Needles Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

Photo gallery for Needles Lodge

Sun deck
Interior
Front of property
Executive lounge
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Explore the area

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340 Bushpig Avenue, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320
  • Lionspruit Game Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Crocodile Bridge Gate
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Double suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin bed suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Marloth Park

At Needles Lodge you'll be within steps of Marlothi Conservancy and Lionspruit Game Reserve. Highlights at this lodge include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to ecotours and bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Nkomazi lodge, you'll be 35.1 km (21.8 mi) from Kruger National Park.

What's nearby

  • Lionspruit Game Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Marloth Park Adventures Go-Karts - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Bushveld Atlantis Water Park - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Malelane Gate - 34 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Crocodile Bridge Gate - 37 min drive - 44.1 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aamazing River View - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Watergat - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jabula Lodge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪bos. Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boskombius - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Needles Lodge

Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Needles Lodge. An airport shuttle during limited hours is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nkomazi lodge.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2003
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Needles Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. This Nkomazi lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2003
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 640.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 520.00 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 640.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Needles Lodge
Needles Lodge Marloth Park
Needles Marloth Park
Needles Lodge Lodge
Needles Lodge Nkomazi
Needles Lodge Lodge Nkomazi
Needles Lodge Lodge
Needles Lodge Nkomazi
Needles Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Needles Lodge?

Yep, Needles Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Needles Lodge?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Needles Lodge on 22 Sept 2025 start from AU$252.75, 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.

What makes Needles Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Needles Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Needles Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Needles Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Needles Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Needles Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Needles Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Needles Lodge?

There is a golf course next to Needles Lodge.