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Buhala Lodge

5.0 star property
Riverfront lodge in Nkomazi with spa and outdoor pool

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Escape to Buhala Lodge, a luxury retreat near Leopard Creek Country Club. Tee off on the 18-hole golf course, unwind with a massage at the onsite spa, or lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. Enjoy free cooked-to-order breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
The current price is CNY2,605
CNY2,996 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4

Why we love this property

Riverside spa sanctuary
The full-service spa offers hot stone massages for deep relaxation. A peaceful garden sits riverside, creating a natural wellness haven.
Riverside colonial charm
Appreciate colonial architecture in this luxury lodge nestled by the river. Curated decor and a charming garden enhance this historical district gem.
Flavorful dining options
This lodge serves up free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning. After a day of adventures, the restaurant and bar offer delicious dining choices.

Room options

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Room, River View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, River View

  • River view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Suite, River View | View from room

Suite, River View

  • River view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room, River View | View from room

Room, River View

  • River view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
12km Beyond Malelane, N4 Highway, Kruger National Park, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 58 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Hamiltons - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Apple Tree - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ndlovu Restaurant and Bar - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Buhala Lodge

Adjacent to a golf course, Buhala Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Nkomazi. Guests can be pampered with hot stone massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 10:30 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 7 AM - 6 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 10 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in
    • 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
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Children

    • 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
    • Free onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 7 AM to 6 PM*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1994
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages and massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1400 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 14 costs ZAR 1400 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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

Buhala Game
Buhala Lodge Hectorspruit
Buhala Game Lodge Malelane
Buhala Game Malelane
Buhala Lodge Malelane
Buhala Lodge
Buhala Malelane
Buhala Hectorspruit
Buhala Lodge Lodge
Buhala Lodge Nkomazi
Buhala Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Buhala Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Buhala Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Buhala Lodge?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Buhala Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7 AM to 6 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 1400 per person one-way.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at Buhala Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Buhala Lodge also has spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Buhala Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Buhala Lodge like?

Buhala Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Kruger National Park, which is 19 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

Buhala Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Blissful Buhala

Truly amazing place & people!! We will definitely be back. Martje & all the staff were brilliant.
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Great location!

Fantastic staff and great owners. The food was awesome. The place needs updating and maintenance as well as a thorough cleaning. I later stayed at the Kruger Gate Hotel which had more amenities, free meals, cleaner and much cheaper.
Brian, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Überragender Aufenthalt in einer super Lodge!

Tolle Lodge gegenüber des Krüger Nationalparks. Blick auf eben jenen mit Blick auf Elefanten, Büffel (vor dem Fenster), Impalas und jede Menge Nilpferden (Ohropax mitnehmen für die Nacht!) Die Zimmer sind traditionell aber modern eingerichtet. Das Personal super klasse, immer freundlich. Das Essen war ebenso super. Die Safaris auch. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Lobel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible view

Quiet beautiful room with a splash pool on the river, we were greeted by a heard of elephants meters away
G, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience

Great hospitality and breathtaking views. Awesome
Tiamiyu, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Wonderful experience but!!!!!

We spent 2 nights at Bhula primary to enable us to play golf at Leopards Creek, however we took advantage of a couple of game drives our guide Pat was truly amazing and Sean so helpful thanks guys for fab memories. The lodge whilst physically in the Kruger is on the edge and you have to drive to Malelane Gate approx 15mins. The staff are wonderful and so helpful if there was one fault it would be the quality and choice of the evening meal I sent my salmon back because it was raw the same piece came back recooked this should never happen under any circumstances
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Espectacular!

Espectacular!! Muy buena ubicación, para no ser hotel dentro del parque, prácticamente nos sentíamos dentro, con los elefantes en los jardines, una belleza! Servicio, comida cuartos, espectacular!!
Ricardo, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfectly Awesome!!! Shawn and Marji along Tuckeee are the best. Spent 5 days and loved everything. Just what we wanted - a high end lodge in a perfect setting!
JAMES, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in South Kruger

Best experience ever!!! Love the place, accommodations, service and Erika! I will always recommend this hotel! Love the food and where is located. 10/10. We also saw elephants, impalas and monkeys from the hotel. Amazing sunset and sunrise.
Luis, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

From the moment we arrived we were welcomed as if we were family. Marjie and Erica were fabulous and the entire staff went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and well fed. From our room we watched crocodiles and hippos enjoying the river, an elephant visited the riverbank, kudus and bushbuck were everywhere. We enjoyed wonderful massages in a tent overlooking the Crocodile River and Sean, the guide took us on a wonderful tour of the panorama route. This is a lovely spot with wonderful staff.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice safari lodge facing the river and KNP

We had a wonderful weekend stay at Buhala Lodge. Breakfast and dinner were tasty and served in the dinning room which opens into the garden and to the crocodile river. Beautiful location near the Malelane gate. The lodge offers golf in the surrounding courses and safari drives in the KNP. We were extremely happy with our stay
Paulo, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Miss it... :) Beautiful place. Peacefull. I'm still in South Africa and thinking to going back tomorrow for 2 days. :)
Rob, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Traumhaft

Sehr schöne Lodge mit Blick auf den Crocodile River. Man sieht dort fast immer irgendwelche Tiere. Gute Küche! Guter Preis!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Luxury of afternoon tea while watching elephants

Loved the afternoon tea and scones while watching elephants and giraffes come down to river to drink. You can sit in room balcony using wifi to broadcast photos to your friends at home or if feeling social you can join others on back deck as sun goes down. Dinner has great options for both meat eaters and vegetarians. Room peaceful and bubble bath a relaxing way to get dust of Kruger safari off. (Staff helpful in setting up safari rides in park if you don't want to self-drive.) You drive through a commercial papaya grove to get to the property adding an air of adventure. Mistakenly parked under mulberry-like tree. Staff kindly washed car before we left demonstrating the high level of service. Highly recommend for relaxing getaway.
JG, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Duur maar wel dik in orde

Het is wel een heel duur verblijf, wellicht een tikkel overpriced, maar alles is wel super en dik op orde. Vriendelijke mensen, ruime comfortabele kamer, heerlijk bed, kwartiertje van de gate van het Kruger Park en het diner en ontbijt waren zeer goed verzorgd. Het uitzicht vanaf het terras over de Crocodile River en het park waren subliem.
SB, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Winter in Südafrika

Winter in Südafrika / waren fast alleine
Verified

6/10 Good

Zu teuer

Preis leistung stimmt nicht
Verified

8/10 Very good

Erlebnisreiche Lodge

Tolle Lodge an sehr gutem Standort mit ebenso gutem und persönlichen Service.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A real find - gem guest house

Had a fantastic two night stay with some co workers during a trip to South Africa for a conference. This place was a real gem, great place situated directly on the crocodile river which borders Kruger National Park. It is located just minutes from the gate. The rooms were wonderful and the food was five star. We had breakfast and dinners each day which were served el fresco on a beautiful patio overlooking the river. This place is perfect for couples, small groups and I would definitely return with my family.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nuno, 1-night trip