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Marataba Safari Lodge

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star lodge with safari

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine, garden views
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Marataba Private Reserve, Rooiberg Road, Greater Marakele National Park, Lephalale, Limpopo, 0380
  • Place, Lebolobolo Game Farm
  • Place, Ben Alberts Nature Reserve
  • Place, Marakele National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Tent

  • 485 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Lephalale

In Lephalale .A stay at this lodge places you within half a mile (1 km) of Waterberg Biosphere Reserve and 6 miles (10 km) of Marakele National Park. Marataba Entrance Gate is within 6 miles (10 km) and Thaba Mall is within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Marakele National Park - 18 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Marataba Entrance Gate - 19 min drive - 5.9 miles

Restaurants

  • Marataba Safari Lodge

About this property

Marataba Safari Lodge

Family-friendly 5-star lodge with safari
Marataba Safari Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Marataba Safari Lodge. An airport shuttle at scheduled times is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

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

  • 1 floor
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2005
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Marataba Safari Lodge offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: ZAR 424 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 160 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 180 per person, per stay

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

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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, debit cards, and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Marataba
Marataba Lodge
Marataba Safari
Marataba South Africa Lodge Lephalale
Marataba Safari Lodge Thabazimbi
Marataba Safari Thabazimbi
Marataba Safari Company Hotel Waterberg
Marataba South Africa Lephalale
Marataba Africa Lephalale
Marataba Safari Lodge Lodge
Marataba Safari Lodge Lephalale
Marataba Safari Lodge Lodge Lephalale

Frequently asked questions

How close is Marataba Safari Lodge to the airport?

Marataba Safari Lodge is 926.6 mi (1107-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marataba Safari Lodge?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marataba Safari Lodge on Oct 1, 2025 start from $1,964.48, excluding 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 Marataba Safari Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Marataba Safari Lodge offers an airport shuttle at scheduled times for a charge.

Does Marataba Safari Lodge offer free breakfast?

Marataba Safari Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Marataba Safari Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Marataba Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Marataba Safari Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Marataba Safari Lodge have a pool?

Marataba Safari Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Marataba Safari Lodge have a restaurant?

Marataba Safari Lodge is home to Boma, which features African cuisine, garden views, and brunch.

Does Marataba Safari Lodge have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Marataba Safari Lodge to downtown Lephalale?

Marataba Safari Lodge is 48.3 mi away from Lephalale.

Marataba Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, very good food. Beautiful views, excellent wildlife and really knowledgeable guides
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philipp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuka, Tokyo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても親切でフレンドリーなスタッフたち。 素敵な施設、とてもきれいでフレンドリー。素敵な景色を見ながら初めましてのゲストやスタッフと自然と会話が生まれる場所でした。
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bel Safari in un bel Lodge con Rangers gentili e panorama spendido!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Abschalten in der Wildnis

Zuvorkommendes Personal, super Umgebung mit einer atemberaubenden Sicht auf die Waterberge.