Location: Hoedspruit
Top Hotels in Hoedspruit
Top Restaurants in Hoedspruit
- 1. Cala la Pasta Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria
- 2. Sleepers Restaurant
- 3. The Hat & Creek - Hoedspruit
- 4. Upside Down Restaurant
- 5. Kalimambo Restaurant & Pub
- 6. Three Bridges Restaurant at The Outpost
- 7. Hoedspruit Diepsee Hengel Klub
- 8. Bush Pub
- 9. Khaya Ndlovu Manor House
- 10. 24 Degrees South - Cotton Club Cafe
The best available hotels & places to stay near Hoedspruit
Discover the best hotels in Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province including Thornhill Safari Lodge, Swadini, A Forever Resort, Khaya Ndlovu Manor House, umVangati House, Bushbaby River Lodge, Lindiwe Safari Lodge, Nyaleti Lodge, Phelwana Game Lodge, aha Makalali Private Game Reserve, Pezulu Tree House Game Lodge.
Restaurants in Hoedspruit
1. Thornhill Safari Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 547 reviews
Thornhill Safari Lodge offers an affordable getaway with comfortable rooms and excellent facilities in 13 authentic thatch-roof chalets. Located within the Greater Kruger Park ecosystem - South Africa, a mere 40km from Kruger Park's Orpen gate.We cater for group bookings, individual guests on self drives, fly in safari's and honeymoon couples. Come and enjoy a "Kruger to Canyon" experience which is "More than just a Safari".
Wonderful!
Reviewed By W6087VOlindahThe manager and the staff were so friendly and helpful, they do their job with love and dedication and thad with a smile all day long. The service was great, the food was very tasty, the rooms were very clean. All our trips are wonderful memories, especially the trips with Goodman. His knowledge of nature, animals, culture, his helpfulness and jokes, what a great man with a big heart. We stayed in the logde for 12 nights and were never bored. Congratulations and thanks to all the staff. We had a fantastic time. We wish we could already book a new stay there.
2. Swadini, A Forever Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 474 reviews
Swadini is landlocked by the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve and nestled amongst the Drakensberg peaks, on the banks of the Blyde River. Enjoy exclusive Boat Trips on the Blyde Dam, spot Hippo and Crocodile, and visit the "Tufa" Waterfall. You will also enjoy visiting Bourke's Luck Potholes, The Pinnacle, Mac-Mac Falls and God's Window. Spend your days relaxing in your Luxury dwelling or indulge your wild side with a variety of Adventure Activities. There are excellent Hiking Trails in the area as well as the Facilities at the Resort itself. The Resort is situated 35 kilometres from Hoedspruit and only 75 kilometres from the Orpen Gate of the Kruger National Park.
Mpumalanga is the best place to be, a home away from home.
Reviewed By Meander816269I was visiting the place for the second time with my colleagues. It is a very nice place especially if you're nature conservative, tranquility and all the good huge mountains with dew in the mid-morning makes it more lovely and welcoming ?
3. Khaya Ndlovu Manor House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 476 reviews
Scanning the majestic Northern Drakensberg mountain range, the Khaya Ndlovu Manor House wooden decked terrace offers a sweeping panoramic view, which will leave you breathless! Khaya Ndlovu is situated in the northern corner of the big game Rietspruit Game Reserve, a stone's throw from the Kruger National Park. Khaya Ndlovu Manor House - more than just a "game lodge experience". Whilst the sun sets on a dreamy day, sip on a sundowner chosen from our well stocked bar, before enjoying the four course dinner offered every night. As South Africa is home to a host of different cultures, our trained chefs provide a tempting sampler of the rich assortment of culinary traditions. Special requirements are catered for. Retreat to an intimate haven of relaxation and indulge in one of the many treatments offered by our mini spa. Listen to the sounds of the African bush whilst our trained therapist spoils you rotten! We also offer a host of activities for non-residents and overnight guests such as BIG 3 game drives, trips into Kruger in open or closed vehicles, explore the Panorama Route and Blyde Canyon and much more! This is your perfect luxurious base to explore the Greater Kruger area and all the treasures to be discovered!
