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Hotels in Makakatana

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Top 5 hotels in Makakatana at a glance

  1. Makakatana Bay Lodge — 4-star hotel in Makakatana. Guest rating: 4.0/10.
  2. AmaZulu Lodge — 4-star hotel in St. Lucia. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
  3. Flamingo Lodge — 3-star hotel in St. Lucia. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
  4. The Wilds Guest House — 3.5-star hotel in Hluhluwe. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
  5. Bhangazi Lodge — 4-star hotel in St. Lucia. Guest rating: 9.8/10 — Exceptional.

Where to stay in Makakatana?

Makakatana Bay Lodge

Makakatana Bay Lodge
Makakatana
$946
$1,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Makakatana Bay Lodge

AmaZulu Lodge

AmaZulu Lodge
St. Lucia
$98
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
AmaZulu Lodge

Flamingo Lodge

Flamingo Lodge
St. Lucia
$53
$61 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Flamingo Lodge

The Wilds Guest House

The Wilds Guest House
Hluhluwe
$53
$53 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
The Wilds Guest House

Bhangazi Lodge

Bhangazi Lodge
St. Lucia
$105
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Bhangazi Lodge

Leopard Corner Lodge

Leopard Corner Lodge
St. Lucia
$114
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Leopard Corner Lodge

Rhino Coast Guest House

Rhino Coast Guest House
St. Lucia
$195
$195 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Rhino Coast Guest House

St Lucia Livingston Lodge

St Lucia Livingston Lodge
St. Lucia
$89
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
St Lucia Livingston Lodge

Shonalanga Lodge

Shonalanga Lodge
St. Lucia
$49
$56 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Shonalanga Lodge

Santa Lucia Guest House

Santa Lucia Guest House
St. Lucia
$112
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Santa Lucia Guest House

First Group Lake View Cabanas

First Group Lake View Cabanas
St. Lucia
$111
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
First Group Lake View Cabanas

Sandpiper Guest House

Sandpiper Guest House
St. Lucia
$92
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Sandpiper Guest House

Ezulwini Game Lodge

Ezulwini Game Lodge
Hluhluwe
$70
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Ezulwini Game Lodge

St Lucia Palms

St Lucia Palms
St. Lucia
$53
$61 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
St Lucia Palms

Perna Perna St Lucia

Perna Perna St Lucia
St. Lucia
$61
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Perna Perna St Lucia

ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe

ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe
Hluhluwe
$152
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe

Falaza Game Lodge

Falaza Game Lodge
Hluhluwe
$218
$251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Falaza Game Lodge

First Group La Rochelle

First Group La Rochelle
St. Lucia
$150
$172 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
First Group La Rochelle

Whalesong guest house

Whalesong guest house
St. Lucia
$89
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Whalesong guest house

Sobhengu Lodge by Dream Resorts

Sobhengu Lodge by Dream Resorts
KwaNibela
$174
$200 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Sobhengu Lodge by Dream Resorts
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Top landmarks in Makakatana

Cape Vidal

9.2/10 (32 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Cape Vidal located 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from central Makakatana.
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Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

9.0/10 (23 reviews)
You might want to get your camera out and head to Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint— just one of the landmarks located 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from central Makakatana.
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Cape Vidal Lighthouse

9.6/10 (8 reviews)
If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Cape Vidal Lighthouse— just one of the landmarks located 9.3 mi (15 km) from central Makakatana.
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Learn more about Makakatana

Makakatana is well-known for its attractions such as iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Cape Vidal.

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Check out reviews of Makakatana hotels guests love

The Wilds Guest House

The Wilds Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect for family peace and quiet. Very friendly and welcoming staff. The place is 5 Star in my books"
Kusa 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Wilds Guest House
Ezulwini Game Lodge

Ezulwini Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We cannot say enough good things about Ezulwini! Gorgeous views, comfortable accommodation, amazing food, friendly staff - it was just top notch, thank you!"
Kerry 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Ezulwini Game Lodge
Maputaland Guest House

Maputaland Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, owners were very helpful told us about the area booked a tour which was great as it was our first time in the area Breakfast was good and garden very relaxing If we come back we’d book again and would recommend "
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Maputaland Guest House
Lidiko Lodge

Lidiko Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We loved this hotel. Is peaceful. The staff and the administration are kind and helpful. "
Janeth 3-night trip
Posted 9 months ago
Lidiko Lodge
Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris

Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris

8/10 Good
"Very good, cozy and comfortable"
Graham 2-night trip
Posted 10 months ago
Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris
AmaZulu Lodge

AmaZulu Lodge

8/10 Good
"Lovely clean property that is centrally located so most activities walkable. Few issues with electrics and hot water, but to be expected in this country. Fabulous breakfast and friendly, helpful staff. Would recommend. "
Lisa 2-night trip
Posted 1 year ago
AmaZulu Lodge

Frequently asked questions

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Can I book a refundable hotel in Makakatana?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Makakatana, most accommodations provide refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
What will the weather in Makakatana be like during my visit?
The warmest months in Makakatana are usually February and January with an average temp of 76°F. July and August are the chilliest months when the average temp is 68°F. The rainiest months are January and February.
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