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Marataba Mountain Lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking
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Marataba Mountain Lodge

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Free daily full breakfast
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Overview of Marataba Mountain Lodge

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

Map
Marakele National Park, Lephalale, Limpopo
  • Popular LocationMarakele National Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWelgevonden Game Reserve48 min drive
  • Popular LocationLebolobolo Game Farm66 min drive
  • AirportEllisras (ELL)113 min drive
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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Blackout curtains
Fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Lephalale

Located in Lephalale, Marataba Mountain Lodge is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marataba Private Reserve and Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Marataba Private Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Marakele National Park - 5 min drive
  • Welgevonden Game Reserve - 48 min drive
  • Lebolobolo Game Farm - 66 min drive
  • Ben Alberts Nature Reserve - 93 min drive

About this property

Marataba Mountain Lodge

Luxury lodge in the mountains
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Marataba Mountain Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free valet parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and multilingual staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • Balconies or patios, composting and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Marataba Mountain Lodge is listed in the 2021 Condé Nast Traveller Hot List.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 15 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR400 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 145 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 169 per person, per stay

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 15 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Marataba Mountain Lodge Lephalale
Marataba Mountain Lephalale
Marataba Mountain Lodge Lodge
Marataba Mountain Lodge Lephalale
Marataba Mountain Lodge Lodge Lephalale

Frequently asked questions

Does Marataba Mountain Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Marataba Mountain Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Marataba Mountain Lodge?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marataba Mountain Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marataba Mountain Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Marataba Mountain Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Marataba Mountain Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury lodge is steps away from Marataba Private Reserve and Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. Marakele National Park is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Marataba Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marataba is amazing! A truly unforgettable safari experience with amazing views you wont get elsewhere. The best part of our trip was our guide, JJ. He was so knowledgeable and we learned so much about the Bush from him! Thank you Marataba and especially JJ for the best safari ever!

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This boutique lodge is magnificent. The staff are attentive and the rooms ware luxurious! Wish we had more time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019