Title: Bushbaby River Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18282616&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Bushbaby River Lodge A riverside retreat where travelers can hike, bike, ride horses, or simply relax by the pool after enjoying a continental breakfast ## Photo gallery for Bushbaby River Lodge ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Bushbaby River Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/de65c148.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lion Room | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes - Bushbaby River Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/2ce80941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe - Bushbaby River Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/90637ade.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area - Bushbaby River Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/31fff672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden view - Bushbaby River Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/614072a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bushbaby River Lodge, on the riverwalk, offers a peaceful getaway with a continental breakfast, trails for walking, biking, or horseback riding, an outdoor pool, and spa services. Enjoy luxury and tranquility at this upscale bed & breakfast. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £153 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 28 - Jan 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 29 - Jan 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=18282616&PinnedHotelID=18282616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Rhino Room ![Rhino Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/01dca240.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Rhino Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Bathrobes Hairdryer Separate bath and shower - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Elephant Room ![Elephant Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/2ec030d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Elephant Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Bathrobes Hairdryer Separate bath and shower - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Buffalo Room ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/e3b7808a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Buffalo Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Bathrobes Hairdryer Separate bath and shower - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Lion Room ![Lion Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/0d9979e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lion Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Bathrobes Hairdryer Separate bath and shower - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Leopard Room ![Leopard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/0d7e95b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Leopard Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Bathrobes Hairdryer Separate bath and shower - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed - Garden view ### View all photos for Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area ![Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18290000/18282700/18282616/90637ade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms Bathrobes - 1615 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds and 2 Large Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoedspruit-Hotels-Bushbaby-River-Lodge.h18282616.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoedspruit-Hotels-Bushbaby-River-Lodge.h18282616.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Hoedspruit, Bushbaby River Lodge is on the riverwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blyderivierspoort Hiking Trail and Blyde River Canyon. Orpen Gate and Phalaborwa Gate are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. [Visit our Hoedspruit travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit.dx1439) [View more B&B in Hoedspruit](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d1439-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-24.34640%2C31.00734&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dj7KUVdRSwPtyq7GYRLttrCccNw=) 700 Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380 ### What's nearby - ![Um leão na rodovia! A lion on the road. Karongwe Game Reserve Road 36 Hoedspruit Limpopo , South Africa. #OnTheRoad ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1439/697a1e2f-26f8-4c11-90f2-aad00a84c4bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Selati Nature Reserve 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Majestic Xinandi showing off during the sunset 🌅](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1439/405cecea-ab79-4228-8032-7e405ee22412.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre 43 min drive \- 26.2 miles - Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate 15 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre 34 min drive \- 21.3 miles - Jessica the Hippo 43 min drive \- 17.4 miles ### Getting around - Hoedspruit (HDS) 26 min drive ### Restaurants - Xitsumbeni Restaurant 28 min drive - Silver Wings Spur Steak Ranch 16 min drive - Fig & Bean 16 min drive - Arugula 18 min drive - Hat & Creek 16 min drive ## About this property ### Bushbaby River Lodge Upscale bed & breakfast on the riverwalk You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Bushbaby River Lodge. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails and horse riding at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and tour/ticket information - Luggage storage, a front desk safe and a vending machine Room features All guest rooms at Bushbaby River Lodge boast perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Extra amenities include: - Separate baths/showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113150000/113143400/113143311/80594984.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Khiwane Boutique Hotel Hoedspruit - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.0 Very good 3 reviews £148 includes taxes & fees 6 Feb - 7 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=113143311&PinnedHotelID=113143311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Chalet | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40280000/40271300/40271242/fcc4615e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ukuthula Bush Lodge Hoedspruit - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 18 reviews £149 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 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Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - On the riverwalk - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Spa - Deep-tissue massages - Hot stone massages - In-room massages - Swedish massages ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Built in 2017 - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8 PM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per day. Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 500.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: ZAR 750.0 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 500.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Bushbaby River Lodge Hoedspruit Bushbaby River Hoedspruit Bushbaby River Bushbaby River Hoedspruit Bushbaby River Lodge Hoedspruit Bushbaby River Lodge Bed & breakfast Bushbaby River Lodge Bed & breakfast Hoedspruit ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Bushbaby River Lodge have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Bushbaby River Lodge? ### Is Bushbaby River Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Bushbaby River Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Bushbaby River Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Bushbaby River Lodge? ### Does Bushbaby River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Bushbaby River Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Bushbaby River Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 34 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacey 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a fantastic experience at Bushbaby River Lodge and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Communication with the staff was seamless, ensuring everything was perfectly arranged even before our arrival. The breakfast options were delightful, offering a variety of choices such as waffles, pancakes, French toast, and a classic English breakfast—something for everyone to enjoy. The heat pump/air conditioner worked flawlessly, making our stay comfortable regardless of the temperature outside. The facilities were spotless, with warm water readily available and a refreshing pool to relax in. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the airport, the lodge is also surrounded by wildlife, offering a serene and immersive experience. For those interested, the staff can help arrange game drives, making it easy to explore the incredible nature and wildlife in the area. Overall, Bushbaby River Lodge is a gem that combines comfort, convenience, and a touch of the wild. We look forward to returning! ##### Lacey Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Petrus 28 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice place to get away from it all and be in the bush. Close to Hoedspruit. ##### Petrus Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler 4 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay at Bushbaby Bushbaby River Lodge was a great, quiet, peaceful play to stay in Hoedspruit. Everyone was very friendly and the setting is great. Be sure to have a rental car! The lodge is a very long walk from anything. ##### Tyler Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Real bush experience can spot leopards relatively easily, lovely options for activities in terms of game drives in other private reserves and activities like star gazing tours. Lovely place, lovely staff and the owner goes out of her way to accommodate all requirements. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### THADEU 21 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Aconchegante e típico Fomos muito bem atendidos pela proprietária, Sra. Ivete. Funcionários atenciosos. O chuveiro fica do lado de fora do quarto aberto ao tempo. À noite aparecem insetos atraídos pela luz. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/51FB0C50B4E98BD15DF1C1DB5E258076AFCC9FE81579586219950.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/86B98C401B61F8130291981AA440F4C2A3DA20D61579586242378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5E85B21A0C46E406487A68962FAA0D6080972C341579586274982.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### THADEU Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location on a wildlife estate. Very peaceful with just the sounds of nature surrounding you. Very friendly and helpful staff. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivo 15 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Não poderíamos ter escolhido melhor lugar em Hoedspruit, Africa do Sul. Equipe simpática, atenciosa, serviço 10! Yvette e Ayla sempre presentes, excelentes anfitriãs. Recomendo muito. Se um dia eu voltar pra fazer um safari, é lá que me hospedarei novamente. ##### Ivo Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa, California 26 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Best place to stay near Hoedspruit. Beautifully appointed with exceptional staff. The proprietor thought of absolutely everything to ensure guests are comfortable and happy. -Teresa O’Kane Safari Jema ##### Teresa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luciano 27 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hotel de safari romântico Hotel lindo. Os donos dão um toque pessoal que faz toda a diferença. varios animais na reserva do hotel!!! Recomendo ##### Luciano Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eveline 8 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Bed and breakfast in a small nature reserve which means animals are always close by. Well designed rooms (we had the Leopard room) with a deck that looks out on the river bed. Large room, good bed with musquito net and large bathroom area (also outside shower). Hosts are very friendly and love their b&b which can be seen in all details that have been thought through. Note that this is b&b so you have to drive (5 min) to hoedspruit to have dinner. ##### Eveline Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Super schöne Lodge! Angenehme Gastgeber, schöne neue Zimmer, sehr sauber ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Das B&B liegt in einem Estate, hiervon erreicht man super den Krüger Park und die Panoramaroute... Man wird sehr herzlich aufgenommen und die Unterkunft ist perfekt... beim Frühstück hatten wir Warzenschweine um uns herum :-D auch der angenotene Grillabend war sehr gut.. ein rundum perfekter aufebthakt :-) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle, Brasil, São Paulo 13 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfeito! Maravilhoso! Único! Os donos Ivette e Edgar são maravilhosos, simpáticos, solícitos, fazem tudo pela gente! Deram mil dicas sobre tudo, sobre