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Lion Sands Narina Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star hotel with private plunge pools

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Skukuza, Kruger National Park, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1260
  • Place, Kruger National Park
  • Place, Skukuza Golf Course
  • Place, Paul Kruger Gate
  • Airport, Skukuza (SZK)

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Skukuza

Skukuza retreat .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Skukuza Golf Course and 6 miles (10 km) of AM Spa Kruger with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Kruger National Park and Paul Kruger Gate.

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Shilovo Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Lapa Restaurant - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪3638 Restaurant - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Lion Sands Narina Lodge

Luxurious 5-star hotel with private plunge pools
Lion Sands Narina Lodge 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.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Lion Sands Narina Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Skukuza hotel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lion Sands Narina Lodge offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with private plunge pools and minibars (stocked with some free items). Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Skukuza hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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 Lion Sands Narina Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: ZAR 134 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 176 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 495 per person, per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, 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 and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

Lion Sands Narina Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Hotel
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Mbombela
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Hotel Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lion Sands Narina Lodge to the airport?

Lion Sands Narina Lodge is 6.2 mi (30-min drive) away from the Skukuza (SZK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Sands Narina Lodge on Nov 9, 2025 start from $3,205.49, 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 Lion Sands Narina Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Lion Sands Narina Lodge offers a free airport shuttle, available from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times.

Does Lion Sands Narina Lodge offer free breakfast?

Lion Sands Narina Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

This hotel offers free valet parking.

Does Lion Sands Narina Lodge have a pool?

Lion Sands Narina Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Lion Sands Narina Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lion Sands Narina Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer hot stone massages.

How close is Lion Sands Narina Lodge to downtown Skukuza?

Lion Sands Narina Lodge is 2.9 mi away from Skukuza.