Hamiltons Lodge & Restaurant offers one of Malelane’s most sought-after locations, set on Riverside Farm just 500 metres from Malelane Kruger Gate and next to Leopard Creek, the closest access point to the Big Five territory of Kruger National Park. Spacious, light-filled rooms are decorated in natural and earth tones, all offering views of the garden. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with DStv, a bar fridge, a desk, a safe and flexible king or twin bedding options. The Luxury Double with Queen Sleeper Couch can accommodate a family of 2 adults and 2 children. The modern bathrooms include showers, with the Family Room offering a bathtub and shower. There is one wheelchair-friendly accessible room available upon request, subject to availability.
Between game drives, guests can unwind in beautifully maintained gardens, relax beside the sparkling pool or enjoy downtime on the terrace while children explore the play area. The lodge’s patio dining area serves breakfast daily from 07h30 to 09h30, and the restaurant operates from 10h00 to 22h00 with the menu offering delicious local and international dishes and desserts. Hamiltons also assists with safari bookings, local tours, golf in the area and small conference needs upon advance request, creating a seamless travel experience from start to finish. With Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport just 65 km away, this well-positioned lodge provides comfort, convenience and immediate access to Kruger’s wildlife and the Lowveld.
In Room Facilities:
* Air conditioning * Ceiling fan * Cleaning service * Desk * DSTV / Satellite TV * Garden view * Hypoallergenic pillow * Non-smoking * Safe * Sitting area * TV * Wi-Fi * Bathroom amenities * Hairdryer * Towels * Bar fridge * Coffee/tea facilities Bathrooms: * All have a shower only except the Family Room, which has a separate bath and shower
Establishment Facilities:
* Children’s play area * Secured parking * Free parking * Laundry service upon request at a charge * Outdoor Pool * Restaurant that operates from 10h00 to 22h00 * Breakfast dining area that operates from 07h30 to 09h30 * Wi-Fi * Tour/sightseeing desk - activities and excursions can be booked, but upon advance request at a charge, as it’s subject to availability * Reception desk open till 22h00 * Wine cellar * Lush and expansive gardens
Malelane offers a relaxed Lowveld atmosphere surrounded by farmland, river landscapes, and abundant wildlife, making it an ideal base for exploring the southern Kruger region. The town sits close to the Crocodile River, where animals from the park often graze along the banks, creating a sense of wilderness even before entering the reserve. Within a short distance, visitors can reach Malelane Gate, one of the easiest access points to Kruger National Park, known for excellent sightings of elephant, lion, leopard, rhino, and large herds of plains game. The area also provides access to scenic drives, guided bush walks, and night safaris that reveal the quieter rhythms of the park. Nearby attractions include Leopard Creek, a world-renowned golf course set against the river with views into Kruger, as well as peaceful farming estates growing sugarcane and tropical fruit. Small dams and rural roads offer opportunities for birdwatching and photography, while local lodges and rest camps provide comfortable bases for early-morning game viewing. Malelane’s combination of easy accessibility, diverse wildlife experiences, and tranquil countryside settings makes it a convenient and rewarding stop for travellers exploring Mpumalanga’s natural highlights.
* Malelane Kruger Gate * Kruger National Park * Malelane Rest Camp * Game drives can be arranged in advance request to the nearby game reserves directly via the property * Leopard Creek Country Club * Malelane Golf Club * Kambaku Golf Club, number 1 nine-hole course * Driekoppies Dam * Dumaneni Ochre Mine * Bushveld Atlantis Waterpark, waterslides, family fun and swimming in Marloth Park. * Kruger safaris and bush walk tours * Birdwatching
If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total.
If cancelling 21 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the deposit.
If cancelling 30 days before arrival, forfeit 25% of the deposit.
* Check in: from 14h00 to 22h00, no later unless guests make prior arrangements with the property manager directly in advance.
* No pets are allowed.
* No smoking indoors.
* Laundry services available upon request at a charge.
* Restaurant hours: 10h00 to 22h30.
* Breakfast is serviced at the lodge dining room from 07h00 to 09h30.
Children welcome
