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Family Room, Shonalanga Lodge in Saint Lucia Estuary
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7.5

Very good

173 reviews

173 reviews

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7.5

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Hluhluwe Airport 41.4 km
Richards Bay Airport 51.0 km
Ulundi Airport 97.5 km
King Shaka International Airport 186.5 km
Pietermaritzburg Airport 241.6 km

Shonalanga Lodge

57 McKenzie Street, St Lucia, Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa, 3936 - See map

Conveniently situated in the St Lucia part of Saint Lucia Estuary, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 3-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Daily housekeeping

Garden

Fishing

Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

BBQ facilities

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Game room

Bicycles

Laundry service

Value for money5.8
Location rating7.5

Rooms available at Shonalanga Lodge

Family Room
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 4 single beds
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Family Room
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 4 single beds
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Apartment
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds & 1 single be...
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Twin/Double Room
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds
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Twin/Double Room
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds
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1 Bedroom en-suite (Upstairs)
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    Room Assigned on Arrival
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      ENSUITE 2 TWIN BEDS 1 BEDROOM
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        2 Bedroom 3 Sleeper SC Unit (Downstairs)
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          3 BEDS SEPARATE ROOMS
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            Frequently asked questions

            What type of water sports activities are available at Shonalanga Lodge?

            Shonalanga Lodge features water sport activities which include fishing, and snorkeling for you to enjoy and make the most use of your time here.

            What kinds of entertainment are available at Shonalanga Lodge?

            Shonalanga Lodge features games room while you remain at this property, providing visitors with entertainment value all throughout your remain here.

            What are the property's policies for children's bedding at Shonalanga Lodge?

            Shonalanga Lodge's policy regarding children's bedding considers guests age 3 years and older as adults, and therefore requires an extra bed which will incur an additional cost. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

            How long do visitors typically stay at Shonalanga Lodge?

            Verified past guests that have stayed at Shonalanga Lodge had an average nightly stay of 1 night at this property.

            What was the average room rate for Shonalanga Lodge been in the past month?

            The typical room rate for Shonalanga Lodge in the past month is 389.46 ZAR, compared to city's average of 1114.16 ZAR.

            What do verified guests love most about Shonalanga Lodge?

            Verified guests that stayed at Shonalanga Lodge have given this property a rating of 7.5 for its exceptional location as the major highlight for their stay.

            What is the verified guest review consensus about Shonalanga Lodge's spa?

            67.0% of our past guest assessments have given a positive review and remarks about this property's spa. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Shonalanga Lodge down in the review section.

            What is the average rating that past Solo travelers' have given to Shonalanga Lodge?

            Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Shonalanga Lodge an average rating of 7.8. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

            What is the typical rating that verified Couples' have given to Shonalanga Lodge?

            Past couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Shonalanga Lodge an average rating of 7.0. You can look up on more detailed customer critiques, and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

            What is the average rating that past Families with young children have given to Shonalanga Lodge?

            Verified families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Shonalanga Lodge an average rating of 6.9. You can look up more specific customer assessments and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

            What is the typical rating that past Families with older children have given to Shonalanga Lodge?

            Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Shonalanga Lodge an average rating of 6.3. You can look up more thorough customer assessments and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

            What is the typical rating that past Group travelers have given to Shonalanga Lodge?

            Past group travelers that have stayed at this property have given Shonalanga Lodge an average rating of 7.2. You can check out more in depth customer ratings and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

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            Overall rating:

            7.5

            Very good
            173 reviews
            Cleanliness
            6.5
            Facilities
            6.5
            Location
            7.5
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            More about Shonalanga Lodge

            More about Shonalanga Lodge

            Situated in the World Heritage Site of the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park Reserve, Shonalanga Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool and garden. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Featuring a balcony with outdoor furniture, the self-catering apartments come fitted with a seating area, TV and kitchenette. Extras include towels and bed linen. At Shonalanga there are BBQ facilities and the beach is 2 km away. The property offers bicycle rentals and an airport shuttle can be arranged upon request. Nearby activities range from bird watching, deep sea game fishing and cultural Zulu village excursions. The Georgiou Centre is 500 metres away and the Monzi Golf Club is within 17 km.

