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Lion Sands Narina Lodge

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Private pool
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Interior
Outdoor pool
A thatched-roof building with a wooden deck extending over a river, surrounded by greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$7,922
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Explore the area

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Skukuza, Kruger National Park, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1260
  • Place, Kruger National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, AM Spa Kruger
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Paul Kruger Gate
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Mbombela

A luxury stay in Mbombela awaits you at Lion Sands Narina Lodge. Within steps you'll find Kruger National Park and AM Spa Kruger within a 20-minute stroll. Highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy access to a safari, a wildlife and game drive and game viewing. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 5-property class Mbombela hotel include Skukuza Golf Course and Paul Kruger Gate.

What's nearby

  • Kruger National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • AM Spa Kruger - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Paul Kruger Gate - 18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Paul Kruger Statue - 18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Phabeni Gate - 46 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Selati Train Restaurant & Museum - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪3638 Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪One Life More - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Departing Soon Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lion Sands Narina Lodge

Lion Sands Narina Lodge is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Lion Sands Narina Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Mbombela hotel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lion Sands Narina Lodge offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with private plunge pools and minibars (stocked with some free items). Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Mbombela hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Rooftop garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Lion Sands Narina Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR134 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Utility fee: ZAR 176 per person, per night
  • Resort fee: ZAR 495 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Lion Sands Narina Lodge Lodge
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Lodge Kruger National Park
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Hotel
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Mbombela
Lion Sands Narina Lodge Hotel Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

Yep, Lion Sands Narina Lodge has free valet parking. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

As of 21 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Sands Narina Lodge on 27 Jul 2026 start from NZ$7,922, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like hot stone massages.

Does Lion Sands Narina Lodge have a pool?

Lion Sands Narina Lodge has an outdoor pool.

What makes Lion Sands Narina Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private plunge pools in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lion Sands Narina Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths and private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does Lion Sands Narina Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lion Sands Narina Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Lion Sands Narina Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incrível

Lodge com atendimento espetacular, de todos os colaboradores, recepção e garçons. Permitem que seja uma experiência única e inesquecível. Conseguimos ver bastante animais, inclusive dentro da própria acomodação. Comida e hospitalidade impecáveis.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Experience

Incredible experience. All staff and guides are so friendly and approachable. Our guide (Jabu) and tracker (Wanted) are incredibly knowledgeable and fun to be with. All are so passionate about their lodge and ensuring an unforgettable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely outstanding from start to finish and worth every penny of the price tag. The game viewing was the best we have seen on safari, spotting the Big 5 in just one morning and even licking out to find a pride of lions eating a giraffe. Our guide Joe was one of the best we’ve had across Africa, as was his tracker. Lindawei on the service staff was so helpful and friendly and felt like family by the time we left. Beautiful lodge, spectacular food, and amazing people. This place will forever have a place in my heart. Thank you everyone who who made our stay a memory of a lifetime.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this as a last-minute trip and couldn't have made a better choice! The staff and guides are so friendly and welcoming, food is phenomenal, and I can't even begin to describe the experience of sitting on your private balcony watching elephants and other animals wander by the river in the afternoon. We saw the "Big 5" and then some!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020