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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, and a small desk with a remote control.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, and a white refrigerator. There is a dining table with white chairs and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a black sofa, a black armchair, a round coffee table, and a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, a toaster, and a coffee maker on the countertop.

1. Viata Luxe Guesthouse

3.1 km from The Big Hole

Bertram

₹5,887

₹5,887 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a small building in the background.

A garden with a pathway, palm trees, and a wooden structure.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A breakfast setup with a toaster, plates, cutlery, and a variety of fruits and beverages.

2. Iso'Bella Vita Guesthouse

5.7 km from The Big Hole

KABELO

₹7,891

₹9,074 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A spacious patio with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and string lights.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a building with a covered patio.

A nighttime outdoor area with a brick fire pit, a thatched-roof structure, and surrounding greenery.

A bar area with a wooden bar, stools, and a patterned wall. There are wall-mounted lights and a ceiling with a thatched design.

3. Sunbird Lodge

3.6 km from The Big Hole

Paul

₹7,114

₹8,182 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, lounge seating, and a bar area with ambient lighting.

A resort with a thatched-roof structure, a wooden deck, and lush greenery including ferns and palm trees.

A four-poster bed with white linens and a canopy, a wooden bedside table, and a view of palm trees through the window.

A cozy room with a thatched roof, a sofa, a dining table with candles, and a bar area.

4. La Lechere Guest House

6.1 km from The Big Hole

Stephen

₹11,323

₹13,021 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A reception area with a brick wall, a wooden door, and a sign indicating it's the Royal Game Guest House. There are large red vases and a potted plant near the entrance.

A dining area with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a glass table set for four.

A pool area with brick pillars, wooden chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a red blanket, a desk with a kettle, and a TV mounted on the wall.

5. Royal Game Guest House

4.3 km from The Big Hole

Geoffrey Paul

₹4,613

₹5,373 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, a painting, a hanging light fixture, and a window with curtains.

A row of single-story buildings with a flat roof, large windows, and a paved walkway.

A building entrance with a wooden door, a small window, and a number '2' on the wall.

A small, single-story building with a tiled entrance and a wooden door.

6. SHABIS GUEST LODGE

4.2 km from The Big Hole

Willem

₹5,795

₹5,795 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a ceiling light, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, sink, and dining area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a fan, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a glass table, two teal chairs, a white vase with flowers, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a wooden shelf above the counter.

7. Homely Escapes

5.8 km from The Big Hole

Mongwe

₹3,429

₹3,429 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden chair, a table, and a view of rocky terrain through the windows.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a sink, and a mirror. There is a window with a view of trees and a building outside.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a small hut.

A spacious tented room with a large bed, a chair, and a table.

8. Timbila Game Lodge

19.6 km from The Big Hole

₹28,167

₹44,577 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view.

A tent with a bed, two chairs, and a table.

A thatched-roof building with a covered outdoor area and steps leading up to it.

A portable stove with a pot on it, surrounded by rocks and grass.

9. Letaba Trails Camp- Greater Kruger

15.8 km from The Big Hole

₹24,236

₹28,463 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

Two wooden chairs with cushions, a woven basket, and a wooden stump table, all on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a clear sky.

A dry, rocky landscape with sparse vegetation and a clear blue sky.

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside table with a lantern, and a view through a netted window.

A bathroom with a white sink, a window, and a green wall.

10. Shanatsi Safari Lodge

15.8 km from The Big Hole

₹11,355

₹13,207 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A bed with a dark blue bedspread and white pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A guest house with a signboard advertising 24-hour accommodation, a gated entrance, and a parked car.

A narrow hallway with a tiled floor, a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall, and a door at the end.

A single bed with a white mattress and a pillow, a small table with a sign, a fan, and a window with a view of greenery.

11. Happy Time Guest House

4.2 km from The Big Hole

₹1,793

₹1,793 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a natural backdrop of trees and greenery.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a deck overlooking a natural habitat with elephants.

A rustic cabin with a gabled roof, surrounded by dense trees and dry grass.

A tented accommodation with a sofa, armchairs, a wooden table, and a bookshelf.

12. Khanya Conservation Camp

11.7 km from The Big Hole

₹18,139

₹20,860 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A brick building with a sign that reads 'UNIT 1 Pangolin's Rest.'

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A towel on a shelf, a textured basket, and a small potted plant.

A square cushion with a pangolin illustration and the text 'Pangolin's Rest' on a plain wall.

13. Pangolin's Rest - Unit 1

6.5 km from The Big Hole

₹5,466

₹6,286 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool with a brick barbecue area and a stone wall.

A two-story house with a red-tiled roof, a covered carport, and a patio area with a table and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a red table set for dining.

14. Cottage Lenisè

11.1 km from The Big Hole

Anonymous traveller

₹7,552

₹8,510 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a thatched roof ceiling.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and benches, a kitchen in the background, and a thatched roof ceiling.

A pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and gravel.

