Sabie River Bush Lodge

Property class: 3

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A terrace, mini golf, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Sabie River Bush Lodge. The on-site African cuisine restaurant, Gecko Lapa, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. A library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is ￥16,578
￥19,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a couch, a wall-mounted light, and a framed picture.

Luxury Room, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mosquito net, a red curtain, a wooden chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk, and a chair.

Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A tent-style bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, lamps, and a mosquito net above the bed.

Luxury Tent, Shared Bathroom, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a mirror, and a door.

Standard Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A thatched-roof structure with a wooden porch and a grill in front.

Luxury Tent, Shared Bathroom, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A tented outdoor area with a wooden deck, a table, and chairs.

Luxury Tent, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A tent with a glass table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden deck and greenery.

Luxury Tent, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A covered outdoor area with a thatched roof, a barbecue grill, and a small building with a pink door.

Luxury Tent, Shared Bathroom, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, white bedding, a green throw, a canopy, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with a painting.

Standard Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a mosquito net.

Luxury Room, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A lodge with a green roof, a pond, and a well-maintained lawn with trimmed bushes.

Luxury Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A riverside view with a gazebo, a small tree, and a lizard illustration.

Luxury Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk, and a chair.

Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Khokhamoya, Sabie River Bush Lodge is in the historical district and on the riverwalk. Paul Kruger Statue and Paul Kruger Gate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Skukuza Golf Course and AM Spa Kruger. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Khokhamoya travel guide
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1242, Mpumalanga, Bushbuckridge, R536 Kruger Gate Road, Southern Kruger National Park

What's nearby

  • A wooden signpost with 'KRUGER GATE' written on it, surrounded by trees and rocks.
    Paul Kruger Gate
    30 min drive - 22.7 km
  • A garden pathway leading to a pergola covered in ivy, with a sign reading "Elephant Whigs."
    Elephant Whispers
    48 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Phabeni Gate
    30 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Paul Kruger Statue
    30 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary
    59 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • Inkosi Tours Bush Braai
    22 min drive
  • KFC
    9 min drive
  • Galito’s
    11 min drive
  • Edlorna Restaurant
    13 min drive

About this property

Sabie River Bush Lodge

  • Lodge by the river
  • Take advantage of a terrace, mini golf, and a garden at Sabie River Bush Lodge. The on-site African cuisine restaurant, Gecko Lapa, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. A library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar are available to all guests.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • A nature reserve, a front-desk safe, and wedding services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Sabie River Bush Lodge boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 70 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gecko Lapa

Things to do

  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 15 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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 6:30 AM - 8 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 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 70 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 705 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 680.00 (one-way), (from 2 to 12 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does Sabie River Bush Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sabie River Bush Lodge?

As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sabie River Bush Lodge on Sep 20, 2026 start from ￥16,578, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sabie River Bush Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sabie River Bush Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sabie River Bush Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Sabie River Bush Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–4:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 705 per person applies.

Where is Sabie River Bush Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Phabeni Gate, Paul Kruger Statue, and Paul Kruger Gate. Hazyview Juction Mall and Perry's Bridge Reptile Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Sabie River Bush Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 204 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This was a great place to stay near Kruger. Staff were exceptionally helpful, food was great and the location unbeatable. We had hippos playing in the river in front of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was amazing and very helpful. The location is wonderful about ten minutes the Kruger gate and ten minutes to shopping mall in hazyview. The food was excellent and the room was clean and well maintained. Our only issue was with the pool area. The deck is in need of repair and the pool had algae on the top so we didn't use it. Other travelers were also very friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location location location

We enjoyed a very comfortable stay. All the hotel staff could not do enough for you, the room was lovely, and the food was well prepared and tasty. The location is what sells it for us, right on the banks of the Sabie River and 20 minutes drive from Paul Kruger Gate and entry into the wonderful Kruger Park. We would happily stay here again.
Night view from the bar at the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Service is second to none WOW !

The service here was unbelievable… WOW ! Such a wonderful stay !!! Should have stayed here longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay for Kruger!

Great place just outside Kruger at a reasonable price! No complaints at all, was exactly what we expected as a base to go into Kruger. Friendly staff and a plesant environment!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Special clean place with ability to view wildlife . Great hard working staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful views

This is a magnificently situated lodge, with wonderful views over the Sabie River to the Kruger. We had elephant, hippos and otters entertaining us. The staff are wonderful, and the rooms are clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

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Wonderful staff of this river lodge bordering Kruger National Park. Large spacious room. Great sunrise and day safaris from their own staff. Sunset safari is run by the National Park so needs transport to Kruger Gate if you don’t have your own vehicle. Couple of things could be improved. Firstly, the wi-fi could be faster. Secondly, windows should be kept closed to prevent mosquitoes from entering rooms since it’s a malaria area. Overall, a lovely stay to see Kruger National Park and its animals. An elephant was along the river the first afternoon while a hippo was along the river on my morning departure. You’re also see animals while arriving and leaving SZK airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely riverfront setting with hippos.

