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Needles Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale lodge with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Needles Lodge

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Front of property - evening/night
Front of property
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Interior
Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Overview of Needles Lodge

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Nkomazi by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Nkomazi by travellers.

Popular amenities

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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
340 Bushpig Avenue, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320
  • Popular LocationMarloth Park Adventures Go-Karts19 min walk
  • Popular LocationLionspruit Game Reserve17 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrocodile Bridge Gate27 min drive
  • AirportNelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)87 min drive
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Room options

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Double suite

Double suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin bed suite

Twin bed suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Marloth Park

Located in Nkomazi, Needles Lodge is next to a golf course and on a river. Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts and Leopard Creek Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mjejane Nature Reserve and Lukimbi Private Concession. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts - 19 min walk
  • Mjejane Nature Reserve - 9 min drive
  • Lionspruit Game Reserve - 17 min drive
  • Malelane Gate - 26 min drive
  • Crocodile Bridge Gate - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aamazing River View - 5 min drive
  • Ngwenya Restaurant - 32 min drive
  • Le Fera - 32 min drive
  • Tambarina - 31 min drive
  • Boskombius - 10 min drive

About this property

Needles Lodge

Upscale lodge by the river
Consider a stay at Needles Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a poolside bar. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling and ecotours at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A computer station, a TV in the lobby, and a reception hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • Balconies, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, French, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2003
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express 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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 640.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 520.00 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 640.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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

Needles Lodge
Needles Lodge Marloth Park
Needles Marloth Park
Needles Lodge Lodge
Needles Lodge Nkomazi
Needles Lodge Lodge Nkomazi
Needles Lodge Lodge
Needles Lodge Nkomazi
Needles Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

Is Needles Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Needles Lodge?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Needles Lodge on Apr 30, 2024 start from CA $155.49, 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.

How much is parking at Needles Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Needles Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Needles Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Needles Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 520.00 per person applies.

Where is Needles Lodge located?

Situated in Nkomazi, this golf lodge is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mjejane Nature Reserve. Bushveld Atlantis Water Park and Lukimbi Private Concession are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Needles Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chin Hoe

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

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Need was amazing! No need to look further!

10/10 Excellent

Alnasir

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

L Aesthetics

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was amazing….Dennis and Gail are super hosts and the lodge is situated nicely tugged away in the bushes. The staff are super friendly and the food was as good. A really enjoyable trip amd stay we had at Needles
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Intimate, Delightful Safari Lodge
Needles Lodge is a fantastic option for a small, intimate safari experience on the edge of Kruger National Park. The rooms are clean and comfortable with sliding doors that look out at the bush in the backyard where zebras, monkeys and wildebeests often gather. Meals are delicious, multi-course family-style affairs with scintillating conversations with guests from around the world. The owner, Dennis and manager, Colin, do everything possible to ensure a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic, peaceful lodge.
Everything about Needles Lodge was excellent. From our room, which was spacious and beautifully finished, to the unbelievable food served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We loved having the animals wander by and spent hours by the delightful pool. The lodge's main areas are great too with lots of books for reading about the animals. The staff were really helpful and kind, it was just the most wonderful few days and we can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food, wildlife visits and close to Kruger.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming lodge in Marloth Park
Charming lodge, rooms and host. Excellent breakfast and wine selection. Zebra visits to the lodge was a nice touch. Location in Marloth park is interesting - this is a very unique project to combine human neighborhood with a quasi safari. Dinner was just OK and the idea of a shared table to all guests and hosts is not to everyone's taste, but this shouldn't affect the high rating. We stopped there after our Kruger visit, but the guests who used the lodge for the Kruger safaris seemed happy with the lodge as their basis.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needles was a great place to stay. We were afraid it was going to be in a developed town but it's in a protected area with wildlife coming through the area as well. We saw Kudu, giraffe, a genet, and a bushbaby just on the grounds. Dennis and Gail were gracious hosts and as Dennis is a guide, he knew everything about birds, wildllife, and the park. Whatever you want is really the order of the day. Needles can arrange morning walks, game drives, nearby tours, or you can use it as a jumping off point to Crocodile Bridge (about 30 minutes by car) into Kruger National Park. It's an easy drive up to Lower Sabie camp for lunch but the location of Needles is convenient. On departure, we went from Crocodile Bridge to Malelane in the park and then it was about four hours to Pretoria by car. We had a great time and would love to return. We're talking to friends about making it a group visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019