Title: Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve All-inclusive hotel with 4 outdoor pools and free breakfast ![4 outdoor pools, open 7 AM to 5 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2350000/2343600/2343567/26dc42be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2350000/2343600/2343567/1016f51f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2350000/2343600/2343567/74a1ee72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2350000/2343600/2343567/c86f0a5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2350000/2343600/2343567/8d8f61ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve, surrounded by provincial park beauty, offers an all-inclusive wilderness experience. Guests start with a continental breakfast before game viewing, then relax in the garden or cool off in one of four outdoor pools. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Bar - All-inclusive - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Pool £291 includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 5 - Nov 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 6 - Nov 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=2343567&PinnedHotelID=2343567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![River Lodge Thatched Suites | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2350000/2343600/2343567/324101c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### River Lodge Thatched Suites ### Highlights Deck/patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Separate bedroom - 549 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ![Main Lodge Superior Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2350000/2343600/2343567/8402e70f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Main Lodge Superior Room ### Highlights Deck/patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Blackout curtains Pillow-top bed - 409 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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The on-site restaurant, Makalali Dining Hall, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Swimming pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and 4 outdoor pools - Babysitting (surcharge), game drive on-site and a reception hall Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free Internet and safes. Extra amenities include: - Heating and ceiling fans - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries - Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and childcare services ### All-inclusive details This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply). ### Food and beverages All buffet meals and snacks included In-room minibar (all beverages included) ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412900/6412853/65bb218c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karongwe - River Safari Lodge Hoedspruit - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 9.8 Exceptional 28 reviews £766 includes taxes & fees 12 Nov - 13 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=6412853&PinnedHotelID=6412853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Couples’ dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18310000/18302700/18302655/627fa110.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rukiya Safari Camp Hoedspruit - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews £173 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=18302655&PinnedHotelID=18302655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412800/6412750/87939a06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karongwe - 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Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Turndown service ### Business services - Conference centre ### Outdoors - Garden - In a provincial park - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 2 floors - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Restaurant dining guides - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR315 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 6 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 and debit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Pool access available from 7 AM to 5 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Makalali Game Makalali Private Game Reserve Hoedspruit Makalali Private Game Reserve Lodge Hoedspruit Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Hotel Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Hoedspruit Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve All Inclusive Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Hotel Hoedspruit ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve have a pool? > Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 7 AM to 5 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve? > As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve on 10 Nov 2025 start from £290.72, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Aha-Makalali-Private-Game-Reserve.h2343567.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve? > Yes, the property is all-inclusive. ### Where is Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve located? > Located in a provincial park, this family-friendly hotel is 25 mi (40.3 km) from Boabab Tree at Leydsdorp. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### amanda 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Incrível , a acomodação é mto boa , quarto amplo , chuveiro incrível. Alimentação boa , e game drive inclusos incrível, com saída as 6:00am e as 4:00pm , com destaque a Isaac e butter os rangers, incríveis ….. Muito satisfeito e retornaria ao local com certeza. ##### amanda Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mert 20 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness #### Bad Food and incompetent rangers Food is much below expectations. Most of the meat served was undercooked including chicken. Service Staff is incompetent as many places in South Africa. We have ordered wine one night and waitress just dropped the bottle in out table and left without opening and serving. Then we had to call another waitress to serve it. You need to tell everything and common sense was missing. English of the ranger for the game drives was not perfect and he was not really talkative or giving information unless asked, he was more like , yeah here is an impala but no information. Also to many questions that we have asked, the answer was “I don’t know”. I think it is worth to stretch the budget a bit more to stay in somewhere nicer. ##### Mert Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zaheer 9 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent for big 5 Excellent for bush lovers ##### Zaheer Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 5 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 非常に洗練された綺麗なホテルで、シャワーやクーラーなどの設備もかなり良かったです。また、宿泊費に含まれている食事もおいしかったし、ゲームドライブも非常に楽しかったです。