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At the foot of Nelshoogte Pass, the colonial-style Dawson's Lodge offers a relaxing retreat with spa facilities and spectacular mountain panoramas. It has an outdoor pool and a spacious garden. Herds of zebras, giraffes and indigenous cattle roam the area, providing Dawson's guests with opportunities for wild animal watching. The perennial streams and waterfalls abound in trout, perfect for fishing. Each room at Dawsons Game Lodge is creatively decorated with rich colors and luxurious materials. All feature fireplaces and tea/coffee facilities. After a calming massage, guests can sample food characteristic of Mpumalanga Province at the lodge’s restaurant or outdoors. A romantic candlelit dinner can also be arranged. Dawson's Game Lodge is located a 3-hour drive from Johannesburg.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Living room:
3 sofa beds
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 full bed
Bedroom 4:
1 full bed
Bedroom 5:
3 twin beds
Bedroom 6:
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 7:
3 twin beds
Bedroom 8:
2 bunk beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
6.9
Low score for Badplaas
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tendani
    South Africa South Africa
    Traveling is amazing but.... Traveling on your birthday is special and if you travel to the right place then it's priceless. Dawsons is the gift that keeps giving nothing short of amazing. The pictures honestly don't capture the beauty of this...
  • Hanna
    South Africa South Africa
    Absolutely BEYOND EXCEPTIONAL! The detail and additional assistance, friendly and helpful staff - - there is just no other words than - - we will be back! This is the place to find peace and get yourself grounded! Thank you!
  • Virginia
    South Africa South Africa
    The place was to die for and the food 👌, it was quiet and peaceful
  • Nkosi
    South Africa South Africa
    The service was great, Lerato welcomed very well and was very friendly and very helpful
  • A
    Anonymous
    South Africa South Africa
    very tranquil bespoke and rustic experience. beautiful property
  • Daphne
    South Africa South Africa
    Truly a hidden gem and great stay for tranquility and relaxation. Excellent staff and the food absolutely divine. Hike to the Waterfall rejuvenating and great afternoon Safari Drive. Would definitely recommend.
  • Edward
    South Africa South Africa
    the Hospitality was excellent , from the door we were met with warmth, made my family felt very valued and the person in charge left nothing in question- all questions answered and in details. presentation stayed excellent including the dinning...
  • S&m
    South Africa South Africa
    Amazing Lodge beautifully decorated and comfortable, lovely spacious rooms looking out onto lovely grasslands and gardens. Delicious food and friendly staff. Beautiful scenic views with wildlife all around the Lodge grazing nearby. Large herds of...
  • Pumza
    South Africa South Africa
    Hospitality was really good. Hosted by Lerato and Musoni (excuse spelling error) they were both amazing at it. Compliments to the chef too, every meal was delicious from breakfast to dinner.
  • Nombulelo
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent service from Lerato and Msoni. Beautiful grounds and the room was very spacious.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Dawsons Game Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in the business center and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules
Dawsons Game Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Dawsons Game Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Dawsons Game Lodge

  • Check-in at Dawsons Game Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Dawsons Game Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Dawsons Game Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Spa facilities
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Archery
    • Game drives
  • Dawsons Game Lodge is 13.7 miles from the center of Badplaas. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Dawsons Game Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Dawsons Game Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Dawsons Game Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Chalet
    • Vacation Home
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Dawsons Game Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Breakfast to go