.

The Woodberry was in a tranquil location in the reservation. The safari drives were good with knowledgeable trackers and the apres safari drinks around the fire was a nice touch. The lodges were spacious and comfortable and the staff were friendly. It's a shame wifi is not available in the lodges. The only disappointment for us was the food. Breakfast was fine though you need to order it the night before. Lunch was a buffet and dinner needed to be ordered too but with a very limited choice and no choice of starter, it was just put in front of you and my wife hates asparagus. The dining area was one large table where all guests sat at set times for all meals. This was quite a nice idea as it was a social event too. We met some lovely people so all in all a satisfactory experience.
Gino, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The highlight of our holiday to South Africa! A beautiful lodge with comfortable air con and tranquility (and yes a few necessary spiders) but providing the most incredible authentic experience of the wildlife, animals, birds, flora and fauna of this game reserve. Food and wine were excellent and plentiful, the service was superb, including gin and tonics during our afternoon game drive! We had an excellent guide, Greg, with such a knowledge and passion for his work as a guide, and he led us to observe over 60 species over the course of 2 days and 4 game drives, starting with a wake up call at 5.30am for the pre-dawn game drive til 9.30am, then a second at 4pm lasting til nearly 8pm. He drove us through a fantastic storm, thunder and lightning and an impressive downpour which had us soaked but we saw so much! Listening to him explaining the habits of turtles, giraffes, buffalo and rhinos was an education, and will stay with us for life.The memories of elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, lions, ostriches fighting a jackal, a spotted eagle owl capturing a frog at night, secretary birds stalking their prey, a brown hyena and a family of bat-eared foxes… and the white rhinos and hippo, it was all simply wonderful! Many many thanks for the best experience ever. We hope very much to return one day.
Judy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sensational and unforgettable experience

Recently stayed at Woodbury Lodge & honestly can’t recommend enough. The staff were exceptional - extremely accommodating & went above & beyond to make our trip memorable. Our expert rangers were fantastic (Nico & Donovan). Attentive, knowledgeable & personable which added to the overall experience. The lodge was well presented & always clean. The food…delicious & filling (even for someone with special dietary requirements) Let’s not forget the safari outings & bushwalk! Mind blowing! We saw all of the Big 5 animals & thanks to our rangers, more than I expected! Thanks all for making our trip to SA so special!
Adele, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tout était parfait ! Lieu magnifique, personnel très agréable, nourriture excellente Je recommande !
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Woodbury is a small lodge which made it easy to get to know wveryone. The staff were wonderful; nothing was too much trouble to ensure we had a great experience. The food was fantastic and everything was homemade and delicious. We had an amazing time and can highly recommend it
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Inoubliable!

Magnifique Lodge avec vue imprenable sur la réserve. Très bon accueil et staff aux petits soins. Chambre et salle de bain spacieuses et confortables (lit chauffant!!!) Séjour tout compris avec repas variés, locaux et très bons 2 safaris par jour (matin et fin d'après-midi) permettant de découvrir la réserve et ses magnifiques animaux sauvages (éléphants, zèbres, girafes, rhinos, springbox, lion, etc...) Ambiance chaleureuse et conviviale, notamment le soir autour du feu. Très bon chocolat chaud au retour du safari du soir et très bons vins.
karine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What can I say other than a wonderfully authentic game reserve with amazing staff and our guide Donovan was fabulous . Funny knowledgeable interesting safe and just so comfortable and attentive to all of us. He made our stay all the staff did. Just a beautiful place to feel at one with all what’s good about being on a game reserve. Not hoarders of tourists trying to see everything sometimes it seemed like just one vehicle in all that beautiful space. and not loads of trucks following each other like cattle . We had lovely story telling around the camp fire the Manager Tim joined us for dinner and shared his lifestyle of living and working in such a wonderful place. I would gladly have spent more time with them in that location truly a fab place to be. Hot chocolate at night was delicious and Poppy was a sweetheart, she could not do enough to make us feel at home. We didn’t have to wait for a barman we just helped ourselves and no one abused that privilege it felt like home. Great place
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Safari pur

Wunderschöner Ausblick von der Lodge, hervorragendes Essen und familiärer Service. Abwechslungsreiche Landschaft mit grosser Vielfalt an Tieren.
Christian, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Intimate safari

