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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A row of hotel rooms with red-tiled roofs, outdoor umbrellas, and a view of a hillside.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, some with red napkins and centerpieces.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and water bottles.

1. Usambara lodge

17.7 km from Cradle of Humankind

Portia

NZ$173

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lounge area with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a variety of decorative items.

A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a brick wall.

A modern interior with a brick wall, a fireplace, and striped hanging lights.

A swimming pool area with red umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by greenery and hills.

2. 26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel

17.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

Albert

NZ$141

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool with a palm tree in the foreground and a view of a hilly landscape in the background.

A garden with a stone pathway, potted flowers, and a covered seating area with chairs.

A rustic building with a thatched roof, a stone pathway leading to the entrance, and a wooden pergola with climbing plants.

A house with a thatched roof, a stone staircase leading to the entrance, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

3. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

15.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

Anonymous traveller

NZ$106

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A well-lit garden pathway leading to a building with a stone facade, outdoor seating, and a small pond.

A sign for Whispering Pines Country Estate with a pathway leading to it.

A wooden deck with outdoor dining furniture, a small garden, and a view of a building with a chimney.

A wooden door with glass panels leading into a room with a bed, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

4. Whispering Pines Country Estate

15.5 km from Cradle of Humankind

James

NZ$174

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A pathway leading to traditional-style buildings with thatched roofs, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.

A large house with a thatched roof, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained garden with rocks and plants.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, a sofa, a bench, and a patterned wall.

A dining area with tables set for guests, large windows offering a view of the countryside, and a potted plant in the corner.

5. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

18.1 km from Cradle of Humankind

Willem

NZ$484

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wardrobe.

A circular swimming pool with a stone edge, surrounded by a brick pathway, set in a grassy area with trees and a view of distant hills.

A rustic thatched-roof hut with a wooden door and a rope barrier.

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs and tables, set in a natural environment with trees and a stone wall.

6. Warthogs Bush Lodge

13.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

Pieter

NZ$207

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A table set for two with plates of food, a glass of orange juice, and a bottle of water.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a wooden door, and a view of a green field.

A fireplace with a glass door, a framed picture, and a glass of wine on a table.

7. Aloe Tree

15.3 km from Cradle of Humankind

Craig

NZ$54

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A wooden deck leading to a pool area with a wooden fence and seating.

A room with a large bathtub filled with water and flowers, a bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand, and a small table with candles and a vase of flowers.

A buffet with croissants, pastries, and a variety of spreads.

A hotel with multiple units, a pond, and surrounding greenery.

8. Riverstone Lodge

19.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

Ronelle

NZ$161

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A pool area with a hot tub, wooden deck, and outdoor seating.

A spa room with a large bathtub, a cushioned seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchair, a desk with a chair, a small table with decorative items, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a seating area, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

11 km from Cradle of Humankind

John

NZ$398

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A well-maintained garden with a central fountain, neatly trimmed hedges, and a pathway leading to a yellow building with a red roof.

A bedroom with a sofa, a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.

A yellow multi-story house with a tiled roof, a front entrance, and a small garden with a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a countertop.

10. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

18.2 km from Cradle of Humankind

ari

NZ$105

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A room with two massage tables, each covered with a red towel and a pink blanket. There are decorative mirrors on the wall and a small table with a vase of flowers.

11. Avela Lodge

10.1 km from Cradle of Humankind

Admire

NZ$159

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wooden cabin with a triangular roof, built on stilts, surrounded by tall grass and trees.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a pool, surrounded by trees and a sunset.

A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a hot tub.

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a ceiling with wooden beams and a thatched roof.

12. Cradle Boutique Hotel

19.7 km from Cradle of Humankind

Otsile

NZ$577

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rustic house with thatched roofs surrounded by a lush garden with various plants and a small fountain.

A restaurant with red velvet chairs, wooden tables, and a tiled floor.

A cozy room with two beds, a table with a bowl, and a fireplace.

A clear pool with a fountain in the foreground and trees in the background.

13. Hornbill Lodge

12.5 km from Cradle of Humankind

Simon

NZ$205

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a yellow armchair, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, a large red vase, and several plastic chairs.

A compact kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden bench, and a TV on the wall.

14. DreamWest Living Guesthouse

17.9 km from Cradle of Humankind

james

NZ$56

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A single-story building with a green exterior, a wooden door, and a small set of steps leading to the entrance.

A dining table with two chairs, a wine bottle, and a glass on it.

15. Budget Stays At Olivia Pines Guesthouse

17.3 km from Cradle of Humankind

NZ$63

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a bar stool.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, and a dining area with a sofa and table.

A covered patio area with a brick barbecue, outdoor seating, and a fire extinguisher.

16. Forest View Self Catering

19.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

NZ$169

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A courtyard with a large tree, a fountain, and a building with a balcony.

A swimming pool surrounded by a stone wall, with palm trees and a hilly landscape in the background.

A nighttime view of a landscaped area with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a stone wall.

A room with a bed, a nightstand, and a window with blinds.

17. The Cradle Rest

15.5 km from Cradle of Humankind

Lawrence

NZ$111

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a washing machine, and a dining area with a sofa.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator.

A bedroom with a large bed, two side tables, a dresser with a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a patterned rug, and a stone-textured wall.

