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Nestled in the valley of Houtboshoek and surrounded by grassy hills, Caracal Lodge is located a 45-minute drive from Nelspruit. The units at Caracal Lodge combine elegance with a rustic bush-style atmosphere. Each has a seating area and patio, kitchen facilities and a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy garden and mountain views. Some of the units have their own private plunge pool. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and hiking. The lodge is home to free roaming giraffe and other small game can be spotted in the area. There is also a cave situated in a gorge next to a waterfall and staff can organise mountain drives in a 4x4 vehicle. The lodge is 50 km from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.2
High score for Alkmaar
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sanelisiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    I liked that it was very private, clean and they take care of their guests and always available when you need them. I was travelling from far so they kept checking on my trip, that made me feel special/cared for. The staff is well trained and kept...
  • Sphiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved everything about the property, the activities, view and not to forget Craig who is a great host. Thank you to Orbit who always goes the extra mile
  • Christopher
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful location. The room was quiet and private. Very nice walks with pretty waterfalls to sit at.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Caracal Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
      Languages spoken
      • English

      House rules

      Caracal Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

      Check-in

      From 14:00 to 20:00

      Check-out

      From 06:00 to 11:00

       

      Cancellation/
      prepayment

      Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

      Children and beds

      Child policies

      Children of any age are welcome.

      Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

      To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

      Cot and extra bed policies

      Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

      No age restriction

      There is no age requirement for check-in

      Pets

      Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

      Mastercard Visa Cash Caracal Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

      The fine print
      Need-to-know information for guests at this property

      Please inform Caracal Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

      In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

      In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

      FAQs about Caracal Lodge

      • Yes, Caracal Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Check-in at Caracal Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

      • Caracal Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

        • Cycling
        • Hiking
        • Billiards
        • Table tennis
        • Fishing
        • Canoeing
        • Darts
        • Walking tours
        • Swimming Pool

      • Caracal Lodge is 13 miles from the centre of Alkmaar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Room options at Caracal Lodge include:

        • Chalet

      • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

      • The prices at Caracal Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.