Black Rhino Game Lodge

Sun City, North West Province

Star 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 Complete waste of money!

Aug 14, 2025 Stevenbenjaminsa

We stayed at Black Rhino lodge for 2 nights and feel like I have been completely ripped off. Firstly, the lodge was being renovated. Whilst I understand that lodges need to be renovated, the angle grinding should be done whilst guests are on a game drive. We went there to relax! The pool was also being renovated which was a let down for our… Read more
We stayed at Black Rhino lodge for 2 nights and feel like I have been completely ripped off. Firstly, the lodge was being renovated. Whilst I understand that lodges need to be renovated, the angle grinding should be done whilst guests are on a game drive. We went there to relax! The pool was also being renovated which was a let down for our kids. We booked directly with the lodge and we were not told that they’re were mid renovation. We had the most uninterested, bored game drive guide I have ever met! Marian hardly engaged with us and made it feel like driving us around was a real task. On the first drive I had a drink while we drove and on the second drive I was told I could not have a drink as “he allowed it yesterday but won’t allow it today”. I felt like I was in the headmasters office. Food completely average and the only plus was the service of the waiters! They really tried to make it special but the rest of the team completely let them down. I will NEVER go back to black rhino and feel like the money spent was a complete waste. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very disappointing

Aug 14, 2025 Len E

Angle grinding while trying to relax was not fun. The lodge didn’t tell us when we booked that renovations were taking place. The rooms were very nice. The food has deteriorated a lot. This was our 3rd visit and the quality is below par for the price. The most disappointing was an extremely disinterested ranger. We spotted 90% of the animals for… Read more
Angle grinding while trying to relax was not fun. The lodge didn’t tell us when we booked that renovations were taking place. The rooms were very nice. The food has deteriorated a lot. This was our 3rd visit and the quality is below par for the price. The most disappointing was an extremely disinterested ranger. We spotted 90% of the animals for him. He gave boring facts and refused to answer any of the kids questions. Sorry but there is a lot of competition in this price range and this trip was a waste of money Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic stay

Aug 8, 2025 BRankin0 Staines, United Kingdom

We had a fantastic stay at the Black Rhino Game Lodge. Service was excellent, food and game drives were great! Very good value for money paid. Highly recommended!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Absolutely recommend!!

Aug 7, 2025 bbakke736080

We loved our stay, have seen a lot of game had an amazing sundowner location and we had great food :)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The customer service is not up to the price

Jul 26, 2025 nastassia g

My stay was lovely and I was really happy with the drives. Everything could have been perfect but I discovered afterward that their customer service is BAD: I had booked transportation back to Pretoria via the Lodge but cancelled the return. They told me they would refund me but after one month I have still not received anything. Reached out to… Read more
My stay was lovely and I was really happy with the drives. Everything could have been perfect but I discovered afterward that their customer service is BAD: I had booked transportation back to Pretoria via the Lodge but cancelled the return. They told me they would refund me but after one month I have still not received anything. Reached out to guest management who has been extremely slow to respond and even after several messages, they simply say that the problem comes from their bank... but no refund yet, no timeline, no support...They still owe me 4800ZAR/230EUR/270USD. When I pay for a " luxury stay", I expect the customer service to be responsive, proactive and prompt to solve issues at every level. Read less