18. Christi-lue Villa Guest House

16.1 km from Cradle of Humankind

NZ$227

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with pillows, a blue blanket, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a granite countertop, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern living room with a brown leather sectional sofa, two round black tables, and a ceiling fan.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

19. Riverhaven Self Catering

19.3 km from Cradle of Humankind

NZ$311

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a fenced yard.

A small pond with rocks and plants, surrounded by a brick wall and a metal fence.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a gray throw blanket. There are two framed artworks on the wall above the bed.

A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, large windows with a view of trees, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

20. African Sky Bed and Breakfast

17.7 km from Cradle of Humankind

Ellyn

NZ$91

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Cradle of Humankind

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Usambara lodge	9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 33 reviews	View
Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews	View
Whispering Pines Country Estate	9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa	9.4 Exceptional 46 reviews	View

Top Cradle of Humankind Hotel Reviews

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

8/10 Good

"A functional hotel very close to Sandton square. Hotel was clean and rooms were fine.. auto light switch left rooms dark which was a little disorientating. Floor smelled of cigarette smoke.. a fridge and bottled water woukd have been a nice extra. Tap water tatsed a little chemically."

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

8/10 Good

"A lovely place, but disappointing food, service, and broken promises. I stayed here last night. Although the property itself is lovely, my experience was let down by the food and the lack of professionalism from some staff members. This does not apply to everyone, but some staff seemed more interested in chatting among themselves than attending to guests. Their approach felt overly casual, and customer care did not seem to be a priority. Breakfast looked unappetising. The cheese and cold meats appeared dry, giving the impression that they had been put out repeatedly. The watermelon also had an unpleasant aftertaste, which made me question its freshness and whether it had been cut several days earlier. I cannot confirm when these foods were prepared or whether anything was reused, but their appearance and taste were disappointing. Unfortunately, I did not take a photograph. The most concerning part was dinner. The chicken and boerewors sausage appeared undercooked, with red meat visible inside. This raised serious concerns for me about food safety, particularly with the chicken. When I complained, the staff took all the meat away to cook it further. When it was returned, the beef had become rubbery and dry. The chicken appeared cooked through but had an unusual taste. The texture and taste made me suspect that the meat had been microwaved, although I cannot confirm how it was reheated. The meal remained disappointing. I was promised a refund for the meal, but at checkout"

Glen Afric Country Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about our stay at Glen Afric was amazing! When we arrived our room had been upgraded, and was large with nice touches. The views were incredible, especially the sunsets over the mountains. All staff were so friendly and helpful, they really made an effort to get to know, and help you, nothing was too much!! Talking of too much, the food and drinks were reasonably priced and all freshly made to order. Finally the animals, it was brilliant to see the animals in their natural habitat, giraffes, elephants, zebras, monkeys, etc. just roaming around, the lions, tigers, leopards were in enclosures, but these were very large, and not like a zoo enclosure. We cannot recommend Glen Afric highly enough, and already planning our next visit!!!"

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms very clean Staff friendly thanks to hope for wonderful service ❤️"

Mint Hotel Randburg

10/10 Excellent

"It’s in a perfect location"

Palazzo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Dod a 1 nighter and had a great time"

Silverstar Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very good perfect Very good perfect"

Blueberry Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great restaurant"

First Group Magalies Park

8/10 Good

"Great restaurant, amenities and property."

Other attractions near Cradle of Humankind

Sterkfontein Caves

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Discover interactive displays of early life forms, animals and ancient fossils then travel deep into a fascinating cave system.

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Bekker High School

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Bekker High School during your stay in Magaliesberg. Visit the spas in this romantic area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Bothongo WonderCave

Explore the great outdoors at Bothongo WonderCave, a lovely green space in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Bekker Primary School

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Bekker Primary School during your visit to Magaliesberg. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Mother of Mercy Shrine

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

Mother of Mercy Shrine is just one of the places to see in Magaliesberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas in this romantic area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park during your travels in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Kromdraai

Find out about the history of Madeteleli when you spend time at Kromdraai. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cradle of Humankind?

Cradle of Humankind is located in an area of Madeteleli known for its array of dining options. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

Where is the best place to stay near Cradle of Humankind?

Mount Grace Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. You'll find it 6.8 mi (11 km) from Cradle of Humankind. Other good choices in the area include Glenburn Lodge & Spa and African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cradle of Humankind, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cradle of Humankind.

Top Hotels Near Cradle of Humankind in Johannesburg from NZ$54

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Our top choices for Cradle of Humankind hotels

1. Usambara lodge

2. 26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel

3. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

4. Whispering Pines Country Estate

5. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

6. Warthogs Bush Lodge

7. Aloe Tree

8. Riverstone Lodge

9. Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

10. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

11. Avela Lodge

12. Cradle Boutique Hotel

13. Hornbill Lodge

14. DreamWest Living Guesthouse

15. Budget Stays At Olivia Pines Guesthouse

16. Forest View Self Catering

17. The Cradle Rest

18. Christi-lue Villa Guest House

19. Riverhaven Self Catering

20. African Sky Bed and Breakfast

Compare popular hotels close to Cradle of Humankind

Top Cradle of Humankind Hotel Reviews

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Glen Afric Country Lodge

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

Mint Hotel Randburg

Palazzo Hotel

Silverstar Hotel

Blueberry Hill Hotel

First Group Magalies Park

Other attractions near Cradle of Humankind

Sterkfontein Caves

Bekker High School

Bothongo WonderCave

Bekker Primary School

Mother of Mercy Shrine

Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

Kromdraai

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