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Mhangela Lodge Balule

4.0 star property
Riverfront country house in Phalaborwa with safari and outdoor pool

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Perched by the river, Mhangela Lodge Balule offers an immersive stay with a cooked-to-order breakfast and international cuisine at Dining Room. Enjoy game viewing, lounge by the outdoor pool or explore the surrounding garden and library.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
54 Grietjie Private Nature Reserve, Phalaborwa, Limpopo, 1390

What's nearby

  • Qualito Craft Distillery - 36 min drive - 32.8 km
  • President Kruger Park - 38 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Phalaborwa Gate - 39 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Hans Merensky Golf Estate - 43 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 55 min drive - 76.4 km

Getting around

  • Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck) - 39 min drive
  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 72 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪C.A.R.E Nursery - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Mhangela Lodge Balule

Enjoy your visit to Phalaborwa with a stay at Mhangela Lodge Balule. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Dining Room, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Colonial country house include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 3 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • Children (14 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from noon to 2:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1985
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Colonial architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Dining Room - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 700 per person (one-way)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Mhangela Balule Phalaborwa
Mhangela Lodge Balule Phalaborwa
Mhangela Lodge Balule Country House
Mhangela Lodge Balule Country House Phalaborwa

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Mhangela Lodge Balule?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Mhangela Lodge Balule?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mhangela Lodge Balule?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Mhangela Lodge Balule?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from noon to 2:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 700 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mhangela Lodge Balule?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Mhangela Lodge Balule and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Mhangela Lodge Balule includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the country house's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Mhangela Lodge Balule?

Yes, Dining Room offers international cuisine and garden views.

Does Mhangela Lodge Balule have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Mhangela Lodge Balule like?

Mhangela Lodge Balule is located by the river. Popular attractions include Kruger National Park, which is 39 minutes away by car.

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