Best hotels in Malelane

Explore Malelane with 19 stays near iconic landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining

Pestana Kruger Lodge
7.6 (64 reviews)

Pestana Kruger Lodge ★★★★

📍 R570 Riverside Road, Malelane

"Nice rooms, some with a view. Layout nice. Shower needs updating. Excellent staff. You feel very wellcome. Unfortunately the restaurant is extremely slow when choosing from the menu. Both lunch & dinner. Took 1,5 hours for starter (nacho’s). Not acceptable. Location is perfect next to Melalane gate. Bar is excellent ad well with nice service. Good espresso’s. Stellar view from the lunch deck overlooking the riverbed with hippo’s, crockodile, elephants and giraffe. A must see!"

Kruger View Chalets
8.4 (53 reviews)

Kruger View Chalets ★★★★

📍 Opdraend St, Malelane

"The standard rooms, chalets and cabins are not worth the money they charge for them. Most are far away from where one's vehicle must park. The perimeter walls to the property look "dodge" and unsafe. We were not prepared to stay in the chalets, rooms or cabins and had to resort to taking one of the bigger river view chalets for our peace of mind and safety, this was at an additional cost of close to R500 for the night. In general, the place is dated and is in serious need of maintenance. IN general, the prices are over the top and are exploiting the traveller by charging a hefty price because it has a view of the Kruger Park. "

Selati 103 Guest Cottages
8.9 (42 reviews)

Selati 103 Guest Cottages ★★★

📍 103 Selati Cres, Mhlatikop, Malalane, Malelane

"Overall, helpfully staff especially from the front-line staff. Would definitely recommend Salati 103 Guest Cottages."

Rio Vista Lodge
8.9 (47 reviews)

Rio Vista Lodge ★★★★

📍 Stand 1062, Monte Vista Estate, Malelane

"Very beautiful sunset and view of the river with different animals coming to greet you and it really is a special place"

River House Lodge
8.8 (44 reviews)

River House Lodge ★★★★

📍 27 Visarend St, Malelane

"A special place surrounded by nature quiet and peaceful lovely hosts and good food very close (15 min by car) to the Kruger park gate "

Mhlati Guest Cottages
9.6 (181 reviews)

Mhlati Guest Cottages ★★★★

📍 206 Tambotie St, Mhlatikop, Malelane

"The service and facilities were great. Will definitely stay there again, and would recommend it to friends of mine."

Gecko Cottages
9.3 (81 reviews)

Gecko Cottages ★★★

📍 70 Kiaat Street, Hectorspruit

Hamiltons Lodge & Restaurant
8.3 (98 reviews)

Hamiltons Lodge & Restaurant ★★★★

📍 R570 Malelane Gate Road, Malelane

"This is such a perfect place to stay if you are visiting the Kruger National Park. The lodge is situated circa 1.5km from the Malelane gate entrance. The rooms are really spacious with a large walk-in shower and extremely comfortable beds. WI-FI and air-con works perfectly in the room. There's a safe and they have a great selection of TV channels. I was there when the 2026 football World Cup was on!! Breakfast is fantastic, the restaurant menu is extensive, go for the belly pork or prawns!!! they are exceptional dishes! The staff are so friendly and helpful, they cannot do enough for you. As I was a solo traveler, I felt extremely welcomed here. I cannot recommend this lodge highly enough 10/10. Keep up the great work. I'm sure I will return again sometime "

Barnstormers Rest
9.4 (23 reviews)

Barnstormers Rest ★★★★

📍 500 Geelhaak St, Mhlatikop, Malelane

"This was an amazing experience! I can recommend them to everyone. Please don't hesitate to book. Very friendly staff and peaceful atmosphere"

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Pestana Kruger Lodge ★★★★
"I attended a conference/ retreat for 3 days. My experience at the Pestana Kruger Lodge was truly amazing. Located far from the busy town so it's really private and safely guarded. The rooms are clean and spacious and everything works perfectly. The quality of the buildings is amazing and the structures are quite artistic as well. The view is truly out of this world. It's quiet and beautiful...very calming atmosphere and the sound of the water flowing was so soothing and peaceful. The staff was so kind and very helpful. The game drive was late so we didn't see many animals but everything else was top tier. I'd do it again a million times. Thank you so much to the team and may God bless you."
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2025-09-25
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Kruger View Chalets ★★★★
"This place is a hidden gem, close to stores and restaurants, the service received was excellent, but more so the kindness of the staff is incredibly impressive. The restaurant on site is also well managed and the chef goes out of his way to ensure that food is of the highest quality. We are so grateful to have come across this little gem. A mere 10 minutes from the kruger park gate too, however animals do frequent the banks of the river daily too. "
★★★★★
2025-01-07
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Selati 103 Guest Cottages ★★★
"Great spot close to Malelane Gate, great value, and attentive staff .Easy access and information provided before arrival "
★★★★★
2026-07-20
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Traveling with friends
Rio Vista Lodge ★★★★
"We actually stayed at Kruger View Lodge on the same property but couldn't find on this site! Accommodation and view of Kruger, Croc River etc was really great. Had friend from overseas so was impressed. Clean simple accommodation. Nice and quiet atmosphere. Easy walk in the evening to Rio Vista and The Deck Restaurant. Bush atmosphere (on the river), food and service great. Thanks for a lovely stay."
★★★★★
2025-02-11
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Couple
River House Lodge ★★★★
"A great location with views of the wildlife across the river. Friendly and felpful staff, who make the place. Very quirky layout but homely feel and the place grows on us during the visit. "
★★★★★
2025-12-10
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Mhlati Guest Cottages ★★★★
"We had an amazing time at Mhlati Cottages. The cottages are equiped with everything you need. We had excellent hosts who provided us with dinner recommendations and safaris. Great breakfast. Very safe location. We loved our stay. "
★★★★★
2026-07-31
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Hamiltons Lodge & Restaurant ★★★★
"The hotel itself is okay — simple but clean. However, I got food poisoning at the restaurant, which completely ruined the stay."
★★★★★
2026-01-10
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Barnstormers Rest ★★★★
"Lovely BnB in Malelane. Clean rooms abundant towels. Good bed. Great breakfast. BnB in boomed area so good security. Great place for a quick stop ....."
★★★★★
2025-11-04

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Number of reviews

356

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19

Weekday Avg. Price

$114

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$115

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