Maliba Lodge

5.0 star property
Mountain lodge in Butha Buthe with 2 restaurants and spa

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Natural pool
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Children's club
  • Conference center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
Feel at home
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television

Room options

Mountain Chalet Double (5 Star)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 75 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Ts'ehlanyane National Park, Leribe, Butha Buthe

What's nearby

  • Liphofung Caves - 77 min drive - 69.5 km
  • Clarens Golf Club - 90 min drive - 89.5 km
  • Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail - 92 min drive - 91.4 km
  • Bokong Nature Reserve - 98 min drive - 81.6 km
  • AfriSki - 111 min drive - 109.0 km

Getting around

  • Maseru (MSU-Moshoeshoe I Intl.) - 64.8 miles/104.2 km

About this property

Maliba Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Butha Buthe with a stay at Maliba Lodge. You can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, facials, or aromatherapy. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include a bar/lounge, a kids' club, and a terrace.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*
  • Supervised childcare*
  • Children's club*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 7 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Turndown service
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony
  • Fireplace

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for ZAR 100 per day (rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 190 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Maliba Mountain Butha Buthe
Maliba Mountain Lodge Butha Buthe
Maliba Lodge Butha Buthe
Maliba Butha Buthe
Maliba Lodge Lodge
Maliba Lodge Butha Buthe
Maliba Lodge Lodge Butha Buthe

Frequently asked questions

Does Maliba Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Maliba Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Maliba Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Maliba Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Maliba Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Maliba Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, archery, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a picnic area. Maliba Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Maliba Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does Maliba Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location, beautiful chalets and very friendly staff
Kaspar, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dr Tinyade, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Rates they advised for meals and massages, was more expensive on billing, but overall a nice relaxing place.
A, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ntshabeng, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tafadzwa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The tranquility is the biggest drawcard and the hiking experience
Ntaeboso, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Like always it's one of the best stays in joburg
MC, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Beautiful views and surroundings around the property. the rooms were well equiped. access to the property is not very easy and the restaurant which we'd heard good things about was dissapointing especially on the second night of our stay when the food was barely warm and not particulary tasty or fresh
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely setting in the mountains, great walking trails.
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, NP, road to get there with local activity, ...
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The chalets were very interesting and beautiful, i liked the patio down near the river, it was ao refreshing
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ruan, 6-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

The lodge needs to buy a generator. When the electricity goes out, it has no back up other than (powerful) flashlights (which it distributes in advance).
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful view! Incredible room, would love to stay forever!
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic property in Lesboto with great hikes impressive scenery and fantastic staff.
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Serene ... would highly recommend
Amazing ...
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Simen, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Maliba lodge definitely worth a visit
Maliba lodge was a wonderful break in a beautiful setting. Loved the private viewing deck and the chalet was large and comfortable - own fireplace, verandah with loungers etc.Many walks in the area which are well signposted and cleared - upper trail a bit slippery initially. Spa tent is surprisingly well equipped inside. Food was a bit hit and miss - some dishes were outstanding, others a bit disappointing. The manager is aware of this and working to improve. We didn’t eat at the bistro. Plan to stay at least two nights to enjoy. Lesotho gets our vote for friendliest people in Africa!
Allan, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay
Great location.....breathtaking views
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2/10 Poor

Never again
Definitely not 5-star. Overpriced and poor service. Breakfast was an extra charge and such a poor offering. Dinner was expensive and mediocre. They will even charge for extra firewood for your room. Makes you feel they just out to make a buck. Don’t waste your money, rather visit the park for the day to enjoy scenery and hikes.
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4/10 Fair

Beautiful location with so much potential
After driving 6+ hours to reach the lodge, we were greeted with a less than welcoming receptionist. One of the issues, she informed us that dinner was to be served from 7-10pm. We asked for an 8pm reservation initially, then decided 9pm would be best. She was not flexible and informed us that 9pm was too late after just telling us that they are open until 10pm. On a side note, the food was terrible and very expensive for what was served. All of this would not have made such an impact if the unwelcomed tone was not set from the beginning. The rest of the staff at the lodge, restaurant, cafe, and security were impeccable. The riverside lodge was not up to normal 3 star accommodation standards as listed at the hotel. Very old and outdated. Could use some repairs in the area of the bathroom which also didnt have a door for privacy.
Joseph , 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, relaxing hotel!
The hotel is beautiful and the views are spectacular both from the main lodge + bistro and also from the mountain chalets! The chicken at the best was delicious and we'd recommend anyone going there definitely try it! The room was wonderful and the staff were very helpful and accommodating! Would definitely recommend coming here for a weekend of relaxation.
Sonia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Beatiful lodge at beatiful place
I stayed at 5 star lodge. Room was so clean, facitilities all good. Beatiful scenery surrounded by mountains.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in Lesotho
Thank you to all the staff at Maliba Lodge. We had a wonderful stay and tremendously enjoyed the hotel, the location, the food and the hospitaliy of all the staff.
3-night family trip
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