Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 18 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Gin & Co. - 4 min drive
Big Bear Spur Steak Ranch - 9 min drive
The Courtyard Cafe and Delicatessen - 4 min drive
Gumtreez Pub & Grill - 4 min drive
Magnolia Restaurant - 4 min drive
About this property
Premier Hotel The Winkler
Enjoy your visit to Mbombela with a stay at Premier Hotel The Winkler. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor tennis court, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
87 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Pets
Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Shopping center shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
What to do
Tennis
Basketball
Pool table
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference center (194 square feet of space)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Arcade/game room
Outdoor tennis court
Reception hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch plasma TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Wakuja Restaurant - This restaurant overlooks the pool and garden. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 215 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 350 per vehicle (one-way)
Shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service for children costs ZAR 350 (one-way)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Protea Hotel Winkler
Protea Hotel Winkler White River
Protea Winkler
Protea Winkler White River
Winkler Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel The Winkler White River, South Africa - Mpumalanga
Premier Hotel Winkler White River
Premier Hotel Winkler
Premier Winkler White River
Premier Winkler
Protea Hotel The Winkler
Premier The Winkler Mbombela
Premier Hotel The Winkler Hotel
Premier Hotel The Winkler Mbombela
Premier Hotel The Winkler Hotel Mbombela
Frequently asked questions
Does Premier Hotel The Winkler offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Premier Hotel The Winkler does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Premier Hotel The Winkler?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Premier Hotel The Winkler?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Premier Hotel The Winkler?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Premier Hotel The Winkler?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 350 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Premier Hotel The Winkler?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Premier Hotel The Winkler and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. Premier Hotel The Winkler also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Premier Hotel The Winkler?
Yes, Wakuja Restaurant offers garden views.
Does Premier Hotel The Winkler have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Premier Hotel The Winkler like?
Premier Hotel The Winkler puts you in the heart of Mbombela. Popular attractions include Kruger National Park, which is 30 minutes away by car.
Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Best ever I will always book it when I go to Mpumalanga
Xoli
Xoli, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 4, 2024
Vusi
Vusi, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2023
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 6, 2023
EW
EW, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2023
Plant service parts
Plant service parts, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 3, 2022
The tranquility
Livit
Livit, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 27, 2022
It is an older model with modern finishing.
Livit
Livit, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 30, 2021
4 star is most certainly overrated and at least one star too many. The hotel might have been a great property some 25 years ago but is now in need of attention and some maintenance.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 23, 2020
Quick Night Stay
A group of 15 men went down and the service and planning of rooms and food was great. They made it so easy to arrange everyone.
The food at the restaurant was great and affordable for what we received.
Lee-Andrew
Lee-Andrew, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2020
COLLEN
COLLEN, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2019
Excellence
Accommodating
Cowell
Cowell, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2018
It is breathtaking.
I wish I could have extended my stay. The Winkler is just tops in all respects.i am planning to take my wife there for a longer period.
Molebaleng Alph
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2017
On our way to KNP
Just stayed the nights as usual on our way into KNP. No problems what so ever.
Team at Reception and on the gate most helpful.
See you in February 2018
Terry
Terry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 14, 2017
Ok for a overnight stay
Room outdated.
No wifi in room and limited phone reception
Trent
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 13, 2016
Expensive Winkler
I have stayed at the hotel before when it was under the Protea Banner. It now appears to be under new ownership. I was very unhappy with their rates. I paid nearly double what I paid last year for the same duration in July.
If money is immaterial, the hotel is a decent choice. If budget matters I cannot recommend this hotel again.
Craig
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 7, 2016
Good with little bad
Stay was great and the service friendly.
Breakfast was awesome
One bad think the TV channels did not work properly and in the morning there were no signal
Also when we got to the hotel they die not have our booking as done via hotels.com but lucky they had an open room
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2016
Fantastic hotel and location to access Kruger
Pity it was just one night. Would have enjoyed a week. Isolated location but fronts a good road to Kruger and Johannesburg . Hotel and grounds lovely. We had a large room with double balcony and views of the swimming pool.
ROBERT
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 8, 2016
Thulile
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 5, 2016
Very peaceful and quiet surroundings, hotel needs some attention. Tennis courts needs fixing, rooms require some extra care as many things were broken or not in the room. Swimming pool needs cleaning
Nick
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 28, 2015
Overnight on route to Kruger
We stayed for one night on our way to Kruger National Park. Staff was very friendly and helpful and the food was very good. Overall a very good hotel.
Izak
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 27, 2015
Location...location
Great location. Close to Kruger Park.
Thiru
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2015
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2015
professional personel
Everything was perfect. I really enjoyed my stay.Hope to come back soon.
Reginah
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 30, 2015
Good staff, decent location to Kruger
Hotel Staff are excellent, breakfast buffet was really good.
Ants everywhere in the room, dinner buffet wasn't good. Pool and play area needs an upgrade or clean.