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Buhala Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Hot stone massages, massages
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
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

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Spa
The current price is €332
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Suite, River View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room

Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the area

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

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hamiltons - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Apple Tree - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dulce - Malelane - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ndlovu Restaurant and Bar - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Buhala Lodge

Luxury lodge near Malelane Gate
Located close to Leopard Creek Country Club, Buhala Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course and game and wildlife viewing. Adventurous travellers may like the mountain biking at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), wedding services and a banquet hall
  • A porter/bellboy, luggage storage and a TV in reception
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7 AM to 6 PM on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Hot stone massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1994
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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 over, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1400 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 1400 (one-way), (up to 14 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times and massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Property is 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

Does Buhala Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Buhala Lodge?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buhala Lodge on 25 Sept 2025 start from €331.65, including 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 Buhala Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buhala Lodge?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buhala Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Buhala Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does Buhala Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7 AM-6 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 1400 per person applies.

Where is Buhala Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury lodge is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Malelane Gate and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Leopard Creek Country Club.

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