We had a great stay. The property looks over the Sabie River and has a family of resident hippos to entertain you. The staff were friendly and Lucas in particular went above and beyond when my hire car had a puncture in a tyre and he went with me, after his shift finished,to the tyre repair place and helped me to get it fixed. I thoroughly recommend the lodge for providing the ambience and great setting of the really expensive luxury lodges but at a fraction of the price.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay so much. Lodge where so easy to be and we felt our self very safe also. Everywhere where very clean and a hole place where decorated very cosy. Staff where so friendly and always ready to help. Breakfast where very excelent and dinner also. Remember to have vines, they where so good. We had lucky to see 9 elephant in a backyard and 2 hippos. Also location where perfekt about 20 km from Paul Kruger gate. Best regards Minna and Heikki from Finland
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Really good and perfect for us!We needed to be close to an airport and Kruger Park for safari, so that we could fly in, go safari, fly out without long drives as our time was restricted. So this was perfect. It is only ~30 mins from Skukuza airport and also 30min drive to Paul Kruger Gate, entrance to Kruger Park. It is a 3star accommodation but it is super-nice.We stayed in the Luxury Cabin overlooking the Sabie River. It has 2 bedrooms,sitting room,really nicely tiled bathroom, and a fantastic porch to sit and watch the wildlife on the river-a family of hippos was daily viewing and a crocodile sunning on the river bank. There is also a decked area for all guests with small swimming pool, overlooking the river. Again perfect for watching wildlife on the river while enjoying a cold drink! Lovely grounds and gardens meticulously cared for. Very friendly, helpful staff. The bar is nice with satelite TV to show sports- eg Premier league and European football.We were halfboard, breakfast very good (full English, omelette) and dinner also very good and varied each night.They arrange safari for an extra cost (amount very reasonable compared to other places). And the safari guides were great, really knowledgeable and keen to maximise our experience. We saw all the big 5 on the first day-even leopard which is difficult at the best of times. And Skukuza Airport is actually in Kruger Park.So safari starts from pick up at airport as you go to Sabie River Lodge! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This was one of our favorite hotels we’ve ever stayed at. It is so beautiful, the staff are so kind and their team mascot is an amazing little Jasper. We definitely plan to return. Can’t wait
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great family stay at Sabie River Bush Lodge in one of the log cabins that had lots of room for a family of 4. The staff here go over and beyond to ensure that your stay is memorable. The breakfast and dinner were included in our rate and the food was so delicious! Kudos to the cook! The grounds are well maintained and the view overlooking Sabie River and Kruger Park was so peaceful and serene. One of their guides Caska took us on an unforgettable sunrise safari at Kruger Park. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff and ammenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An enjoyable stay with super friendly staff

The highlights of our stay here were the incredibly friendly staff and the generous food options. The service was akin to 5 star hotels - attentive, thoughtful and friendly. The food was plentiful and it was nice to have choices for dinner and breakfast. The room was suitable for our needs for a few nights and very clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect price place, staff

Perfect staff, place. I real,dream come.true Much better then photos show.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The proximity to the Kruger national park.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Love it so much
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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4/10 Poor

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I found the management advertising decietful..the say book now and pay later then when you book they engage a company called "paybridge"to deduct 50%of the booking.from credit card without any reference to the sabie R/L.also the food is substandard and menu without prices..the tent that we stayed in had no clothes hanging facilities..this review will be posted to other websites..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I couldn’t fault this place! The staff were fantastic, the food was awesome. I’d suggest using this place for a few nights then get accommodation in Kruger. Albeit this place was so close it was a good stepping stone to move around and explore if you have your own car.. no uber in this area shop across the road if you need extra’s Highly recommend Michael
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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O hotel é incrível! A vista do restaurante e piscina para o Kruger vale por toda a experiência. A equipe é incrível, super atenciosos e gentis, desde a recepção até os guias do Safari. Destaco Kabelo, um dos garçons, que sempre nos recebia com sorrisos e simpatia. Fechamos os safáris com o próprio hotel e foi a melhor opção possível! A comida também é bem gostosa. Não temos nada a reclamar.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fomos muito recebidos, chegamos tarde no hotel, estavam jos esperando e prepararam um jantar. Aconchegante o local, vista oara o rio e as vezes é possibel avistar animais. Faço uma observação, ficamos 3 dias sem insternet, nos quartos nao twm tv. Foi bem desagradavel, ppis apesa da reclamação nao foi resolvido.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Sehr gute Lodge für einen Besuch des Kruger Parks via Kruger Gate. Die Zimmer haben eine gute Grösse sind sauber und alles was man braucht. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und das Esseh ist sehr gut
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La localisation parfaite pour faire des safaris. Notre guide France a été exemplaire pour nous faire profiter de sa grande expérience et a été très prévenant. Le Lodge est situé près de la rivière où séjournent des hippopotames que l on peut voir tous les jours. Les chambres sont propres et la cuisine très bonne. Séjour en mai 2025.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025