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The dinner was very tasty and prepared with love. The rooms are perfectly air-conditioned, large and nicely furnished. The grounds of the lodge itself offer sun loungers, a pool and occasionally animals drop by and are fed a little from time to time. In addition, the staff and the owner were incredibly committed to helping us with a problem with our further vacation plans. Without their advice, we would have had a real problem. All in all, we can only strongly recommend the lodge and if we are in the region again, we will definitely go there again.

Stayed in March 2024

Owner sold me a brochure which he said was the cheapest around so we brought it only to find out the next day that it was overpriced by 40R....... :-( its nothing, but it left a sour taste in my mouth..

fabulous stay, staff were really helpful and went beyond the norm...

Stayed in January 2024

Wonderful Hosts, Delicious Food, Good Location, and 5* bedding. Our stay was Superb!! Dinner around the table was great chatting to people from around the world enjoying our beautiful country :) Highly recommend

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing to dislike

Everything! The quality is relentless!! Food, staff, service it just doesn’t stop!! Dennis and Lynne work tirelessly to fulfill guests wishes. Glen the guide was superb my best Game drive in 8 years of visiting Kruger!

Stayed in December 2023

Very professional and nice service. We felt treated very special. Nice clean rooms cleaned every day. Delicious breakfasts and dinners, I highly recommend it. Very nice location, contact with nature. I highly recommend the Safari trip, my kids and I were delighted. I have nothing to complain about :)

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing

Very friendly lodge, small however big enough to get space.

Stayed in September 2023

The location in Marloth park is as good as any and its lovely to have the animals come to the property while you are eating or at other times. For me, I think there is a slight bit of the magic of safari lost when you do not stay in the Kruger park itself. But this is not a flaw of this accommodation its-self per say.

Was not able to try to full breakfast as was always leaving early to enter the park at opening times, so was provided with a great packed breakfast instead. Dinner is a 3 course meal served at 7 with all the other guests and it is a great affair with fantastic food. The team were very helpful in arranging tours and game drives.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing,everything exceeded our expectations!!

Needles Lodge is a real Home away from Home and not just a lodge. They are really a notch above your normal 4 Star establishment. They are perfecting this thing called hospitality business. Their meals, dinner and breakfast are beyond reproach. Dennis and Lynn are a team to beat in this business. Keep it up guys. We really enjoyed our conversations during the family dinner with wonderful and extremely palatable grapes 🍇🍷. Keep it up guys. We will certainly be back at your establishment in our next visit to the Kruger National Park.

Stayed in April 2023

the bedrooms were very spacious and clean, fantastic facilities and very friendly staff! really enjoyed having dinner with people from all over the world in the evening whilst sipping South African wine!

Stayed in April 2023

There is nothing not to like

The hospitable host, the friendly staff,the palatable meals from the Amazing chef, and the tranquil location

Stayed in April 2023

This place has a true safari soul and people who run it are extremely nice, understanding, helpful and prepared. Rooms are big, comfortable and charming. Food is absolutely out of this world delicious. Great guided safari tours. Animals like zebra and kudu coming to the lodge. Having dinner at one big table to get to know other guest is a brilliant idea. Absolutely unique and extraordinary experience. Thank you both for having us!

Stayed in March 2023

good location near the Kruger gate. excellent food every morning and evening. lovely rooms and staff. animals freely room nearby so you can have breakfast on the deck with the zebras.

Stayed in February 2023

it’s a long drive in Marloth park from the main gate to the site.

rooms, main seating area and evening meals

Stayed in December 2022

Breakfast and dinner were fantastic. The food is really exceptional. Bed linen is luxurious and the beds are very comfortable. We felt safe and very welcomed by Lyn and Denis, they went the extra mile even helping us reverse our trailer the morning of departure.

Stayed in January 2023

Nothing

Beautiful Lodge in close proximity to the park. Well designed, clean and big rooms. Very friendly staff and Denis the owner is a great host. We especially liked the group dinners, the perfect way of getting to know each other. Breakfast and Dinner were delicious. Thank you for the great time!

Stayed in December 2022

There’s nothing

I liked everything about the property,even the host treated us so well and we developed friendships

Stayed in December 2022

Excellent value for money. The hosts we're so friendly and welcoming. We loved the fact that we ate dinner at one table with all the other guests and got to meet people from all over the world. Also loved the fact that the wildlife and bush babies would come right up to the deck.

Stayed in December 2022

Everything. Diner was a real treat.

Stayed in December 2022

Toads made a noise late at night but overall m happy with the place

Friendly environment ,peaceful and delicious food and would love to come back again

Stayed in October 2022

There wasn't much to complain about... I think what is important to note if you're going to be doing Safari is that you need to wear something warm on top, and something cool and light underneath. It does tend to get a bit dry in the Kruger, so if you're taking the game drive during the dry months, expect that the drive will be dusty. But other than that, which are all things that are to be expected, there is nothing to complain about.

I liked the presentation of the food, the state of the room when we arrived and I also thoroughly enjoyed the pleasantness of the staff. Our stay was most enjoyable and we would definitely visit Needles again, if we are in Mpumalanga.

Stayed in September 2022

The hosts, the pre dinner drinks around the fire, the conversation, fine wines and an excellent dinner. The ambiance and feeling of being in the bush with game next to the dining area was a great experience. We will definitely return on our next visit to the Kruger

Stayed in August 2022

nothing, it was very good.

great rooms with very comfortable beds, friendly staff and owners, a great 3 course diner with a good wine, surrounded by animals and very close to Kruger!

Stayed in August 2022

No complaints

The lodge was very accommodating in putting us in the best suite to add an extra bed for our son. Nice spot. You feel like you are miles away from your nearest neighbour because of the bushes and screens. Kudu's walked right past our deck during dinner. Very peaceful.

Stayed in July 2022

Nothing; a perfect stay!

Needles Lodge was absolutely amazing; by far the best accommodation experience I have ever had. The lodging and amenities themselves were wonderful with an excellent, convenient, and easy-to-find location. The staff, however, was what really set it apart, as they were always going above and beyond to ensure guests had a comfortable, perfect stay. The dinner and breakfast served at the lodge were also incredible - with copious amounts of delicious food! I also really enjoyed the communal aspect of meals and the activities - as a solo traveler, the other guests were very friendly and kind, and I had a great time. The game drives could all be arranged and paid for through the lodge, which was very convenient and transport to/from the park was also done by the lodge for each excursion. I was so sad to leave and will definitely be back. If you are looking to visit Kruger National Park, please look no further - Needles Lodge should 100% be your go-to stay.

Stayed in June 2022