Title: TOP 10 Hotels in Makalali Game Reserve (from $45) - COMPETITIVE PRICES | Expedia.com

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## Our top choices for Makalali Game Reserve hotels

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121670000/121660500/121660413/914d0553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121670000/121660500/121660413/8adf71a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![River Suite | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, slippers, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121670000/121660500/121660413/6a4a0256.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Suite | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, slippers, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121670000/121660500/121660413/a14cce77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Toro River by Newmark

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kareeberg-Hotels-Toro-River-By-Newmark.h121660413.Hotel-Information)

Makalali Game Reserve

$693 nightly

$801 total

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kareeberg-Hotels-Toro-River-By-Newmark.h121660413.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115370000/115367200/115367109/657a2a0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Villa, Lake View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115370000/115367200/115367109/c5b80335.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Villa, Lake View | 6 bedrooms, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115370000/115367200/115367109/8fbfe1f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Villa, Lake View | 6 bedrooms, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115370000/115367200/115367109/5cc9aee0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Xidulu Safari Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Xidulu-Safari-Lodge.h115367109.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

$3,285 nightly

$3,778 total

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Xidulu-Safari-Lodge.h115367109.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89239300/89239262/ff3a2c62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89239300/89239262/13356bf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89239300/89239262/705a8f2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89239300/89239262/504da66c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Milima-Big-5-Safari-Lodge.h89239262.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

9.2/10

Wonderful

(33 reviews)

"The food was excellent and we saw the big 5 plus much more wildlife. Sidney, our guide was knowledgeable and made extra efforts when we asked him to see different things. Thank you Milima!"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Adrian

$542 nightly

$624 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Milima-Big-5-Safari-Lodge.h89239262.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17850000/17842200/17842162/72b41f94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![312 Self Catering Cottage | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17850000/17842200/17842162/5a33293c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17850000/17842200/17842162/7b6213de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![312 Superior Chalet Marula | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17850000/17842200/17842162/cedbe35e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Nyaleti Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Nyaleti-Lodge.h17842162.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

9.8/10

Exceptional

(13 reviews)

"Only stayed one night coming back from our stay in Kruger but as soon as we got there we realised we should have booked for two. There are loads of things to do in the area that we were interested in and on site there were walks we could have taken surrounded by nature. The location is beautiful and even just outside the bedroom you see deer and a warthog or two. Marlon was a great host and very knowledgeable and the room was luxurious as was the bathroom that also had a choice of inside and...

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Samantha

$116 nightly

$134 total

Apr 16 - Apr 17

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Nyaleti-Lodge.h17842162.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100110000/100103600/100103549/274f02bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100110000/100103600/100103549/c7ba5f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100110000/100103600/100103549/6a81d19b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100110000/100103600/100103549/d62840cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

[](https://www.expedia.com/El-Kharga-Hotels-Radisson-Safari-Hotel-Hoedspruit.h100103549.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

9.0/10

Wonderful

(44 reviews)

"Nice hotel , clean rooms, wooden floord"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Thandile Babalwa

$160 nightly

$184 total

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/El-Kharga-Hotels-Radisson-Safari-Hotel-Hoedspruit.h100103549.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21600000/21599200/21599139/94b0008c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21600000/21599200/21599139/9fca83b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21600000/21599200/21599139/d3f7067a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21600000/21599200/21599139/d51b6ab3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Nyati Safari Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Nyati-Safari-Lodge.h21599139.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

9.0/10

Wonderful

(34 reviews)

"Nyati is beautiful, spacious, friendly, efficient and considerate of special dietary concerns. We stayed in Rhino Tents which were luxurious and comfortable. Staff went out of their way to make our experience amazing. Wildlife was everywhere but we felt safe on the resort and on safari. It was an experience of a lifetime!! "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Stephen

$574 nightly

$660 total

Mar 25 - Mar 26

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Nyati-Safari-Lodge.h21599139.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99613200/99613173/d8ceaf98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99613200/99613173/9259ea8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Tent | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99613200/99613173/a70c5aad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99613200/99613173/0fee7d9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cape Vulture Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Cape-Vulture-Lodge.h99613173.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Cape-Vulture-Lodge.h99613173.Hotel-Information)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122570000/122563000/122562915/1f94f8f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122570000/122563000/122562915/811c1750.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122570000/122563000/122562915/d44c5957.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Coffee service](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122570000/122563000/122562915/f0e8ee07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Khanya Conservation Camp

[](https://www.expedia.com/Phalaborwa-Hotels-Khanya-Conservation-Camp.h122562915.Hotel-Information)

Phalaborwa

$227 nightly

$261 total

Mar 26 - Mar 27

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Phalaborwa-Hotels-Khanya-Conservation-Camp.h122562915.Hotel-Information)

![Luxury House | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28410000/28406800/28406735/75c2eec2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury House | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28410000/28406800/28406735/7f00c4de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28410000/28406800/28406735/14e275d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury House | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28410000/28406800/28406735/d8f6597d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Call of the Wild Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Call-Of-The-Wild-Lodge.h28406735.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

9.8/10

Exceptional

(31 reviews)

"Awesome property and owners were exceptionally helpful and friendly!! Absolutely would stay there again!!!"

