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Mongena Game Lodge

City of Tshwane, City of Tshwane

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4.4/5

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5.0/526 Apr 2025

Kevin • Family Trip

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.

5.0/513 Apr 2024

Richard • Solo Trip

Just wow!

5.0/54 Mar 2024

Jason • Trip with Friends

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

5.0/520 Oct 2021

Mark • Family Trip

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!

5.0/58 Feb 2021

Petro • Trip with Friends

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.

5.0/52 Mar 2019

Yana • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/520 Jan 2018

Nicole • Family Trip

Sans probleme

5.0/54 Sep 2017

Ane'mari • Family Trip

This was an amazing stay and cannot wait to visit again.

5.0/522 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

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.

5.0/521 Dec 2016

Marlene • Couple Trip

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

5.0/53 May 2016

Cynthia

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

4.0/58 Apr 2024

Linton • Family Trip

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

4.0/511 Mar 2024

Colin • Couple Trip

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.

4.0/57 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

Helpful staff, room clean, delicious breakfast

4.0/53 Oct 2016

Verified traveler

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

4.0/54 Sep 2016

Verified traveler

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.

3.0/519 Mar 2024

Lizel

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.

3.0/517 Jan 2017

Andrew • Couple Trip

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).

3.0/520 Dec 2016

Mergandran • Family Trip

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.

1.0/52 Jan 2017

JACOB • Couple Trip

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Rust de Winter Road, Dinokeng Game Reserve, Hammanskraal, Gauteng, ZA

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Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-6:00 PM

Check-out10:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM. 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. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

About Mongena Game Lodge

Mongena Game Lodge Location
Located in Hammanskraal, Mongena Game Lodge is in a regional park and within the region of Union Buildings and University of Pretoria. This family-friendly lodge is within the region of UNISA and Menlyn Park Shopping Centre.

Mongena Game Lodge Facility and Service
You can experience a safari, and enjoy an outdoor pool. This lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Mongena Game Lodge Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy African cuisine at Kingfisher, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 - Thu, 27 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children