Beautiful location, good food, flawed room concept, terrible service
Reviewed By stilltldrWe stayed at Khaya Ndlovu Manor House for 2 nights with two children and four adults. Since the accommodation reviewed here falls into the four-star category, my rating is based on this and in comparison to other accommodations in the same category. The location of Khaya Ndlovu Manor House is in the middle of a private reserve, wherein some animals live. Formerly a hunting area, the current owner has tried to merge the area with other also private areas and is, according to self-disclosure, still trying to give back the needed freedom of movement to nature. One must know that the animals, which can be seen from the terrace, are not free in the same sense, as for example the animals in the Kruger NP. Therefore, the employees speak of "our animals". The accommodation itself is nicely equipped, the location is impressive and the view from the terrace is without a doubt simply beautiful. At the man-made waterhole herds of zebras, impalas, warthogs and also giraffes gather throughout the day. Even a leopard is said to have been spotted there occasionally and we ourselves were able to observe a pride of lions with four animals. For this reason, we exchanged one day of our program for a day on the terrace. The kitchen has a nice selection of dishes for dinner and breakfast that are carefully prepared with balanced flavors and proper craftsmanship. However, the reason for the tendentially poor rating is the service. At this point I would like to emphasize that in the criticism expressed here, I do not wish to attack the individual service staff but rather see the cause in my experience as a failure of the management of the Khaya Ndlovu. Upon arrival, I had the feeling that the employee assigned to greet us was almost obsessively trying to talk us into additional tours. This is economically understandable from the point of view of the accommodation, but that even after repeated reference to a program already prepared by ourselves is "offered", you can book the same program in the accommodation, seems almost ignorant. In my opinion, the employee was too young and inexperienced to master the necessary sensitivity with guests and should receive better training from the management instead of - so my impression - a sales job. I already had the feeling since this first impression that all offers made to me by the staff during my stay were made with only the economic ulterior motive in mind, because I already lost my trust upon arrival, so that I only felt uncomfortable in the presence of the staff. One idea might be to discreetly display the tour offers in the rooms. By the way, the prices with the equivalent of about 40€ per person for a game drive are, from my own experience, exaggerated and not usual in the market. If I take into account that these drives may also only be undertaken in the small reserve, this comes uncomfortably close to a guided tour through a zoo. However, this is just speculation on my part. These experiences ran through our entire stay and all experiences are, in my view, the result of poor management. Here are more examples. - The rooms were cleaned daily, but the trash was not emptied - At the bar I ordered a coffee, whereupon the service employee somewhat helplessly put a pot of coffee on the counter for me, but neither a cup nor milk, etc. - he had obviously not received sufficient training - water was always delivered without ice cubes, although explicitly requested - instead of two eggs for breakfast (because the avocado had run out) only one was delivered - the cup for the butter was forgotten to be filled - breakfast was supposed to start at 7 a.m., but it never did, because the tables were not set until 7:15 a.m. - it was not possible to leave the breakfast area before 9 o'clock because everything took so long - in the morning only one service person was present in the dining area (tasks not manageable even for a well-trained service person alone) - the suitcases were supposed to be carried to the car by the housekeeping staff upon departure, instead of by the male staff. About the room concept: it is of no use to have a kitchen with a microwave in the room, but apart from two glasses and two cups, no cutlery or crockery at all. The kitchen cupboards are empty. In the bathroom, I missed a place to hang my wet towels outside the shower stall because I might not want to go back over the wet area to hang my towel after showering. Here, too, the assumption is obvious to me: if the management would question the concept itself once or perhaps test it out themselves, such flaws would be noticed. We were also in other accommodations of the category "four stars" on our trip and in comparison I must state that the poor service experienced here pulled the entire experience into the unsatisfactory range. In summary, I would like to suggest to the management: please train your employees better. You know best about the challenges of the job market in South Africa and you can take care to give your employees a good education. This requires effort, but it is worth it - as we have experienced in some other accommodations. For an accommodation of this category, in my view you have some catching up to do in order to keep up with others, and perhaps you are coming to the realization that the best way to do this is to invest in your staff. You have a wonderful location, your kitchen does a good job and you have a lot of potential, but at least to me you unfortunately gave a very bad experience.
4. umVangati House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 372 reviews
Tucked away in the heart of the Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa's most glorious scenic destinations, umVangati House is sure to restore your sense of peace from the moment you check in. Nature is showing off her beauty here and silence is abundant. Understated elegance greets visitors to umVangati House, where a warm friendly welcome sets the ambiance. This intimate owner-run retreat offers friendly service, privacy and exclusivity. Whether it's for a special occasion like a honeymoon or anniversary, or if only to escape for a weekend, umVangati House immediately cuts you off from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This is the ideal haven for those seeking to slow down, de-stress and repose. Wake up each day to take in the iconic views of the Mountain, before taking your pick form a host of things to see, do and experience. Or simply escape to feel the soft breeze on your face, soak up the Mountain air and unwind at umVangati House. Wooden walkways lead to the three separate and spacious air-conditioned Mountain View Suites, positioned for privacy and dramatic Mountain views. At dusk, a sun downer can be enjoyed on your private deck while being entranced by the ever changing colors of the sky and mood of the Magnificent Mountain as the sun slips into the time slot of tomorrow. Two Luxury Guest rooms are situated next to each other at the main house with private entrances, air-conditioning and views of the lush bush. The rooms and suites have been designed to embody the mountain and the decor echoes the simple tranquility only nature can offer. A scrumptious breakfast is served at the Main house on the patio where you can feast on both the food and the breathtaking view. UmVangati House's impressive walk-in domed wine cellar, is available for romantic private dinners on request. When time comes for you to leave umVangati House you will feel a special connection with nature, rested and invigorated, ready to take on life again in this busy world of ours.
