Buhala Lodge
12 kms beyond Malelane on N4, 1320 Malelane, South Africa – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 56 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Everything about Buhala was amazing from start to finish! Me and my wife enjoyed our honeymoon in the elephant suite which was such a pleasure. All staff were top tier with excellent service. We hope to someday return to Buhala lodge in the near future.
United States of America
Experience World-class Service at Buhala Lodge
Located on the southern banks of the Crocodile River and bordering Kruger National Park, Buhala Lodge features elegant rooms, an outdoor pool and open deck spa. The elegantly decorated rooms and suites at this colonial style, thatched roof lodge all have air conditioning and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. The rooms are located in the main building and the suites are separate and feature a private outdoor sitting area with views of Kruger National Park and the Crocodile River. All rooms feature private bathrooms with free-standing showers. Breakfast is provided every morning. The restaurant and bar is located at the main building. Meals are served in the dining room or on the veranda and dinner consists of a three course meal that changes daily. Alternative meals due to dietary requirements can be accommodated on request, with prior arrangement. Buhala Lodge features an open deck spa, where guests can request a massage for a fee or choose from a selection of treatments. The spa overlooks Kruger Park and the river. The large outdoor veranda provides guests an opportunity to relax and dine outside while admiring views of the Kruger National Park and the wild life that frequent the area. Guests can book safaris with a qualified guide for a surcharge. For self-drivers, the Malelane Gate into Kruger National Park is about 15-minutes from the lodge. Early morning walks, night drives and transfers can also be arranged on request at a surcharge. Guests of Buhala Lodge have the opportunity to play golf at Leopard Creek Country Club. The Leopard Creek Country and Golf Club is 9.3 mi and Nelspruit Airport is 40 mi away. Airport transfers can be arranged for a surcharge.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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David
United States of America“Everything about Buhala was amazing from start to finish! Me and my wife enjoyed our honeymoon in the elephant suite which was such a pleasure. All staff were top tier with excellent service. We hope to someday return to Buhala lodge in the near...”
Karl
Switzerland“Fast replay on e mail and a lot of help for special request.”- DavidUnited States of America“Game drives in Kruger Park with guide Shawn, View from our balcony, breakfast, massage, comfort of our room and the whole lodge, friendliness of the entire staff, security, condition of property.”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant
- CuisineSouth African
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
Amenities of Buhala LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 9
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Game drivesAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Afrikaans
- English
- Dutch
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Buhala Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Breakfast: 07h00 to 10h00
Lunch: 12h00 to 14h00
Dinner: 19h00 to 20h30
Please inform Buhala Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
When booking half board, note that drinks are not included.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Buhala Lodge
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The prices at Buhala Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Buhala Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Tour or class about local culture
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Game drives
- Spa facilities
- Walking tours
- Swimming pool
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Buhala Lodge is 8.1 miles from the center of Malelane. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Buhala Lodge has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Room options at Buhala Lodge include:
- Twin/Double
- Suite
- Double
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Check-in at Buhala Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
