𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Makakatana (2026)

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A large outdoor hot tub with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees.

A beach with a vehicle parked on a dirt path surrounded by dense greenery.

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.

1. Makakatana Bay Lodge

Makakatana

₹84,044

₹97,599 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A hotel room with a brick wall, a wooden ceiling, a bed with white and red bedding, a red throw blanket, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a red rug.

A living room with a TV, two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

A building with a tiled patio area, a covered seating area, and a fenced garden.

2. St Lucia Palms

St. Lucia

Darren

₹4,792

₹5,557 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A garden pathway leading to a brick building with lush greenery and palm trees.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There is a kitchen in the background with a dining area.

A brick building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery including palm trees and various plants.

3. Perna Perna St Lucia

St. Lucia

Pascal

₹5,392

₹6,201 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A wooden deck with a table set for a meal, overlooking a lush landscape with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A stone pathway winding through a lush garden with dense foliage and a wooden pergola.

A room with a large window, curtains, a cushioned bench, and a candle holder.

4. Ingwenya Lodge

St. Lucia

Anonymous traveller

₹6,340

₹7,341 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A poolside area with a thatched-roof structure, wooden furniture, and a large potted plant.

An outdoor wooden deck with tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a pool area.

A sign for 'Leopard Corner Guest House' with a giraffe sculpture and illuminated plants.

A buffet with various food items and a coffee station.

5. Leopard Corner Lodge

St. Lucia

Gail

₹10,891

₹12,524 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A narrow brick pathway flanked by tall palm trees and other tropical plants, leading to a brick building with a sloped roof.

A garden pathway with a brick wall on one side and a brick building on the other.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a covered patio area with outdoor furniture.

A beach with people swimming and walking in the water.

6. Bhangazi Lodge

St. Lucia

Christopher R

₹10,030

₹10,030 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by tropical plants and flowers.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a TV, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden door, a shower, and a small table.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass-top table, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck.

7. Shonalanga Lodge

St. Lucia

Pedro Agrela

₹4,264

₹4,959 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a television, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting of flowers.

An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a brick planter, and a view of the interior through a glass door.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by greenery and two lounge chairs.

8. Santa Lucia Guest House

St. Lucia

Katrina

₹10,048

₹11,652 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A patio area with a brick building, wooden deck, and various tropical plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a coffee maker, a toaster, and various food items on the counter.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a wooden coffee table with a vase and books, and two patterned armchairs.

9. Rhino Coast Guest House

St. Lucia

Danica

₹18,653

₹18,653 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A living room with patterned furniture, a glass coffee table, and a zebra artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with light wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a brick building with white lounge chairs.

10. Flamingo Lodge

St. Lucia

Anonymous traveller

₹5,561

₹6,395 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A swimming pool surrounded by a brick pathway, with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.

A neatly made bed with a quilt, a bedside table, and a nightstand. There is a painting on the wall above the bed.

A garden with a wooden bench, a small pool, and various tropical plants.

A living room with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view through a glass door.

11. First Group La Rochelle

St. Lucia

Christiaan

₹13,209

₹15,191 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed with a white comforter, a wooden wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a few people in the distance.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a brick wall, and a covered seating area.

A brick patio with outdoor seating and a covered area with a fireplace.

12. St Lucia Livingston Lodge

St. Lucia

Stanley

₹8,506

₹8,506 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoor area through a sliding door.

A corner of a room with two wicker chairs, a small round stool, and a doormat with "HELLO" written on it.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.

A nighttime view of a pool area with a covered seating area and a fence.

13. The Wilds Guest House

Hluhluwe

Sebastian

₹4,709

₹4,709 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A pool surrounded by lush greenery, a wooden deck, and a stone pathway.

A buffet table with various dishes and beverages, including a pitcher of orange juice and a glass pitcher of water.

A garden with a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.

A lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a reception desk, and a large window.

14. AmaZulu Lodge

St. Lucia

Stephen

₹8,875

₹10,276 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a building with a sloped roof.

A building with a sloped roof surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel pathway leading to it.

A rustic building with a tiled roof, a brick exterior, and a wooden bench outside.

A rustic wooden interior with a brick wall, a staircase, a sofa, two lamps, and a bookshelf.

15. Ezulwini Game Lodge

Hluhluwe

Kerry

₹6,317

₹7,325 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern building with a triangular roof, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a large tree in the background.

A person sitting on a bed with a dark headboard, holding a glass of wine. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a phone on one of them.

A spacious outdoor dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, surrounded by a pool and a bar area.

16. ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe

Hluhluwe

Hawa

₹14,255

₹16,437 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A spacious living room with a high wooden ceiling, comfortable seating, and a central coffee table.

