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The 10 Best Lodges in St Lucia, South Africa

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Leopard Tree Lodge in St Lucia is situated 1.6 km from Ndlovu Beach and features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, as well as access to a terrace.

Ingwe Beach is 1.8 km from the lodge, while Jabula Beach is 2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hluhluwe Airport, 72 km from Leopard Tree Lodge.

This property is self catering lodge and they have all the kitchen equipment needed! It is literally a home away from home! I love the interiors and the homey feels, the light colours of interior finishes and unique artworks! It’s very clean and you can really relax! This place wouldn’t be amazing if not with the people managing and servicing it. We had the opportunity to be welcomed and taken cared by Jean he is a jack of all trades… from reception, a guide and helping us book for game drives, ensuring we are all acquainted in the lodge and its facilities and made sure our things are safe! (We extended our stay and been out for the game drive and he taken cared of moving our things to the new room - same location as if it never changed room) Money is worth every penny in this place and much recommended than an equal 4 star hotel in the city.

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9.5
Exceptional
489 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Set above Lake St Lucia Lake and surrounded by the magnificent St Lucia Wetland Park and the ocean, Lidiko Lodge is a peaceful, 4-star retreat with great services and facilities.

Services such as laundry and a tour desk have been designed to take any hassle out of your stay. The property can assist guests with arranging an airport shuttle upon request. Free wifi is available throughout the lodge.

excellent breakfast and very hospitable staff. very clean and close to all amenities

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9
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Umlilo Lodge is located in St. Lucia, a small coastal village surrounded by the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, South Africa's first National World Heritage Site.

Each room is equipped with WiFi, a minibar and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. They are all air-conditioned and have an en suite bathroom, and have direct garden views or balconies overlooking the pool and garden.

Amazing location, lovely front desk staff, great facilities and a beautiful place to stay. The way it’s been built sympathetic to the trees is top notch, if you’re visiting St Lucia this is the place to stay.

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9.1
Superb
193 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

Set on the shores of Lake St Lucia within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, this luxury lodge offers spacious accommodation within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Makakatana Bay Lodge has private, elegantly decorated suites and rooms that are interconnected on raised walkways.

easy to reach, even without a 4wd, after the heavy rains the days before there was a lot more water than expected, but everything was green and nature was exploding. A birders paradise, but you see a lot more animals and plants. The excursion/game drives were just great, we did book them at the lodge, but we took every chance to go out with Hayden, to see the huge biodiversity of iSimangaliso. Great to hang loose at the pool area, but hard to make a nap, so much to hear and see. Food is very good and the location the best in iSimangaliso, very relaxed atmosphere.

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9
Superb
22 reviews
Price from
£433
per night

Set 1.9 km from Ndlovu Beach, Forest Villa's offers a garden, barbecue facilities and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

Ingwe Beach is 2.1 km from the lodge, while Jabula Beach is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Hluhluwe Airport, 72 km from Forest Villa's.

We stayed in the family room! So spacious and had everything we needed. We used the self catering unit. But had the lodges delicious breakfast buffet. They had so much to choose from. Something for everyone.

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8.7
Fabulous
312 reviews
Price from
£61
per night

Situated in the World Heritage Site of the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park Reserve, Shonalanga Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool and garden. Free WiFi is available in public areas.

Featuring a balcony with outdoor furniture, the self-catering apartments come fitted with a seating area, TV and kitchenette. Extras include towels and bed linen.

Rooms had everything we need, felt like we were home wish I didn't pack to many things as the room is fully equipped, with good quality utensils. Used the braai area for dinner and breakfast for the road 😋

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8
Very good
315 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Forest Lodge is located in St Lucia and features a swimming pool surrounded by a beautiful garden. The property offers game drives to the Hluhluwe and Umfolozi Game Park. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge.

Best place to stay over holidays at the beach

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8.7
Fabulous
264 reviews
Price from
£44
per night

Located in St. Lucia within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Marlin Lodge St Lucia boasts an outdoor swimming pool, terrace area and barbecue facilities. It features an entertainment area, where guest can relax and watch satellite TV.

We loved our stay here and found Ursula and her staff to be so welcoming and helpful. They seemed to anticipate what we needed for a relaxing break and made sure we were well looked after. Breakfasts were good. Rooms were very clean and comfy. Doors open onto a stoep to chill on and we were kept stocked with plenty of ice for our wine. Overall very good value.

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8.7
Fabulous
142 reviews
Price from
£43
per night

Bordering iSimangaliso Wetland Park, this lodge offers rooms and self-catering cottages with free WiFi. Ndiza is solar power and 2 outdoor swimming pools, one is surrounded by the tropical garden and the other is located on the raised viewing deck.

The breakfast was excellent with both continental and a full English all cooked to order. The views from the balcony are amazing of the sea and coast line.

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8.6
Fabulous
468 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

With Ndlovu Beach reachable in 2.3 km, iLanga Lodge provides accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

ILanga Lodge offers a barbecue.

Place is clean, have iron and friedge

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6.8
Review score
244 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Looking for a lodge?