15. Balule Bushveld Safari Lodge

17.7 km from The Big Hole

₹32,412

₹37,274 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the landscape.

A stone-walled outdoor shower with a hanging birdcage and a towel draped over the wall.

A terrace with outdoor seating, including chairs and a table, overlooking a grassy landscape.

A rustic dining table with a metal sculpture, a vintage lamp, and a potted cactus.

16. Last Word Kitara

15.1 km from The Big Hole

₹252,311

₹294,362 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with wooden furniture and a thatched roof.

A courtyard with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone building with a wooden door.

A cozy seating area with two wooden chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture frame.

A poolside area with a thatched-roof structure, a fire pit, and lush tropical vegetation.

17. A Traveller's Palm

5.5 km from The Big Hole

Danny

₹4,427

₹4,427 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An infinity pool with a view of the landscape, surrounded by wooden deck seating and a fire pit.

A kitchen counter with various utensils, a metal bowl, a glass container, and a potted plant.

A modern interior with a wooden bar, a leather sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A house with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense vegetation and a small pond in the foreground.

18. Mbizi Bush Lodge

13.7 km from The Big Hole

Regina

₹49,481

₹57,294 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A covered porch with a bench, potted plants, and a tiled walkway.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a long wooden table and red chairs, a ceiling fan, a clock, a refrigerator, and shelves with bottles.

A lush garden with various plants and a building in the background.

19. Lalamo Guest House

4.3 km from The Big Hole

Eric

₹7,171

₹8,304 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A four-poster bed with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden door in a room with white walls and a tiled floor.

A pool area with a thatched-roof building, steps leading to a covered seating area, and a clear blue sky.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a garden, a refrigerator, and a wall-mounted window blind.

A building with a thatched roof and a statue of an elephant in front.

20. Normann Safari Bush Lodge

9.9 km from The Big Hole

Andrew

₹5,803

₹6,739 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to The Big Hole

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Viata Luxe Guesthouse	8.0 Very good 1 review	View
Iso'Bella Vita Guesthouse	10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Sunbird Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 90 reviews	View
La Lechere Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 40 reviews	View
Royal Game Guest House	9.0 Wonderful 33 reviews	View

Top The Big Hole Hotel Reviews

Royal Game Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay and will come back again"

La Lechere Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful attention to detail and comfort. Food (special dinner) was prepared with great care and pride. A wonderful place to stay!"

Homely Escapes

8/10 Good

"Cleanliness is very good"

Other attractions near The Big Hole

Qualito Craft Distillery

You can take time to visit Qualito Craft Distillery during your travels to Phalaborwa. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Tambotie Park

After visiting Tambotie Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Phalaborwa. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Foskor Mine Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Foskor Mine Museum in Phalaborwa. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Wildevy Park

After visiting Wildevy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Phalaborwa. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Selati Park

After visiting Selati Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Phalaborwa. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Hans Merensky Golf Estate

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Phalaborwa at Hans Merensky Golf Estate. Wander the parks or discover the area's sunsets.

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Impala Park

Explore the great outdoors at Impala Park, a lovely green space in Phalaborwa. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Amarula Lapa

You can take time to visit Amarula Lapa during your travels to Phalaborwa. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Big Hole?

The Big Hole is located in an area of Phalaborwa that travellers like for its wildlife. You'll find 41 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to The Big Hole?

Sefapane Lodges and Safaris is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from The Big Hole. Other good options within a few miles include Bushveld Terrace Safari Hotel, Lodge & Spa and Royal Game Guest House.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to The Big Hole?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from The Big Hole.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Big Hole, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near The Big Hole.

What can I see and do near The Big Hole?

Enjoy the outdoors at President Kruger Park, Phalaborwa Gate or Impala Park. Tambotie Park, Wildevy Park and Selati Park are beautiful places to appreciate nature. Stopping by Hans Merensky Golf Estate, Qualito Craft Distillery or Amarula Lapa is a fun way to see all the area has to offer.

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Our top choices for The Big Hole hotels

1. Viata Luxe Guesthouse

2. Iso'Bella Vita Guesthouse

3. Sunbird Lodge

4. La Lechere Guest House

5. Royal Game Guest House

6. SHABIS GUEST LODGE

7. Homely Escapes

8. Timbila Game Lodge

9. Letaba Trails Camp- Greater Kruger

10. Shanatsi Safari Lodge

11. Happy Time Guest House

12. Khanya Conservation Camp

13. Pangolin's Rest - Unit 1

14. Cottage Lenisè

15. Balule Bushveld Safari Lodge

16. Last Word Kitara

17. A Traveller's Palm

18. Mbizi Bush Lodge

19. Lalamo Guest House

20. Normann Safari Bush Lodge

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Top The Big Hole Hotel Reviews

Royal Game Guest House

La Lechere Guest House

Homely Escapes

Other attractions near The Big Hole

Qualito Craft Distillery

Tambotie Park

Foskor Mine Museum

Wildevy Park

Selati Park

Hans Merensky Golf Estate

Impala Park

Amarula Lapa

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