10/10 Exceptional
Bobby
11 Apr 2025Great experience and the staff were amazing.
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge in Mbombela with 2 restaurants and spa
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Adjacent to a golf course, aha Skukuza Safari Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Mbombela. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include a fitness centre and a garden.
8.8
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Free breakfast
- Spa
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
- Full-service spa
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness centre
- 5 meeting rooms
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Air conditioning
- Garden
- ATM/banking services
- Multilingual staff
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Separate sitting area
- Garden
- Patio
- Daily housekeeping
- Blackout curtains
£163
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Room options
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Comfort Double or Twin Room, Patio, Garden View
8.0Very good
1 review
- Garden view
- 34 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Double or Twin Room, Patio, Garden View
- Garden view
- 34 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Standard Double or Twin Room, Patio, Garden View
- Garden view
- 63 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Family Suite, 2 Double Beds, Patio, Garden View
- Garden view
- 63 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Classic Room, Patio, Garden View
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the area
Skukuza Rd, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1350
What's nearby
- AM Spa Kruger - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Paul Kruger Gate - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
- Paul Kruger Statue - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
- Phabeni Gate - 45 min drive - 47.6 km
Getting around
- Skukuza (SZK) - 23 min drive
- Mala Mala (AAM) - 106 min drive
- Londolozi (LDZ) - 121 min drive
- Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 132 min drive
Restaurants
- Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - 19 min walk
- 3638 Restaurant - 19 min walk
- One Life More - 13 min drive
- Kirkman’s Kamp Boma - 113 min drive
- Wooden Banana - 8 min walk
About this property
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge
- Adjacent to a golf course, aha Skukuza Safari Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Mbombela. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include a fitness centre and a garden.
At a glance
CHECK-IN
14:00
CHECK-OUT
10:00
Hotel size
- 128 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
- This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.
- Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
- Free secured on-site self-parking
Other information
- Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
- 2 restaurants
- Bar/lounge
What to do
- Ecotours
- Wildlife and game drive
Working away
- 5 meeting rooms
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge services
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
Facilities
- ATM/banking
- Garden
- Fitness centre
- Adjacent to a golf course
- An outdoor pool
- Full-service spa
- Banquet hall
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
- 32-inch flat-screen TV
- Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
- Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
- Blackout curtains
- Premium bedding
- Memory-foam mattress
What to enjoy
- Patio
- Separate sitting area
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Soap and shampoo
- Hairdryer
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Desk
- Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
- Phone
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
- Children's dinnerware
- High chair
More
- Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Amukelekani Restuarant – On-site restaurant. Open daily.
Bush Braais – On-site theme restaurant. Open daily.
Sisonke Bar and Veranda – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Destination fee: ZAR 486 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 3 years of age.
Optional extras
- Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 500.00 (subject to availability)
- Late check-in between 6:00 PM and 9:30 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 500
- Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 500.00 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge Lodge
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge Mbombela
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge Lodge Mbombela
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at aha Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at aha Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at aha Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at aha Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. There's a charge of ZAR 500.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 500.00 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at aha Skukuza Safari Lodge and nearby?
On-site recreation at aha Skukuza Safari Lodge includes ecotours and a wildlife and game drive. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Aha Skukuza Safari Lodge also has a fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near aha Skukuza Safari Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
Does aha Skukuza Safari Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
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aha Skukuza Safari Lodge Reviews
Excellent
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
8.0
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
10/10 Exceptional
Ryan
1 Feb 2026Staff and amenities excellent !! Can’t beat the experience of being in the middle of national reserve. Easy access to safaris. Three restaurants on property- great range of food. People super nice and kind. Had a great time. Would love to go there again.
Will suggest buying all safari packages from the rest camp reception 5 min walk away from the lodge rather than the hotel reception who sells same at significant markup (more than twice the price) otherwise very reasonably priced especially for the experience and convenience.
10/10 Exceptional
james
19 Oct 2025IF you want to see animals this is your place. The ride from the Safari Lodge along the Sabi river takes about an hour in each direction and you'll see more animals then you've ever seen in your life! Truly. Majestic. Awesome trip. You don't need more than a couple or few days unless you want a safari experience and stay in expensive tents etc. This place is perfect for the casual traveler who wants to see animals animals and more animals. Heavenly! And the lodge is perfect like a vacation place not a safari place.
10/10 Exceptional
Raquel
13 Jul 2026Couldn't recommend this hotel more. Staff were amazing! Rooms nice and big and clean. Perfect location!!
8/10 Very good
Lynn
4 May 2026Enjoyed the hotel. Lady at front desk was rude as well as one of the guides. Restaurant staff were awesome at breakfast buffet
8/10 Very good
james
2 Oct 2025Very very nice property for a medium price. Food good very clean and a very helpful staff
2/10 Poor
Diana
14 Jun 2026The house phones did not work had to walk to reception to complain multiple times.
Terrible value for money
Buffer was not open
Hole in curtain
Housekeeping took our towels and never came back with clean ones til i complained at 4 pm
Raging party going on loud shouting
4/10 Fair
Mark
20 Apr 2025Poor lighting terrible food. Inattentive staff
6/10 Good
Charmaine
6 May 2026I feel it was overpriced for what we got. Our room was booked for occupancy of 4, yet the set-up of cups, plates, etc. in the room, was for 2, as was the dressing gowns and the chairs on the patio. The service in the dining area was appalling - it took 20 mins to get a waiter to notice us and then equally long to get our drinks that were way overpriced and small in comparison to the same drink at other establishments. Getting luggage to our room was a mission with no assistance. The door handle was not sealed, and batteries were exposed on the handle outside the door. Signage around the property with directions is poor. Lighting in the room is not practical - especially having the bathroom and passage light in the bedroom connected - makes nighttime bathroom visits a problem for all. There's also no towel holder in the guest toilet. I would not be coming back any time soon, especially based on the price we paid and the disappointment we experienced.
10/10 Exceptional
Rafael
19 Jul 2026O hotel é excelente! Acho q só precisa melhorar a questão do concierge responder mais rapidamente os e-mails
8/10 Very good
Leon
18 Jul 2026Nil
10/10 Exceptional
Alexandre
12 Jan 2026Quarto
Confortavel e espaci
8/10 Very good
Pedro
26 Aug 2025Limpio y seguro pero su gimnasio es muy basico
10/10 Exceptional
Lorena
8 Jun 2025Excelente localização
Localização excelente. Estadia dentro do parque com muito conforto e internet rápida!
10/10 Exceptional
Ludovic
19 Sept 202610/10 Exceptional
Tory
9 Jun 202610/10 Exceptional
Emilie
27 May 20268/10 Very good
Lily
23 Apr 202610/10 Exceptional
David
3 Mar 202610/10 Exceptional
Aarti
1 Feb 202610/10 Exceptional
Rafael
30 Dec 20258/10 Very good
Wassim
14 Dec 202510/10 Exceptional
Fatima Bibi
3 Nov 202510/10 Exceptional
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