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Jamala Madikwe

5.0 star property

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6 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Fireplace, MP3 dock
Terrace/patio
Reception
Villa, 1 King Bed (Jamala Madikwe) | Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • All-inclusive
  • Room service

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Madikwe Game Reserve, Molatedi Gate, Ramotshere Moiloa, North West, 2838
  • Kopfontein Border Post
  • Gaborone Game Reserve
  • University of Botswana

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Villa, 1 King Bed (Jamala Madikwe)

Villa, 1 King Bed (Jamala Madikwe)

  • 166 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ramotshere Moiloa

When you stay at Jamala Madikwe in Ramotshere Moiloa, you'll be in the historical district and 10 minutes by car from Tshukudu Dam. .This all-inclusive lodge is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Derdepoort Gate and 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from Wonderboom Gate.
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About this property

Jamala Madikwe

All-inclusive lodge with 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
Jamala Madikwe offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include fireplaces. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodations at this 5-star lodge have kitchenettes with refrigerators, separate dining areas, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include MP3 docking stations and minibars. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of a hot tub. 6 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Jamala Madikwe Royal Spa has massage/treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and private pools. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Kitchenettes are outfitted with refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, while MP3 docking stations help you enjoy your music in the comfort of your room. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy a soak in one of the 6 outdoor swimming pools. Additional amenities at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
This lodge is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Stop by the lodge's restaurant, Jamala Madikwe Boma, for dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Meet other guests and eat at the complimentary reception. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 11:30 AM.

Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Ramotshere Moiloa? This lodge has 538 square feet (50 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free valet parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 11:30 AM. The lodge offers a complimentary manager's reception on select days.
Jamala Madikwe Boma - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Room service during certain hours (limited menu)
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Jamala Madikwe Boma

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Safari
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2009
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Jamala
Jamala Hotel
Jamala Hotel Madikwe
Jamala Madikwe
Jamala Madikwe Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa
Jamala Lodge
Jamala Madikwe Ramotshere Moiloa
Jamala Makwe Ramotshere Moilo
Jamala Madikwe Lodge
Jamala Madikwe Ramotshere Moiloa
Jamala Madikwe Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa

Jamala Madikwe Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Safari Experience

Amazing stay here. Highly recommended. What a wonderful safari experience. There is a massive watering hole at the center of this property that attracts a lot of animals, so aside from the many animal viewing opportunities during the game drives, you can experience a sofa safari by just watching the animals come to the watering hole from the comfort of your villa or from the lounge/dining area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Peacefull and relaxing. Great attention to detail. Wonderful friendly staff. Couldn’t fault it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beautiful setting. The attention to detail and the fact it only has 5 lodges.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great escape from johannesburg

Puts the pilanesburg to shame, well worth an extra hours drive. Intimate experience, where it is tempting to forgo the game drives to lay on a the big leather couch with a book, occasionally peeking at the giraffe, elephants and buffalo bustling at the water hole in front of you... Rooms are very spacious and with full 180 view of the bush. The rooms closer to the lodge will have better views of the waterhole and accompanying wildlife. Food was excellent, meticulously prepared. Nico and team happy to go the extra mile to make the stay special.... Whether setting up a special tv viewing room with snacks for a World Cup game, or some local sparkling wine in the room for an occasion.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect safari honeymoon

We came here for 3 nights for our honeymoon. The food, lodges, service and game drives were all phenomenal! It was a fantastic stay and incredibly relaxing. We couldn't believe how amazing every detail was during our stay. Highly recommend and worth every penny!

10/10 Excellent

Derryck, Southampton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding, Incredible, Superb, etc..etc..etc..!

