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Royal Malewane

3.5 star property
Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Baobab Suite at Waterside | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated
Front of property
Royal Suite | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace
Luxury Suite at Malewane | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated
Bar (on property)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

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Avoca Road, Thornybush Private Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Orpen Gate
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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Room options

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Baobab Suite at Waterside | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated

Baobab Suite at Waterside

  • 4306 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Luxury Suite Farmstead | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated

Luxury Suite Farmstead

  • 1959 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite at Malewane | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated

Luxury Suite at Malewane

  • 1776 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated

Royal Suite

  • 5490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury Suite at Waterside | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated

Luxury Suite at Waterside

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Farmhouse | Premium bedding, free minibar items, individually decorated

Farmhouse

  • 6846 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Thornybush Game Reserve

Royal Malewane is located 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Mafunyani Cultural Village and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. This 15-room, 3.5-star lodge has private in-room plunge pools along with free breakfast and a full-service spa.
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What's nearby

  • Mafunyani Cultural Village - 15 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 30 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Orpen Gate - 35 min drive - 17.8 miles
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 44 min drive - 22.7 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 50 min drive - 27.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boma - ‬51 min drive

About this property

Royal Malewane

Lodge in Thornybush Game Reserve with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Royal Malewane features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa lodge include free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a hair salon.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Private plunge pools, fireplaces, and sitting areas are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 5 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Royal Malewane Lodge Hoedspruit
Royal Malewane Lodge
Royal Malewane Hoedspruit
Royal Malewane
Royal Malewane Lodge
Royal Malewane Hoedspruit
Royal Malewane Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Royal Malewane?

This lodge is located in Thornybush Game Reserve, close to Mafunyani Cultural Village.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Malewane?

As of May 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Malewane on May 20, 2025 start from $5,016.17, 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.

Will I be able to park at Royal Malewane?

No, there isn't parking available at the lodge.

Is a spa located at Royal Malewane?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Swedish massages, hot stone massages, detox wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does Royal Malewane feature a casino on the premises?

No, Royal Malewane doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royal Malewane?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Royal Malewane?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including a private plunge pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Royal Malewane have a hot tub?

Yes, this lodge has a spa tub.

Does Royal Malewane have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Royal Malewane offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Royal Malewane allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Royal Malewane.

Does Royal Malewane have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Royal Malewane?

The closest major airport to Royal Malewane is Hoedspruit (HDS), which is 26.1 mi away (66 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Royal Malewane?

Yes, every guestroom at Royal Malewane comes with a deck.

Royal Malewane Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

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