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Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with 4 outdoor pools

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4 outdoor pools, open 7 AM to 5 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lounge
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Limpopo, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 6191
  • Place, Blyde River Canyon
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
  • Place, Three Rondavels
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)

Room options

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  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hoedspruit

In provincial park.You'll be 25 mi (40.3 km) from Boabab Tree at Leydsdorp with a stay at this Hoedspruit hotel.

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 174 min drive

About this property

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with 4 outdoor pools
Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve offers its guests 4 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Hoedspruit hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Hoedspruit hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 315 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 6 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
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, 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 5 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

How close is Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve to the airport?

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve is 58.4 mi (174-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve offers an airport shuttle on request for a charge.

Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve offer free breakfast?

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve have a pool?

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve features 4 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 5 PM.

Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve to downtown Hoedspruit?

Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve is 3.3 mi away from Makalali Game Reserve.