Reviews of iKhaya LamaDube Game Lodge
Boekenhoutkloof Road, Dinokeng Game Reserve, 0400 Klipdrift, South Africa
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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe quietness and the animals and bird life Were right on our doorstep very peaceful.
Nothing
Thank you for sharing your experience, Ashton. We’re grateful you chose to spend your time with us and hope you’ll return when you’re ready for another quiet escape.
Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewNo breakfast very dissapointing
no television
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, Luther-Leslie. We’re glad to hear the room met your expectations. iKhaya is a self-catering lodge, and while we don’t offer breakfast or include amenities like televisions or minibars, this is clearly communicated across our platforms and is part of our focus on privacy and uninterrupted rest in nature. That said, we always value hearing what guests feel would enhance their experience.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, Luther-Leslie. We’re glad to hear the room met your expectations. iKhaya is a self-catering lodge, and while we don’t offer breakfast or include amenities like televisions or minibars, … Show more
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful and Perfect luxury Villa with wonderful attention to detail. Staff were so helpful and friendly. Communication from the lodge was very good. We would definitely recommend it and return!
The only things we could say: A Guest / staff member or contract worker (not sure) was talking very loudly next door for quite some time. Outside Decking needed a bit of work and had some screws sticking out. We totally loved our stay, it was amazing! Over all the villa and stay was exceptional <3
Nicole, your words reflect exactly the kind of atmosphere we hope each guest experiences - thank you for taking the time to share them. We're so glad the views and overall stay left a lasting impression. We’ll look into the noise you mentioned to ensure it doesn’t affect the sense of peace we aim to preserve, and the issue with the decking is already being seen to. We’d love to welcome you back when you’re next in need of a bush escape.
Nicole, your words reflect exactly the kind of atmosphere we hope each guest experiences - thank you for taking the time to share them. We're so glad the views and overall stay left a lasting impression. We’ll look into the noise you m… Show more
Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe had such a great weekend at iKhaya LamaDube. The unit was magnificant, clean and comfortable. Everything you need is right there. The service from the moment you arrive until you leave is exceptional and personal. We felt like VIPs. You don't even need to leave the lodge. Just stay there and enjoy the surroundings. We look forward to our next visit there.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. Knowing you felt both comfortable and well cared for throughout your stay is exactly what we aim for. We’re delighted you enjoyed the lodge and its surroundings and look forward to welcoming you back.
Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThis place is really well decorated and kitted out, most comfortable and quite. also very clean
Not iKhaya LamaDube's fault at all, but the game viewing was a bit dissapointing (saw none of the big 5)
Carl, thank you for highlighting the comfort and design of the cottage. We’re sorry the wildlife viewing didn’t match your hopes – nature can be unpredictable. We’re glad the lodge itself provided a quiet, restful base and hope you’ll visit again.
Carl, thank you for highlighting the comfort and design of the cottage. We’re sorry the wildlife viewing didn’t match your hopes – nature can be unpredictable. We’re glad the lodge itself provided a quiet, restful base and hope you’ll vis… Show more
Reviewed: 14 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe loved that it was just outside of Pretoria and close to home. The special touches to detail were not unnoticed and so appreciated. The staff were super friendly and helpful. We loved our stay and will definitely be back to visit and recommend this stay to friends.
We loved everything. Nothing we didn't like.
Kym, we appreciate you sharing how the location and thoughtful details made your weekend away feel special. It’s wonderful to hear you felt welcomed and comfortable throughout. We’d be happy to have you back when you need another quick getaway.
Kym, we appreciate you sharing how the location and thoughtful details made your weekend away feel special. It’s wonderful to hear you felt welcomed and comfortable throughout. We’d be happy to have you back when you need another quick get… Show more
Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewDidn't like the fact there are no curtains on sliding door and kitchen windows.
Thanks for your feedback, Thabo. We’re glad the overall experience met your expectations and appreciate you pointing out what stood out less positively. We aim to keep the balance between openness to nature and comfort, but we understand that preferences vary and always value input like yours.
Thanks for your feedback, Thabo. We’re glad the overall experience met your expectations and appreciate you pointing out what stood out less positively. We aim to keep the balance between openness to nature and comfort, but we understan… Show more
Reviewed: 5 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful place and staff were very friendly. There are a few restaurants that are nearby. Overall good stay
The one route to get to the lodge definitely requires a big car or a bakkie to get there. So beware of the road if you have a small car
Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s great to know you enjoyed the surroundings and felt well supported by our team. The road access does depend on the route and recent weather, but we feel it adds to the experience, however your note is a fair one. We hope to welcome you again, whichever wheels bring you back.
Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s great to know you enjoyed the surroundings and felt well supported by our team. The road access does depend on the route and recent weather, but we feel it adds to the experience, however your n… Show more
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe staff decorated the bedrooms so beautifully!
Having to walk outside to the bathroom in the safari tent.
We appreciate your kind comments and your mention of the unique safari tent layout. It's part of the experience for some, though we understand it may not suit all preferences. We're glad the care taken by our team made an impression during your stay.
We appreciate your kind comments and your mention of the unique safari tent layout. It's part of the experience for some, though we understand it may not suit all preferences. We're glad the care taken by our team made an impressi… Show more
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe linen and the view from the log cabin
Thank you for your kind words. It's wonderful to hear that the quality of the space and the finer touches added to your stay. We hope the view from the log cabin gave you exactly the quiet moment you needed.
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGravel Road
We’re pleased the stay felt lovely overall, and thank you for your patience with the gravel route. It’s something many bush getaways share, and we’re glad it didn’t take away from your time here.
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewAll I can say is WOW!!! The pictures did not do the venue justice. The staff were amazing. The hosts were awesome. My partner and I have not had such a great break away at such a lovely venue…. Thank you!
Nothing to negative to say at all.
Milenko, we’re grateful for your words. It’s always rewarding when the reality of the stay exceeds expectations. We’re especially glad to know your time here offered the kind of break you were hoping for.
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe lodge was nice, private and tranquil. The stuff was very helpful and nice. Always a phone call away. Definitely planning to go back.
wifi was slow.
Thank you, Boroko. We’re happy to hear the privacy and atmosphere added value to your trip. Wi-Fi can sometimes be affected by the remote location, though we continue to monitor and optimise where possible. We look forward to having you back.
Thank you, Boroko. We’re happy to hear the privacy and atmosphere added value to your trip. Wi-Fi can sometimes be affected by the remote location, though we continue to monitor and optimise where possible. We look forward to having y… Show more
Reviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewPeace of mind, the quietness of the place just enjoying nature and watching the animals
Thank you, Sedzani. It’s always encouraging to know when the stillness of the reserve and the presence of wildlife create that kind of calm. We hope it stays with you until next time.
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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