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Rebecca

$149 nightly

$172 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Call-Of-The-Wild-Lodge.h28406735.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412800/6412750/3488bd63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412800/6412750/ec63213c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412800/6412750/39a64f25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412800/6412750/c34b855e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Karongwe - Kuname Safari Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Kuname-Lodge.h6412750.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

9.8/10

Exceptional

(14 reviews)

"Our stay surpassed every trip we have done and couldn’t fault anything!!"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Karran

$1,002 nightly

$1,152 total

Apr 8 - Apr 9

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Kuname-Lodge.h6412750.Hotel-Information)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99350000/99342700/99342658/bf58216a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99350000/99342700/99342658/6d6cd1cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99350000/99342700/99342658/55cd8077.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99350000/99342700/99342658/8d506d83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Muunga Bush Lodge & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Muunga-Bush-Lodge-Spa.h99342658.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

10/10

Exceptional

(4 reviews)

"It was a wonderful property with a wonderful group of people."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Julian Samuels and Karla

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Muunga-Bush-Lodge-Spa.h99342658.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/5ff2f83c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/a19f1e94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/a49a1da7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily full breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/17701321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gem in the bush lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Gem-In-The-Bush-Lodge.h84045508.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

8.6/10

Excellent

(7 reviews)

"Cannot find a single fault …. Excellent comms. Great location. Superb food. Lovely room. Comfy bed. Gorgeous shower. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay again and recommend to others"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Helen

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Gem-In-The-Bush-Lodge.h84045508.Hotel-Information)

![International cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13372100/13372057/7528105b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13372100/13372057/724b6847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13372100/13372057/8e38b788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gift shop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13380000/13372100/13372057/7b40c186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Blue Cottages

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Blue-Cottages.h13372057.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

8.6/10

Excellent

(12 reviews)

"Beautifull, safe."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Stanley

$56 nightly

$65 total

Mar 27 - Mar 28

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Blue-Cottages.h13372057.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29310000/29304300/29304237/51132dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Villa | Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29310000/29304300/29304237/8050f4a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29310000/29304300/29304237/b501ed2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Bungalow (2) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29310000/29304300/29304237/81e06d6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Nyala Safari Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Nyala-Safari-Lodge.h29304237.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

10/10

Exceptional

(3 reviews)

"3 dias de Safari: - Vimos os “big 5” e tantos outros animais tão lindos - Esses dias estão entre os melhores que já vivi, sem dúvida. Foi uma experiência inesquecível! Eu teria ficado 5 ou 6 dias para aproveitar mais um pouco o lugar. Que detox perfeito! A equipe do Nyala é muito amável e caprichosa em todos os detalhes. A localização nos permitia a visita de elefantes, macacos e impalas de dia; a noite, muitos sons eram ouvidos e arriscávamos palpites do quarto. Certamente nossa Ranger...

![Brazil](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/br.svg)

Aline

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Nyala-Safari-Lodge.h29304237.Hotel-Information)

![Luxury Rooms (4) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39780000/39773300/39773259/4b977197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Asuite-Dream

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Hoedspruit

8.0/10

Very Good

(1 review)

"Nice place! The only thing was the aire conditioning that was doing some intermittent noise …"

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Marc-Antoine

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### The Wild Blue Lodge SAFARI & SPA

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-The-Wild-Blue-Lodge.h44290887.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

9.0/10

Wonderful

(6 reviews)

"So beautiful can't wait to go back!"

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Nate

$292 nightly

$292 total

Apr 4 - Apr 5

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### Raptors Lodge N16

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Raptors-Lodge-N16.h13134467.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

8.8/10

Excellent

(6 reviews)

"The place was super clean and comfortable "

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Lindah

$152 nightly

$174 total

Apr 10 - Apr 11

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![Luxury Chalet | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40280000/40271300/40271242/fcc4615e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Ukuthula Bush Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Ukuthula-Bush-Lodge.h40271242.Hotel-Information)

Hoedspruit

10/10

Exceptional

(18 reviews)

"Excellent stay at Ukuthula lodge. Very warm greeting and delicious food! Great atmosphere too! We highly recommend! Thank you"

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Jeremie

$180 nightly

$207 total

Apr 2 - Apr 3

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### The Sky Safari Lodge - Hoedspruit

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Hoedspruit

7.0/10

Good

(4 reviews)

"Staff was friendly "

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Ntsako

$39 nightly

$45 total

Apr 24 - Apr 25

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-The-Wild-Horison-Lodge.h99582000.Hotel-Information)

![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412900/6412853/c18d7570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Karongwe - River Safari Lodge

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Hoedspruit

10/10

Exceptional

(31 reviews)

