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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a canopy, and two lion paintings on the walls.

A beach with people swimming and walking in the water.

1. Bhangazi Lodge

18.6 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Christopher R

SAR 385

SAR 385 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

A modern two-story lodge with a covered entrance, paved driveway, and surrounding greenery.

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

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

2. Forest Lodge

18.9 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Zamo

SAR 313

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 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 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.

A modern building with a stone facade, a gated entrance, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

3. St Lucia Livingston Lodge

18.8 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Stanley

SAR 327

SAR 327 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 backyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

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

4. Rhino Coast Guest House

18.3 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Danica

SAR 674

SAR 674 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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

A well-maintained grassy area with a covered seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a red-tiled roof.

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

5. First Group La Rochelle

18.3 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Christiaan

SAR 496

SAR 571 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

6. Perna Perna St Lucia

19 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Pascal

SAR 241

SAR 277 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A cozy living room with a green sofa, wicker chairs, and a coffee table with books and decorative items.

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

A rustic outdoor setting with a treehouse illuminated by lanterns, surrounded by natural foliage.

7. Makakatana Bay Lodge

7.6 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

SAR 3,160

SAR 3,681 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and wooden chairs.

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

8. Shonalanga Lodge

18.6 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Pedro Agrela

SAR 162

SAR 189 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A building entrance with a sign reading "RECEPTION" and a sign at the bottom of the stairs that says "MIND YOUR STEP."

A cozy dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a television.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and a view of greenery through a sliding door.

9. iGwalagwala Guest House

19.1 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

"Very nice guest house, everything is done to make sure that we are comfortable. The owners are very nice people and can give a lot of advices ans help you with a cooler, booking etc... Nice location also, you can walk to the beach, restuarants, etc... The breakfast is really great. We really enjoyed our stay there and will definitely come back. One more thing we can see some monkeys from our house :)"

Steven

SAR 510

SAR 510 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. Sandpiper Guest House

18.5 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Sebastian

SAR 313

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and a ceiling fan.

A building with a sign reading "Turtle Bay Lodge" and a reception area visible.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large framed family photo on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a bar area.

11. Turtle Bay Lodge

19.1 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Thulile

SAR 332

SAR 332 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

12. Luxury Tented Village at Urban Glamping

18.9 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

"Lovely property and all the staff were very kind and helpful. Our tent was really nice, most comfortable beds we had on holiday. Nice area with wardrobe, fridge and sink. Bathroom was nice, shower had decent pressure. Cleaned with fresh towels every day. Because it’s tents you will hear the neighbours but they strongly encourage quiet hours, room had a fan and ear plugs. Would stay here again."

Lauren

SAR 374

SAR 430 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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

A two-story building with a thatched roof and a balcony.

13. AmaZulu Lodge

19.2 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Stephen

SAR 458

SAR 535 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wooden deck with a sofa and a pool table, a bar area, and a view of the sea.

A wooden deck with a bar area featuring stools and a counter.

A pool area with two covered seating areas, each with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker sofas and cushions, a wooden floor, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

14. Budget Tented Village at Urban Glamping - Hostel

18.9 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Emile

SAR 147

SAR 169 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading to a building with a thatched roof.

A multi-level building with a staircase surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A wooden staircase leading to a pool area surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A spacious living area with leather sofas, wooden coffee tables, and pendant lighting. A large window offers a view of the outdoors.

15. Umlilo Lodge

19 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Jon

SAR 505

SAR 581 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An outdoor deck with wooden furniture, a covered seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A coastal landscape with a beach, calm water, and dense greenery.

A lush garden with a wooden deck, a thatched-roof structure, and a variety of tropical plants.

A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

16. Ndiza Lodge & Cabanas

19.5 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Diego

SAR 312

SAR 358 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

17. St Lucia Safari Lodge

19.2 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Mathias

SAR 308

SAR 308 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table, and a covered patio.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

A stone fire pit with flames, surrounded by wooden walls and a seating area with cushions.

A room with a table set with a bottle, glasses, and chocolate with strawberries.

18. Marlin Lodge

18.4 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Grahame

SAR 287

SAR 287 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a potted plant.

19. Ingwenya Lodge

19.6 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Anonymous traveler

SAR 256

SAR 295 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A pathway surrounded by bamboo and ferns, leading to a gated area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a view of the sky.

A lush outdoor area with two picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by dense tropical vegetation and a view of the ocean.

20. Little Eden St Lucia

19.5 km from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

"I have requested a quiet corner room while making the booking and upon checking in on arrival i was told to pay an extra R200 for the quiet room which i did pay to my surprise the following day I was asked again to pay an extra R200 ... which i did pay as i did not want to move to an other room...I really feel so disgusted about how people can be so so greedy when it comes to money that we will leave behind when dead...the place was even too noisy with the occupants upstairs."

Serge

SAR 319

SAR 319 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bhangazi Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Forest Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
St Lucia Livingston Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Rhino Coast Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 14 reviews	View
First Group La Rochelle	9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews	View

Top Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint Hotel Reviews

Leopard Corner Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"A lovely welcome and fabulous stay - I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area."

Elephant Coast Guest House

10/10 Excellent

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

Rhino Coast Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"It was wonderful everything was just splendid and perfect the hosts exceeded our expectations from the moment we checked in to the amazing breakfast and to the moment we had to leave this place that made us felt at home i highly recommend this place"

Maputaland Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, owners were very helpful told us about the area booked a tour which was great as it was our first time in the area Breakfast was good and garden very relaxing If we come back we’d book again and would recommend "

Ndiza Lodge & Cabanas

10/10 Excellent

"Everthing was ok"

Lidiko Lodge

10/10 Excellent

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

Other attractions near Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

St. Lucia Estuary Beach

8.6/10 (30 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, St. Lucia Estuary Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to St. Lucia. 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 take a trip to Cape Vidal Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

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Cape Vidal

9.2/10 (32 reviews)

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

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The Gallery-St Lucia

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Gallery-St Lucia during your trip to St. Lucia. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve

You can take time to visit Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve during your travels to Hluhluwe. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint?

Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint is located in Makakatana. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

What's the best hotel to stay near Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint?

Makakatana Bay Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint. Other good choices in the area include AmaZulu Lodge and Leopard Tree Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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Our top choices for Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint hotels

1. Bhangazi Lodge

2. Forest Lodge

3. St Lucia Livingston Lodge

4. Rhino Coast Guest House

5. First Group La Rochelle

6. Perna Perna St Lucia

7. Makakatana Bay Lodge

8. Shonalanga Lodge

9. iGwalagwala Guest House

10. Sandpiper Guest House

11. Turtle Bay Lodge

12. Luxury Tented Village at Urban Glamping

13. AmaZulu Lodge

14. Budget Tented Village at Urban Glamping - Hostel

15. Umlilo Lodge

16. Ndiza Lodge & Cabanas

17. St Lucia Safari Lodge

18. Marlin Lodge

19. Ingwenya Lodge

20. Little Eden St Lucia

Compare popular hotels close to Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

Top Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint Hotel Reviews

Leopard Corner Lodge

Elephant Coast Guest House

Rhino Coast Guest House

Maputaland Guest House

Ndiza Lodge & Cabanas

Lidiko Lodge

Other attractions near Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint

St. Lucia Estuary Beach

Cape Vidal Lighthouse

Cape Vidal

The Gallery-St Lucia

Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve

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