Nestled in a lush garden setting in Thohoyandou, this resort is situated only 70 km off the N1 between Makhado and the Punda Maria gate of Kruger National Park. Thohoyandou is the proud heart of the Vhavenda people. Its name means ‘head of elephant' in Tshivenda. The nearest airports include Phalaborwa (around 170 km), Hoedspruit (around 225 km), Nelspruit International (around 380 km) and OG Tambo International (around 485 km away). The hotel offers comfortable rooms and suites, offering guests contemporary comfort at affordable rates. Facilities include a casino, bar, room service, WLAN Internet access and a business centre with conference facilities. Guests also have access to the casino, as well as the dining, convention and entertainment facilities. Secure parking facilities are provided. All rooms and suites are uniquely decorated in a contemporary afro-chic style with an en-suite bathroom featuring a shower, bath and hairdryer. Additional facilities include a direct dial telephone, satellite TV, radio, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and air conditioning. A stay at this hotel offers the ultimate in relaxation and there are plenty of fun activities for the whole family. For children, the Bambino Crèche offers a supervised environment with toys, games and loads of fun for youngsters between 3 and 12 years. The Body Talk Gym and Sauna is a small yet well-equipped gym with a relaxing sauna and is open 24 hours. Minigolf is great fun for the whole family and equipment is available from the hotel reception. The hotel also has a swimming pool with a poolside snack bar and guests can play tennis. The chic Malingani Restaurant is located downstairs from reception next to the pool, and serves a full English breakfast buffet daily. Dinner consists of a lavish buffet featuring salads, carvery, soups, casseroles and desserts as well as an á la carte menu. The Pool Deck Takeaway Restaurant is located next to the pool and offers a wide variety of snack items.