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Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

4.0 star property

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A spacious lodge with a high wooden ceiling, a dining area, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.
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A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a bookshelf, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense greenery.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Nibela Peninsula, Simangaliso Wetland Park, KwaNibela, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960

Room options

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Double Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

  • Lake view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a canopy bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Lake View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense greenery.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 429 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water with a distant landmass.

Exclusive Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

KwaNibela

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia places you next to Lake St. Lucia. This 4-star lodge welcomes guests with 11 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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About this property

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

Guests staying at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and a free ferry terminal shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and securing valuables. Other amenities at this all-inclusive lodge include free use of bicycles, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other standard amenities include 4 bathrooms, furnished balconies or patios, and minibars. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is open daily.

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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

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 1971/003792/07

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

NIBELA LAKE
NIBELA LAKE Hluhluwe
NIBELA LAKE LODGE
NIBELA LAKE LODGE Hluhluwe
NIBELA LODGE
Nibela Lake Hotel Hluhluwe
Nibela Lake Lodge
Nibela Lake By Dream Resorts
Nibela Lake Lodge by Dream Resorts Lodge
Nibela Lake Lodge by Dream Hotels Resorts
Nibela Lake Lodge by Dream Resorts KwaNibela
Nibela Lake Lodge by Dream Resorts Lodge KwaNibela

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Malkoha Lake St. Lucia?

This lodge is located in KwaNibela within a short 1-minute walk of Lake St. Lucia. You'll also find North Island nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia on Jul 3, 2026 start from $381, including 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.

Is there parking available at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is a spa located at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia?

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

Does Malkoha Lake St. Lucia feature a casino?

No, Malkoha Lake St. Lucia doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Malkoha Lake St. Lucia?

This lakeside lodge offers many amenities for couples such as a restaurant and an outdoor pool with some guestrooms featuring a fireplace.

Does Malkoha Lake St. Lucia have a hot tub?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Malkoha Lake St. Lucia have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Malkoha Lake St. Lucia doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Malkoha Lake St. Lucia allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia though service animals are welcome.

Does Malkoha Lake St. Lucia have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this lodge has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia?

Yes, every guestroom at Malkoha Lake St. Lucia comes with a furnished balcony/patio and some offer lake views.

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and I loved the boardwalks through the forest. The staff was very helpful, professional, and friendly - they went out of their way to accommodate me as a vegetarian and the chef made a delicious curry even though it wasn't on the menu. Thank you for the lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lesley.

Liked: Room comfort

So much potential

Unfortunately the renovation spoilt our stay. It clearly stated on the web site renovations were completed. It indicates wifi available in rooms...it was not. When we asked the receptionist she was surprised and said she would send someone to sort it out. My husband had a conference call at 1am....never got assistance. The door to cabin didn't fit the frame. Bathrooms desperate for up grade. Staff in dining room great and food was very nice. Guide Lucky very friendly. Would we go back...not likely.stunning setting though.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just too many bugs and frogs in the rooms to have a comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MRS TY

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

Best kept secret on Lake St. Lucia

The Lodge setting was World Class, we will return. Winter on Lake St. Lucia at 25 degree's with no humidity, perfect. We will return for the tranquility, comfort and top class service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Shiven

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nhlanhla Mavis

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021