Pestana Kruger Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with sauna and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Rooftop terrace
Reception
Classic Room
Pestana Kruger Lodge in the African savannah offers wildlife viewing steps away. Refresh in the spa tub and sauna after adventure, then enjoy local dishes at Buhlebethu Restaurant. The property features a garden for walks and a library for quiet moments.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

Room options

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Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
R570 Riverside Road, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320

What's nearby

  • Malelane Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Malelane Gate - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Inkwazi Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Crocodile Bridge Gate - 43 min drive - 72.3 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hamiltons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪tindlovu - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Pestana Kruger Lodge

Upscale family-friendly lodge near Kruger National Park
At Pestana Kruger Lodge, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site African cuisine restaurant, Buhlebethu Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, a safari and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
Room features
All 74 individually decorated rooms feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 21-cm TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, childcare services and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Boma
  • Buhlebethu Restaurant
  • Eshonalanga Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-cm TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

Important information

You need to know

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Kruger Lodge Pestana
Kruger Pestana
Kruger Pestana Lodge
Pestana Kruger
Pestana Kruger Lodge
Pestana Lodge
Pestana Lodge Kruger
Pestana Kruger Hotel Malelane
Pestana Kruger Lodge Malelane
Pestana Kruger Malelane
Pestana Kruger Lodge Lodge
Pestana Kruger Lodge Nkomazi
Pestana Kruger Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

Does Pestana Kruger Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pestana Kruger Lodge on 18 Oct 2025 start from NZ$273.26, 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 Pestana Kruger Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Pestana Kruger Lodge located?

This family-friendly Nkomazi lodge is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Malelane Gate and Kruger National Park. Leopard Creek Country Club is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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