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl 28 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great new hotel - super rooms We spent a long weekend at this reserve - two adults and a teen. The hotel was lovely - new rooms and well-designed open, communal spaces. We booked two rooms and it was a bonus that they could be made to be interleading. The hotel rooms are exactly that - hotel rooms - and maybe lacking some of the charm of free-standing lodge units but very comfortable and well-appointed. The guide and tracker were friendly and knowledgeable and we enjoyed our game drives. It was great to be able to go off-road to get closer to rhino and cheetah. Whilst this is a big 5 reserve, you do travel the same roads quite a bit but the guide made an effort to vary things up on each drive and to go look for specific animals. The food was nice - and not as "conference-like" as the bigger Ivory Tree Aha resort - but not knock-your-socks-off amazing. The downside of a smaller lodge is slightly less variety and choice - but to me still better than endless buffets. Aha is running some specials where kids stay free. What this meant was that over the long weekend there were lots of noisy children in the pool and running around at the boma dinner. The hotel manager did make a plan for us to go to the quieter pool at the nearby smaller lodge which was very kind of her. Unfortunately though listening to a child play a loud game on a phone all the way through the boma dinner compromised the "peace of the bush" experience. Overall - we would go again. We had a great stay and thought it was good value. ##### Carl Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Rennan 20 May 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Tivemos de trocar as datas da nossa viagem devido à pandemia do Covid-19 e fomos muito bem instruidos e atendidos pela gerente de reservas. Esperamos pela estadia em Novembro. ##### Rennan Stayed 2 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antony 14 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hotel and game park, not so good food Overall the stay was excellent based on the accommodation and the rangers taking us to see the most amazing array of wild animals. The only downside were the quality of the food and too many over attentive waiters and waitresses who must learn to be not so keen to remove your drink or plate, especially when you or your dining partner are still eating! ##### Antony Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Lugar incrível ! Estrutura do hotel impecável, funcionários super atenciosos e simpáticos !! Vimos vários animais em casa Safari, inclusive um grupo de leões caçando GNUS! Carros do Safari com cobertor e capa de chuva ( precisamos !) e com guias muito bem informados ! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Raphaël 25 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Rangers very good. Place and location very good. Food: not good . Very average and always the same. A shame... ##### Raphaël Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### un séjour inoubliable magnifique hébergement ,personnel aux petits soins,repas variés et de bonne qualité,des safaris extras bref rien à dire! sans oublier l'apéro en fin de safari du soir en pleine brousse et le café lors de celui du matin! le plus dur est d'arriver (et d'en repartir!)car la piste est ravinée mais après c'est que du bonheur! ![notre chambre avec douche intérieure et extérieure](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/26B3DE159F58E5F6BEC8F03910B18B5E8729113F1576172129414.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![1er safari](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/AC8E38DCD2721AB26BE426934F24D99FB8CAFC901576172139166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica E 30 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excelente experiencia ##### Monica E Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danilo 11 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lugar maravilhoso Lugar maravilhoso, logo ao chegar tivemos uma recepção com nosso ranger Paulie que nos levou a 2 safaris e conseguimos ver 4 dos big five. Experiência inesquecível. Comida ótima e todos os funcionários do hotel foram muito simpáticos. Recomendo muito ##### Danilo Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aline 7 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sensacional! Sensacional! Optamos pelo Makalali pela comodidade, não queríamos nos preocupar com nada (Game Drive e Refeições) e foi exatamente assim. Atendimento, organização, limpeza, quartos e refeições excepcionais. Game Drive incrível, vimos os Big Five, eles procuram os animais incansavelmente, entram na mata, inexplicável. Nossa melhor escolha! ##### Aline Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathalie 21 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent séjour, belle et grande réserve. Lodge raffiné, personnel attentionné et dépaysement garanti ##### Nathalie Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke 7 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best customer service The customer service was absolutely above and beyond. You are treated like family. Room and lodge area is absolutely beautiful and the food was amazing. I will definitely book at Makalali again for my next visit! ##### Brooke Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mikael 28 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nära naturen och djuren! Du bör ha en 4x4 bil för att ta dig till detta fantastiska hotell. Närmare naturen och djuren kommer man inte, dessa stugor ligger långt ut från all annan bebyggelse. Stugorna helt otroliga men maten var inte till belåtenhet med tanke på priset på detta boende. Snopet att receptionen var stängd när vi till slut kom fram, och vi fick köra runt i skogen en stund till vi plötsligt hittade kocken som kunde hjälpa oss. ##### Mikael Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 19 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Safarimazing We had an amazing stay, all the staff were extremely friendly and it was amazing to be living in the bush with all of the luxury conveniences in a very clean and organised lodge. Shout out to Lovedeliah (camp host), Stanley (game drive tracker), and Louise (game drive guide). The wifi was very weak around the property but you're in the bush so it was ok to be off the grid for a few days! ##### Alan Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Bruno 14 Aug 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Muito legal! A estadia foi realmente maravilhosa! Gostamos do hotel apesar do Safari parecer um grande zoológico! Ficávamos andando em círculos, até que alguém indicava onde está o animal! Vimos todos os Big five, o que foi bem legal! O serviço é bem exclusivo, a comida é excelente, o quarto então, maravilhoso! A única coisa que nos incomodou foi a hora do check out, aonde incluíram uma taxa de quase 500 rands por noite, taxa da qual não fomos informados hora nenhuma. A mesma taxa não foi cobrada de um casal de amigos que saiu horas depois! A diária já era bem cara, realmente a tal taxa foi uma surpresa desagradável! Acho que eles poderiam ser mais claros na