Maropeng Hotel

Shake off the shackles of city life and escape to the timeless tranquility of the countryside where style and service await you – at the Maropeng Hotel, a great choice for those looking for quality accommodation in the Cradle of Humankind.

Under an hour’s drive from Johannesburg or Pretoria, the Maropeng Hotel is rather a paradox – an upmarket four-star boutique hotel, located on the site where our common human ancestors once foraged for food!

‘Maropeng’ is a Setswana word meaning ‘returning to the place of origin’, an apt name given the history of the place now recognised the world over as the Cradle of Humankind.

This overriding theme was kept in mind and incorporated into the hotel design. The four elemental forces of nature: earth, fire, water and ice, also feature prominently in the architectural style.

The Maropeng Hotel, with breathtaking views of the Witwatersberg and Magaliesberg ranges, opened its doors to the public on June 01 2006.

The 24-bedroom hotel is the epitome of true luxury and is conveniently located just a five-minute walk from South Africa ’s premier tourist destination, the Tumulus visitor attraction, and 10km (6mi) from the Sterkfontein Caves.

Enjoy a restful night’s sleep in one of 10 king rooms, 13 twin rooms or in the fully equipped paraplegic bedroom. At capacity the hotel accommodates 48.

The Maropeng Hotel is perfectly suited to a romantic getaway or for executives seeking a convenient conference venue with classy accommodation not too far from the city.

Maropeng also caters for larger groups, such as students and learners, at Hominid House, a separate dormitory style accommodation facility.

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