Buhala Lodge

Buhala Lodge was our home away from home for 3 nights. Upon arrival the team made us feel at home, and attended to all our needs. The staff all knew who we were, and what we drank, making each meal easy for us. The room was amazing, we stayed at a balcony suite, that had an amazing deck overlooking the Crocodile River, which borders Kruger National Game Reserve. We sat out there many times watching the animals come drink. We also played golf at Leopard Creek, which the hotel helped manage and make reservations. They also managed and set up private safari trips, which made it very convenient for us. Overall the lodge was amazing. My only concern, which is actually normal for most game lodges, was the lack of internet capability. Yes, they have internet, but our room was further away from the lobby. This meant that when we were in our room, we had no connectivity. The only time we had connectivity was when we were in the lobby area. Each lodge will say that we should enjoy the time away from the hectic world, but the reality is, today we all need and want connectivity, and we want a great connection with multiple bandwidth. No lodge offers that, but I certainly wish they would make this happen.

My father and I first stayed at Buhala Lodge in 2016 and we have been dreaming of coming back ever since. We were finally able to bring the entire family back this month and it was even better than we remembered. The staff at Buhala Lodge are the best of the best - and I can say that because I've tried other lodges in the area and there really is no comparison! From the food, to the service, to the housekeeping, to the wine cellar, to the bush spa, to the excellent safaris... this place has everything you need. Make sure to set aside some to relax on the Crocodile River and listen to the hippos roar, that was my brother's favorite activity. I'm still dreaming about the steak, the kudu, the springbok... and the balcony views! Already looking forward to my 3rd visit :) Thanks to the whole team!

Beautiful location and great views of Kruger wildlife. Our room was perfect but would have been even better if there was a mini fridge and a work out gym.

Our stay at Buhala lodge was beyond our expectations, from the place, the small personal touches in every corner, the staff, everything was perfect. We were there for a few days of our honey moon and they even choose a room with views to the river from every corner of the room. If we were to visit SA again this will definitely be one of our stops. Thank you all the staff for your kind attention to each detail or request from us. Alba & Joan

We enjoyed our one-day safari via Buhala lodge immensely. Great facility, hospitality, dinner and safari trips

Just at the south border of Kruger park with beautiful views over Crocodile River. Nice little refreshing swimming pool. Large room with in room bath and large comfy bed. Shower is completely open to the room (not a dealbreaker, but I would prefer a light glass divider). Excellent breakfast and dinner. Staff was very helpful and friendly.

Place is old, in desperate need of renovation or rebuilt. Very bad. Avoid. Dusty and old. And owner is very arrogant. Worst place to stay when playing at Leopard Creek. Stay elsewhere. This place is a dump. Renovation or complete rebuilt required.

Our stay at Buhala was wonderful, and we have already recommended the lodge to friends travelling to the area.