Pestana Kruger Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star lodge near Kruger National Park

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Rooftop terrace
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Classic Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service

Explore the area

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R570 Riverside Road, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320
  • Place, Malelane Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Malelane Gate
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Leopard Creek Country Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room (3ad)

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Room (3ad)

  • Sleeps 3

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Family Room (2ad)

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room (2ad)

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single

  • Sleeps 1

About the neighborhood

Malalane

On river.Within a 10-minute walk of the lodge, you'll find Kruger National Park and Malelane Gate. Also, Leopard Creek Country Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Inkwazi Shopping Centre is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Malelane Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Malelane Gate - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Inkwazi Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Crocodile Bridge Gate - 43 min drive - 44.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hamiltons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪tindlovu - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Falcon Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pestana Kruger Lodge

Family-friendly 4-star lodge near Kruger National Park
Pestana Kruger Lodge offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and limo/town car service. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Pestana Kruger Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Nkomazi lodge is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Pestana Kruger Lodge offers 74 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Nkomazi lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 21-cm TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Pestana Kruger Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
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; 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. 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 Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Kruger Lodge Pestana
Kruger Pestana
Kruger Pestana Lodge
Pestana Kruger
Pestana Kruger Lodge
Pestana Lodge
Pestana Lodge Kruger
Pestana Kruger Hotel Malelane
Pestana Kruger Lodge Malelane
Pestana Kruger Malelane
Pestana Kruger Lodge Lodge
Pestana Kruger Lodge Nkomazi
Pestana Kruger Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pestana Kruger Lodge to the airport?

Pestana Kruger Lodge is 41.7 mi (56-min drive) away from the Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pestana Kruger Lodge on Nov 24, 2025 start from $130.53, 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 Pestana Kruger Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pestana Kruger Lodge.

Does Pestana Kruger Lodge offer free breakfast?

Pestana Kruger Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Pestana Kruger Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Pestana Kruger Lodge have a pool?

Pestana Kruger Lodge features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Pestana Kruger Lodge have a restaurant?

Pestana Kruger Lodge is home to Buhlebethu Restaurant, which features African cuisine.

Does Pestana Kruger Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Pestana Kruger Lodge to downtown Nkomazi?

Pestana Kruger Lodge is 1.9 mi away from Malalane.