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The Cradle Boutique Hotel is located within the Greater Cradle Nature Reserve. The privately owned 9000-hectare Unesco World Heritage Site close to Johannesburg is a unique ecotourism destination boasting two active Palaeoanthropological sites still unearthing both hominid and animal fossils.
We invite you to experience the Cradle of Humankind – which was listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1999 – as it reveals stories of the origins of life on our planet billions of years ago and of the evolution of humankind over the last few million years.
Feel the rhythm of life in this unique place as we take you on a journey into an ancient landscape. Whether you come to stay in one of our beautiful rooms, visit our acclaimed restaurant or partake in some of our memorable activities, you will be moved by this special place.
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Rooms
The hotel consists of exquisite rooms, each with spectacular views of the nature reserve.
Dining
The Cradle Restaurant is famous for its great breakfast fare, long lazy lunches, afternoon nibbles and sumptuous dinners accompanied by a curated wine list with a handpicked selection from some of South Africa’s best boutique wine estates.
Inyala SPA
The hotel consists of exquisite rooms, each with spectacular views of the nature reserve.
Game Reserve
The Cradle Boutique Hotel, situated within 9,000 hectares of spectacular nature reserve, is a unique, luxurious destination in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind. It is the ideal location from which to explore your origins.
Conferencing
The hotel consists of exquisite rooms, each with spectacular views of the nature reserve.
Activities
With world class activities, the Cradle Boutique Hotel, is sure to have something for everyone. From game drives to fossil tours, guided walks to hiking there is so much to explore.
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