Heaven on Earth
Reviewed By Katie HMy husband and I stayed here as part of a very delayed honeymoon. Our stay was delayed more times than I can count but I knew it would be worth the wait...In April we finally made it to Umvangati House for 3 nights and it honestly took all our might to force ourselves to leave at the end! It was just out of the world. Lidia and Giel were so kind and welcoming to us, offering lots of suggestions of great hikes in the area and things to do. The food was absolutely outstanding and the service, attentive and homely. The house is absolutely beautiful and the views were really breathtaking - better than the pictures! We loved Kira the caracal and Trix the dog, they provided constant amusement for us. The sightings of wildlife from the room and lodge at the waterhole was a nice surprise - we saw so much! Buffalo, kudu, baboons, zebras... The wine cellar is an even better surprise - especially for us who love our wine - it blew us away with a special evening spent dining in the cellar with amazing food.. So much to say about this place... Not many people know about it, but once you go you don't forget.. We will be back!!
5. Bushbaby River Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 185 reviews
Bushbaby River Lodge is a 4* boutique lodge in the exclusive and most picturesque part of the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and awarded best 4* B&B of the province Limpopo 2017 by TGCSA, the official tourism board of South Africa. Overlooking the dry riverbed and surrounded by big trees, the five luxury chalets are set privately in a large garden, where the wildlife literally comes up to your doorstep. From zebra, to nyala, waterbuck, bushbabies, porcupine, civet and even the elusive leopard: all are regularly spotted on the lodge. You can count on all luxury and comfort in the tastefully designed chalets. Close to world renowned attractions like the Kruger Park and Blyde River Canyon, Bushbaby River Lodge is a comfortable, safe and private base for your adventures. Your stay is on a bed & breakfast basis.
Perfect Getaway
Reviewed By ramadimetjarosie1983Excellent Service. Kim and Devin are so kind. The staff very friendly and helpful. Not crowded. The rooms are very neat and well maintained. Breakfast in the morning was delicious with a variety to choose from
6. Lindiwe Safari Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 101 reviews
Lindiwe Safari Lodge is a Guest House run by a French Family. Dedicated to couples and families he is nestled in the heart of the big South African Reserves. A wide range of activities is available: riding an electrical scooter - hiking - kayaking - fishing - horse riding - golf and SAFARIS! Our restaurant, ranked among the best in the region is a fusion of French & African cuisine. Every menu will be a (good !) surprise. Our Massage Room the "Sweet & Wild Spa" is open to all our guests. The perfect Site and perfect Lodge for those who want to live a real African adventure!
The hospitality at its best
Reviewed By kia76Lindiwe is a modern and stylish lodge located within a private wild estate adjacent to the Kruger National Park. The location is stunning: the lodge is in the bush and we were able to see plenty of animals when we walked around. Our room was so charming! A small cottage built with the traditional wood and straw roof and very nicely decorated with a romantic and typical canopy bed. But what makes this lodge so special is the hospitality: Patrick and Nathalie are wonderful hosts! We felt home since we stepped inside their lodge for the first time and we’ve spent an unforgettable vacation. They were helping us in organizing all the tours and activities and provided us many precious suggestions. The game drive they organized for us was one of the best of our entire vacation with the ranger (Keegan) that was very knowledgeable and friendly, providing us a lot of information about the local wildlife. We also enjoyed exploring the sorrounding area with the electrical scooters that are available at the lodge for the guests. We spotted zebras, impalas, giraffes, kudus and warthogs all within the wildlife estate area: it was exciting! The food - prepared by a local chef - was so delicious and fresh. We tried every day a different recipe and we were spoiled with tasty South African cuisine and wine. The staff was also very nice and always welcoming us with big smiles. I just want to say a big THANK YOU to Patrick, Nathalie and their staff for their incredible hospitality and for making our vacation unforgettable. We will be missing Lindiwe!
