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Mongena Game Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge in Hammanskraal with safari and outdoor pool

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Mongena Game Lodge, an upscale family-friendly lodge near Dinokeng Game Reserve, offers a safari adventure with game and wildlife viewing. Unwind by the poolside bar or enjoy breakfast at Kingfisher restaurant with garden views. The lodge provides free full breakfast, laundry facilities, volleyball on site and babysitting services for families.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Meeting rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY3,380
CNY3,953 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27

Why we love this property

Culinary adventures
The lodge offers free full breakfast and African cuisine with garden views at the restaurant. Couples can indulge in private dining or unwind at the bar.
Wild retreat experience
This lodge in a regional park offers ecotours, safaris, and fishing adventures. Guests can savor outdoor dining at the restaurant.
Sleep in style
Slip into dreamland on memory foam mattresses with premium bedding. The lodge offers turndown service and blackout drapes for uninterrupted slumber.

Room options

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Twin Room | 6 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 6 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Family Room | 6 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rust de Winter Road, Dinokeng Game Reserve, Hammanskraal, Gauteng, 400

What's nearby

  • Pretoria Information Center - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Dinokeng Info Office and Reception - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Oracle Covenant Church - 18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Renbro Center - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
  • The Carousel Casino - 23 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ritsako - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arlington Brewery & Cider - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Halfway House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Kingfisher Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Mongena Game Lodge

Mongena Game Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Hammanskraal. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Kingfisher, which serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Volleyball
  • Ecotours
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Boat tours
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Kingfisher - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Tshukudu Bar - This cocktail bar overlooks the garden. Open daily.
Boma dinner - This theme restaurant specializes in African cuisine. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.

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:
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 250
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 125 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Gala Dinner on May 09 per adult: ZAR 150
  • Gala Dinner on May 09 per child: ZAR 125
  • Resort fee: ZAR 80 per person, per night

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mongena Game Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mongena Game Lodge 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 Mongena Game Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Mongena Game Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mongena Game Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mongena Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Mongena Game Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have a casino, but The Carousel Casino (27-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Mongena Game Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and boat tours. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours, volleyball, and game viewing. Mongena Game Lodge also has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Mongena Game Lodge?

Yes, Kingfisher offers alfresco dining, African cuisine, and garden views.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Food
Animals
Bathroom

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at Mongena. Our 4 year old daughter loved having zebras and impalas walking around the lodge. The game drives were amazing, the guides were knowledgeable and very friendly.
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Mini Family Get away with a small baby !

Our overall experience was great. It was a family holiday with our 4 month old baby and it did not feel stressful at all. The family room was really nice and spacious and was able to accommodate our mobile cot and the there was a tub which was great bath our little one. The food at the restaurant blew our expectations and we were pleasantly surprised that lunch was also included in our package. The restaurant staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The game drives were really good and we saw quite a bit of Game, however it felt like some of the rangers weren’t very clued up on the park and just relied on radio comms to take guest to a sighting. Providing a bit more info on the park, bird life, fauna and flora etc of the area would have been nice to complete the overall experience
Linton, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The staff, catering, and game drives were exceptional. The game drives, in particular, stood out; Erin was the best game ranger we've ever had the pleasure of accompanying, making our stay truly memorable. However, the accommodation does not meet the expectations of a 4-star rating. While the bed was comfortable, the bathroom urgently requires an upgrade. The shower was unclean, and the fittings were significantly rusted—an issue that does not necessitate a full renovation to address. Additionally, the lack of 2-point plugs for charging devices is a noticeable inconvenience, especially since this is a basic amenity. Unfortunately, the current state of the accommodations does not justify the high rates charged.
Lizel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of my favorite resorts Access to big 5 game lodge so close to JHB but the team at mongena go above and beyond to make your stay amazing You will leave refreshed and with full bowl of soul food Game sightings were amazing
Jason, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Big 5 Game Lodge

A beautiful game lodge not too far from Pretoria where you can see all the big 5 game! Our ranger Andrew was excellent and being full board, we were very happy with the food.
Colin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Just wow!
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Mongena went the extra mile and beyond

