Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort

3.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge in Pilanesberg National Park with safari and outdoor pool

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Outdoor pool
Family Chalet
Property grounds
Family Chalet

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Children's pool
  • Spa services
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Room options

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Family Chalet

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Pilanesberg National Park, Pilanesberg National Park, North West, 0314

What's nearby

  • Pilanesberg National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Valley of Waves - 35 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Waterworld - 47 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Sun City Casino - 48 min drive - 36.7 km
  • The Gary Player Golf Course - 48 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 93.8 miles/151 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pilanesberg Centre - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Manyane Resort - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Milky Lane - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Zebra Crossing Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort

Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort is a great choice for a stay in Pilanesberg National Park. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy. There's an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 33 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Free supervised childcare

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: ZAR 300.0 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 125.00 per person

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Golden Leopard Resort s Bakgatla Resort
Golden Leopard s Bakgatla Resort Pilanesberg National Park
Golden Leopard s Bakgatla Resort
Goln Leopard s Bakgatla
Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
Does Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.
Does Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort like?
Golden Leopard Resorts - Bakgatla Resort is located a short 3-minute walk from Pilanesberg National Park.

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

Craig, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

It was a good stay. Warm welcome by reception and friendly staff in restaurant. Had a problem with the mattress and it was assessed and changed as requested
T, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good value -if you know what to expect.
I read previous reports and they were accurate---So we got what we expected which was comfortable and good. (it may be a bit overpriced for what you get but lets not get picky) The resort needs funds and maintenance for chalets and sprucing up of Restaurant. The staff try hard but have limited resources. Grounds and all areas clean and nicely kept. Pool area is great--Temp up to 39 while we were there
Mr, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The facilities were very comfortable. Enjoyed the peace and quiet. No wifi and Eskom did turn off the electricity periodically. The camp has a backup generator which allowed electricity, but there is no cell service when the electricity is out.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Mixed feeling but still great over all
It’s really nice but definitely needs maintenance and repairs around the attractions . A simple layer of paint and a bit of filler will go along way in the public rest rooms . None of the hand driers worked and the super thin single ply toilet roll is so thin that you cannot even pull it of the roll from the dispensers without it tearing . You should try doing that while while wiping your child’s butt . The ground around the pool is completely covered in paper thorns so barefoot around the pool is a no no for sure . The campsite grounds are well swept but unfortunately on consist of sand and stones so thank goodness I wasn’t camping . Other than that the chalet was very comfortable and had everything you need and nicely laid out . I don’t know who they are but there are a bunch of people driving around in fancy cars with GP number plates and park official magnetic signs on there vehicles that actually become a bit of a nuisance around good sightings trying to tell people where they should be parking but they are actually causing more havoc than anything else as well as approach you telling you to move on because they heard on the radio that the leopard has moved on and we don’t need to sit there anymore meanwhile I just saw the leopard as well as the direction it went in so if I want to sit and wait for it again I shouldn’t be lied to but I find it very odd that non of the “Official” vehicles leave the area . It’s like they want it to themselves .
Lyle, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Manav, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Life in the bundus
Potentially great holiday place but there is need to improve on overall service. Every evening there was water shortage. Wifi also not good so its not a good place to mix business with pleasure.
Charity, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Gareth, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Nice Location - Bad memories
Reception Staff - Casually dressed, made no attempt to familiarise us with facility. Units poorly maintained. Grass around unit not cut for some time.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Been there, Done That, Never again...
Cheaply constructed and cramped "chalets". There is no internet, even though it is advertised...would not have stayed there had I known that. Free breakfast could use some help?
Robert, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

It was very disappointing considering the price we paid.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Keith, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Although the chalet we stayed in was older, it was perfectly clean and very comfortable. We had such a lovely stay that we decided to stay an extra night. The breakfast was good at the restaurant, but they could have better coffee. The staff at the resort were friendly and helpful.
Colleen, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely stay
The accommodation was very clean and the self-service catering equipment was good. All the staff very friendly, helpful and accommodating. The shower could do with the mould being removed but that was minor. The welcome pack in the room should include a map of the site with evacuation points marked on it, to back up the description. We had all our meals included but although the menu was extensive not everything was available which was disappointing. As they had been busy the previous weekend and it was off-peak season they should have provided a reduced menu. The restaurant is very large and during quiet periods is should be screened off to create a better atmosphere. However, I cannot fault the waiting staff for the quality of service which was very good.
Sarah, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice chalets at Pillansberg entrance
Staff are friendly, the place was quite abandoned in August - which we liked. The chalets are big and can easily accommodate 3 kids and their parents
Gilboa, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Annete, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly and enthusiastic staff, decent rooms (we loved the loft!) and comfortable setting.
Kate, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It's a great lodge that's not being well maintained. The kitchen needs a revamp. The pool looked like it wasn't cleaned for days. The lady at check in and check out never smiled even once when we were there.
Phumelele, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Petr, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Nice stay just at Pilanesberg gate
The Chalet accomodation was good for the price. Breakfast was fine. One thing I loved was the proximity to Pilanesberg and greenery around the accomodation. Good for family with kids.
SHAMS FARAZ, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Family stay in the Pilanesburg.
Pilanesburg is an amazing destination. The kids really enjoyed the playground and being able to cycle around the campsite. The pool is huge and the breakfast at the restaurant was pretty good. The only downside is the chalet accommodation looks a bit outdated and probably needs a facelift. The lodge is very close to the entrance of the park which makes it very easy to start an early game drive during the day. There is abundance of game right outside the lodge on the other side of the fence. We spotted rhinos, elephants and a brown hyena one morning within 5 minutes.
Guillaume, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great Base for our safari trip
Great lodge. Only stayed one night but would stay there longer next time. All good amenities and clean. Good Base to travel the park.
Angela, 1-night trip
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