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            Amenities and facilities

            Good
            Facilities

            6.5

            Languages spoken
            • English
            Outdoor
            • Bicycles
            Internet access
            • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
            • Internet
            • Internet services
            • Wi-Fi in public areas
            Things to do, ways to relax
            • Fishing
            • Game room
            • Garden
            • Hiking
            • Horseback riding
            • Snorkeling
            • Swimming pool [outdoor]
            • Tours
            Cleanliness and safety
            • Anti-viral cleaning products
            • Doctor/nurse on call
            • First aid kit
            • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
            • Hand sanitizer
            • Hot water linen and laundry washing
            • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
            • Room sanitization opt-out available
            • Rooms sanitized between stays
            • Staff trained in safety protocol
            • Temperature check for guests and staff
            Dining, drinking, and snacking
            • BBQ facilities
            • Room service
            Services and conveniences
            • Daily housekeeping
            • Elevator
            • Ironing service
            • Laundry service
            • Smoking area
            • Terrace
            • Xerox/fax in business center
            For the kids
            • Family room
            Access
            • Non-smoking rooms
            • Pets allowed
            • Security [24-hour]
            Getting around
            • Airport transfer
            • Car park [free of charge]
            • Car park [nearby]
            • Rental car

            Location

            57 McKenzie Street, St Lucia, Saint Lucia Estuary, South Africa, 3936
            Very good
            Location

            7.5

            Property policies

            Children and extra beds

            Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

            All children are welcome.

            Children 0-2 year(s)
            Stay for free if using existing bedding.
            If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
            Guests 3 years and older are considered as adults
            Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
            Others
            • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

            Some helpful facts

            Check-in/Check-out
            • Check-in from14:00
            • Check-in until20:00
            • Check-out from10:00
            • Check-out until11:00

            Property announcements

            Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Please inform Shonalanga Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

            Reviews of Shonalanga Lodge from real guests

            Provided by verified guests of Agoda
            6.9
            /
            10
            Good
            Cleanliness6.5
            Facilities6.5
            Location7.5
            Service7.3
            Value for money5.8
            High score for Saint Lucia Estuary
            Rating
            9+ Exceptional (0)
            8-9 Excellent (1)
            7-8 Very Good (0)
            6-7 Good (1)
            <6 Below Expectation (1)
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            Dec - Feb (2)
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            8.8
            Excellent
            John from South Africa
            Solo traveler
            Family Room
            Stayed 2 nights in August 2021

            Excellent”

            have been often.always impressed.friendly staff

            Reviewed August 19, 2021

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            3.2
            Seema from South Africa
            Family with teens
            Family Room
            Stayed 1 night in January 2020

            Worst place i stayed at”

            Worst value for money i ever spent. Shonalanga's website is very misleading. False advertising. 1. Rooms were not ready on arrival 2. No air-conditioner 3. Ceiling fans were not the safest 4. The rooms had a very dusty smell 5. Bed Linen needs replacing. They looked brownish/ yellowish/dirty 6. Pots & Pans were rusty 7. Cutlery was rusty & broken 8. TV reception was poor 9. Taps were not secured in the bathroom. They were loose. Water sprays out of the bathroom taps like a shower 10. Shower floor needs a good clean 11. One unit had a shower curtain which is unhygienic 12. Place is in need of urgent maintenance 13. The pool was not clean and could not be used in the evenings 14. Distribution board is a shocker. Fire waiting to happen 15. Property does not have a driveway gate. Walk in/out. Drive in/out. No security on site especially without a locked 16. entrance gate. 17. Evening receptionist/helper is in desperate need of customer training. She was arrogant and rude. Never smiles/gre

            Reviewed January 15, 2020

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            6.4
            Good
            Joel from Netherlands
            Couple
            Stayed 3 nights in December 2017

            Prima gedateerde plek”

            In het centrum van St Lucia, vlakbij de supermarkt ligt Shonalanga Lodge. Gedateerde kamers die in prima staat zijn, maar wel hun gebreken hebben. Bijvoorbeeld een ventilator die alleen op standje maximaal kan en een douchestraal waar alleen een mier genoegen mee zou nemen. Er zijn ruime braai gelegenheden, een zwembad (zonder ligbedden) en een WiFi spot die overigens niet in de kamer werkt. In de kamer zijn overigens een klein keukentje met koelkast aanwezig. Tip: Werk aan een spontanere ontvangst.

            Reviewed January 05, 2018

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