chegada! ##### Bruno Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mariana 26 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful place to stay Beautiful facilities, super comfortable room, great staff, food was ok but not a highlight. We got to see most animals from very up close on the safari however most of the time we are just driving thru the bushes, I can’t compare to other areas but I guess it’s normal. Only weird thing is paying a lot for an all inclusive resort and having to pay separately for water :/ ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1431-pe54c5ba0-0286-11e8-b691-42834b9c48d7-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s527-peda46f90-0286-11e8-b691-42834b9c48d7-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Mariana Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian 1 Dec 2016 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service Wird unter Hotels.com als All Inklusive beworben, ist es aber nicht Getränke müssen extra bezahlt werden. Zimmersauberkeit lässt zu wünschen übrig(dreckige Handtücher, überall Staub und tote Insekten). Ansonsten Super Lodge, die Ranger sind top. Die Lage ist toll mitten im Busch. ##### Christian ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom, Annecy 3 Aug 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Superbe game reserve Camp superbe tres exclusif géré par une équipe aux petits soins. Cuisine excellente. Mais surtout deux game drive exceptionnels avec les Big five au rendez vous !!! ##### Tom ### 4/10 Poor #### Ralph M, Pretoria 13 Apr 2016 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### It has seen its days ... but they are over! We are repeat guests that will not come back again. The offerings of activities beside game Drives i s zero, food is good prepared but basic (Pap and Chicken and Wors) Far to expensive for what is offered, there is not even a mini bar, the shampoo stinks and the whole lodge has been due for maintennance for more than five years. ##### Ralph M ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph, Albuquerque 31 Mar 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best reserve A+ Great property, great service ##### Joseph ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giuseppa, London 24 Nov 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A little slice of heaven Though getting to Makalali is a little tricky, once you get there - it's wonderful. Gorgeous rooms, beautiful views and surroundings, great game drives every day and plenty of food and drink. The staff look after you very well, the rooms have everything you need to relax and enjoy yourself. I had a fantastic stay - saw some amazing animals really up close - and relaxed in a wonderful and peaceful place. ##### Giuseppa ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave, Seattle, USA 9 Nov 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Superb African experience staying at the lodge I stayed this November for a few days at the Makalali Game Reserve/Lodge. Everything from start to finish I enjoyed fully. From check in by Caroline to Ranger Lawrence was flawless including viewing all of the animals. The separate rooms are in their own buildings along the side of a dry river bed and allow you to view out from you room, front deck or outdoor shower. You walk along a path to where breakfast/lunch are served in African style. I weather permits you are fed dinner outside in a group setting under the stars. If you have Ranger Lawrence for your guide (he has 20 years of experience) sometime along the safari ask him to give you a "Lawrence African Tale" ##### Dave ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge.h526966.Hotel-Information) > > [Sebatana Private Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Sebatana-Private-Reserve.h32459379.Hotel-Information) > > [Pumba Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grahamstown-Hotels-Pumba-Private-Game-Reserve.h2319463.Hotel-Information) > > [Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Mhondoro-Safari-Lodge-Villa.h11522151.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun City Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-Soho-Hotel-Casino-At-Sun-City-Resort.h527184.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury-Hotels-Woodbury-Tented-Camp-Amakhala-Game-Reserve.h9642577.Hotel-Information) > > [Botlierskop Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Klein-Brak-River-Hotels-Botlierskop-Private-Game-Reserve.h2991039.Hotel-Information) > > [Mabula Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bela-Bela-Hotels-Mabula-Game-Lodge.h1559026.Hotel-Information) > > [Tsala Treetop Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Tsala-Treetop-Lodge.h1030430.Hotel-Information) > > [Paternoster Dunes Boutique Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paternoster-Hotels-Paternoster-Dunes-Boutique-Guesthouse.h31911613.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cascades Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cascades-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9515.Hotel-Information) > > [Tshukudu Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Tshukudu-Bush-Lodge.h1201423.Hotel-Information) > > [Gondwana Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Gondwana-Game-Reserve.h4145102.Hotel-Information) > > [Hartford House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mooirivier-Hotels-Hartford-House.h27344764.Hotel-Information) > > [Ivory Tree Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Ivory-Tree-Game-Lodge.h5994597.Hotel-Information) > > [Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenton-On-Sea-Hotels-Kariega-Game-Reserve-Main-Lodge.h4576469.Hotel-Information) > > [Margate Beach Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Margate-Beach-Club.h9458217.Hotel-Information) > > [Lush Private Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Lush-Private-Lodge.h24940930.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kingdom Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moses-Kotane-Hotels-The-Kingdom-Resort.h6792618.Hotel-Information) > > [Glen Afric Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broederstroom-Hotels-Glen-Afric-Country-Lodge.h27136993.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanbona Wildlife Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barrydale-Hotels-Sanbona-Wildlife-Reserve.h1155735.Hotel-Information) > > [Garden Route Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albertinia-Hotels-Garden-Route-Game-Lodge.h2917158.Hotel-Information) > > [Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hlabisa-Hotels-Rhino-Ridge-Safari-Lodge.h9401037.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Self-Catering Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Self-Catering-Chalets.h22471915.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Breede-River-Hotels-Inverdoorn-Private-Game-Reserve.h3131643.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oyster Box](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Oyster-Box.h2939964.Hotel-Information)