2021 editionNo. 96

Royal Malewane

Thornybush Private Game Reserve, South Africa

In 2021, it remained one of Southern Africa's clearest exceptional luxury safari benchmarks.

The annual recordWhy Royal Malewane is in The World's Best 100 Hotels 2021

Royal Malewane is a safari lodge in Thornybush Private Game Reserve, defined by Kruger-region wildlife access, guiding depth, residential suites, and high-touch lodge service.

In 2021, it remained one of Southern Africa's clearest exceptional luxury safari benchmarks.

Current hotel profile Official website The 2021 list
Hotel information

The essentials.

Destination
Thornybush Private Game Reserve, South Africa
Property
Safari lodge
Operator
The Royal Portfolio
Opened
1999
AddressHoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380, ZAOpen map ↗

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Edition factsThe record at a glance
Position
No. 96
Hotel type
Safari lodge
Destination
Thornybush Private Game Reserve
Country or region
South Africa
Management in 2021
The Royal Portfolio
Opening year
1999
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