Buhala Lodge

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Safari sanctuary with outdoor pool

Colonial charm meets safari adventure at this luxury lodge with an outdoor pool overlooking wildlife-rich landscapes. Enjoy excellent meals after game viewing or golfing at the adjacent course. Exceptional staff and a full-service spa complete your African wilderness experience.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NT$13,201
NT$15,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Room options

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A double bed with patterned pillows, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a framed picture of elephants on the wall.

Room, River View

  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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A thatched-roof veranda with wicker furniture and a view of a lake.

Suite, River View

  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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A bedroom with two beds, a chair, a bench, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Room

  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, River View

  • River view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nkomazi, Buhala Lodge is in the historical district and on a river. Malelane Gate and Leopard Creek Country Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives. Visit our Emjejane travel guide
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12km Beyond Malelane, N4 Highway, Kruger National Park, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Apple Tree
    15 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 travelers may like the hiking/biking at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite 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 sun loungers
    • Free self parking and extended parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
    • A porter/bellhop, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and bathrobes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers

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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 2026/10/25, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buhala Lodge on 2026/11/1 start from NT$13,201, 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 Buhala Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 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 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Malelane Gate and 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Leopard Creek Country Club.

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Reviews

Buhala Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blissful Buhala

Truly amazing place & people!! We will definitely be back. Martje & all the staff were brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible view

Quiet beautiful room with a splash pool on the river, we were greeted by a heard of elephants meters away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing experience

Great hospitality and breathtaking views. Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

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!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Miss it... :) Beautiful place. Peacefull. I'm still in South Africa and thinking to going back tomorrow for 2 days. :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traumhaft

Sehr schöne Lodge mit Blick auf den Crocodile River. Man sieht dort fast immer irgendwelche Tiere. Gute Küche! Guter Preis!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
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8/10 Good

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter in Südafrika

Winter in Südafrika / waren fast alleine
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Zu teuer

Preis leistung stimmt nicht
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Erlebnisreiche Lodge

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

10/10 Excellent

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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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in May 2023