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Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

Escape to a mountain haven where warm hospitality meets tranquility. Savor each moment by the pool or on the scenic terrace.

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Nestled in the mountains, Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve offers a serene retreat. Start your day with full breakfast, unwind by the outdoor pool or on the sun-kissed terrace, and enjoy convenient amenities like in-room WiFi and dry cleaning services. With multilingual staff and concierge services at your disposal, every need is catered to.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is ฿39,459
฿46,151 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Room options

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Luxury Tent | Terrace/patio

Luxury Tent

  • River view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Tent | Terrace/patio

Romantic Tent

  • River view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Ulundi, Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve is in the mountains. Local landmarks include uMgungundlovu and Spirit of eMakhosini Monument. Visit our Ulundi travel guide
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R34, Between Vryheid and Ulundi, Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal, 3100

About this property

Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve

Lodge in the mountains
You can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a terrace and a library at Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Games, smoke-free property and game drive on-site
  • Local meal delivery service, evening entertainment and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 30 per person, per day
  • Destination fee: ZAR200 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 8 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Madwaleni River Lodge
Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve Lodge
Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve Ulundi
Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve Lodge Ulundi

Frequently asked questions

Does Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve on 13 Apr 2026 start from ฿39,459, 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.

Is Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

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 Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Madwaleni River Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is 31.1 mi (50.1 km) from Spirit of eMakhosini Monument.

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