A thatched-roof building with a covered outdoor area, stairs leading to the entrance, and a well-maintained garden.

A tented accommodation with a wooden deck, a visible room with a bed and a desk, and a number '3' sign.

A bar area with a thatched roof, wooden chairs, a television, and a bar stocked with bottles.

17. Falaza Game Lodge

Hluhluwe

Andrew

₹19,971

₹23,091 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A deck with a pool, outdoor seating, and a fire pit.

A wooden bridge with a sign reading '203' in a forested area.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a bookshelf, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

KwaNibela

Michelle

₹31,009

₹35,854 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A wooden table and chairs on a deck with a view of tropical plants and a building in the background.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

A cozy living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A neatly made bed with floral pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed botanical prints on the wall.

19. Sandpiper Guest House

St. Lucia

Sebastian

₹8,316

₹9,629 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A wooden pathway leading to a covered seating area surrounded by lush tropical plants.

A wooden pathway flanked by dense tropical vegetation, leading towards a structure in the distance.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone wall, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

20. Forest Lodge

St. Lucia

Zamo

₹8,229

₹9,542 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Stay near popular Makakatana attractions

Cape Vidal

9.2/10 (32 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cape Vidal might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Makakatana. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Cape Vidal Lighthouse

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Makakatana when you spend time at Cape Vidal Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

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Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

9.0/10 (23 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Makakatana with a visit to Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Explore attractions like iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Cape Vidal as you discover things to see and do in Makakatana.

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Hippos resting by a water body with a dense forest in the background.

Top Makakatana Hotel Reviews

Elephant Coast Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Can not recommend highly enough! Would stay again and again!!"

The Wilds Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for family peace and quiet. Very friendly and welcoming staff. The place is 5 Star in my books"

Ezulwini Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We cannot say enough good things about Ezulwini! Gorgeous views, comfortable accommodation, amazing food, friendly staff - it was just top notch, thank you!"

Umlilo Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This is a special place to stay, good accommodation, excellent service"

Lidiko Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this hotel. Is peaceful. The staff and the administration are kind and helpful. "

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful and I loved the boardwalks through the forest. The staff was very helpful, professional, and friendly - they went out of their way to accommodate me as a vegetarian and the chef made a delicious curry even though it wasn't on the menu. Thank you for the lovely stay!"

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Budget Tented Village at Urban Glamping - Hostel

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₹4,171

₹4,797 total

19 Sept - 20 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)

Luxury Tented Village at Urban Glamping

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₹9,732

₹11,192 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

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Luxury Apartment St Lucia 43 On the Bridge

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Makakatana?

Makakatana Bay Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This lodge offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your visit to the area are AmaZulu Lodge and Bhangazi Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Makakatana.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Makakatana has to offer?

Pelican s Nest Holiday Home St Lucia: This holiday home rental outside of Makakatana is located in the city centre, and has an outdoor pool, a terrace and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a garden. See all vacation rentals in Makakatana.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Makakatana, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Makakatana.

What is staying in Makakatana like?

Visitors to Makakatana will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 111 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Makakatana.

What are the top places to visit in Makakatana?

Landmarks like Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint and Cape Vidal Lighthouse might be worth a visit. The picturesque setting of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Cape Vidal exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Mission Rocks Beach and Lake St. Lucia. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Makakatana guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Makakatana?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 20°C. Average annual precipitation for Makakatana is 937 mm.

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Our top choices for Makakatana hotels

1. Makakatana Bay Lodge

2. St Lucia Palms

3. Perna Perna St Lucia

4. Ingwenya Lodge

5. Leopard Corner Lodge

6. Bhangazi Lodge

7. Shonalanga Lodge

8. Santa Lucia Guest House

9. Rhino Coast Guest House

10. Flamingo Lodge

11. First Group La Rochelle

12. St Lucia Livingston Lodge

13. The Wilds Guest House

14. AmaZulu Lodge

15. Ezulwini Game Lodge

16. ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe

17. Falaza Game Lodge

18. Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

19. Sandpiper Guest House

20. Forest Lodge

Stay near popular Makakatana attractions

Cape Vidal

Cape Vidal Lighthouse

Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Learn more about Makakatana

Top Makakatana Hotel Reviews

Elephant Coast Guest House

The Wilds Guest House

Ezulwini Game Lodge

Umlilo Lodge

Lidiko Lodge

Malkoha Lake St. Lucia

More cheap stays in Makakatana

Budget Tented Village at Urban Glamping - Hostel

Luxury Tented Village at Urban Glamping

Sobhengu Lodge by Dream Resorts

Luxury Apartment St Lucia 43 On the Bridge

Whalesong guest house

Isinkwe Backpackers Bushcamp

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