World Luxury Awards: 12th consecutive global title marks a landmark year for sustainability & luxury
Rhulani Safari Lodge is proud to announce that it has once again been named “Best Luxury Bush Lodge – Global Winner” at the prestigious World Luxury Hotel Awards 2025 – marking an extraordinary 12th consecutive win in this elite category.
The award was presented on stage to Rhulani’s Owner, Rolf Steiner, during the World Luxury Awards Gala Ceremony held on 25 October 2025 at the InterContinental Barcelona, Spain, an elegant event featuring a red-carpet welcome, fine dining and live flamenco performances – a fitting celebration of global excellence in hospitality
A Milestone Year: Luxury Meets Sustainability
This year’s win holds special significance. In 2025, Rhulani Safari Lodge completed a major transformation to align with global sustainability standards for hotels, resulting in the lodge being awarded the internationally recognised Travelife Gold certification.
“Winning this award again – in a year where we proved that sustainability and luxury can go hand in hand – fills us with pride,” said owner Rolf Steiner. “We are committed to protecting the natural environment of Madikwe, while continuing to offer world-class comfort, service and unforgettable safari moments.”
Recognition Through Expertise – and Through People
The World Luxury Hotel Awards are determined through a combination of expert evaluation and global public voting. Rhulani Safari Lodge extends heartfelt thanks to all guests, partners, and supporters around the world:
“To everyone who voted for us – thank you. Your trust and continued support helped us once again confirm this award on a global level. This trophy belongs not only to Rhulani, but to every person who believes in our journey.”
About the 2025 World Luxury Awards
The 2025 season featured two global gala events — the first in Barcelona, Spain, and a second in Singapore, both uniting top hospitality professionals from across continents to celebrate achievement in luxury hotels, spas, restaurants and travel. The Barcelona ceremony, where Rhulani was honoured, took place at the InterContinental Barcelona overlooking the National Art Museum of Catalonia and featured a refined dinner and cultural performances
About Rhulani Safari Lodge
Rhulani Safari Lodge is an exclusive 5-star lodge in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa. With only a handful of suites overlooking the African bush and a strong ethos of conservation, Rhulani offers private luxury safari experiences, big-five wildlife encounters, and personalised hospitality with a sustainable footprint.
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