We travelled here after 2 days in Camps Bay for a 3 night safari. Overall we had 6 game drives which enabled us to see 4 of the big 5! We didn’t manage to see a leapord unfortunately. We enjoyed our stay here as it worked for our next destination and we got to see plenty of animals.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful lodge in a beautiful setting. We loved it and would definitely recommend it
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We spent 2 nights at Woodbury Lodge shortly after a 4 night stay in Sabi Sands, and were really glad that we did! The lodge is nicely located on a hill, very comfortable and with great views and throughout our short visit we were continually impressed by the service and friendliness of the staff. Our first drive shortly after we arrived was super! We really wanted to see a Cheetah (didn’t find one in Sabi Sands) and with Brad our guide we managed to see one. Brad has a great knowledge about wildlife, birds and plants and we saw a lot on the 4 drives, some of which we hadn‘t seen in Sabi Sands because of the different type of vegetation. On the last drive we saw 4 lions with a kill; just super! Also, they restricted the number of cars at a game sighting to 2, and kept a respectful distance from the animals while ensuring really good viewing. Food was good and plenty (they were happy to meet special requests), and the open bar made life easy not always having to wait for a bartender. We will definitely recommend Woodbury Lodge to our friends.
ChrisandConny, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great safari drives with Lenny the guide. Food ok. Familiar and small lodge where the guest socialize and join up for meals.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An excellently organised offering. Safari drives well thought out, accommodation, food and service all without fault. WiFi available in the main areas but not lodges no doubt with their attention to detail this will be resolved in due course. Highly recommended.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Visit Woodbury Lodge

Our first Safari Experience. A lovely lodge in beautiful surroundings overlooking the Bushman's River and a large plain. Very comfortable room with all facilities provided as expected and advertised. Very welcoming staff who were always cheerful and obliging. Our Guide for our four drives was Seamus who went out of his way to ensure that they were enjoyable and very informative. We saw a terrific selection of wildlife including Lions, Rhinos, Giraffes and a multitude of others. Most of the food was very good although some was average. Overall very enjoyable and highly recommended.
Stuart, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel but staff make the place special

Rooms very comfortable and spacious. Main reason to stay is for access to the safari park which runs all around the lodge. All inclusive basis, with unlimited access to the self service bar - wine, beer , premium spirits etc. 2 game drives per day are included and the guides are first class - really get you up close to thje animals. there are plans for an extended sun deck and bigger pool, which will enhance the overall experience. Animals can be seen from the bedroom windows

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent safari

Stayed 2 nights and went on four safari drives with Guide Ryan. Excellent experience especially seeing the elephants at the watering hall.
jeanette , 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay at Woodbury Lodge

We had a wonderful two night stay at Woodbury Lodge. Tim was very responsive to emails I had sent months in advance of our stay. The lodge is conveniently located about an hour east of Port Elizabeth off of the N2; however, seems a world away from any city. Parking was available at the lodge. Upon arrival, we were promptly greeted, given a welcome drink, and shown to our room. The room is very spacious, clean, and comfortable and the entire lodge is set in a very peaceful and beautiful area. We loved having our breakfast and lunch outside and enjoyed the nightly fire. The food and drinks were excellent and included alcohol in the rate. The staff were all very helpful and friendly and it was great to have meals with the other guests staying at the lodge. We enjoyed our game drives and were able to see lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, a water buffalo, and many different types of antelopes. Would definitely recommend Woodbury Lodge for a great safari in the Eastern Cape!

10/10 Exceptional

Solid option for Amakhala Reserve

Very good option for Amakhala Reserve, friendly staffs and good dining options!

10/10 Exceptional

A great Safari experience

Woodbury Lodge is a fantastic experience. The main attraction is the game drives, led by knowledgable guides in radio contact with each other. This means you've got a good chance of seeing lots of animals. We had some close views of elephant, rhino and giraffe, and saw cheetah as well. What isn't obvious when making a booking is that the rate is all inclusive (breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and two game drives a day).

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Safari Lodge

Our three day stay at Woodbury was wonderful from start to finish. Tim, the front desk manager greeted us and took our luggage up to our "room with a view". Jason, our driver and Safari guide, was knowledgable and very proficient. Thankfully he knew the dirt roads very well and also where the animals were likely to be spotted. We saw everything except the elusive leopard. The food was delicious, well prepared and presented. The bread is exceptional. (thanks for the recipe, Katrin) Thank you to all for a memorable experience. Gill and Terry, Canada.