Ideal for nature-lovers looking for a self-sufficient getaway, lodges are fully furnished and self-catered. Usually made of wood and surrounded by forests or mountains, lodges can be part of a group or a single unit. More remote than holiday homes, lodges are popular for safari trips.
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  • Umlilo Lodge
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    Umlilo Lodge is located in St. Lucia, a small coastal village surrounded by the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, South Africa's first National World Heritage Site.

    the beautiful nature enfolding us, amazing lay out

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 193 reviews
  • Makakatana Bay Lodge
    Breakfast options

    Set on the shores of Lake St Lucia within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, this luxury lodge offers spacious accommodation within this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    Fantastic kitchen.. breakfast and dinner... lovely staff and nice days out!!

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 22 reviews
  • Forest Lodge
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    Forest Lodge is located in St Lucia and features a swimming pool surrounded by a beautiful garden. The property offers game drives to the Hluhluwe and Umfolozi Game Park.

    Clean lovely pool area the nest everything was perfect 🥰

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 264 reviews
  • Ndiza Lodge and Cabanas
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    Bordering iSimangaliso Wetland Park, this lodge offers rooms and self-catering cottages with free WiFi.

    Beautiful, serene setting in the beautiful St. Lucia.

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 468 reviews
  • iLanga Lodge
    Breakfast options

    With Ndlovu Beach reachable in 2.3 km, iLanga Lodge provides accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

    Your breakfast was good, and the location was also good

    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 244 reviews
  • Leopard Tree Lodge
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    Leopard Tree Lodge in St Lucia is situated 1.6 km from Ndlovu Beach and features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, as well as access to a terrace.

    Cleanliness, helpful staff, location and facilities

    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 489 reviews
  • Lidiko Lodge
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    Set above Lake St Lucia Lake and surrounded by the magnificent St Lucia Wetland Park and the ocean, Lidiko Lodge is a peaceful, 4-star retreat with great services and facilities.

    The gardens were beautiful and the breakfast was fantastic

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 reviews
  • Forest Villa's
    Breakfast options

    Set 1.9 km from Ndlovu Beach, Forest Villa's offers a garden, barbecue facilities and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

    They even had welcome drinks. Everything was perfect

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 312 reviews

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  • Avg. price/night: £67.07
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 489 reviews
    We had an amazing stay at the Leopard Tree Lodge. The rooms are very clean and have everything you need. The swimming pool and garden are amazing, and worth spending a few hours. The host Waldo is super friendly and always there for any questions. 100% would recommend this place!
    Tessa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £67.07
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 489 reviews
    Leopard lodge is a well run pristine spacious lodge. Calm relaxing atmosphere with friendly efficient quiet staff. Beautiful suites with lovely tasteful decor.Lovely amenities and awesome service from Waldo. We will definitely be back.
    Craig
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90.55
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 308 reviews
    Amazulu Lodge has a wonderful African/Zulu ambiance, the pool area was nice. The location in St.Lucia is suberb with everything within walking distance. Breakfast and cleaning staff did a great job and showed a lot of hospitality!
    Per
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £90.55
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 308 reviews
    Absolutely amazing lodge in St Lucia. Charmaine at the reception is a shining star, incredibly hospitable and loves what she does. The staff in general are friendly and warm. My room was clean and smelled unbelievably fresh on my arrival. Loved every bit about AmaZulu lodge, would go back at any given opportunity.
    Nonhlanhla
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £68.33
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 403 reviews
    Super cute lodge, you feel home as soon as you enter, pool surrounded by trees...Feels like holidays as soon as you arrive. Nosipho, who is part of the staff, was very kind and helped us straight away in booking the safaris' experiences for Hluhluhwe-Imfolosi and Isimangaliso parks. Even before we arrived, she advised us on the best road to take (and not to take) and shared the load sheeding schedule. Very few lodges hence it's quiet, and nice to walk around.
    Victor
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 312 reviews
    We stayed in the family room! So spacious and had everything we needed. We used the self catering unit. But had the lodges delicious breakfast buffet. They had so much to choose from. Something for everyone.
    Charl
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £58.65
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 264 reviews
    The rooms are fully equipped to our needs. We had dinner at the lodge and a delicious breakfast 😋
    Shenea
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £98.35
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 135 reviews
    We arrived very early, way before check-in time to ask if we could put some stuff in the fridge. But the host readily let us check in directly. The lodge is very well located and sharply priced. The adjacent trail is strongly recommended for any bird lover!!
    Peter
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £75.04
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 885 reviews
    I absolutely loved my stay at Leopard Corner Lodge. Gail, the manager, is great and will do anything to make sure you feel welcome and enjoy your stay. Breakfast is delicious, the rooms are spacious and very comfortable, and wheelchair friendly throughout. Even though I don’t use a wheelchair, that to me is a huge plus.
    Alisha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £90.55
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 308 reviews
    Loved the south african authenticity of the lodges. Breakfast was good with a wide variety, the breakfast muffins were absolutely delicious. Pool area was clean and spacious.
    christopher
    Family with young children