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Phumelelo Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with outdoor pool

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk
Terrace/patio
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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16 Cyferfontein, Mabalingwe Game Reserve, Bela-Bela, Limpopo, 480
  • Place, Wessels Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Klipspringer Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bela-Bela

Bela-Bela retreat .You'll find Wessels Lake and Mabalingwe Nature Reserve South Gate within 2 miles (3 km) of this lodge. Klipspringer Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and Het Bad Natuurreservaat is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wessels Lake - 9 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Klipspringer Lake - 14 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NP Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Keg & Filly Rivonia - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Kanniedood Ladies Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Kalahari Oasis Bush Bar - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Phumelelo Lodge

Luxurious 5-star lodge with outdoor pool
Phumelelo Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities are also featured at the luxury Phumelelo Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Bela-Bela lodge.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Phumelelo Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Phumelelo Lodge Bela Bela
Phumelelo Bela Bela
Phumelelo Lodge Lodge
Phumelele Lodge
Phumelelo Lodge Bela-Bela
Phumelelo Bela-Bela
Phumelelo Lodge Bela-Bela
Phumelelo Lodge Lodge Bela-Bela

Frequently asked questions

How close is Phumelelo Lodge to the airport?

Phumelelo Lodge is 110.9 mi (131-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Phumelelo Lodge?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phumelelo Lodge on Jun 28, 2026 start from $217, 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.

Does Phumelelo Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Phumelelo Lodge.

Does Phumelelo Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Phumelelo Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 150 per person. It's available every day from 9:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Phumelelo Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Phumelelo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Phumelelo Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Phumelelo Lodge have a pool?

Phumelelo Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Phumelelo Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Phumelelo Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis.

How close is Phumelelo Lodge to downtown Bela-Bela?

Phumelelo Lodge is 11.6 mi away from Bela-Bela.

Phumelelo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem in the heart of Bela Bela

Absolutely fantastic, great service and hospitality. The lodge is stunning.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jakobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were always greeted respectfully and always had great service. The lodge owners were also present during our stay and they are very nice. All the meals were wonderful, and the game drives were excellent, this lodge give you something to eat and drink on the game drive while you are able to see the wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, peaceful, delicious food
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 nights stay

Beautiful location, spotlessly clean and excellent value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fantastische locatie, geweldig uitzicht. heel sfeervol ingericht en erg vriendelijke staf en bediening.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
- Leckeres Essen - Freundliches Personal - Game Drive war sehr schön, jedoch augrund Wetter nur 1x möglich - Lodge in sehr guten Zustand Danke an Kevin + Ursula (Gastgeber) und Team
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very lucky to have the lodge to ourselves, it’s beautifully decorated & nothing is too much trouble. A mini bar & WiFi in the room would be nice as having to keep going to the main lodge was not ideal. Will definitely be returning to this beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing stay

The advertisement is misleading. The chalets are not in Mabalingwe and not part of Phumelelo lodge. They are in a small reserve with hardly any animals. A lot of the crockery items were not clean. The chalets is not suitable for a 6~sleeper. We only had a small bar fridge. The double bed is in the are which should be the living area. The gate to the reserve is not manned or locked so safety is a concern. We will definitely not be back. You can get better value for your money elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great break away

Staff friendly and welcoming , truly personalized service . Amazing views , food was very good , fantastic suite, small hotel so very peasful , I’ll defenitly go back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ein wunderschöner Ausblick und ein vorzugliches Abendesse werden uns in Erinnerung bleiben.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Bush Lodge

An absolutely brilliant place to visit. Excellent staff, excellent food and wonderful attention to detail. We loved every minute of it and will be going back soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect weekend getaway - breathtaking views

Beautiful lodge, with amazing, breathtaking views. Perfect weekend getaway, quick drive and good route from Johannesburg. Very intimate and personal. Also had a great room, with outdoor and indoor shower and free standing bath tub.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Familiäre Lodge mit super Ausblick & Top-Service

Wir haben die Phumelelo Lodge als Zwischenstopp für eine Nacht auf unserem Weg vom Krüger Park nach Johannesburg gebucht. Die Anfahrt war nicht ganz leicht zu finden, da der Name der Lodge nicht beschildert war. Die Lodge befindet sich in sensationeller Lage mit Blick über das gesamte Bela Bela Reservat. Die gesamte Anlage ist top gepflegt und sauber. Die Zimmer sind groß und sauber. Die Lodge ist mit 4 Zimmern eher klein aber sehr sehr schön. Der Service ist sehr aufmerksam, das Essen ist fantastisch (es gab Barbecue). Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis passt außerordentlich. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Liesl

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Thabo

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017