Pestana Kruger Lodge

Property class: 4

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Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Pestana Kruger Lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site African cuisine restaurant, Buhlebethu Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥23,328
￥27,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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A building with multiple rooms, each with a thatched roof and brick walls. There are trees in front of the building, and a paved area in front.

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a sloped ceiling, two beds, a wooden table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing, overlooking a lush green landscape.

Classic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nkomazi, Pestana Kruger Lodge is on a river. Malelane Gate and Ligwalagwala Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts and Bushveld Atlantis Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Malalane travel guide
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1320, Mpumalanga, Nkomazi, R570 Riverside Road

What's nearby

  • Malelane Golf Club
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Malelane Gate
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Leopard Creek Country Club
    7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lebombo Border Control
    42 min drive - 62.3 km
  • Crocodile Bridge Gate
    53 min drive - 72.3 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Frango & Prego
    5 min drive
  • KFC
    6 min drive
  • Wimpy
    6 min drive
  • Steers
    4 min drive
  • Apple Tree
    3 min drive

About this property

Pestana Kruger Lodge

  • Upscale family-friendly lodge by the river
  • At Pestana Kruger Lodge, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site African cuisine restaurant, Buhlebethu Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
  • Other perks at this lodge include:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Limo/town car service, a safari, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
    • Luggage storage, game drive on site, and a TV in the lobby
  • Room features
  • All 74 individually decorated rooms have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 21-cm TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies, childcare services, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pestana Kruger Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pestana Kruger Lodge on Oct 26, 2026 start from ￥23,328, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pestana Kruger Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Pestana Kruger Lodge located?

This family-friendly Nkomazi lodge is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Malelane Gate and Leopard Creek Country Club. Inkwazi Shopping Centre is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Pestana Kruger Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 211 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location, freindly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, very safe, great for going into Kruger
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location just outside the malelane gate. We stayed for two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with respect to Malelane Gate. Staff accommodated us as vegetarians too. Had a fantastic stay and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Very safe and secure. Great food. Perfect for staging into Kruger via Malelane gate. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I didn't enjoy the buffet dinner, the breakfast pack that they pack if you that a morning tour but the (buffet)breakfast was so good, less entertainment for kids
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always go for the deluxe rooms there are resident Waterbucks there and Hippos and crocodiles in the river and Elephants cross the river at night to feed in front of the rooms , the hotel sits just outside the Malelane gate an area famous for Leopards along the Crocodile river area the hotel has very good food and friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay was excellent. The service & food was great and the staff were very friendly. The unit was really comfortable but could do with minor improvements, the air con was almost non functional in ours. The main reception restrooms needed attention & better lighting. Really enjoyed our stay though & will return again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very friendly but lacked organizational skills especially at the bar and restaurant Required to check out and pay the government hotel charges which we were unaware of Generally it was clean and tidy with excellent views from the balcony
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
This is a great choice is you don't want or can't stay inside the park. The property is literally on the river that serves as the southern boundary for the park - you can watch animals from the common patio. My only complaint is that the common area doubles as a dining area for the restaurant (which is so so). If you have your own food, snacks, wine etc. - there is no place other than you room that you are allowed to consume them. Slightly less stringent policies would be a step up.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and closer to Malelane gate
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel radiated charm and was impeccably maintained, creating inviting spaces that instantly made us feel at home. The staff's remarkable friendliness and willingness to assist truly elevated our experience, as they went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. Having previously stayed in July; we were thrilled to return for our second visit. However, we were sadly let down by the food quality, which fell significantly short of our expectations on both visits. Unfortunately, this prompted us to seek dinner outside the hotel after a long and tiring journey to Kruger, which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
I was very disgusted that there were no options for cows milk or gluten intollerent, vegan or diabetic guests. We travel a lot and all over the world and all hotels make provision. More and more people have food allergies etc. Even in Kruger park there were for instance almond milk substitute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Told on arrival that there had been a mistake in booking and we were to be accomodated at a grossly inferior hotel 2km away although we had booked months ago. Eventually they found us a room but other friends were not so fortunate. It has become apparent that overbooking is a regular practice here. Beware.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Positiv: Das Hotel hat eine super Lage direkt am Kruger Madeline Gate. Der Ausblick von der Hotelterrasse auf den Crocodil River ist fantastisch. Die Außenanlage ist nett und abends beleuchtet. Poolanlage ist schön (aber schmutzig). Man wohnt in kleinen Bungalows in unmittelbarer Umgebung und kleiner Terrasse. Parkplatz ist direkt am Bungalow (praktisch). Die Klimaanlage im Zimmer war gut und relativ leise. Abenddinner kostete 23,- p.P. (teuer) war soweit ok - nicht mehr und nicht weniger. Frühstück ging auch (Kaffee aus Automat war gruselig) Negativ: Hotel und Bungalow wirkt sehr in die Jahre gekommen und abgewohnt (vermutlich 80er). Steckdosen am Bett funktionierten nicht. Merkwürdiger Geruch im Zimmer. Nachtisch und die Lampe wackelig (Licht ging immer wieder aus). WC Deckel wackelte auch. Kein Mosikonetz oder Insektenschutz am Fenster. Bedienung beim Dinner wirkte etwas lustlos. Das Preis/Leistung Verhältnis (ÜN €205,-Dz inkl HP) stimmt überhaupt nicht. Für 1 Nacht ging es gerad so. Somit leider keine Empfehlung. Anmerkung - wir waren vorher (+€100,- mehr ) im Krüger Gate Hotel und es lagen Welten zwischen den Hotels.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
O quarto estava limpo, mas antigo e encontramos uma aranha de tamanho medio na parede logo que entramos. Os funcionarios foram excepcionais em tentarem nos deixar confortável e atender as expectativas. A estrutura e vista do hotel é a melhor possível e fica a literalmente 2 minutos do portão Milalane no Kruger.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parfait juste que nous n'avons pas eu d'eau chaude a notre arrivée
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastisk miljö på hotellområdet och fint rum, samt alldeles intill parken.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Guter Start in den Krugerpark. Einrichtung abgenutzt. Personal sachlich
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service

Estadia agradável e excelente comida.

Quarto espaçoso com chá, café e água incluídos. O sofá cama para a terceira pessoa não é tão bem arrumado quanto a cama. O ponto alto é a localização e o restaurante. A comida é deliciosa com várias opções no cardápio a lá carte. Comemos filet, carneiro, avestruz, picanha, todas as carnes preparadas com esmero, todas macias e saborosas. Os vinhos também são bons e os preços são justos. Vale a pena comer lá, dependendo do horário ainda se desfruta da paisagem com vários animais entre eles hipopótamos, várias espécies de cervos, javalis, macacos e outros. Fornecem também toalhas para piscina.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Die Freundlichkeit der Mitarbeiter ist toll. Der Ablauf des Check In war schnell und unkompliziert.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfecte locatie en top service

Fantastische locatie om het Krugerpark te bezoeken. Daarnaast is de hele staff erg behulpzaam en service gericht.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Potential men levererade inte

Läget är riktigt läckert. Att inta frukost samtidigt som flodhästar och krokodiler simmar omkring nedanför terassen är häftigt. Men måhända befann sig stället i uppstartsfasen efter covid-nedstängning. Hela stället kändes öde, vår reservation hade hotellet tappat bort vilket gav en lång incheckning, maten på kvällen var ingen höjdare och städningen kan förbättras. Bäst var att bokningen av safarin fungerade så bra.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022