Themed hotel in Estepona, within Selwo Aventura, with park admission, family cabins, an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
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Hotel Selwo Lodge is a 3-star hotel in Estepona, within the Selwo Aventura theme park, with park admission included in your stay.
Its offering combines stone-and-wood cabins with African-themed accommodation: the Masai rooms, the Watu viewpoint and the Zulu villas surrounded by nature. The rooms have air conditioning, heating, a minibar, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. There are family options of 18 or 28 m² and a 40 m² villa with a kitchen and terrace, suitable for groups of different sizes.
At Watu Village, the internal shuttle is free whenever you need it. The property has a restaurant and bar with a solarium, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and free private parking. The hotel is next to the N-340, about 12 km from Estepona; Marbella is about a 20-minute drive away. The combination of themed accommodation and access to the park is convenient for family trips with plans for nature and the beach.
The accommodation at Hotel Selwo Lodge includes family rooms, standard rooms and a villa, with areas of 18, 28 and 40 m². Both rooms have a private bathroom with a shower and air conditioning; they also include a TV, fridge and heating. The WATU Family Room sleeps up to four people, while the MASAI Standard Room can accommodate three.
The ZULU Villa offers more space for groups of up to six people. It has a kitchen, terrace and coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom and air conditioning. Its layout includes a bedroom and a living area, with a double bed, bunk beds and a sofa bed. You can choose between simpler-style rooms for smaller groups or a villa with kitchen space and a terrace to share during your stay.
At 28 m² and sleeping up to four people, the WATU Family Room combines two single beds and one double bed. It has air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower; the TV, fridge and heating complete the facilities. Toiletries and a hairdryer are useful after a day at the park.
This 18 m² room sleeps up to three people and combines one single bed with one double bed. The private bathroom includes a shower and hairdryer; there is also a safe and heating. Its more compact layout is an option for small groups who want to stay within the themed surroundings of Selwo Aventura.
At 40 m² and sleeping up to six people, the ZULU Villa stands out for its kitchen and large private terrace with a Jacuzzi®. It has air conditioning and a bathroom with a shower; the coffee machine, microwave, kettle and kitchenware let you prepare meals during your stay. The layout brings together a bedroom and a living area.
The facilities bring together spaces to relax and services designed for a family stay. The shared areas include a terrace and outdoor furniture, as well as an outdoor swimming pool. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and the property offers luggage storage, a safe and all-day security. It also has heating and air conditioning, family rooms and non-smoking rooms, and is adapted for guests with reduced mobility.
For meals, you can choose from the restaurant, the on-site café and the bar; the restaurant offers a children's menu. Vending machines provide snacks and drinks. Private parking is free and does not require a reservation. In the rooms, you'll find a TV and bathroom amenities such as a shower, hairdryer, towels and toiletries, as well as a fridge.
Hotel Selwo Lodge is part of Selwo Aventura, a theme park in the Estepona area, and is next to the N-340. The accommodation combines stone-and-wood cabins with lodgings across the African Masai cabins, Watu Village and the Zulu villas. Selwo Aventura is 510 m away, and La Resina Golf & Country Club is 960 m away. The surrounding area has park facilities, greenery and several golf courses; the included admission gives you time to explore Selwo Aventura during your stay.
The coast offers several options for spending a few hours by the sea: Playa de Arroyo las Cañas-Velerín is 1.4 km away, Playa Guadalmansa is 1.5 km away and Playa El Padrón is 2.7 km away. Playa El Saladillo is 3.2 km away and Playa de La Rada, in Estepona, is 5 km away. Estepona town centre is about 12 km away. Gibraltar International Airport is 41 km away and Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 56 km away; Marbella is about a 20-minute drive away.
As well as visiting the park, you can play golf at La Resina or at Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena, 1.8 km away. Flamingos Golf is 3.1 km away and Tramores Golf is 4 km away. For a cultural outing, the Roman Villa of Río Verde is 13 km away. Nearby restaurants include El Gourmet, 1.1 km away, and Sonora Beach, 1.4 km away. The beaches let you combine coastal walks with time for swimming when sea conditions allow.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff's service, and comments on the cleanliness and facilities are also favourable. Comfort receives a solid rating, while value for money scores slightly lower than the other aspects.
Rates at Hotel Selwo Lodge vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. For your dates, you can check the latest price through booking channels here.
Hotel Selwo Lodge is next to the N-340, on the A7 Autovia Costa Del Sol. Gibraltar International Airport is 41 km away and Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 56 km away. Estepona is about 12 km away and Marbella is about a 20-minute drive away. The hotel offers free private parking and you don't need to reserve a space.
Hotel Selwo Lodge is within Selwo Aventura, 510 m from the park's point of interest. Playa de Arroyo las Cañas-Velerín is 1.4 km away and Playa Guadalmansa is 1.5 km away; Playa El Padrón is 2.7 km away. La Resina Golf & Country Club is 960 m away. Estepona is about 12 km away and offers more options for walks and meals.
Yes, admission to the Selwo Aventura theme park is included in your stay. The Masai cabins and Zulu villas are within the park; Watu Village is at a viewpoint and has a free internal shuttle whenever you need it.
Hotel Selwo Lodge does not offer internet access on its premises. The rooms have a TV, but there is no Wi-Fi for checking maps or keeping in touch from the hotel during your stay.
The outdoor pool at Hotel Selwo Lodge can be used from 15:00 to 20:00 on the day of arrival, or when your stay is less than one day before departure. In that case, check-out must be before 12:00. Opening and closing dates vary by season.
Children under 3 can stay free of charge if they use existing beds or a cot. Hotel Selwo Lodge allows a maximum of one cot per room, subject to availability; you can request one through the special requests section when booking.
To add dinner or an all-inclusive plan, you need to contact Hotel Selwo Lodge directly. The property also has a restaurant, café and bar, and the restaurant offers a children's menu.