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Makakatana Bay Lodge

Property class: 4

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A secluded resort with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the water.
A multi-level outdoor deck with seating areas, string lights, and a fire pit.
A spacious room with wooden floors, a large window, and a view of the outdoors. There is a painting on the wall, a round table with a plant, and a chair with a red cushion.
A rustic outdoor setting with a treehouse illuminated by lanterns, surrounded by natural foliage.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and dense green hills.

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$1,544
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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Nyalazi Rural St. Lucia, Makakatana, KwaZulu-Natal, 3935
  • Place, iSimangaliso Wetland Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake St. Lucia
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Lucia Estuary Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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A cozy outdoor seating area with a wooden bench and a table, a bed with a headboard, and a framed fish painting on the wall.

Luxury Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two people seated on wooden chairs on a wooden deck, with a bed and wall-mounted lights in the background.

Honeymoon Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.

Family Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Makakatana

Makakatana Bay Lodge places you steps from iSimangaliso Wetland Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Lake St. Lucia. Highlights at this lodge include an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .This smoke-free lodge offers luggage storage and a communal living room. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Makakatana lodge, you'll be 23.7 km (14.8 mi) from The Gallery-St Lucia and 24 km (14.9 mi) from St. Lucia Estuary Beach.
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What's nearby

  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake St. Lucia - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Lucia Crocodile Centre - 53 min drive - 29.4 km
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 54 min drive - 29.0 km
  • The Gallery-St Lucia - 54 min drive - 28.6 km

About this property

Makakatana Bay Lodge

Free breakfast is available daily. Makakatana Bay Lodge also features an outdoor pool and a communal living room.

This 4-star Makakatana lodge is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Makakatana Bay Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. This Makakatana lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

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

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Makakatana Bay Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: ZAR 1000 per accommodation, per stay

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Makakatana Bay Lodge?

The closest beach to Makakatana Bay Lodge is St. Lucia Estuary Beach (15.8 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Makakatana Bay Lodge?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Makakatana Bay Lodge on 11 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,544, 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.

Does Makakatana Bay Lodge have a pool?

Makakatana Bay Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Does Makakatana Bay Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Makakatana Bay Lodge?

No, Makakatana Bay Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Makakatana Bay Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Makakatana Bay Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Makakatana Bay Lodge Reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023