River Cottage Lodge

Name: River Cottage Lodge
Address: Kudu Road, Malelane, ZA
Rating: 8.7

Kudu Road, Malelane, ZA

8.7 guest rating· 103 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Amenities

Experience luxury at River Cottage Lodge with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi in all units. Relax in the garden, enjoy a BBQ, or have a picnic in the designated area.

Scenic Views

Indulge in breathtaking views of the garden and pool from the comfort of your sustainable apartment. Some rooms even offer a charming patio for a perfect evening under the stars.

Convenient Location

Located just 13 km from Leopard Creek Country Club, with Malelane Gate and Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport nearby, River Cottage Lodge offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility.

Book your stay at River Cottage Lodge now to experience luxury, scenic views, and convenience all in one place.

Rooms & rates

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Classic Family Room

Sleeps 7 · 100 m² · 3× Twin bed, 2× Double bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker

The family room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the fully equipped kitchen. The family room also provides guests with a barbecue. The spacious air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit offers 5 beds.

Deluxe Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · 2× Twin bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker

The twin room includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The twin room also comes with a barbecue. The spacious air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Queen Room

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · Queen bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker

The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the fully equipped kitchenette. The double room also has a barbecue. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Bungalow with Garden View

Sleeps 3 · 60 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned bungalow features a kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-fitted kitchen. The bungalow also comes with a barbecue. The bungalow features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Family Suite

Sleeps 5 · 120 m² · 3× Twin bed, Double bed

Desk
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker

Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The family room also features a barbecue. The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with river views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 4 beds.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Pool with view
Swimming pool
Spa/wellness center
Free Parking
Accessible parking
Air conditioning
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Golf course
24-hour security
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Airport shuttle (additional charge)

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Airport drop off
Airport pick up
BBQ facilities
Daily housekeeping
Facilities for disabled guests
Fire extinguishers
Game drives
Garden
Hiking
Horse riding
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Laundry
Massage services
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Private check-in/check-out
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Wheelchair accessible

Location

Kudu Road, Malelane, ZA

Check-in: from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out: until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.7103 reviews

+ Friendly hosts+ Stunning location+ Spacious rooms+ Good wildlife viewing− Dated room furnishings− Limited kitchen supplies− Pool under maintenance

Cleanliness8.3

Service9.1

Location9.6

Room Quality8.1

Amenities8.6

Value for Money8.8

Guest review
9.0
Le coin barbecue, la vue sur la rivière pour voir les crocodiles et les hippopotames et la qualité de l accueil de l hôte
− Logement vieillissant mais tout a fait fonctionnel
Nicolas · FR · 2026-07-24

Ottima esperienza
9.0
Vista bellissima sul fiume, un giardino con un affaccio comodissimo. Stanze grandi e comode con tutti i servizi. Ci siamo trovati bene, peccato essere stati solo un giorno.
Patrizia · IT · 2026-07-18

Really lovely place, super hosts, great location. Fabulous!
10.0
Great location, really lovely people, couldn’t ask for anything more.
Frank · CA · 2026-07-13

trés agreable séjour
10.0
le parc autour du chalet la vue le calme la securité
− ce logement est relativement eloigné de la porte du parc kruger trés difficile a trouver . les employes du parc ne connaisse pas
christine · FR · 2026-07-12

Thoroughly enjoyable. Manager is friendly and accommodating, perfect place to use as a base when exploring the Kruger th
10.0
Comfortable, neat and tidy rooms. Beautiful property set along a stretch of the crocodile river.
Werner · ZA · 2026-06-29

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 11 years old stay for ZAR 440 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children up to and including 11 years old stay for ZAR 440 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for ZAR 620 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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