From the moment you arrive the superb team are very welcoming. The location of the lodge is second to none opposite a waterhole, on our first afternoon there were eight giraffes drinking there! The lodges are huge and very luxurious, there are only five of them which make it feel very intimate. The game drives are unbelievable and we saw all of the big five plus a family of cheetahs - wow...! All of the staff are wonderful with great names like Happy & Precious (which they are!). Special mention must go to our Ranger Lazi who not only found all of the animals we wanted but also explained the different tracks of the animals. We were on a night drive when he said that he could smell elephants then about two minutes later there was a huge herd! - incredible! The food is top class and to die for, as is the whole experience from landing on the little airstrip to leaving Jamala...... If you are only ever going to do one Safari in your life, or even if you have already been on Safari you NEED to do JAMALA! Thanks to Nico, Rodney and any of the exceptional team who have not been mentioned by name. Derryck & Sharon

10/10 Excellent

Douwe , Brooks, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise in Africa

Nothing prepared me for the immediacy and intensity of the experience at Jamala. As an experienced traveller and visitor of other safari lodges I was struck by the intimate exclusivity of this lodge. No detail was overlooked. The wild life and African bush was centre stage, with this immaculate lodge the vehicle of an unforgettable experience. Rodney and Nico made you feel like you have arrived home after a long journey and small details like a hot drawn mineral bath after a game drive made this an incomparable experience. There is no doubt in my mind that I will visit again and as soon as possible.

10/10 Excellent

David, Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

While not an expert in safari lodges, let me say that I cannot imagine a better experience exists in Madikwe park. The villas are lovely, the grounds great, the staff wonderful, the food VERY good, and Rodney and Nico are perfect hosts. Game drives were great. The watering hole in front of the main lodge is perfect for a "sofa safari" between game drives. My wife and I had a wonderful time and will return.

10/10 Excellent

Pablo, Honduras

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply the Best Luxury Lodge in the Bush.

Jamala Madikwe deserves so much more than just 5 stars. It is a TOP NOTCH lodge which pampers you from the moment you arrive (popping a bottle of champagne) to the moment you depart, nonstop. You simply end up wishing your departure date would be a lot further in the calendar. Rodney (Owner), and Nico (Chef & Manager) and the whole crew are simple fascinating people, which make your stay Jamala quite incomparable to the other lodges, far more superior. Nico's food is too good to be true,(Michelin Star Rated, easily). And the rooms, you simple can't ask for more; they are beautiful, cozy, spacious, luxurious, plus each one has a fascinating view of the water whole. Which makes it possible to watch some amazing game just from the room. I would end this review by saying, me and my whole will be definitely returning to Jamala some time in the future. It was unrealistically great.!

10/10 Excellent

Jørn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unikt og ubeskriveligt

Det var den mest fantastiske oplevelse samt ophold vi nogensinde har haft - og vi har efterhånden rejst i mange år. Stedet er usammenligneligt med andre resorts, fordi Jamala har en ubeskrivelig udsigt lige ude foran restaurant, pool, værelser, hvor der er et dyreliv fra tidligt morgen til aften ved vandhullet. Personalet er utrolig serviceminded og venlige - og deres game drives var en klasse for sig selv. En varm anbefaling
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A melhor experiência da minha vida.

A melhor experiência da minha vida com relação à hotelaria e atendimento personalizado. Certamente uma experiencia unica onde me senti especial do 1 minuto ao último. Se eu pudesse falar com qualquer pessoa que esteja cogitando se hospedar no Jamala eu diria para não pensar duas vezes. Pessoas amorosas, treinadas para oferecer sempre o melhor, preparadas para qualquer solicitação, alegres, dispostas, o que realmente importa numa estadia excepcional, alem obvio de uma estrutura fisica sensacional. Um bangalo luxuoso com muita mordomia e uma vista de tirar o fôlego. Uma verdadeira imersão no mundo do Safari Africano sendo tratada como se estivesse na minha casa. KG, Rod, Nico, Happy, Lawrence, Bonolo, e todo o time, são sensacionais. Me emocionei por diversas vezes nesse lugar e fiquei com o coração apertado na hora de ir embora, mas feliz porque tive a certeza de ter feito a melhor escolha para uma celebração especial. Muito obrigada Jamala Madikwe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Värt varenda krona!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019