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Makweti Safari Lodge

★★★★★ Welgevonden Game Reserve, Vaalwater, Limpopo, Vaalwater, ZA

9.6 guest rating· 5 reviews

The five stars

Makweti Safari Lodge holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Terrace, Concierge service, Pool umbrellas and Pool sun loungers.

About this hotel

Outdoor Pool and Safari Experience

Enjoy a unique safari experience and unwind by the outdoor pool at Makweti Safari Lodge.

Gourmet Dining and Cozy Bar

Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and savor your favorite drinks at the bar/lounge.

Luxurious Accommodations and Scenic Views

Relax in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies, comfy pillowtop beds, and stunning views.

Book your stay at Makweti Safari Lodge for an unforgettable luxury getaway amidst nature.

Rooms & rates

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Luxury Suite, Pool View, Mountainside

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>646-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with park and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Private plunge pool; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle, minibar (stocked with some free items), free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, a pillow menu, and blackout drapes/curtains </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and electrical adapters/chargers</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Luxury Suite, Park View, Mountainside

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>646-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with park and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle, minibar (stocked with some free items), free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, a pillow menu, and blackout drapes/curtains </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and electrical adapters/chargers</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free breakfast
  • Free full breakfast
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
  • Concierge service
  • Couples/private dining
  • Designated smoking area
  • Ecotours on site
  • Fireplace in lobby
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  • Free area shuttle
  • Game viewing on site
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • Multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Safari on site
  • Terrace
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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Welgevonden Game Reserve, Vaalwater, Limpopo, Vaalwater, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.65 reviews

Guest review

10.0

Service was excellent and caring. Bush guide was extremely knowledgeable. Food was fantastic.

Melissa · 2024-05-02

Anniversary weekend

8.0

My husband and I booked Makweti for our 15 year anniversary. I advised in advance, and we got a lovely bed turn-down. Accommodation was great, the staff were very focussed on us having a great time, and the game drives were incredible. We suppose the one thing that we would have loved is to experience a boma meal around a fire to fully complete the wonderful bush experience. All meals were restaurant meals prepared by chefs which were delicious and mostly 3 courses. All in all a great 2 days.

Paul · 2022-03-22

A very special place - truly amazing experience

10.0

If you're looking for the most luxurious and intimate safari experience in Welgevonden, then look no further than Makweti. The lodge itself is simply beautiful and the rooms are lavish, spacious and private. It provides the perfect setting to relax, unwind and enjoy nature at its best. The most important consideration for us was the game drives and wow, we weren't disappointed. Our guide, Neil has called Welgevonden home for years and he clearly knows every inch of the Reserve. What’s more, his knowledge and appreciation of the eco system, animals and bird-life is beyond exceptional. Thanks to Neil, in the space of three days we saw all the animals including the rhinos, a cheetah and her cubs, and the lions which had just caught their breakfast. It was such an amazing experience we’ll never forget.

CHERIE · 2020-12-21

Wonderful trip

10.0

Excelent lodge with a really nice staff. Special thanks to Ellard, the ranger, due his knowledge about the big5. He was always the first driver to spot the animals. The only thing i would regret it the absence of wi-fi in private areas

Constante · 2018-04-13

A Unique African Experience

10.0

This was an exceptional experience enhanced by excitingly varied terrain and a very talented/guide. The setting of the lodges afforded superb views and not a little excitement by its four legged visitors. The food was imaginative and very well presented by a happy chefs team especially the breakfasts. Overall organisation was both professional and of an extremely high level.

Conrad · 2018-02-02

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Makweti Safari Lodge really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›General

Cashless transactions are available

›Accessibility

No elevators

›Children and extra beds

Children not allowed

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

›Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available