Title: Gem in the bush lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=84045508&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gem in the bush lodge Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and rooftop terrace ## Photo gallery for Gem in the bush lodge ![Exterior - Gem in the bush lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/2d117b09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - Gem in the bush lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/ba08668d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily full breakfast - Gem in the bush lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/17701321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Gem in the bush lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/a19f1e94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Gem in the bush lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/a49a1da7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Gem in the Bush Lodge offers a peaceful escape with daily breakfast. Enjoy a rooftop firepit, outdoor pool, spa services, hiking, and biking. The garden entertainment area with outdoor furniture is perfect for unwinding. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Pool - Spa - Housekeeping - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 15 - Dec 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=84045508&PinnedHotelID=84045508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Luxury Room ![Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/9176ff90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Memory foam bed Ceiling fan Hairdryer In-room massage Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Room ![Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/4b280d3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Memory foam bed Ceiling fan Private bathroom Hairdryer In-room massage Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Room ![Luxury Room | Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/57a6b3cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room ### Highlights Garden Air conditioning Memory foam bed Ceiling fan Private bathroom Hairdryer In-room massage Daily housekeeping - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Room ![Luxury Room | Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84050000/84045600/84045508/e4d2b94a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Memory foam bed Ceiling fan Private bathroom Hairdryer In-room massage Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoedspruit-Hotels-Gem-In-The-Bush-Lodge.h84045508.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoedspruit-Hotels-Gem-In-The-Bush-Lodge.h84045508.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-24.35329%2C30.96642&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tVbc4UU8pQHXrIjS2STkRwmzLcM=) 682 Kierieklapper St, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380 #### What's nearby - Selati Nature Reserve \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre \- 27 min drive \- 17.1 miles - Jessica the Hippo \- 31 min drive \- 13.5 miles - Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre \- 38 min drive \- 22.0 miles #### Getting around - Hoedspruit (HDS) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Silver Wings Spur Steak Ranch - ‬18 min walk - ‪Fig & Bean - ‬18 min walk - ‪Thirsty Giraffe - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Brewery - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Hoedpsruit Café - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Gem in the bush lodge Luxury guest house near Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate Consider a stay at Gem in the bush lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a firepit. Active travellers can enjoy hiking/biking trails at this guest house. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a manicure/pedicure. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and an outdoor entertainment area. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Outdoor furniture Room features All guest rooms at Gem in the bush lodge have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Other amenities include: - Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48420000/48412200/48412200/130a8689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Phelwana Game Lodge Hoedspruit - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 10 Exceptional 1 review £275 includes taxes & fees 19 Dec - 20 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=48412200&PinnedHotelID=48412200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98900000/98890300/98890259/c0d79064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nyala Luxury Safari Tents Nkomazi - Pool - Parking included - Extra beds/cots - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=98890259&PinnedHotelID=98890259&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15480000/15477900/15477876/82f4b655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa Hoedspruit - 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17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=3648374&PinnedHotelID=3648374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 260; reservation required ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - In a regional park - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Rooftop terrace ### Spa - In-room massages - Manicures/pedicures ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Memory foam mattress ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Hosted evening meal: ZAR 260 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted 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 ### Property is also known as Gem In The Bush Hoedspruit ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Gem in the bush lodge have a pool? ### Is Gem in the bush lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gem in the bush lodge? ### What time is check-in at Gem in the bush lodge? ### What time is check-out at Gem in the bush lodge? ### Where is Gem in the bush lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gem in the bush lodge Reviews ## Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.4/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cannot find a single fault …. Excellent comms. Great location. Superb food. Lovely room. Comfy bed. Gorgeous shower. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay again and recommend to others ##### Helen Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacques 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Le Gem in the Bush est un lodge récent superbement équipé et très confortable. Le personnel est très agréable et les repas étaient très bien cuisinés et copieux. ##### Jacques Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Christina 18 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wir waren vom Abendessen enttäuscht. ##### Christina Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne 13 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Susanne Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Obakeng 21 Jan 2024 ##### Obakeng Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nancy 7 Nov 2023 ##### Nancy Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge.h526966.Hotel-Information) > > [Sebatana Private Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Sebatana-Private-Reserve.h32459379.Hotel-Information) > > [Pumba Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grahamstown-Hotels-Pumba-Private-Game-Reserve.h2319463.Hotel-Information) > > [Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Mhondoro-Safari-Lodge-Villa.h11522151.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun City Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-Soho-Hotel-Casino-At-Sun-City-Resort.h527184.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury-Hotels-Woodbury-Tented-Camp-Amakhala-Game-Reserve.h9642577.Hotel-Information) > > [Botlierskop Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Klein-Brak-River-Hotels-Botlierskop-Private-Game-Reserve.h2991039.Hotel-Information) > > [Mabula Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bela-Bela-Hotels-Mabula-Game-Lodge.h1559026.Hotel-Information) > > [Tsala Treetop Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Tsala-Treetop-Lodge.h1030430.Hotel-Information) > > [Paternoster Dunes Boutique Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paternoster-Hotels-Paternoster-Dunes-Boutique-Guesthouse.h31911613.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cascades Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cascades-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9515.Hotel-Information) > > [Tshukudu Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Tshukudu-Bush-Lodge.h1201423.Hotel-Information) > > [Gondwana Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Gondwana-Game-Reserve.h4145102.Hotel-Information) > > [Hartford House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mooirivier-Hotels-Hartford-House.h27344764.Hotel-Information) > > [Ivory Tree Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Ivory-Tree-Game-Lodge.h5994597.Hotel-Information) > > [Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenton-On-Sea-Hotels-Kariega-Game-Reserve-Main-Lodge.h4576469.Hotel-Information) > > [Margate Beach Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Margate-Beach-Club.h9458217.Hotel-Information) > > [Lush Private Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Lush-Private-Lodge.h24940930.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kingdom Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moses-Kotane-Hotels-The-Kingdom-Resort.h6792618.Hotel-Information) > > [Glen Afric Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broederstroom-Hotels-Glen-Afric-Country-Lodge.h27136993.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanbona Wildlife Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barrydale-Hotels-Sanbona-Wildlife-Reserve.h1155735.Hotel-Information) > > [Garden Route Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albertinia-Hotels-Garden-Route-Game-Lodge.h2917158.Hotel-Information) > > [Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hlabisa-Hotels-Rhino-Ridge-Safari-Lodge.h9401037.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Self-Catering Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Self-Catering-Chalets.h22471915.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Breede-River-Hotels-Inverdoorn-Private-Game-Reserve.h3131643.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oyster Box](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Oyster-Box.h2939964.Hotel-Information)