Royal Suite Pool at Royal Malewane
#117
Tatler Hotel Awards — Africa's Best Pool

Royal Suite Pool

Royal Malewane

Thornybush Game Reserve, South Africa, South Africa·Africa
9.4/ 10
538 reviews
Family friendly

About This Pool

Deep in the Thornybush Game Reserve adjacent to Kruger, Royal Malewane is widely considered one of the most opulent safari lodges on the continent. Each suite has its own private pool overlooking the African bush — elephants and buffalo passing through are a common sight from the water. The Africa House, which sleeps eight, has a spectacular shared infinity pool that frames the Big Five in their natural habitat.

Pool Features

Private Plunge Pools
Bush Views
Infinity Edge
Safari Lodge
Heated

Awards & Recognition

Tatler Hotel Awards — Africa's Best Pool
Condé Nast Traveler Gold List

As featured in

Condé Nast TravelerTatlerThe Sunday Times Travel
#117

Global Ranking

9.4/ 10

Based on 538 expert & traveler reviews

Quick Facts

HotelRoyal Malewane
LocationThornybush Game Reserve, South Africa
CountrySouth Africa
RegionAfrica
Family friendlyYes

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