The 10 Best 5-Star Family (Self Catering) Lodges Near The Kruger National Park

The 10 Best 5-Star Family (Self Catering) Lodges Near The Kruger National Park

As we all know, going on holiday is mostly about relaxing and recharging your ‘battery’, but the most important part of going on holiday is making unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Choosing between the best 5 Star Self Catering Game Lodges in Mpumalanga for your family holiday, is a crucial part of the process and finding just the right fit for your kin will allow you to make the most of your time spent together.

We have put together this Top 10 Best 5 Star Family (self-catering) lodges near the Kruger National Park list to help you make an educated accommodation decision that will (holding thumbs)result in an amazing, unforgettable family holiday.

1. Jacana River Lodge

Yes, we may be a bit biased. Perfectly set on the banks of the Crocodile River in the Mjejane Game Reserve, Jacana River Lodge offers their guests the opportunity to get up close and personal with the African bushveld. Our 5-star luxury lodge is the perfect place for the entire family to immerse themselves in the spectacular African wilderness and make priceless memories. Our accommodation consists of a beautifully designed ten sleeper, five-bedroom guest house featuring a large kitchen and a big living room. Outside, guests can relax in a stylish and fully equipped braai area, which overlooks the majestic Crocodile River, making it the perfect ‘sundowners’ and photography spot. Unlike some of the other luxury 5 star lodges in the Mjejane Game Reserve, we are completely child-friendly, featuring an on-site jungle gym and a games room filled with fun activities for people of all ages. At Jacana River Lodge, we believe that this truly unique African experience should be enjoyed by all members of the family. Truly Mjejane self catering accommodation at its finest.

2. Hyenas Call

Hyenas Call is located in Marloth Park and situated on the banks of the Crocodile River, comfortably accommodating six guests, and overlooking the world-renown Kruger National Park. Hyenas Call is a family friendly exclusive self-catering guesthouse, consisting of a well-equipped kitchen, three bedrooms fitted with double beds and two bathrooms. For those hot summer days, guests can enjoy the refreshing designer infinity pool or make use of the fully air-airconditioned residence. All Hyenas Call guests have exclusive access to the 13-meter-high private deck, from which guests can spot a variety of different animals, including the world-famous Big Five.

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3. Kruger Sunset Lodge

Kruger Sunset Lodge is located within the Mjejane Game reserve and is ideally located overlooking a savanna where game and predators roam and hunt within meters of the lodge. The main focus of Kruger Sunset Lodge is to immerse their guests in the spectacular African bushveld, therefore the lodge features huge folding doors that open across the span of the living and dining room on both sides, and seven by three meters high sliding doors in all the bedrooms. Spectacular viewing decks combined with a large swimming pool looking out onto the savanna is sure to enhance your relaxing holiday experience. Kruger Sunset Lodge has natural stone and wood in its interior design which ads to an undeniable sense of luxury that will leave you and your family feeling like royalty.

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4. Rixile Kruger Lodge

Located on a 1 hectare stand within the original boundary of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and only a quick five-minute drive from the main entrance of the world-renown Kruger National Park, Rixile Kruger Lodge provides a self-catering bush experience like no other. The property has been fenced off from the neighboring Big 5 reserves and has been built under and around gorgeous knob-thorn trees resulting in the lodge being completely hidden in the African environment with sounds of lions and hyenas often reverberating through the night air. A fully equipped kitchen with gas stove, double fridge, ice maker and nespresso machine will make your stay at Rixile truly feel like a home away from home. The beautiful 8-seater solid wood dining table provides unforgettable mealtimes with the whole family and finishes the space off perfectly.

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5. Jackalberry Creek Lodge

Located in Marloth park, Jackalberry Creek Lodge features accommodation with a near-by restaurant bordering Lionspruit Private Game Reserve and the famous Kruger National Park. The lodge features a magnificent rooftop pool with a gentle flow to the entertainment area incorporating the jacuzzi, a beautiful array of sun loungers, lounge sofas, the braai, and a table where you can sit, relax and enjoy good company while creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Jackalberry Creek Lodge can accommodate up to 6 guests and consists of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a guest toilet. The first and second bedrooms are both furnished with a queen-size bed, while the third bedroom has a king size bed. All the bedrooms are fully air-conditioned, and the beds are made up with fine Egyptian cotton linen with towels provided as well.

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6. Buffalo Brooke Lodge

Buffalo Brooke is a five-star luxury villa pristinely set on the banks of the scenic Crocodile River within the Mjejane Game Reserve. This exclusive self-catering guesthouse accommodates up to ten guests in five private bedrooms and is ideal for the entire family. Each of the bedrooms features an en-suite bathroom with a bath, plus an indoor and outdoor shower along with a lovely patio looking out onto the beautiful Crocodile River. Some of the features at Buffalo Brooke include air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout the house, Satellite TV (DSTV), free Wi-Fi throughout, a gym-room downstairs, a fully equipped kitchen (gas stove, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer) and last but most certainly not least, a very stylish mahogany bar featuring an ice machine and drinks fridge.

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7. umSisi House

Perfectly set in 60 hectares of pristine African bush, within the Jock of the Bushveld Conservancy, umSisi House is ideally and strategically located in the Peebles Valley between the small town of White River and the popular Kruger National Park Numbi Gate entrance, which is only quick 20 minute drive away. umSisi House offers three en-suite, luxuriously decorated bedrooms with elegant styling and spectacular views to Legogote mountain and the Peebles Valley. In addition, umSisi Cottage offers a further two bedrooms sharing a bathroom with double shower and far-reaching views to Pretoriuskop in the distance. The perfect location of umSisi House is ideal for families looking to be within close proximity to multiple world-renown attractions and activities in Mpumalanga.

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8. LeoLapa Lodge

Deep in the African bush nestled among the ancient indigenous trees, lies LeoLapa lodge, set on the serene banks of the Crocodile River in the Mjejane Game Reserve. The LeoLapa house offers five stunningly decorated private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The bedrooms all boast an indoor and outdoor shower with a lovely patio overlooking the drinking spot of various animals, the Crocodile River. The huge patio features an infinity pool and braai area, making it the perfect spot for the whole family to make precious and priceless memories.

9. Hippo Hills

Set on the scenic banks of the Crocodile River, this luxury villa is situated within the borders of Kruger National Park, one of the world's largest and most sought-after game reserves. The Hippo Hills Villa accommodates up to ten guests in five private bedrooms with each room featuring air conditioning, a ceiling fan, and a beautiful en-suite bathroom. One of the best things about Hippo Hills is the exceptional view of the Crocodile River which is viewable from every bed in the house, making for an incredible African experience. Hippo Hills welcomes children of all ages and by doing so, availing them to the wonders of nature, wildlife, and our astounding yet delicate eco-system.

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10. Tamboti River Lodge

Tamboti River Lodge is beautifully located on the serene banks of the famous Crocodile River, in the 4000-hectare Mjejane Private Game Reserve, which forms part of the southern part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Tamboti River lodge is ideally situated for the perfect breakaway for family and friends who want to experience a luxurious stay in the unrivaled African bush. The entertainment area at Tamboti has a variety of games which the entire family can enjoy, such as a dartboard and table tennis. The lodge consists of 5 en-suite bedrooms, each bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed and features an en-suite bathroom with a bath as well as an inside and outside shower. Each one of the rooms at Tamboti River Lodge has its own private deck offering breath-taking views of the river.

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