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Royal Malewane - Kruger National Park, South Africa
About this Chic Retreat
Sitting on the fringe of the Kruger National Park and accommodating a maximum of 20 guests in the utmost colonial splendour, Royal Malewane is an exclusive getaway for those who value privacy, personalised service and the best game viewing Africa has to offer. The main camp complex is the heart of Royal Malewane. African thatched-roof buildings house the library, shop, dining and reception areas. Furnished with rich antiques and Persian carpets, every fitting creates the feel of original colonial elegance.
Accommodation
Set amongst a canopy of indigenous acacia and lantern bush trees, the central library, shop and dining area - airy and simply elegant - are linked to walkways that thread to the 6 luxury suites, each with its own rich wooden deck, rim-flow pool and thatched gazebo. For the ultimate in luxury, there are also the Royal and Malewane Suites, which comfortably accommodate up to four guests each, with the complimentary services of a butler, private chef and up to 4 complimentary massages per suite per day.
Activities
Completely surrounded by the untamed African bush, the Waters of Royal Malewane Bush Spa is the perfect refuge for guests seeking relaxation or rejuvenation. This sanctuary for the senses offers guests an indoor and outdoor treatment area, gym, double treatment rooms with spa baths and a Vichy shower, 4 casitas for post treatment relaxation and a 25m heated lap pool. Treatments are inspired by African Rituals and indigenous oils and traditional ingredients provide a sensory experience with an unforgettable African touch. The treatments may be enjoyed in the spa, in the spectacular open-air sala or in the complete privacy of the guest's suite.
Dining
John Jackson has been a name behind some of South Africa's most sought after restaurants. Some of the restaurants that he established includes the Country Restaurant, L'Orangerie, The Wild Fig and the Rosenfontein restaurants, the latter receiving a National Top Ten rating. In 1999, John Jackson joined Royal Malewane delivering a culinary experience of a truly royal nature to the guests. He has also been awarded the Blazon by the Chaine des Rotisseurs.
Rates
Rates are per person per night except for the Royal Suite and Malewane Suite which each sleeps 4 pax and are quoted per night. Rates include all accommodation, meals, local beverages, game drives and laundry. The Royal Suite and Malewane Suite rates also include a private butler, private chef, private game drives and 4 complimentary massages per suite per day. No children under 12 unless the entire lodge is booked.
* Rates in ZAR
Cancellation policy
8 to 4 weeks before arrival - 25% of the total. 4 to 2 weeks before arrival 50% of the total.
Additional information
- Neareast Airport: Hoedspruit Airport.
- Distance from Airport: 35 minutes..
- Additional Info: SA Express Airways fly daily to Hoedspruit Airport. Bookings can be made directly with South African Airways who can be contacted by telephone on +27 (11) 978 1111 or via their website at www.flysaa.com . Road transfers to and from Hoedspruit Airport can be arranged by Royal Malewane and start at R390 per person one way. The duration of the road transfer is approximately 35 minutes in a comfortable air conditioned vehicle.
Safari Chic Retreats
6 suites
Good for:
Colonial splendour next to the Kruger National ParkFacilites:
air conditioning, babysitting, bar, car parking, gym/fitness room, hammam/steam room, restaurant, swimming pool, spa treatment room, WiFi/InternetRates starting from
ZAR 11250
per night
per night
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