Makaranga Garden Lodge is situated in 30 acre of lush Private Botanical Garden in The Valley of a Thousand Hills, KwaZulu Natal.
Makaranga is a 5 star luxury accommodation and conference venue where guests can enjoy friendly service and superb cuisine. The Wildly Poplular Restaurant offers an a la carte dinner menu and the Tuscan Terrace offers a breakfast buffet and a variety of lunch menus. Day visitors are welcome to enjoy a walk in the garden followed by refreshments on the terrace.
The beautiful gardens provide the ideal backdrop to achieve the desired levels of relaxation for all who visit us. The five star guest lodge has been designed to blend in with, rather than impose upon, the natural surroundings. The spacious lodge with hand painted murals, plush carpets, original art, and a classically furnished lounge, which is complete with a grand piano, create an atmosphere of intimacy and elegance.
Our lodge and gardens boast an impressive art collection and guests can wander the wheelchair friendly pathways through the garden to admire the Shona and Italian sculptures set amongst an impressive collection of Camellias, Magnolias and Rhododendrons to mention a few. The Japanese garden features original stone carvings from Japan, and the 18 ponds and waterways are an ideal setting for little bronze statues of Venus, Pan and others.
Our unique brand of personal service, delicious food and good, old fashioned hospitality make this an ideal setting for a weekend leisure escape, romantic honeymoon or prestigious executive event. Makaranga provides an unsurpassed sanctuary for the visitor to rest, rejuvenate and rediscover total harmony.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation at Makaranga Garden Lodge is exclusive, spacious and luxurious. Each suite is individually decorated, tastefully furnished and opening onto a private verandah where the true beauty of Makaranga can be appreciated.
IN-ROOM FACILITIES INCLUDE:
*Selected Satellite TV, MNET and local channels
*Fully fitted kitchens with laundry facilities
*DVD Player
*Individually controlled air-conditioning
*Gowns
*Extra length beds
*Work desks
*Electronic room safe
*Mini bar
*Complimentary Sherry
*Direct international dialing
*WI-FI internet connection
*Built-in international adaptors, hairdryers, electric shaving sockets (220V) (west wing & Apartment)
FACILTIES AND SERVICES:
*Wireless broadband internet access
*Airport transfers on request
*30 Acre Botanical garden including a Japanese Garden
*Swimming pool with access for wheelchairs
*Large selection of artwork and statues
*On-site Health Spa
*On-site gym
*24-hour room service
*24-hour reception and security services
*Secretarial services on request
*Travel assistance
*Same day laundry and valet services (except public holidays)
ACTIVITIES:
* Cultural Village with Zulu dancing and a Safari park at Phe Zulu Safari Park.
* Golf course nearby
* Horse riding and polo at Shongweni Polo Club (9km distance)
* Hiking and walking in the spectacular Kloof Gorge, Kranzkloof Nature Reserve & Shongweni dam.
* Arts & Crafts (beadwork, ceramics, woodwork, wire art etc)
* Adventure tourism (paragliding, quad biking, watersports and more can be arranged)
* Umgeni Steam Railway offers steam train trips the first and last Sunday of every month departing from Kloof station for a fun day out!
* Shopping and dinner theatre at The Heritage Theatre. |
