Lion Tree Top Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Lion Tree Top Lodge in Guernsey Nature Reserve offers family rooms with private bathrooms, featuring parquet floors and river views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, minibar, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and hot tub. The lodge provides a restaurant with a romantic ambience, serving South African cuisine, and a bar. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and kosher. Dinner features local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and a variety of beverages. Nearby Attractions: Located 40 km from Orpen Gate and Timbavati Private Nature & Game Reserve, the lodge offers easy access to Blyde River Canyon and Drakensig Golf Club. Guests appreciate the convenience for a peaceful nature-centric trip.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Buffet

Free parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kim
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location, wonderful experience, fantastic food and company of the new owners”
Thomas
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had an amazing stay at Lion Tree. Lynn, Brian and the rest of the staff made us feel very welcome. The tree houses are comfortable, clean and you are surrounded by nature. Many animals come by the water hole, which you can admire from the...”
Audrey
Netherlands Netherlands
“Loved the tree house and the food is amazing. Unfortunately after 2 nights we had to go to another accommodation because the treehouse we booked was recked by an animal. The food there was not so good and the atmosphere at lion tree house was way...”
Willemijn
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had a great stay at Lion Tree! Lynn and Brian and the entire staff made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The area is beautiful and there’s lots of things to do. The food was absolutely amazing and it was a great experience to have it by the...”
Marleen
Netherlands Netherlands
“The owners and the staff were so kind! We arrived as guests and left as friends. Having diner together with a campfire underneath the stars. There are a lot of options to do tours (safari or Panorama route) and the staff will take care of...”
Andrew
Australia Australia
“The treetop lodges were quirky and a new experience of living in the bush. Great hosts and very comfortable. Breakfast and dinner were great! Thank you Donald for a great bush walk.”
Gracielle
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had an more than amazing stay. The staff is very helpfull. We had a wonderful big tree lodge with outside shower and perfect views. The outside diner at the fire place is so nice. We also loved it that the owner gives you special attention...”
Martine
Netherlands Netherlands
“Lynn, Bryan and Donald make you feel very welcome in the lodge and the chefs cook the best dinners. The room is lovely and clean. Would love to return one day.”
Ama-p
Netherlands Netherlands
“Lynn and Brian are very welcoming hosts, it was the perfect start of our holiday! And also great love to their staff Tandi and Flory, who made us feel very at home and who prepared lovely meals. The safari tips from Lynn and Brian were also...”
Belinda
South Africa South Africa
“Love their tent tree house, it’s beautiful, spacious, clean & practical for travellers. The whole experience of having dinner outside the bom fire, it’s authentic….my kids loved it. The food was so delicious, always looked forward for the...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Lion Tree Top Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 3 years are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

3+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 900 per person, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Lion Tree Top 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.