Title: Buhala Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Buhala Lodge Luxury lodge with a full-service spa and free breakfast ![Room, River View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/c942f0ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/a0a52c58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite, River View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/0f7742ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hot stone massages, massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/fc9d1176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/11b072bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to Buhala Lodge, a luxury retreat near Leopard Creek Country Club. Tee off on the 18-hole golf course, unwind with a massage at the onsite spa, or lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. Enjoy free cooked-to-order breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Pool - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping - Spa ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 11 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=4022088&PinnedHotelID=4022088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Room, River View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/dcd0e36f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, River View ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Premium bedding Designer toiletries Hair dryer Private bathroom - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - River view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Suite, River View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/6f8bee2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, River View ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private plunge pool Air conditioning Refrigerator Separate bedroom - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - River view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/7a33ca88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Premium bedding Designer toiletries Hair dryer Private bathroom - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Room, River View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4022100/4022088/1cdfe03c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, River View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Separate bedroom Premium bedding Designer toiletries Hair dryer - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - River view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHectorspruit-Hotels-Buhala-Lodge.h4022088.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHectorspruit-Hotels-Buhala-Lodge.h4022088.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-25.44305%2C31.63080&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IqojjLvCwqPPtvmo9U_QbdkblV0=) 12km Beyond Malelane, N4 Highway, Kruger National Park, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320 #### Getting around - Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 75 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hamiltons - ‬18 min drive - ‪Apple Tree - ‬15 min drive - ‪Ndlovu Restaurant and Bar - ‬17 min drive ## About this property ### Buhala Lodge Luxury lodge near Malelane Gate Located close to Leopard Creek Country Club, Buhala Lodge provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and game and wildlife viewing. Adventurous travelers may like the mountain biking at this lodge. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage at the onsite spa. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking and extended parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a banquet hall - Wedding services, a porter/bellhop, and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and bathrobes. Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6510000/6505000/6504964/c1902ac6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mjejane River Lodge Nkomazi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 29 reviews CA $475 CA $564 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=6504964&PinnedHotelID=6504964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3030000/3024400/3024394/2becc2cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Kruger Lodge and Spa Nkomazi - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 58 reviews CA $217 CA $252 total includes taxes & fees Oct 17 - Oct 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=3024394&PinnedHotelID=3024394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911300/911294/w3837h2556x0y4-980708f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pestana Kruger Lodge Nkomazi - 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Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=12664058&PinnedHotelID=12664058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request - Free extended parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - 18-hole adjacent golf course - Full-service spa - Game viewing - Hiking/biking trails - Mountain biking - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Outdoors - Garden - On a river - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Hot stone massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1994 - Colonial architecture - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 10 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1400 per person (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 1400 (one-way), (up to 14 years old) 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, debit cards, and cash 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Reservations are required for golf tee times and massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### 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 Buhala Game Buhala Lodge Hectorspruit Buhala Game Lodge Malelane Buhala Game Malelane Buhala Lodge Malelane Buhala Lodge Buhala Malelane Buhala Hectorspruit Buhala Lodge Lodge Buhala Lodge Nkomazi Buhala Lodge Lodge Nkomazi ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Buhala Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Buhala Lodge? > As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buhala Lodge on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $527.88, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Hectorspruit-Hotels-Buhala-Lodge.h4022088.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Buhala Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Buhala Lodge? > Self parking and extended parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Buhala Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Buhala Lodge? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Does Buhala Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 1400 per person applies. ### Where is Buhala Lodge located? > Situated near the airport, this luxury lodge is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Malelane Gate and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Leopard Creek Country Club. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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