I initially booked the Barnhouse, but didn't realize the Barnhouse is about a 15 minute drive from the main lodge area. We were planning to eat our meals at the lodge's Kingfisher restaurant, but we had to rely on the rangers to take us from the Barnhouse to the main lodge area, as there is no self-driving permitted. The Barnhouse is really nice and it's perfect if you're looking for a secluded place and plan to cook or barbecue for most of your meals, but I was expecting it to be within walking distance of the restaurant, so it wasn't what I was expecting. We hadn't brought much food, so we were really hungry that first day. Once we got to the restaurant and had a meal, we were in a much better mood, and it helped that we were served by a wonderful waiter named Isaac. The next day was a Monday, and the front desk was aware that the Barnhouse wasn't ideal for us, so fortunately they had a vacancy at the main lodge and put us in a two-story cottage that was perfect for us. During our three-night stay, we did two morning tours and one evening tour with ranger Matt who was very knowledgeable and kept the conversation lively. Matt also took our two sons along to feed animals near the reception area. After posting pictures of the animals we saw during our tours on my Facebook page, my friends from other parts of the world mentioned they loved seeing animals that they typically only see in a zoo, and some are now motivated to come to Africa!
Mark, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great weekend with friends. The food was very good and the game drives amazing. The location - so close to the city - is the cherry on top.
Petro, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Mongena

We had an amazing 2nd stay at Mongena, the game drives are amazing so much to see, birds, wildlife, plants, trees, everything just great. The staff are so helpful and professional. it was a lovely stay and if we get the chance in the future we will definitely go back again.
Yana, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Parfait

Sans probleme
Nicole, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Just Amazing!

This was an amazing stay and cannot wait to visit again.
Ane'mari, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean and tidy

Helpful staff, room clean, delicious breakfast
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to see Big 5 near Johannesburg

So near to Johannesburg that I took an uber there, as I didn't have a rental car. There are zebras grazing all over the property, at breakfast, by the pool. Dinner at the hotel restaurant as very nice, I was on my own and the staff took excellent care of me. Very good breakfast buffet too. The highlight was the game drive/safari the hotel operates. Maybe I was lucky, but an elephant came right up to us, and then took a bath in the lake just in front of us. Magical experience. Also saw a giraffe, lions and rhinos from a little further away. Nice wine tasting on the tour, very knowledgeable staff, stunning sunset. Highly recommended.
Verified

6/10 Good

Great quick getaway from Pretoria

Hotel was nice but could be much better with little things. The Manager was wonderful. And the food in the restaurant was delicious -both dinner and breakfast. Order the ostrich steak for dinner! A few minor complaints -- nobody told us that we needed to book game drives in advance, but we learned when we arrived that anyone (not just hotel guests) can book game drives. The Manager worked it out for us. The next morning we got up early for a game drive and then proceeded to wait for non-hotel guests to arrive. Eventually we went out without the others and were tracking a lion when the non-hotel guests decided to arrive. We had to turn back to get them and we didn't get to see the lion. Even the tracker was disappointed. I get it that the hotel makes more money with a full vehicle, but come on! The game drives were pleasant. Over two game drives, we say elephant, rhino (I spotted them, not the guide or tracker!), giraffe, hippos, and many other animals. The honeymoon suite is large, but a bit dated. It's also right next to the restaurant so people are walking by constantly. I still liked it, though! The standard rooms and family rooms are quite nice. I would highly recommend this hotel, but it needs to pay slightly greater attention to customer service details (like offering to have someone assist with bags).
Verified

2/10 Poor

there was no booking
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Montana Game Lodge, the staff and Marina especially are awesome! Always!!
Verified

6/10 Good

Okay getaway from the city without the long drive

Mongena is only an hour away from Johannesburg so you're able to get the seclusion and peace of a game farm without spending too long getting there. The check-in process was efficient - we booked a family suite and a game drive ahead of time, both of which were confirmed on arrival. The family suite consists of a master bedroom downstairs, together with a separate bath/shower and toilet. Upstairs is another bedroom with twin beds. The rooms are air conditioned, which is an absolute must in the summer months. The grounds are well kept - and there are zebras and deer roaming around the chalets, which is quite a treat for the kids. There is a pool on the property but, on a hot day, expect to have lots of other guests keeping you company. We booked a game drive for the afternoon - in an open-side vehicle. The guides were very knowledgeable and friendly, the entire trip taking approximately 2.5 hours. We saw 2 of the Big 5 as well as a host of other animals - this is a well stocked area so expect to see plenty! There is also a stop for sun-downers at a picnic spot overlooking the dam - very picturesque and worth a few snaps. We booked dinner at the Kingfisher restaurant - great location overlooking a smaller dam, complete with a crocodile in the water below. Food was uniformly average, not bad just not particularly good. Venison was over-cooked. Service was attentive.Breakfast the next morning was standard hotel fare, with a few too many flies for comfort.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Vk16

