Leopard Corner Lodge
Bed & breakfast, Guest house, HotelRated 4.9 in 168 Reviews
Leopard Corner Lodge is a prestigious 4-star guest house located in St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the UNESCO World Heritage Site iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Named after a young male leopard that once inhabited the adjacent forest, the lodge offers 9 en-suite bedrooms accommodating up to 26 guests.
The property is uniquely positioned on the edge of a forest/greenbelt area, allowing guests to observe local wildlife including hippos, various bird species, monkeys, antelope, warthogs, and occasionally leopards and hyenas. Its location near Shad and Sandpiper streets provides easy beach access while maintaining distance from the town center's bustle.
The lodge features modern amenities including air conditioning, solar power, and a backup generator system. Four rooms are fully wheelchair accessible, and three rooms include spa baths. Each room is thoughtfully named after leopard prey species and comes equipped with high-quality mattresses and personal cooler boxes for guest use.
Facilities include a communal gas braai (barbecue) area, swimming pool, and secure parking. The lodge serves both Continental and English breakfast on a deck overlooking the pool and forest garden. Reception staff can arrange various local activities including game drives, ocean adventures, turtle tours, and boat cruises.
The accommodation options range from standard rooms to family suites, with various configurations including garden view rooms, forest view rooms with shared balconies, and private patio rooms. Some rooms feature fully equipped kitchens, while others offer spa baths and specialized accessibility features. Each room is individually decorated and designed to provide comfortable, luxury accommodation while maintaining a connection to the surrounding natural environment.
The lodge emphasizes its role in providing guests with an authentic wildlife experience while maintaining high standards of comfort and service. Its position as one of few establishments directly bordering the forest area makes it particularly appealing for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a more immersive wildlife experience.