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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Attentive staff
Delicious food
Beautiful location
Cons:
Tatty gowns in rooms
Worn towels
Pool area not well styled

Categories

Cleanliness
8.14
The gowns in the rooms are very tatty and the towels were quite worn.
Service
9.61
The staff are incredible, so attentive and polite, really could not fault them at all.
Location
9.15
Our stay at Cradle Boutique Hotel was located in a serene gem in nature.
Room Quality
9.1
Our room, complete with a stunning view and private jacuzzi, was pure indulgence.
Amenities
8.63
The pool area is not well styled making it unpleasant to experience.
Value for Money
9.09
Exceptional 4-star luxury delivered with unmistakable 6-star service.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Breakfast was delicious, I loved it! The food was well made, friendly service.
Overall Experience
9.11
It was amazing from the room, to the facility, the food, staff, and the service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 01:04

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Panoramic Views: Nestled in the Cradle of Humankind, Cradle Boutique Hotel offers breathtaking views of the highveld and valleys.

Exclusive Amenities: Each room features a private viewing deck, air conditioning, free WiFi, and a flat-screen TV. Indulge in the en suite bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries.

Unique Experiences: Enjoy private safaris to fossil sites, game drives, and relaxing picnics by the stream. Unwind with a candle-lit dinner in the cellar or explore the 7000-hectare private game reserve.

Experience luxury and adventure at Cradle Boutique Hotel - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2137 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.14
Service: 9.61
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 9.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 9.09
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Nomakhosi • couple • za
9
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Dale • couple • za
9
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Tribe • couple • za
10
Incredibly peaceful and private with stunning views
Pros:

Great and tranquil

Cons:

Nothing. Could improve the menu with meaty bites like chicken wings, etc.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Kiasha • couple • za
9
This is a true gem in the Cradle of Humankind. We’ll certainly be back multiple times!
Pros:

Everything. Beautiful & serene location. Private rooms and exceptional service all round! The Game Drive was a huge highlight and the food was incredible - both dinner and breakfast. My birthday felt extra special just being here. Thank you! ☺️

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Candace • extended_group • za
8
Great preservation of something special.
Pros:

Great food, great setting and a wonderful weekend.

Cons:

Open toilet.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Roxane • couple • za
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Mulanga • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Lebogang • couple • za
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • za
10
Best couples trip ever
Pros:

The stay was absolutely amazing. The location, the room, the service was amazing.
The staff were brilliant, so helpful and polite.
The food was delicious
The best review I can give is, we will definitely be back again

Cons:

The omelette at Breakfast, it had no taste, even with lots of added salt and pepper.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Graziella • couple • za
8
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Janke • couple • za
10
Pros:

From the picnic that my girlfriend organised and Soloman put together for us in the room, to the quality of the food was mind blowing. The staff in general were very accommodating

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • gb
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Nel • couple • za
10
Pros:

Food is exceptional attentive staff and beautiful property what a wonderful experience.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Joalane • couple • za
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Sibongile • couple • za
9
Pros:

The rooms are lovely and the staff is so friendly and helpful

Cons:

We went to the Spa for a massage, the gowns were old and worn out, which I didn’t like, but otherwise everything was good.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Javier • couple • za
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Jorcam21 • couple • za
8
I would definetly return.
Pros:

The food in the restaurant was very good. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff were excellent, from the golf cart drivers to the restaurant servers to the reception staff. I cannot fault any of the staff. The majority of the staff were young, and they focused on providing excellent customer service.

Cons:

There were no slippers in the room.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Zoleka • couple • za
9
Lovely hotel with beautiful views, peaceful
Pros:

Beautiful views
Lovely spa

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Tebo • couple • za
9
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Leigh-Ann • couple • za
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee