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Nestled behind forested sand dunes at the shores of Lake Shazibe, Sodwana Bay Lodge Dove & Fishing Resort is located in the heart of Maputaland. The resort features a scuba dove center, restaurant and a spa. The reed and thatched chalets at the resort come with air conditioning, tea-and-coffee making facilities and private bathroom with shower. Each has a wooden deck. Guests can dine at the Leatherbacks Seafood and Grill or join for a barbecue in a Zulu Boma. There is also a poolside bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including scuba diving, fishing, hiking and diving. The Sodwana area is known for its coral reefs and diverse marine life. The resort offers a free shuttle service to the beach, which is located about 3.1 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fishing

Playground

Canoeing


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Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Brendon
    South Africa South Africa
    Food was very good. Great friendly waiters are bar people Let us bring and braai near the pool and provided the charcoal and catering stuff. Kept our Dorado fresh in their fridge. Massive bed.
  • Tamarys
    South Africa South Africa
    Staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was clean, neat and the bed was extremely comfortable.
  • Tamara
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything was great. Staff were really great. Thanks Didi, Cindy,Bongi, Oom, chefs and bar staff. Great vibe. Very chilled 👌. Also, perfect location in town.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Leatherbacks Seafood and Grill
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Resort facilities at Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and costs ZAR 35 per 24 hours.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules

Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 550 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort

  • Guests staying at Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Swimming pool
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Game drives

  • Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort is 2.4 miles from the center of Sodwana Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort include:

    • Twin/Double

  • Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • Leatherbacks Seafood and Grill

  • Check-in at Sodwana Bay Lodge Dive & Fishing Resort is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.