7. Nyaleti Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 179 reviews
Nyaleti Lodge & Villa offer luxurious bed and breakfast accommodations surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens, situated on the sought-after greenbelt in the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. Nyaleti Lodge (312) has 3 en-suite guest rooms with private patios. They are detached from the owner’s house and share a boma (outdoor fire area), lounge and pool area. Nyaleti Villa (310) is a separate house with a gorgeous honeymoon suite and two additional en-suite rooms sharing the common areas of the house which include a pool, upstairs TV room and viewing deck, boma and braai (bbq) area. You can spend your day relaxing by the pool listening to the sounds of Africa, looking for the Big 5 in Kruger National Park or experience the many outdoor activities the Blyde River Canyon has to offer. Your evenings can be spent sitting by the fire enjoying a cocktail or watching the sunset from our viewing platform.
Beautiful!
Reviewed By samkoschiThe Nyaleti Lodge was our last stay on a great roadtrip in South Africa. The owners welcomed us and we felt like home right from the start, we had a room in the back of the area and we loved it. It had so much space and we had our privacy. The Lodge is in the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, which is a fenced community with a lot of game (not dangerous) running around. You have to enter a gate which is with security 24/7. We had the chance to walk around the estate freely and came across a lot of animals like waterbucks, warthogs, monkeys (which we did not see, but hear) and mongoose just in front of our room. The owners builded a look-out on the grounds which was nice to go up and enjoy the view. The owners where very helpful with booking activities for us. In the late afternoons we enjoyed the pool with a Savanna and a cold Windhoek Lager. The breakfast was just amazing. I had the best french toast ever. Such a great place! Highly recommended!!!!
8. Phelwana Game Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 346 reviews
Recently voted as the Best 4 Star Game Lodge in South Africa, Phelwana is perfectly situated in the Hoedspruit area, Limpopo Province of South Africa. We are located a mere 40 Km from the World Renowned Kruger National Park’s Orpen Gate, Phelwana is the perfect destination for guests wanting to relax in the South African Bushveld. A 46 Sleeper Luxury Game Lodge, that offers guests a variety of accommodation options. Enjoy a ‘’glamping experience’’ in one of our 6 perfectly appointed luxury tents located on the Phelwana Dam each with unique views and features. For Families or Couples, our bush villas offer privacy and space. All of our units have private swimming pools for guest's leisurely enjoyment. For the more adventurous traveler, upgrade your accommodation for a once in a lifetime experience and spend a night on the Phelwana Sky Deck, perched, overlooking the Phelwana Dam. Listen to the hippos frolicking & a symphony of bushveld noises with the stars as your evening’s entertainment. Enjoy a variety of activities such as bird watching, game drives and bushwalks in this leisurely environment or arrange day trips to the surrounding area to see what South Africa has to offer.
Best recoup in the Bush
Reviewed By orders836We were recently blessed to stay at the wonderful Phelwana Game Lodge. We had the most wonderful, relaxing, rejuvenating 3 day break in the bush. Bliss. The wildlife, the staff, the setting, the hospitality, the beautiful rooms and plunge pools, the delicious food. All amazing! We will be back
9. aha Makalali Private Game Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 595 reviews
Makalali Private Game Lodge is a 4 star graded luxury safari lodge situated on a 26000 hectre private game reserve in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. The lodge consists of 3 camps with 6 rooms per camp. Nestled on the banks of a river one can often view animals in and around the camps. Makalali Private Game Lodge offers game drive twice a day to guests which is included in the rate of accommodation. The reserve is home to the big 5 as well as cheetah and wild dog and a number of other plains game and mammals. Over 250 species of birds have been recorded on the property.
Stunning wedding venue
Reviewed By bronwynharriesjonesWe were invited to a wedding here. The venue was spectacular and everything was beautifully done. What a special place. The staff were incredibly accommodating and friendly. The setting was magical and loved the outside shower in our room
10. Pezulu Tree House Game Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 437 reviews
Unique Tree House Lodge close to Kruger National Park in South Africa. Pezulu is one of a kind lodge. It offers accommodation in 8 unique tree houses. All supplied with electricity and WC/Bath or open air shower. From your balcony view herds of animals running below. Daily big 5 safaris conducted in our open 4x4 vehicles. Open air dinner under the stars around the fireplace. Perfect for honeymooners as well. Real adventurous African feeling guaranteed.
What a beautiful place
Reviewed By benjaminbloethWe really enjoyed our stay at Pezulu. The people, the atmosphere and everything around was absolutely fantastic. We had very good food and a nice and comfortable lodge to enjoy our time. And we got lots of information about things to do in and around this great are.
