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A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a balcony.

A nighttime view of a pool area with a covered seating area and a fence.

A garden with a palm tree, various tropical plants, and a brick wall.

A room with two wicker chairs, a small round stool, and a doormat with 'HELLO here' text.

1. The Wilds Guest House

18.7 km from Lake St. Lucia

Elanie

₩69,426

₩69,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A poolside area with a bed and a chair, a small table, and a window with a view of the pool.

A poolside area with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a bedroom visible through an open door.

A modern kitchen with an island, built-in oven, and a dining area with a view of trees.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

2. Bushwillow Collection

17.2 km from Lake St. Lucia

Wesley

₩165,225

₩190,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a building with a sloped roof.

A gravel pathway leading to a rustic building surrounded by trees.

A rustic building with a tiled roof, a brick exterior, and a wooden bench outside.

A rustic wooden interior with a brick wall, a staircase, a sofa, two lamps, and a bookshelf.

3. Ezulwini Game Lodge

13.2 km from Lake St. Lucia

Kerry

₩92,144

₩105,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a grassy landscape.

An outdoor dining area with a pool, wooden deck, and mountain views.

A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are large windows with curtains, a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with a wooden coffee table, two framed pictures on the wall, a sofa, and a side table with a lamp.

4. Duiker Game Lodge

29.5 km from Lake St. Lucia

Brett

₩372,815

₩428,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious living room with a high wooden ceiling, comfortable seating, and a central coffee table.

A thatched-roof building with a covered outdoor area, stairs leading to the entrance, and a well-maintained garden.

A bar area with a thatched roof, wooden chairs, a television, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A spacious tent-style room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a view of greenery through the windows.

5. Falaza Game Lodge

17.3 km from Lake St. Lucia

Andrew

₩285,260

₩328,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A narrow brick pathway flanked by tall palm trees and other tropical plants, leading to a brick building with a sloped roof.

A garden pathway with a brick wall on one side and a brick building on the other.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a covered patio area with outdoor furniture.

A beach with people swimming and walking in the water.

6. Bhangazi Lodge

38.8 km from Lake St. Lucia

Christopher R

₩137,537

₩137,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed with a white comforter, a wooden wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A brick patio with outdoor seating and a covered area with a fireplace.

A modern building with a stone facade, a gated entrance, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a few people in the distance.

7. St Lucia Livingston Lodge

39.1 km from Lake St. Lucia

Stanley

₩116,636

₩116,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A room with a white brick wall, a wooden door with glass panels, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a television, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting of flowers.

An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a brick planter, and a view of the interior through a glass door.

8. Santa Lucia Guest House

38.8 km from Lake St. Lucia

Katrina

₩146,584

₩168,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A deck with a pool, outdoor seating, and a fire pit.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense greenery.

A wooden bridge with a sign reading '203' in a forested area.

A multi-level outdoor deck with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery.

9. Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

6 km from Lake St. Lucia

Michelle

₩442,930

₩509,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A patio area with a brick building, wooden deck, and various tropical plants.

A backyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a coffee maker, a toaster, and various food items on the counter.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.

10. Rhino Coast Guest House

38.5 km from Lake St. Lucia

Danica

₩255,781

₩255,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A swimming pool surrounded by a brick pathway, with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.

A garden with a wooden bench, a small pool, and various tropical plants.

A well-maintained grassy area with a covered seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A neatly made bed with a quilt, a bedside table, and a nightstand. There is a painting on the wall above the bed.

11. First Group La Rochelle

38.5 km from Lake St. Lucia

Christiaan

₩160,534

₩184,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wooden deck with a glass enclosure, a dining area, and a cozy seating space with cushions.

An outdoor bar area with wooden stools, a thatched roof, and a television mounted on the wall.

A person in a bathtub filled with foam, holding a bottle of champagne.

A modern, triangular-roofed cabin with a glass-enclosed bedroom, a patio with seating, and surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Leopard Walk Lodge

14.6 km from Lake St. Lucia

MAPOTA

₩201,236

₩231,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There is a kitchen in the background with a dining area.

A brick building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery including palm trees and various plants.

13. Perna Perna St Lucia

39.2 km from Lake St. Lucia

Pascal

₩86,002

₩98,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by tropical plants and flowers.

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and wooden chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden door, a shower, and a small table.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass-top table, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck.

14. Shonalanga Lodge

38.7 km from Lake St. Lucia

Pedro Agrela

₩63,548

₩73,080 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A large outdoor hot tub with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees.

A cozy living room with a green sofa, wicker chairs, and a coffee table with books and decorative items.

A beach with a vehicle parked on a dirt path surrounded by dense greenery.

A rustic outdoor setting with a treehouse illuminated by lanterns, surrounded by natural foliage.

15. Makakatana Bay Lodge

23.7 km from Lake St. Lucia

₩1,239,188

₩1,425,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a wooden cabinet.

A stone wall, wooden door, and a mirror with a wreath.

A dining area with a round table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shoreline.

16. Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris

18.7 km from Lake St. Lucia

Graham

₩80,388

₩80,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a large plant.

A living room with a brick wall, a TV, a pool, and a sofa.

A beach with driftwood on the sand and the ocean in the background.

17. Leopard Tree Lodge

38.8 km from Lake St. Lucia

Brian

₩123,918

₩142,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A wooden pathway leading to a covered seating area surrounded by lush tropical plants.

A wooden pathway flanked by dense tropical vegetation, leading towards a structure in the distance.

A modern two-story lodge with a covered entrance, paved driveway, and surrounding greenery.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

18. Forest Lodge

39.1 km from Lake St. Lucia

Zamo

₩120,035

₩138,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An indoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a round table with a decorative centerpiece, and a view of the outdoor garden.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and a rustic wooden fence, leading to a building with a traditional roof.

A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There is a bar area with stools and a television.

A lobby with a reception desk, wicker chairs, a chandelier, and a large window.

19. Emdoneni Lodge

19.4 km from Lake St. Lucia

"The lodge is lovely with very attentive staff. The cat sanctuary is a must visit and trips to Hluhluwe was easy to organise. It is an easy drive to St Lucia and to Bayete to see the elephant education demonstration which is a must-do. Be aware that there is very little around there so likely you will need to eat dinner at the lodge. The foods is quite plain with not much choice. Also be aware that the rooms have no TVs. I would recommend the Lodge for its position and the attentive staff."

Gwyneth

₩233,716

₩268,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A building entrance with a sign reading "RECEPTION" and a sign at the bottom of the stairs that says "MIND YOUR STEP."

A bedroom with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and a view of greenery through a sliding door.

A wall with framed photographs, a vase with yellow flowers, and a sign with a bird illustration.

A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a television.

20. iGwalagwala Guest House

39.2 km from Lake St. Lucia

"Very nice guest house, everything is done to make sure that we are comfortable. The owners are very nice people and can give a lot of advices ans help you with a cooler, booking etc... Nice location also, you can walk to the beach, restuarants, etc... The breakfast is really great. We really enjoyed our stay there and will definitely come back. One more thing we can see some monkeys from our house :)"

Steven

₩195,693

₩195,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake St. Lucia

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Wilds Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews	View
Bushwillow Collection	9.2 Wonderful 49 reviews	View
Ezulwini Game Lodge	8.6 Excellent 12 reviews	View
Duiker Game Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Falaza Game Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews	View

Top Lake St. Lucia Hotel Reviews

Ezulwini Game Lodge

8/10 Good

"The place looked good when we arrived but took a fall from grace when we went to dinner, steak was on the menu but all three of us could not even cut it with a steak knife and the amount of people sending the steak back agreed with us it really put us off and the breakfast was not much better when we told the staff they were not interested overall disappointed"

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"

Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris

8/10 Good

"Very good, cozy and comfortable"

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful and I loved the boardwalks through the forest. The staff was very helpful, professional, and friendly - they went out of their way to accommodate me as a vegetarian and the chef made a delicious curry even though it wasn't on the menu. Thank you for the lovely stay!"

Other attractions near Lake St. Lucia

iSimangaliso Wetland Park

9.4/10 (43 reviews)

This nature reserve spans a diverse range of coastal, lake, savannah and wetland habitats teeming with hippos, leopards, elephants, antelope, whales and turtles.

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Cape Vidal

9.2/10 (32 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Cape Vidal might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Makakatana. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve

You can take time to visit Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve during your travels to Hluhluwe. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Cape Vidal Lighthouse

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Makakatana when you take a trip to Cape Vidal Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

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Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

9.0/10 (23 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Makakatana with a visit to Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake St. Lucia?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake St. Lucia, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay near Lake St. Lucia?

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 3.7 mi (6 km) from Lake St. Lucia. Another good choice is Sobhengu Lodge by Dream Resorts, located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) away.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake St. Lucia, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Lake St. Lucia.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake St. Lucia?

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Our top choices for Lake St. Lucia hotels

1. The Wilds Guest House

2. Bushwillow Collection

3. Ezulwini Game Lodge

4. Duiker Game Lodge

5. Falaza Game Lodge

6. Bhangazi Lodge

7. St Lucia Livingston Lodge

8. Santa Lucia Guest House

9. Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

10. Rhino Coast Guest House

11. First Group La Rochelle

12. Leopard Walk Lodge

13. Perna Perna St Lucia

14. Shonalanga Lodge

15. Makakatana Bay Lodge

16. Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris

17. Leopard Tree Lodge

18. Forest Lodge

19. Emdoneni Lodge

20. iGwalagwala Guest House

Compare popular hotels close to Lake St. Lucia

Top Lake St. Lucia Hotel Reviews

Ezulwini Game Lodge

The Wilds Guest House

Ama Zulu Guesthouse and Safaris

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

Other attractions near Lake St. Lucia

iSimangaliso Wetland Park

Cape Vidal

Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve

Cape Vidal Lighthouse

Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

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