Black Rhino Game Lodge

Pilanesberg, South Africa

Virgin rating

Boma
Luxury Suite
Bedroom suite
Bedroom suite
Lounge area
Lounge area
Bedroom suite
Boma
Luxury Suite
Restaurant
Boma
Luxury Suite
Bedroom suite
Bedroom suite
Lounge area
Lounge area
Bedroom suite
Boma
Luxury Suite
Restaurant

The hotel

It may feel a million miles from anywhere, sitting at the foot of an old volcanic crater and hidden among Tamboti trees, but this Pilanesberg National Park pad is actually just a few hours’ drive from Jo’burg and 33km from the fun of Sun City. Its location makes it the ideal lodge for families, first-time safari seekers, and those wanting to mix game drives with Sun City’s attractions. Its handy setting doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on the safari experience though, with this malaria-free game reserve home to the famous Big Five and other photo album-favourites, and Black Rhino Game Lodge overlooking a popular wildlife-attracting waterhole.

Amenities

  • Safari
  • Bar
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On the western side of the malaria-free, 'Big Five' Pilanesberg National Park of South Africa's North West Province.

Hotel information

23 suites. All with a private patio, air-conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini fridge, and an open plan bathroom with a closed toilet, separate bath and shower, as well as an outdoor shower in the majority of suites. Luxury Suites feature either 1 king-size bed, or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children (under the age of 12 years).

Full Board includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Twice daily game-drives.

Please note: Transfers, beverages and conservation fees are payable directly at the lodge on departure.

Restaurant with open plan lounge and dining areas. Bar. Boma area.

3 plunge pools. Viewing deck. Daily game-drives. Guided bush walks*. Bird watching. In-room spa treatments*.

Laundry service*. Babysitting service*.

Conservation fees (currently R 121.00 per person per night, and R 71.00 per child 4-11 years per night) are payable directly at the lodge on departure. Subject to increase in 2021/2022 without prior notification.

* Denotes local charge. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A beautiful remote lodge in a spectacular park

Dec 1, 2024 cptncash Melle, Belgium

We stayed here for 2 nights to conclude our trip in South Africa. Seeing the animals in the wild, in their natural habitat, was absolutely incredible. The guides were friendly and knowledgable, and despite the heavy drought we saw plenty of life on 3 of the 4 game drives. Because of the drought, the lodge surroundings looked a bit bare, but this… Read more
We stayed here for 2 nights to conclude our trip in South Africa. Seeing the animals in the wild, in their natural habitat, was absolutely incredible. The guides were friendly and knowledgable, and despite the heavy drought we saw plenty of life on 3 of the 4 game drives. Because of the drought, the lodge surroundings looked a bit bare, but this is not something they can control (without wasting valuable water for gardening). The lodge was styled in a fun safari-chique way, and at some point a family of elephants even walked passed the main building, which was the highlight of our stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating First world comforts in the bush

Nov 23, 2024 E4028GKmikem Johannesburg, South Africa

Black Rhino is a small game lodge on the northern edge of the Pilanesberg reserve. Our accommodations were excellent, as was the service from a friendly and well trained staff. Game drives in open vehicles are a big part of the experience, and there's lots to see, with radio links allowing drivers to get to the "must have" sightings.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great lodge, lovely gamedrives

Nov 22, 2024 carbre474878

The lodge was really nice and comfortable. The gamedrives were lovely, due to the big Pilanesbergpark it’s a little harder to see a lot of animals in comparisson to a smaller park. But we managed to see all 5!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Black Rhino Lodge weekend getaway

Nov 20, 2024 hrensb507965 Pretoria, South Africa

We visited Black Rhino Lodge over the weekend of 15-17 November 2024. In general a ten out of ten experience. We saw the Big 5 in the Pilanesberg National Park before 9H30 on Saturday morning the 16th of November which was definitely a highlight of our trip. The food taste and quality served was absolutely fantastic. Also the amount of food served… Read more
We visited Black Rhino Lodge over the weekend of 15-17 November 2024. In general a ten out of ten experience. We saw the Big 5 in the Pilanesberg National Park before 9H30 on Saturday morning the 16th of November which was definitely a highlight of our trip. The food taste and quality served was absolutely fantastic. Also the amount of food served was more than sufficient. The room and bathroom are spacious and neat and even an outside shower is attached to the bathroom. We would go more often if a bit less pricey. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best Safari Lodge we could imagine

Nov 13, 2024 mmeyer409089

We loved everytjing about the trip. From the cozy rooms over the amazing meals to the perfect game drives with our guide Dolfie! Definitely recommend!!