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LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Bethlehem lodge

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Restaurant
Reception
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9.4

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Klein Bloemhof, Farm, Bethlehem, Free State, 9700
  • Popular LocationDihlabeng Mall41 min drive
  • Popular LocationClarens Brewery66 min drive
  • Popular LocationClarens Kloof Mountain Trail67 min drive

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  • Park view
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About the neighborhood

Bethlehem

In Bethlehem .Within the region of this Bethlehem lodge, you'll find Clarens Brewery and Basotho Cultural Village. Drakensberg Mountains is 23.5 mi (37.9 km) away.
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What's nearby

  • Dihlabeng Mall - 41 min drive
  • Bethlehem Medical Centre - 45 min drive
  • Clarens Brewery - 66 min drive
  • Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail - 67 min drive
  • Basotho Cultural Village - 80 min drive

About this property

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Bethlehem lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary was completed in November 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bethlehem lodge.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary offers 22 accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Zulu

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Free crib
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 7500 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
  • Laundry fee: ZAR 200 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open January 01 and close December 31.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lionsrock Bethlehem
Lionsrock Lodge
Lionsrock Lodge Bethlehem
Lionsrock
Lionsrock Lodge
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Lodge
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Bethlehem
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Lodge Bethlehem

Frequently asked questions

Does LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary have an airport shuttle?

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 7500 per vehicle, roundtrip.

Does LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary offer free breakfast?

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary have a pool?

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary features an outdoor pool.

Does LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary to downtown Bethlehem?

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary is 9.9 mi away from Bethlehem.

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Great atmosphere, good staff members
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place - and very nice staff - strongly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Divan, Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accommodation and wonderful overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unexpected treat!
Lovely family cabins, stunning views, and great food. It was a bonus being a wild cat sanctuary. Lovely play spaces for the kids too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good time
Good stay, only problem was our room was located far from the reception office and we had no wifi servide in room.

10/10 Excellent

Toshi , Bryanston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service
I never stayed in a lodge lie this, all, really all the staff were so friendly and helpful smiling all the time. I was also impressed of their way of thining toward animals, rescuing them from Europe and Australia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sam and Geoff , Adelaide South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very underrated, amazing place!
We arrived thinking it was a private cat rescue place, how wrong could we have been! Lovely property, good food, great location and staff, what a great job they do there. If you're in any way an animal lover, this place is a must. Absolutely exceeded our expectations, stop being so humble guys you are underselling yourselves. Loved or stay there :)

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best choice around Bethlehem
And it is for a very good cause, too. This was our 2nd visit and we were just as happy as on the first. Great home cooking, too. Excellent value for money.

10/10 Excellent

manu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort