Title: Timbavati Safari Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=38384642&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Timbavati Safari Lodge Travelers gather around the warm firepit after days filled with adventure, taking time to explore the natural beauty from the serene surroundings ## Photo gallery for Timbavati Safari Lodge ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Timbavati Safari Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38390000/38384700/38384642/6d712937.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - Timbavati Safari Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38390000/38384700/38384642/e78b460c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Timbavati Safari Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38390000/38384700/38384642/bb8fb430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Timbavati Safari Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38390000/38384700/38384642/a0ad2b54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Timbavati Safari Lodge (Hoedspruit)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38390000/38384700/38384642/1bcdbcbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Timbavati Safari Lodge offers free full breakfast and manager's reception. Enjoy the outdoor pool to cool off and peaceful strolls in the garden. Practical amenities include on-site laundry facilities and free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 6.6 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 18 - Dec 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 19 - Dec 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&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=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&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=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=38384642&PinnedHotelID=38384642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room ![Standard Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38390000/38384700/38384642/9a94a9f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Desk Laptop-compatible safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![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-Timbavati-Safari-Lodge.h38384642.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoedspruit-Hotels-Timbavati-Safari-Lodge.h38384642.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-24.56197%2C31.15057&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hYt4CzyXolaWTsSjTq0Sza13Q20=) R531 Orpen Road, 20km From Orpen Gate, Kruger National Park outside of the park, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380 #### What's nearby - Mafunyani Cultural Village \- 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre \- 22 min drive \- 13.7 miles - Orpen Gate \- 34 min drive \- 21.0 miles - Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre \- 38 min drive \- 23.4 miles - Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate \- 47 min drive \- 30.5 miles #### Getting around - Hoedspruit (HDS) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Gauta Fast Foods - ‬12 min drive - ‪ergens zo hier - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Timbavati Safari Lodge Property highlights Free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a firepit are just a few of the amenities provided at Timbavati Safari Lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and a water dispenser - Meeting rooms, a banquet hall and wedding services Room features All guest rooms at Timbavati Safari Lodge have comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room cot - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Free cot ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop-compatible safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:30 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1060 per vehicle (one-way) 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Timbavati Safari Lodge Lodge Timbavati Safari Lodge Hoedspruit Timbavati Safari Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Timbavati Safari Lodge have a pool? ### Is Timbavati Safari Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Timbavati Safari Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Timbavati Safari Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Timbavati Safari Lodge? ### Does Timbavati Safari Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Timbavati Safari Lodge Reviews 6.6 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) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 6.6 Staff & service ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Ron 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Over het geheel leuke accommodatie. Wat er wel zou moeten zijn is een airco op de kamer . Voor de prijs en de hitte in de zomer . De fan kan alleen maar gardven heel hard wat erg hard waait als je ligt te slapen . We vonden t zwembad in verhouding met de aantal huisje best klein . En deze kan wat love and care gebruiken . ##### Ron Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 10 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service #### Won't stay here again The manager on duty was in a hurry to go back to to watching his rugby match on arrival. On departure he seemed even more disinterested and could not be bothered to direct me to the restuarant for breakfast. At breakfast found weevils in the cereal. The only redeeming quality of the service at the place was the Bar-keep and the Chef who cooked dinner as well as the cleanliness of the room. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan 28 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### ood location. Basic but comfortable. Great location for the Kruger National Park. ##### Susan Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Benjamin 11 Aug 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness ##### Benjamin Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Falcon Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Settle-Hotels-Falcon-Manor-Hotel.h19277468.Hotel-Information) > > [Dakota Leeds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Dakota-Leeds.h16474507.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Great Yarmouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Great-Yarmouth-Hotels.d4647.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dinorben Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amlwch-Hotels-Dinorben-Arms-Hotel.h40101568.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Hampshire-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d603237-tLuxuryHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Viva Azteca by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Viva-Wyndham-Azteca-Resort-All-Inclusive.h569233.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tamworth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamworth-Hotels.d182669.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Entertainment in South Wales](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Wales-Hotels-Hotel-With-Entertainment.0-0-d6054274-thotelwithentertainment.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Quartier du Port](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quartier-Du-Port-Nice-Hotels.0-n553248635996998453-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Royalton Bavaro, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Royalton-Bavaro-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h19561825.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Pool in Trafford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Trafford-Hotels-With-Pool.0-0-d6053882-tHotelswithPool.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Vivosa Apulia Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ugento-Hotels-Vivosa-Apulia-Resort-All-Inclusive.h25054141.Hotel-Information) > > [Xemxija Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Pauls-Bay-Hotels-Porto-Azzurro-Aparthotel.h1717690.Hotel-Information) > > [Tollemache Arms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grantham-Hotels-Tollemache-Arms.h18108418.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sfo/tvl/san-francisco-to-lake-tahoe) > > [Flights from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NCL) to Madrid (MAD)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/mad/newcastle-to-madrid) ### Cars ### Packages > [Australia Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Australia.d10.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Lighthouse Theatre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lighthouse-Theatre-Kettering.d553248621532492946.Attraction) > > [Sagrada Familia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sagrada-Familia-Eixample.d6066943.Attraction) > > [Selfridges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Selfridges-London-City-Centre.d6160295.Attraction) ### Holiday Rentals ---