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A modern villa with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a triangular roof and multiple light fixtures.

A circular outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

1. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

10.6 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Noirin

￥28,272

￥32,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

A traditional thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

An attic room with a thatched roof, wooden beams, a television, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chessboard.

A wooden deck with a thatched roof overlooking a river and trees.

2. Nyati Safari Lodge

9.8 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Rebecca

￥118,225

￥135,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a green roof.

A living room with a wooden table, a television, wicker lamps, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A wooden dining table set with candles, glasses, and cutlery, with a kitchen and living area in the background.

An outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, tables set for two, and ambient lighting.

3. Rukiya Safari Camp

10.1 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

ANA L

￥34,530

￥46,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a glass table, and a view of trees through large windows.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and shelves with various decorative items.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a hanging chair, and a small pool with a blue light.

A modern house with a thatched roof, a covered outdoor seating area, and a gravel pathway.

4. Ukuthula Bush Lodge

11.2 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Jeremie

￥25,709

￥29,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A thatched-roof dining area with wooden furniture and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, stone pillars, and a table with chairs.

A kitchen with a gas stove, a red kettle, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

5. Call of the Wild Lodge

10.3 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Rebecca

￥21,462

￥32,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A swimming pool with a lantern in the foreground, surrounded by lounge chairs and a building with a thatched roof in the background.

A mountainous landscape with a pool area, stone walls, and sparse vegetation.

A man sitting on a wooden bench outdoors, wearing a hat and shorts.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, woven ceiling beams, and a large window with a view. There are wicker chairs and a dining table with a bowl of fruit.

6. MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

17.4 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Duncan

￥93,134

￥108,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A wooden deck with a pool, a thatched-roof pavilion, and lush greenery.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a canopy, and a view of a lush garden through large windows.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a bar area with wicker furniture and a fireplace.

A modern house with a wooden roof, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

7. Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor

9.5 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Isabelle

￥52,842

￥60,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A starry night sky over a wooden deck with a bed and lanterns, surrounded by trees.

A rustic wooden building with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel path leading to it.

A person holding a drink near a swimming pool.

An aerial view of a remote, tree-covered area with three dome-shaped structures, likely accommodations, connected by dirt paths.

8. Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

4.2 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Sona

￥97,669

￥120,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with a covered outdoor area.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and decorative glass vases.

An outdoor deck with a wooden table, chairs, and umbrellas.

A bar area with wicker chairs, a wooden counter, and shelves with various items.

9. Safari Moon Luxury Bush Lodge

11.1 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

"We had a one night stay at Safari Moon and we are so glad we did! This is such a warm, lovely boutique lodge with the kindest staff and clean beautiful rooms. We had a couples massage and it was fantastic! As a type 1 Diabetic, they absolutely tweaked the menu to accommodate my needs and it was terrific! This is a very special place and if we ever find ourselves any where near Hoedspruit, do not hesitate to stay at Safari Moon...you won't regret it!"

Nancy

￥49,945

￥58,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small pool, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a small table with towels.

A glass door leading to a concrete patio area with a wooden fence and a hanging showerhead.

10. Leadwood Tree Safari Lodge

12.1 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Rebecca

￥11,901

￥13,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a stone wall, a wooden railing, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A corridor with wooden beams and a wooden railing, leading to a building with a sloped roof.

A modern outdoor pool area with wooden decking, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.

11. Khiwane Boutique Hotel

11.3 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Sven

￥30,715

￥30,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

12. Aerotel Hoedspruit

11.6 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

￥23,496

￥27,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and ambient lighting.

An aerial view of a residential area with a house featuring multiple roofs, a swimming pool, and surrounding greenery.

A natural setting with a building labeled "BUSHBABY RIVER LODGE," featuring outdoor seating and a dirt path.

A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a lantern.

13. Bushbaby River Lodge

12.3 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Petrus

￥29,498

￥34,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A wooden deck with two hot tubs, a covered seating area, and a view of a forested landscape.

A wooden-framed bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

A wooden deck with two hot tubs, a wooden fence, and a view of a forested landscape.

An outdoor deck with a wooden table and chairs, a hot tub, and a covered seating area with cushions.

14. Bushveld Bivouac Private Camp

16.8 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Fred

￥32,107

￥37,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A bottle of wine, two empty wine glasses, and a small plant on a wooden table outdoors.

A wooden deck with a hanging chair, a pool, and lounge chairs.

A modern outdoor shower with a bamboo roof, a wall-mounted umbrella, and a wooden fence in the background.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, wicker chairs, a sofa, and a television.

15. Rafiki Bush Lodge

12.6 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

Quinton

￥30,867

￥35,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and trees in the background.

An aerial view of a property with a large, irregularly shaped building, a swimming pool, and surrounding vegetation.

An outdoor dining setup with a table set for two, overlooking a river.

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a dark wooden headboard, and two framed artworks above.

16. Tulani Boutique Lodge

18.7 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

￥37,189

￥43,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A dining table set with wine glasses, a woven placemat, and a bowl, with a view of an outdoor area and a thatched-roof structure.

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling and thatched roof, featuring green patterned sofas, a wooden bench, and a fireplace.