todos os safaris, onde ir no Kruger, onde jantar, onde passear. Eles fizeram um churrasco Sul-africano para nós que foi perfeito! Interagimos muito com eles e com os hóspedes! O hotel é pequeno, mas absurdamente exclusivo, reservado, lindo, bem distribuído, com javalis e Kudus no quintal! Eu voltaria mil vezes para lá! E ficando lá, fizemos safaris na reserva privada do Manyeleti! Perfeito! Amei mais que tudo e me despedi como se estivesse deixando minha família para trás, de tão apegados que ficamos! Recomendo um milhão de vezes! ##### Michelle Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren 27 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic stay can’t wait to go back!! Amazing stay at Busy Baby, beautiful place to visit with lovely spa and pool area. Really clean, helpful staff (booking spa treatments for us, game rides etc). Really incredible to see zebras and giraffe walk straight through the lodge every day. ##### Lauren Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marcos, Rj 27 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sonho indescritível Bushbaby é uma reserva onde lá dentro você poderá avistar varios animais sem nenhum custo onde vc mesmo fazendo seu próprio Safari diurno ou noturno. O café da manhã maravilhoso. O quarto muito novo , limpo , bem decorado de bom gosto , chuveiro maravilhoso para seu banho . Com tomadas USB pelo quarto para facilitar sua vida . Equipe sempre solicita Porém Yvete uma que não pertence a esse mundo de tão doce e sempre fazendo de tudo para te ver feliz e te ajudando conhecer os animais da reserva e outras opcoes . Avisamos a ela que faríamos um Safari no kruguer no dia seguinte é carinhosamente ela preparou um cooler com com sanduíche e cafe facilitando nossa vida um carinho muito especial muito alem do que serviço Parabéns bashbaby ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1032-pc52f5e00-91a4-11e8-b409-0242ac110007-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1088-p4a812890-91a5-11e8-94ca-0242ac11000e-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1321-pde46dc10-91a4-11e8-94ca-0242ac11000e-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s216-p0bd5ea40-91a5-11e8-b409-0242ac110007-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### marcos Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### patrick, chicago 28 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort No issues with hotel or Host. They were very profession, concerning and enjoying. ##### patrick Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RAFAEL, Campinas 24 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ótima opção Nós adoramos a pousada, os proprietários foram muito cuidadosos e se preucuparam a todo momento para que nós tivéssemos uma ótima experiência. Recomendo fortemente! ##### RAFAEL Stayed 3 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia 3 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wunderschöne Lodge mit 5-Sterne-Charakter. Bestes Frühstück und super freundliche Inhaber. Immer zu empfehlen und gerne wieder. Danken für 4 tolle Tage! ##### Julia Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing! The place is new and thus very clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The staff was very friendly. The food was excellent. I only wish I could have stayed longer than one night. I had some problems with the directions but once I finally arrived, I really enjoyed it! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack, vancouver 25 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful Hotel Near Kruger It was a bit different from what we expected, but definitely in a good way. The owners are both Dutch and they were super helpful and kind from the beginning. There are only 6 rooms in total and we stayed in the Elephant Room. The room was spacious, beautiful and clean. We especially appreciate the fact that it had both a fan and and AC, as it could get quite warm in South Africa. ##### Jack Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Pretty cool waking up to kudu and zebra roaming through the lodge grounds. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim 17 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Gemütliches Hotel mitten im Park Wir waren mehr als zufrieden. Die Zimmer sind sehr gemütlich eingerichtet, das Bett bequem (mit Moskitonetz) und alles sehr sauber. Die Klimaanlage kühlt das Zimmer ratz fatz runter und die Außendusche ist genau das richtige nach einem Tag bei 40°C im Krüger Park. Bei der Größe der Unterkunft ist es auch einleuchtend, das es kein Abendessen gibt, dies stellt aber mit Hoedspruit um die Ecke und den dortigen Restaurants kein Problem dar. Je nach Buchungskanal erhält man eine Nachricht von der Unterkunft mit Weganweisungen (es ist leider nicht überall möglich), sollte man diese nicht erhalten haben, unbedingt die Unterkunft kontaktieren, das spart einiges an Zeit und Nerven. Kennt man den Weg einmal, ist es einfach zu finden, ohne die Anleitung ist es allerdings mehr als wahrscheinlich, sich odentlich zu verfransen. Anders als im Krüger Park hat das Tor zum Einlass in dieses Reservat (zumindest der separate Eingang zur Lodge) keine Schließzeiten. Man erhält einen Code (beim Check In) mit dem man das Tor jederzeit öffnen kann und so ist es auch egal, wenn man erst um 22Uhr (oder später) vom Abendessen zurück kommt. ##### Kim Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### pedro 7 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sem igual !!! Estávamos em lua de mel, a recepção dos proprietários foi simplesmente incrível (suco e toalhas umidecidas ) mesmo tarde da noite, o GPS não iniciou o local certo, mas a proprietária foi nos buscar com o seu carro. O quarto e simplesmente sensacional !!!se um dia voltar ao kruger, ctz q ficaria lá novamente (detalhe : a pousada é novinha em folha ) menos de 1 ano . Incrível !!!!!!!!!! ##### pedro Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sébastien 26 Nov 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lodge a ne pas rater Un séjour tout simplement merveilleux. Nous avons été super bien accueilli. Nous avons passé une excellente visite du Kruger Park, une superbe randonnée à vélo dans la réserve privée d'Hoedspruit en compagnie d'Edgar, un des gérants. Le petit déjeuner est très bon. La chambre, le lieu, la piscine tout est bien soigné. ##### Sébastien Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse 23 Nov 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful hotel Yvette is a fantastic person and the bushbaby is the perfect place. Clean. Beautiful. Confortable. 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