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1. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

18.1 km from Cradle of Humankind

Molly

AED 876

AED 1,010 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

2. Whispering Pines Country Estate

15.5 km from Cradle of Humankind

James

AED 355

AED 409 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

3. Little Swift Chalets

19 km from Cradle of Humankind

Jean-Pierre

AED 331

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sep - 17 Sep

4. Budmarsh Country Lodge

11.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

"The dinner menu was incredible - fine dining at its best. The service was excellent and all the staff are very friendly. It was my 4th anniversary and I requested a romantic turndown with truffles which I paid R85 for. The result was a plate of truffles ontop of the mini bar. No romance what so ever. I raised this when I checked out and no comment was made. I felt like rose petals , candles could have gone a long way and would not pay the R85 again for the experience as there was none."

Tracey

AED 329

AED 379 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Standard Chalet | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, bed sheets

5. Warthogs Bush Lodge

13.4 km from Cradle of Humankind

Pieter

AED 377

AED 436 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Honeymoon Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | View from room

Honeymoon Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, stovetop, electric kettle

Honeymoon Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | Bed sheets

6. B'sorah Luxury Tent & Venue

17.8 km from Cradle of Humankind

Paul

AED 469

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

Executive Premium | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

7. Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

11 km from Cradle of Humankind

John

AED 638

AED 734 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

8. Esther's Country Lodge

11.3 km from Cradle of Humankind

AED 378

AED 436 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Aromatherapy, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, body scrubs, facials

9. Avela Lodge

10.1 km from Cradle of Humankind

Admire

AED 221

AED 255 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

10. Hornbill Lodge

12.5 km from Cradle of Humankind

Simon

AED 350

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sep - 19 Sep

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

11. Usambara lodge

17.7 km from Cradle of Humankind

Portia

AED 372

AED 428 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

Desk, WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished

12. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

15.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

Anonymous traveler

AED 213

AED 244 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Basic Double Room | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

13. Aloe Tree

15.3 km from Cradle of Humankind

Craig

AED 102

AED 118 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

Suite | In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

14. Cradle Boutique Hotel

19.7 km from Cradle of Humankind

Otsile

AED 709

AED 815 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Steam room, body treatments, body wraps, body scrubs, facials

15. Silverstar Hotel

19.8 km from Cradle of Humankind

Dr Jean-Pierre

AED 455

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk

16. FARMHOUSE58

11.8 km from Cradle of Humankind

Katrin

AED 543

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

17. Riverstone Lodge

19.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

Ronelle

AED 308

AED 357 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Superior Studio Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace

18. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

18.2 km from Cradle of Humankind

ari

AED 195

AED 224 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

Classic Cottage, Mountain View | Living area

19. Rising Rocks Farm

13.6 km from Cradle of Humankind

AED 146

AED 202 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

20. DreamWest Living Guesthouse

17.9 km from Cradle of Humankind

james

AED 114

AED 114 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

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Top Cradle of Humankind Hotel Reviews

@Sandton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel wonderful staff 5 stars for sure definitely would stay again !"

City Lodge Hotel Fourways

10/10 Excellent

"Good. Excellent service."

Pivot Hotel Montecasino

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!"

Indaba Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room was clean. Toilet just too tight between sink and wall🙈"

Palazzo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing! Everyone was helpful and accommodating. I appreciate being able to check in early, the room was immaculately cleaned and the property was beautiful. Great breakfast options! Will definitely stay again when I am on this side of the world :-)"

Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"Great room with amazing views. Immediate responses from staff. Food offering at Twist let them down for 2 dinner services. Breakfast was sound though. Management did apologise and confirmed plans for the food service going forward. Spa is beautiful as well. Great place. Would definitely be back"

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"My place looks very exquisite. I had great time of my life plus it was my birthday weekend. The staff was very friendly and helpful, attended to every need. The spa looks beautiful, well furnished, the ambience and great staff too. The food was delicious. No complaints"

Glenburn Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel offers excellent value in a quiet environment. Rooms are spacious and amenities adequate"

Blueberry Hill Hotel

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed the our stay, staff were very friendly, well located."

Other attractions near Cradle of Humankind

Sterkfontein Caves

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sterkfontein Caves, a lovely green space in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Bekker High School

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the campus of Bekker High School as part of your travels around Magaliesberg. Visit the spas in this romantic area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Wonder Caves

Explore the great outdoors at Wonder Caves, a lovely green space in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

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Bekker Primary School

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Bekker Primary School during your stay in Magaliesberg. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Mother of Mercy Shrine

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

Mother of Mercy Shrine is just one of the places to see in Magaliesberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas in this romantic area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park during your travels in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Kromdraai

Find out about the history of Madeteleli when you spend time at Kromdraai. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cradle of Humankind?

Cradle of Humankind is located in an area of Madeteleli known for its array of dining options. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

Where is the best place to stay near Cradle of Humankind?

Mount Grace Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. You'll find it 6.8 mi (11 km) from Cradle of Humankind. Other good choices in the area include Glenburn Lodge & Spa and Silverstar Hotel.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cradle of Humankind, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Cradle of Humankind.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cradle of Humankind?

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Our top choices for Cradle of Humankind hotels

1. African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa

2. Whispering Pines Country Estate

3. Little Swift Chalets

4. Budmarsh Country Lodge

5. Warthogs Bush Lodge

6. B'sorah Luxury Tent & Venue

7. Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

8. Esther's Country Lodge

9. Avela Lodge

10. Hornbill Lodge

11. Usambara lodge

12. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

13. Aloe Tree

14. Cradle Boutique Hotel

15. Silverstar Hotel

16. FARMHOUSE58

17. Riverstone Lodge

18. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

19. Rising Rocks Farm

20. DreamWest Living Guesthouse

Top Cradle of Humankind Hotel Reviews

@Sandton Hotel

City Lodge Hotel Fourways

Pivot Hotel Montecasino

Indaba Hotel

Palazzo Hotel

Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

Glenburn Lodge & Spa

Blueberry Hill Hotel

Other attractions near Cradle of Humankind

Sterkfontein Caves

Bekker High School

Wonder Caves

Bekker Primary School

Mother of Mercy Shrine

Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

Kromdraai

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