A circular stone fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs, with a thatched-roof building in the background.

A room with a bed, a wooden table, a lamp, a wall clock, and a window.

17. ETNIKA MANOR HOUSE

10.2 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

￥18,066

￥18,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and gravel.

A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a thatched roof ceiling.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and benches, a kitchen in the background, and a thatched roof ceiling.

18. Balule Bushveld Safari Lodge

19.3 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

￥52,561

￥60,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A covered outdoor seating area with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a chessboard.

A modern bathroom with a stone wall, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a desk with a chair, a hanging light fixture, and a view of greenery outside.

A rectangular pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and trees.

19. Taj Bush Lodge

7.9 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

￥146,882

￥181,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious living area with a stone wall, modern furniture, and large windows.

A spacious living area with stone walls, leather sofas, and a large glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A modern house with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and wicker furniture.

20. Kimbilia Luxury Villa

10.4 km from Balule Private Nature Reserve

￥437,116

￥444,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Top Balule Private Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

8/10 Good

"Very nicely appointed rooms and a big walk in shower, separate from the tub. The main lobby was beautiful, restaurant is very nice. They also offer room service. There is also a nice spa on campus, but we did not have time to investigate. Breakfast was included, the hotel offers a lovely buffet. Also noticed after the fact, that I did not receive the 20% off a restaurant order offered through Expedia for Key members. I would stay here again."

Naledi Game Lodges

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay at Naledi. Great game drives from Vuyani and Ridwell. Staff all lovely, accommodation great and food very good. Highly recommended."

Call of the Wild Lodge

8/10 Good

"Located in the reserve, didn’t see much animals but wonderful to take a walk or run. Host Sue is a stunning lady, super helpful, great South African food. Peace and serenity"

Nyati Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful!!!"

Tshukudu Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Simply wonderful! Game drives were excellent and well worth the early start, although if visiting in winter be sure to bring your cold weather gear. Accommodation excellent. Food great too (could be a bit warmer, though). Friendly staff and a very welcoming vibe."

Nyala Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing stay - a beautiful setting, amazing staff than go above and beyond, fantastic rooms, and unbelievable safari drives with knowledge and super friendly guides. 10/10 experience, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone!"

Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"The room was beautiful and we had the best of times with the game drives and evry event they organised for us. The staff is really good and made us feel the most comfortable. "

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with stunning rooms and real sense of luxury. The pool and grounds are so tranquil and calm and everything is immaculate The staff are attentive and professional and the setting is beautiful with giraffe and zebra roaming around - so lovely. The restaurant is gorgeous. The only tiny bit of feedback is that the restaurant staff got things a bit confused for us and forgot some of the food and got the courses mixed up so the children got their main courses while the adults were served the starter so then had to wait ages for their pudding while we had the rest of the meal, and the side orders of vegetables never materialised but overall we had a wonderful stay "

Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park

10/10 Excellent

"Favorite game lodge in SA. Loved being by the river!"

Other attractions near Balule Private Nature Reserve

Kolgans Dam

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kolgans Dam during your travels in Hoedspruit. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Zebra Dam

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Zebra Dam during your travels in Hoedspruit. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Drakensig Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Hoedspruit at Drakensig Golf Course. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Jessica the Hippo

9.4/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Jessica the Hippo during your stay in Hoedspruit. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront, or seek out the safari tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Balule Private Nature Reserve?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Balule Private Nature Reserve, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travelers like the surrounding area for its wildlife and riverfront. You'll find 18 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Balule Private Nature Reserve?

Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. It's located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Balule Private Nature Reserve. Other good options within a few miles include Tshukudu Game Lodge and Naledi Game Lodges.

How many hotels are there near Balule Private Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Balule Private Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Balule Private Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Balule Private Nature Reserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Balule Private Nature Reserve?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Balule Private Nature Reserve, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Balule Private Nature Reserve?

At Kolgans Dam, Zebra Dam, and Tshukudu Game Reserve, take some time to really appreciate nature. You might plan a visit to Vienna Game Farm or Umhlametsi Game Reserve while you're in the area. You might also stop by Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Balule Private Nature Reserve, or Jessica the Hippo which is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) away.

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Our top choices for Balule Private Nature Reserve hotels

1. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

2. Nyati Safari Lodge

3. Rukiya Safari Camp

4. Ukuthula Bush Lodge

5. Call of the Wild Lodge

6. MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

7. Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor

8. Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

9. Safari Moon Luxury Bush Lodge

10. Leadwood Tree Safari Lodge

11. Khiwane Boutique Hotel

12. Aerotel Hoedspruit

13. Bushbaby River Lodge

14. Bushveld Bivouac Private Camp

15. Rafiki Bush Lodge

16. Tulani Boutique Lodge

17. ETNIKA MANOR HOUSE

18. Balule Bushveld Safari Lodge

19. Taj Bush Lodge

20. Kimbilia Luxury Villa

Top Balule Private Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

Naledi Game Lodges

Call of the Wild Lodge

Nyati Safari Lodge

Tshukudu Game Lodge

Nyala Safari Lodge

Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park

Other attractions near Balule Private Nature Reserve

Kolgans Dam

Zebra Dam

Drakensig Golf Course

Jessica the Hippo

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