"We had a wonderful time at Karongwe River Logde. Staff, accommodations, food and service were impeccable! The games were great and we saw many animals , including the big five. "

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HENRIQUE

$890 nightly

$1,024 total

Mar 27 - Mar 28

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Karongwe-River-Lodge.h6412853.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Makalali Game Reserve Hotel Reviews

![Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100110000/100103600/100103549/274f02bf_y.jpg)

### Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

10/10 Excellent

"Spotless room and very friendly staff"

[](https://expedia.com/El-Kharga-Hotels-Radisson-Safari-Hotel-Hoedspruit.h100103549.Hotel-Information)

![Nyati Safari Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21600000/21599200/21599139/94b0008c_y.jpg)

### Nyati Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing, they organized 2 game drives each day, It rained a bit on the first and they provided raincoats for us. The meals are lovely! Would recommend , we saw lots of animals, a wonderful visit! "

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![Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15480000/15477900/15477876/c0f9d25d_y.jpg)

### Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff, wonderful room, comfortable bed, beautiful setting."

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![MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89240000/89239300/89239262/ff3a2c62_y.jpg)

### MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The food was excellent and we saw the big 5 plus much more wildlife. Sidney, our guide was knowledgeable and made extra efforts when we asked him to see different things. Thank you Milima!"

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![The Belgium Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16320000/16312700/16312661/688735ff_y.jpg)

### The Belgium Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The host was spectacular and the staff kind and helpful. Loved the Safari decor in the great hall. The rooms were really nice, good mini fridge, great tub and separate shower. The breakfast was delicious! Location was great- and secured entry onto the estate. Great place to walk about and see wild warthogs, kudu, steenbok and monkeys. It was a perfect spot to be to drive to all the animal places (endangered species center, Jessica the hippo, the elephant sanctuary/orphanage and the wildlife rehab center). Highly recommend! "

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![Raptor Retreat Game Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14794600/14794508/baf0063a_y.jpg)

### Raptor Retreat Game Lodge

8/10 Good

"A very warm welcome from the team.The tent was cosy, as was the bed on the cold nights. Great to hear the local animals during the night, with wonderful day visits from the ellies."

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![Call of the Wild Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28410000/28406800/28406735/75c2eec2_y.jpg)

### Call of the Wild Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The lodge is perfect for a stay in Hoedspruit; with an easy drive to Kruger Park. The wildlife come to within meters of the garden which makes for exciting and interesting viewing from your patio. The hosts Sue and Deon will do everything they can to make your stay wonderful. Would definitely recommend. "

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## More cheap stays in Makalali Game Reserve

![Mist of Gold](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19110000/19103200/19103173/99f4a6b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Mist of Gold

112 Giraffe Street Hoedspruit Limpopo

$43 nightly

$50 total

Mar 27 - Mar 28

Total with taxes and fees

7.8/10 Good! (16 reviews)

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### Offbeat Safaris

Brussels Ext 4, Off R36 Hoedspruit Limpopo

$97 nightly

$97 total

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Total with taxes and fees

7/10 Good! (2 reviews)

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![Wild Dog Guest Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21730000/21724500/21724467/700d827e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Wild Dog Guest Lodge

352 Kierrieklapper Road Hoedspruit Limpopo

$105 nightly

$105 total

Apr 14 - Apr 15

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10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)

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![Villa Tau in Hoedspruit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104250000/104241400/104241335/700a3cec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Villa Tau in Hoedspruit

 Hoedspruit Limpopo

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### Hlakula Lake Resort

R36 Road via D21 Road, Stand 4, Exit 3 Metz Limpopo

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### Bundox Explorer Camp

Balule Nature Reserve Hoedspruit Limpopo

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## Hotels in Makalali Game Reserve with star-rating

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the best area to stay in Makalali Game Reserve?

> Staying directly within a private lodge means you're already in the heart of the bushveld, offering immediate access to wildlife viewing opportunities. These lodges typically include game drives with experienced rangers and trackers, often twice daily, along with all meals and sometimes other activities like bush walks. This all-inclusive approach simplifies planning and allows you to focus entirely on the safari experience.
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> For couples seeking a romantic and secluded getaway, lodges positioned along the Makhutswi River or overlooking watering holes are particularly appealing. These locations often provide opportunities to view animals directly from your private deck or communal areas, enhancing the sense of being immersed in nature.

### When is the best time to go to Makalali Game Reserve?

> During these months, the vegetation is sparse, making animals easier to spot. Water sources become limited, concentrating wildlife around rivers and watering holes. The weather is generally cooler and drier, with clear skies and less humidity, which is more comfortable for safari activities. This time of year is excellent for most travelers, particularly those on their first safari, as the chances of seeing a wide variety of animals are significantly higher.
> 
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> For travelers who prefer warmer weather and don't mind the occasional rain shower, the shoulder seasons of April or November can also be a good option. During these months, the landscape begins to green, and while wildlife viewing can be more challenging due to thicker bush, you might witness newborn animals and migratory birds.

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