Door omstandigheden was er geen plaats in de lodge maar was 500 meter verderop accommodatie geregeld. Keurig netjes . Moesten alleen voor de maaltijden en de drives naar de hoofdlodge. Wel gezsllig ging dwars door open terrein en zagen nog wat beesten
Verified

8/10 Very good

abbiamo soggiornato in questa struttura per 2 notti. Tutto molto bello e curato. Personale molto disponibile, solo un po' lenti nel servizio ristorante ma comunque buono. Molto interessanti anche i safari organizzati col ranger.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Mongena must come again!

My stay was FANTABULOUS!!!! Service AND food was IMPECCABLE
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Extraordinary

This is simply a fantastic place to spend a few days in the bush. With zebras and nyalas grazing on the lawn you feel that you have come to a place that is out of this world. The lodge itself is top quality; not least the bathroom (spotless). Having lunch and dinner at Kingfisher is also very special while watching the crocodile in the pool underneath. The only negative thing to say is that it took a while to get the food the second day. We only saw two of the Big Five during our 2-day visit (elephant and buffalo), but a visit at Mongena will never fail because of the beauty of the place. Staff were very helpful; I must highlight in particular the rangers who came and pulled us out of the mud when we (shamefully) got stuck with our car. Will definitely try to come back some other time.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Relaxing in South Africa

We arrived early but we're able to use the nice sized pool and enjoy the free roaming zebras. Mongena was very quiet, very relaxing. Our children, 6 & 9, enjoyed the pool, the safari, and near by monkey zoo(where we playing with baby lions and tigers). The food in the Kingfisher restaurant was wonderful and very well priced. The staff was kind and very helpful. The Rangers, Rainn and Gavin, were knowledgeable and informative. Ms. Mary at the front desk was very helpful. The only bad part of trip was that we were bitten in our sleep by many bugs even though we used tons of bug spray. The family cabin had an upstairs, where the children were to sleep, but it was so hot because the one compact A/C downstairs did nothing for the summer African heat. When we go back, it will be in fall or spring or maybe even winter. All in all, Mongena was a wonderful place to stay, learn, and relax!
Verified

8/10 Very good

Mi aspettavo qualcosa di meglio. ...

La scelta di questo lodge è stata dettata dalla necessità di essere vicini all'aeroporto di Johannesburg e fin lì tutto è stato ok. Per il resto devo dire che mi aspettavo molto di piu:la camera è relativamente piccola e soprattutto il bagno non è all'altezza della situazione con una doccia piccola e non molto confortevole. L'accoglienza alla reception è stata a dir poco essenziale, fredda e sbrigativa e il check out ancora di più !! Il servizio wifi esiste solo nella zona della reception e non è costante. Avevo bisogno di stampare le carte d'imbarco per il volo di ritorno e non c'è stata nessuna possibilità di riuscire a stampare! Il ristorante propone un buon menu di buon livello ma è così triste con i suoi tavolini di plastica e le sedie così scomode!!! Unici punti a favore sono sicuramente la colazione varia e abbondante e la compagnia di nyala e zebre sul prato intorno alle camere, ma il rapporto qualità/prezzo non mi invoglia sicuramente a ritornare in questa struttura.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Mongena stay Dec 2014

We had a wonderful stay. The staff were attentive,friendly and the game drives were amazing with very informative guides. We saw all except for lepard of the big 5 including a Cheetah kill being eaten. It was clean and comfortable and the animals around the camp were lovely to watch. We saw a crocodile in the dam at the camp restaurant and if available order the sole fish, on the menu was of the best we'd ever eaten.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip