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A waterfront hotel with multiple dining areas, a pool with fountains, and a mountain backdrop.

A spacious lobby with a pool area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

A modern spa room with a large bed, two lounge chairs, and a small seating area.

A nighttime view of a hotel with a pool area featuring multiple fountains.

1. Silverstar Hotel

19.8 km from Cradle of Humankind

Dr Jean-Pierre

￥18,590

￥21,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A spacious lounge area with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a variety of decorative items.

A swimming pool area with red umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A modern interior with a brick wall, a fireplace, and striped hanging lights.

A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a brick wall.

2. 26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel

17.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

Albert

￥9,819

￥12,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A covered corridor with a tiled floor leading to a set of stairs and doors.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, some with red napkins and centerpieces.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and water bottles.

3. Usambara lodge

17.7 km from Cradle of Humankind

Portia

￥13,321

￥15,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A well-lit garden pathway leading to a building with a stone facade, outdoor seating, and a small pond.

A wooden deck with outdoor dining furniture, a small garden, and a view of a building with a chimney.

A sign for Whispering Pines Country Estate with a pathway leading to it.

A wooden door with glass panels leading into a room with a bed, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

4. Whispering Pines Country Estate

15.5 km from Cradle of Humankind

James

￥13,065

￥15,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A swimming pool with a palm tree in the foreground and a view of a hilly landscape in the background.

A garden with a stone pathway, potted flowers, and a covered seating area with chairs.

A rustic building with a thatched roof, a stone pathway leading to the entrance, and a wooden pergola with climbing plants.

A house with a thatched roof, a stone staircase leading to the entrance, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

5. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

15.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

Anonymous traveler

￥8,348

￥9,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a pool, and a mountainous backdrop.

A dining area with tables set for guests, large windows offering a view of the countryside, and a potted plant in the corner.

A pathway leading to traditional-style buildings with thatched roofs, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a pool, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

6. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

18.1 km from Cradle of Humankind

Willem

￥37,332

￥42,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor dining area with a pool, a fire pit, and lounge chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wardrobe.

A wooden bridge over a dirt path in a wooded area with a sign for a swimming pool in the background.

A rustic thatched-roof hut with a wooden door and a rope barrier.

7. Warthogs Bush Lodge

13.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

Pieter

￥16,485

￥18,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A large, modern building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a hanging light fixture.

A cozy, rustic interior with a fireplace, a dining area set for two, and a comfortable seating area with cushions and a vase of dried plants.

A cozy living area with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

8. FARMHOUSE58

11.8 km from Cradle of Humankind

Claire

￥34,475

￥39,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A fireplace with a glass door, a framed picture, and a glass of wine on a table.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a wooden door, and a view of a green field.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a brick wall.

9. Aloe Tree

15.3 km from Cradle of Humankind

Craig

￥4,194

￥4,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A wooden deck leading to a pool area with a wooden fence and seating.

A hotel with multiple units, a pond, and surrounding greenery.

A buffet with croissants, pastries, and a variety of spreads.

A backyard with a wooden deck, a hot tub, and two lounge chairs.

10. Riverstone Lodge

19.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

Ronelle

￥13,418

￥15,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A pool area with a hot tub, wooden deck, and outdoor seating.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and a view of the landscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, and a painting on the wall.

A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, a stone wall on one side, and large windows allowing natural light.

11. Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

11 km from Cradle of Humankind

John

￥30,664

￥35,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A wooden cabin with a triangular roof, built on stilts, surrounded by tall grass and trees.

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a ceiling with wooden beams and a thatched roof.

An outdoor dining area with tables and benches, surrounded by trees and a house in the background.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a pool, surrounded by trees and a sunset.

12. Cradle Boutique Hotel

19.7 km from Cradle of Humankind

Otsile

￥41,044

￥47,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A well-maintained garden with a central fountain, neatly trimmed hedges, and a pathway leading to a yellow building with a red roof.

A bedroom with a sofa, a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a countertop.

A yellow multi-story house with a tiled roof, a front entrance, and a small garden with a pathway leading to the entrance.

13. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

18.2 km from Cradle of Humankind

ari

￥8,140

￥9,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A spacious room with wooden floors, yoga mats, and blocks, large windows with a view of trees and mountains.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a brick counter, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a small pond with water features.

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

14. Esther's Country Lodge

11.3 km from Cradle of Humankind

￥16,282

￥18,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

15. Avela Lodge

10.1 km from Cradle of Humankind

Admire

￥12,255

￥14,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A rustic house with thatched roofs surrounded by a lush garden with various plants and a small fountain.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and a view of a natural landscape.

A restaurant with red velvet chairs, wooden tables, and a tiled floor.

A cozy room with two beds, a table with a bowl, and a fireplace.

16. Hornbill Lodge

12.5 km from Cradle of Humankind

Simon

￥15,150

￥17,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A hotel room with a bed, a yellow armchair, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, a large red vase, and several plastic chairs.

A building with two windows, each with a red frame and a dark shutter.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden bench, and a TV on the wall.

17. DreamWest Living Guesthouse

17.9 km from Cradle of Humankind

james

￥4,979

￥4,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A stone cottage with a wooden door, a stone staircase, and a garden with trees and a paved path.

A swimming pool surrounded by trees and a thatched-roof structure.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a brick wall, a sofa, a table, and a kitchen area.

18. Rising Rocks Farm

13.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

￥5,870

￥8,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hot tub under a wooden roof with a view of a garden.

A rustic building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a stone wall and greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a mirror, a television, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs.

An outdoor dining area with a brick fireplace, a table set with glasses and a candle, and a wicker chair.

19. Little Swift Chalets

19 km from Cradle of Humankind

Jean-Pierre

￥11,604

￥13,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a bar stool.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, and a dining area with a sofa and table.

A covered patio area with a brick barbecue, outdoor seating, and a fire extinguisher.

A single-story building with a red roof, surrounded by a grassy area with trees.

20. Forest View Self Catering

19.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

￥14,860

￥14,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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Compare top hotels near Cradle of Humankind

Silverstar Hotel 19.8 km from Cradle of Humankind View	26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel 17.4 km from Cradle of Humankind View	Usambara lodge 17.7 km from Cradle of Humankind View	Whispering Pines Country Estate 15.5 km from Cradle of Humankind View	Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge 15.6 km from Cradle of Humankind View
9.6 Exceptional 19 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 33 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews	9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews
￥18,590 ￥21,788 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30	￥9,819 ￥12,458 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10	￥13,321 ￥15,319 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29	￥13,065 ￥15,292 total includes taxes & fees Nov 8 - Nov 9	￥8,348 ￥9,680 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28

Top Cradle of Humankind Hotel Reviews

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

8/10 Good

"A functional hotel very close to Sandton square. Hotel was clean and rooms were fine.. auto light switch left rooms dark which was a little disorientating. Floor smelled of cigarette smoke.. a fridge and bottled water woukd have been a nice extra. Tap water tatsed a little chemically."

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

8/10 Good

"A lovely place, but disappointing food, service, and broken promises. I stayed here last night. Although the property itself is lovely, my experience was let down by the food and the lack of professionalism from some staff members. This does not apply to everyone, but some staff seemed more interested in chatting among themselves than attending to guests. Their approach felt overly casual, and customer care did not seem to be a priority. Breakfast looked unappetising. The cheese and cold meats appeared dry, giving the impression that they had been put out repeatedly. The watermelon also had an unpleasant aftertaste, which made me question its freshness and whether it had been cut several days earlier. I cannot confirm when these foods were prepared or whether anything was reused, but their appearance and taste were disappointing. Unfortunately, I did not take a photograph. The most concerning part was dinner. The chicken and boerewors sausage appeared undercooked, with red meat visible inside. This raised serious concerns for me about food safety, particularly with the chicken. When I complained, the staff took all the meat away to cook it further. When it was returned, the beef had become rubbery and dry. The chicken appeared cooked through but had an unusual taste. The texture and taste made me suspect that the meat had been microwaved, although I cannot confirm how it was reheated. The meal remained disappointing. I was promised a refund for the meal, but at checkout"

Glen Afric Country Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about our stay at Glen Afric was amazing! When we arrived our room had been upgraded, and was large with nice touches. The views were incredible, especially the sunsets over the mountains. All staff were so friendly and helpful, they really made an effort to get to know, and help you, nothing was too much!! Talking of too much, the food and drinks were reasonably priced and all freshly made to order. Finally the animals, it was brilliant to see the animals in their natural habitat, giraffes, elephants, zebras, monkeys, etc. just roaming around, the lions, tigers, leopards were in enclosures, but these were very large, and not like a zoo enclosure. We cannot recommend Glen Afric highly enough, and already planning our next visit!!!"

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms very clean Staff friendly thanks to hope for wonderful service ❤️"

Mint Hotel Randburg

10/10 Excellent

"It’s in a perfect location"

Palazzo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Dod a 1 nighter and had a great time"

Silverstar Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very good perfect Very good perfect"

Blueberry Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great restaurant"

First Group Magalies Park

8/10 Good

"Great restaurant, amenities and property."

Other attractions near Cradle of Humankind

Sterkfontein Caves

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Discover interactive displays of early life forms, animals and ancient fossils then travel deep into a fascinating cave system.

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Bekker High School

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the campus of Bekker High School as part of your travels around Magaliesberg. Visit the spas in this romantic area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Bothongo WonderCave

Explore the great outdoors at Bothongo WonderCave, a lovely green space in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Bekker Primary School

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Bekker Primary School during your stay in Magaliesberg. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Mother of Mercy Shrine

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

Mother of Mercy Shrine is just one of the places to see in Magaliesberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas in this romantic area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park during your travels in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Kromdraai

Find out about the history of Madeteleli when you spend time at Kromdraai. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cradle of Humankind?

Cradle of Humankind is located in an area of Madeteleli known for its array of dining options. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

Where is the best place to stay near Cradle of Humankind?

Mount Grace Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. You'll find it 6.8 mi (11 km) from Cradle of Humankind. Other good choices in the area include Glenburn Lodge & Spa and African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cradle of Humankind, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Cradle of Humankind.

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Our top choices for Cradle of Humankind hotels

1. Silverstar Hotel

2. 26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel

3. Usambara lodge

4. Whispering Pines Country Estate

5. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

6. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

7. Warthogs Bush Lodge

8. FARMHOUSE58

9. Aloe Tree

10. Riverstone Lodge

11. Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

12. Cradle Boutique Hotel

13. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

14. Esther's Country Lodge

15. Avela Lodge

16. Hornbill Lodge

17. DreamWest Living Guesthouse

18. Rising Rocks Farm

19. Little Swift Chalets

20. Forest View Self Catering

Compare top hotels near Cradle of Humankind

Silverstar Hotel

26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel

Usambara lodge

Whispering Pines Country Estate

Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

Top Cradle of Humankind Hotel Reviews

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Glen Afric Country Lodge

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

Mint Hotel Randburg

Palazzo Hotel

Silverstar Hotel

Blueberry Hill Hotel

First Group Magalies Park

Other attractions near Cradle of Humankind

Sterkfontein Caves

Bekker High School

Bothongo WonderCave

Bekker Primary School

Mother of Mercy Shrine

Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

Kromdraai

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