Thonga Beach Lodge
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Thonga Beach Lodge
Lodge
Isimangaliso Wetland Park, Elephant Coast, St Lucia Park, KwaZulu-Natal, 3815, South Africa
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Diving
Snorkeling
Spa
Massage room
Private parkingFree
Airport pick-up
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Property Description
Located in uMhlabuyalingana, Thonga Beach Lodge is in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Lake Sibaya. This beach guesthouse is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Mabibi Beach and 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Rocktail Bay.
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9.5/10
AmazingCleanliness9.5
Amenities9.5
Location9.5
Service9.5
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Mabibi Campsite
(550m)
Landmarks: Lake Sibayi
(1.8 km)
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Rooms
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Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Twin Room With Ocean View
Has window
Non-smoking
Bathtub or shower
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Twin Room With Forest View
Has window
Non-smoking
Bathtub or shower
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1
Family Room With Forest View
2 single beds and 1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Garden view
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3
Deluxe Family Room With Private Pool
2 single beds and 1 queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
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4
Deluxe Double Room With Private Pool
1 queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Guest Reviews
9.5/10
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41 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.5
- Amenities9.5
- Location9.5
- Service9.5
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Patricia T
March 25, 2025
What a hidden gem! The drive across the sand dunes to get to Thonga Beach gives you a glimpse of what you have to come. Top quality beach hideaway on the edge of Africa. Indian Ocean is warm and welcoming and the hotel is extremely well appointed. We loved the Ocean Experience (yes, swam with turtles!) and the forest walk, sundowners by the lake. The food is excellent and the staff are super attentive. Nothing to do but relax.
Ragnhild R
February 22, 2025
Charming straw cottages, comfortable beds, very good food! Friendly and helpful staff, and we loved having all meals outdoors! Monkeys visiting for breakfast and turtelwatching after dinner in moonlight! We enjoyed every minute of our stay, and might be coming back some day!
Leontko
December 25, 2024
I give this 5 stars solely because it has the most beautiful untouched beach I’ve ever seen in my life. Absolutely beautiful view and a wondrous experience. My wife and I stayed here for 3 nights. To get here, it was a ~3 hour ride from Durban airport followed by a 1hr ride on a 4WD on some of the bumpiest roads I’ve ridden on. The trip here was pretty arduous and I got quite car sick for the last part. ROOMS: The rooms were alright and pleasant. It was big and spacious but not fancy. I presume it’s hard to get building materials and equipment up here. MEALS: TBH, I disliked their lunches very much. It was always cold and unappetising. They served it in a “high tea” sort of way which didn’t do it for me. Breakfast and dinner was great however. ACTIVITIES: We did the ocean experience which was definitely exciting and new. We managed to see two whales. But it was SUPER BUMPY so be warned! We also did the evening sunset trip down to the lake which was very pleasant and enjoyable.
Jill A
December 23, 2024
A beautiful place to unwind and de-stess. Although there were many families, the rooms are very private and there are plenty of beach activities so I didn't feel crowded by them. The food is delicious. The bird watching and sunset drives were relaxing and interesting and the turtle sightings were phenomenal. I will be back again.
Guest User
June 18, 2025
Wonderful stay in beautiful room and stunning nature! Very friendly and helpful staff. Top meals and fun activities. !
Sweder
December 16, 2024
First rate service all round. We’re vegans, not the easiest to cater for. The team at Thonga Beach went out of their way not only to meet our dietary needs but to make our meals inventive and full of flavour. From the barista remembering our coffee order to the friendliness of the staff, the knowledge and enthusiasm of the guides, the skill of the chefs and the therapists, we were made to feel special from start to finish. By the way, the owners and management are fully committed to the local environment. It was a pleasure to spend time with you all. Ashley & Katharine, UK
Guest User
June 15, 2025
The food was outstanding…. Everyone was so helpful and accommodating. All activities were well run and I can highly recommend having a go at what’s on offer. It was a wonderful experience. Thank you staff for making it so memorable!
Guest User
June 15, 2025
A magical place with some wonderful staff who make everything incredibly special. Can’t recommend it enough. Fabulous for some post Comrades recovery!
Guest User
May 21, 2025
Everything about our experience was amazing. The people, the service, the activities, food and remote, beautiful setting. The accommodations are highest quality and beautifully designed. Loved the outdoor shower with view of the ocean!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Diving
Snorkeling
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Bar
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Children's pool
Playground
Childcare service
Additional charge
Wi-Fi in public areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Spa
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Safe at front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Afrikaans
Zulu
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby bar
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Spa
Additional charge
Water sports equipment
Diving
Snorkeling
Activities
Private beach area
Public beach
Public Areas
Picnic area
No smoking in public areas
Garden
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Playground
Childcare service
Additional charge
Children's meals available
Children's pool
Business Services
Wedding service
Accessibility
Pool ramp available
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Smoke detector
Fire extinguisher
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 13:00–18:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]06:00–18:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 3 years old and under | Extra crib: Free |
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
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Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 12
Located in uMhlabuyalingana, Thonga Beach Lodge is in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Lake Sibaya. This beach guesthouse is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Mabibi Beach and 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Rocktail Bay.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. This guesthouse also features wireless internet access (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
At Thonga Beach Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a library. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private balconies. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. This guesthouse also features wireless internet access (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
At Thonga Beach Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a library. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private balconies. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.