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aha Makalali Private Game Lodge — exterior view
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4-star property · HOEDSPRUIT

aha Makalali Private Game Lodge

Po Box 809, HOEDSPRUIT

4 star rating 4-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Restaurant
Bar
Air conditioning in public areas
24-hour reception
Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
About this hotel

Nestled within the Makalali Private Game Reserve, west of Kruger National Park, aha Makalali Private Game Lodge offers two distinct lodging options. Guests can choose between the River Lodge, featuring private camps with plunge pools and timber viewing decks overlooking the Makhutswi River, or the Main Lodge with superior rooms, each boasting en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. Meals are served on you…

Nestled within the Makalali Private Game Reserve, west of Kruger National Park, aha Makalali Private Game Lodge offers two distinct lodging options. Guests can choose between the River Lodge, featuring private camps with plunge pools and timber viewing decks overlooking the Makhutswi River, or the Main Lodge with superior rooms, each boasting en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. Meals are served on your private deck or in the dining lounge, a comfortable space where guests can also relax by the fireplace. Explore the 26, 000 hectares of this Big Five game reserve with exciting activities such as game drives, hot air balloon rides, and visits to a cheetah breeding project. Flights and transfers to Hoedspruit Airport can be arranged for your convenience.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
14:00–19:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Babysitting service charge applies Towels and bed linen charge applies Non-smoking establishment charge applies Airport Shuttle charge applies Wi-fi charge applies Large pets allowed (over 5 kg) charge applies Small pets allowed (under 5 kg) charge applies 24-hour security charge applies Car hire charge applies Fireplace charge applies Massage charge applies Garage charge applies Car park charge applies Wired Internet charge applies Smoking area charge applies Game room charge applies Bar charge applies Garden charge applies
Amenities & services

39 facilities across 8 categories.

Facilities
22
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Medical service
  • Garage
  • Laundry service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Room service
  • Babysitting service
  • Car hire
  • 24-hour security
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Library
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Garden
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detector
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Wired Internet
Location
5
  • Family rooms (1)
  • Superior rooms (30)
  • Suites (17)
  • Year of most recent renovation (2003)
  • Total number of rooms (48)
Catering
4
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking area
Meals
3
  • Buffet dinner
  • Buffet lunch
  • Breakfast
Entertainment
2
  • Nightclub
  • Game room
Hotel type
1
  • lodge
Business
1
  • Conference room
Health
1
  • Massage
Room types at this hotel

1 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Lod · Kg Su
Sleeps 1–10
Location

Po Box 809, HOEDSPRUIT

Distance from key points
  • Airport
  • Golf course
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-in14:00–19:00
  • Check-outUntil 11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Non-smoking establishment
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

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Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at aha Makalali Private Game Lodge?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at aha Makalali Private Game Lodge?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, aha Makalali Private Game Lodge accepts American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does aha Makalali Private Game Lodge offer?

Key amenities at aha Makalali Private Game Lodge include Wi-fi, Restaurant, Bar, Air conditioning in public areas, 24-hour reception. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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