Does Mongena Game Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mongena Game Lodge?

As of 2025/12/14, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mongena Game Lodge on 2025/12/22 start from NT$15,100, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Mongena Game Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mongena Game Lodge?

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

Where is Mongena Game Lodge located?

Situated in a regional park, this family-friendly lodge is in the same region as Union Buildings, University of Pretoria, and UNISA. Regional attractions also include Menlyn Park Shopping Centre.

Mongena Game Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

2025/4/26

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

2024/3/4

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

2024/3/11

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

Big 5 Game Lodge

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.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

2024/4/13

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Just wow!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Linton

2024/4/8

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mini Family Get away with a small baby !

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

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Lizel

2024/3/19

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

2021/10/20

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

Mongena went the extra mile and beyond

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!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Petro

2021/2/8

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

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yana

2019/3/2

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

Amazing Mongena

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

2018/1/20

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

Parfait

Sans probleme

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ane'mari

2017/9/4

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

Just Amazing!

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2017/8/7

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

Clean and tidy

Helpful staff, room clean, delicious breakfast

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2017/2/22

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

Great place to see Big 5 near Johannesburg

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.

6/10 Okay

Andrew

2017/1/17

Great quick getaway from Pretoria

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).

2/10 Terrible

JACOB

2017/1/2

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

there was no booking

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

2016/12/21

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

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

6/10 Okay

Mergandran

2016/12/20

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Okay getaway from the city without the long drive

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2016/10/3

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

Vk16

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2016/9/4

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

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.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Atlanta, GA (USA)

2016/5/3

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

Mongena must come again!

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

10/10 Excellent

Terje, Norway

2016/2/26

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

Extraordinary

This is simply a fantastic place to spend a few days in the bush. With zebras and nyalas grazing on the lawn you feel that you have come to a place that is out of this world. The lodge itself is top quality; not least the bathroom (spotless). Having lunch and dinner at Kingfisher is also very special while watching the crocodile in the pool underneath. The only negative thing to say is that it took a while to get the food the second day. We only saw two of the Big Five during our 2-day visit (elephant and buffalo), but a visit at Mongena will never fail because of the beauty of the place. Staff were very helpful; I must highlight in particular the rangers who came and pulled us out of the mud when we (shamefully) got stuck with our car. Will definitely try to come back some other time.

8/10 Good

Lee

2016/1/2

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Relaxing in South Africa

We arrived early but we're able to use the nice sized pool and enjoy the free roaming zebras. Mongena was very quiet, very relaxing. Our children, 6 & 9, enjoyed the pool, the safari, and near by monkey zoo(where we playing with baby lions and tigers). The food in the Kingfisher restaurant was wonderful and very well priced. The staff was kind and very helpful. The Rangers, Rainn and Gavin, were knowledgeable and informative. Ms. Mary at the front desk was very helpful. The only bad part of trip was that we were bitten in our sleep by many bugs even though we used tons of bug spray. The family cabin had an upstairs, where the children were to sleep, but it was so hot because the one compact A/C downstairs did nothing for the summer African heat. When we go back, it will be in fall or spring or maybe even winter. All in all, Mongena was a wonderful place to stay, learn, and relax!

8/10 Good

Elisabetta

2015/9/14

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Mi aspettavo qualcosa di meglio. ...

La scelta di questo lodge è stata dettata dalla necessità di essere vicini all'aeroporto di Johannesburg e fin lì tutto è stato ok. Per il resto devo dire che mi aspettavo molto di piu:la camera è relativamente piccola e soprattutto il bagno non è all'altezza della situazione con una doccia piccola e non molto confortevole. L'accoglienza alla reception è stata a dir poco essenziale, fredda e sbrigativa e il check out ancora di più !! Il servizio wifi esiste solo nella zona della reception e non è costante. Avevo bisogno di stampare le carte d'imbarco per il volo di ritorno e non c'è stata nessuna possibilità di riuscire a stampare! Il ristorante propone un buon menu di buon livello ma è così triste con i suoi tavolini di plastica e le sedie così scomode!!! Unici punti a favore sono sicuramente la colazione varia e abbondante e la compagnia di nyala e zebre sul prato intorno alle camere, ma il rapporto qualità/prezzo non mi invoglia sicuramente a ritornare in questa struttura.

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Auckland

2015/1/12

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

Mongena stay Dec 2014

We had a wonderful stay. The staff were attentive,friendly and the game drives were amazing with very informative guides. We saw all except for lepard of the big 5 including a Cheetah kill being eaten. It was clean and comfortable and the animals around the camp were lovely to watch. We saw a crocodile in the dam at the camp restaurant and if available order the sole fish, on the menu was of the best we'd ever eaten.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2020/11/30

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

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

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