Bushbaby River Lodge

–Great location - show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Set in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Bushbaby River Lodge features a garden and year-round outdoor pool. The Orpen Gate of Kruger National Park is 73 km away. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. All rooms are set in the large garden and have a private patio offering views of the garden and dry riverbed. The air-conditioned rooms features a minibar, safe and Nespresso® machine. Tea-and-coffee-making facilities, bathrobes, towels and free toiletries are provided. The private bathroom consists of a bath and outdoor shower. Bushbaby River Lodge offers a complimentary breakfast. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar and sit at the deck overlooking the riverbed. Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for cycling. Horse riding is available on the estate and Drakensig Golf Club is 12 km from the property. Bushbaby River Lodge offers safaris to the neighbouring reserves and free private parking available on site. Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport is 18.5 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Lloyd
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The rooms are clean and very fitting for the wildlife estate I had Rhino Room. Comfy beds and very good facilities. Staff extremely helpful. The manager in particular deserves commendation, went above and beyond at every step. The owners are on...”
Tabudi
South Africa South Africa
“For My liking, I found everything exciting and excellent”
Vallery
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was delicious and prepared considering our diet restrictions. Their breakfast specials was mouth watering and yummy. Both cold and hot foods were offered to us and were thoroughly prepared. We enjoyed our breakfast.”
Nkosinathi
South Africa South Africa
“Amazing place with an incredible staff, Hospitality and friendliness is the best thus far.”
Modjadji
South Africa South Africa
“The service from the staff was awesome, very friendly and helpful. The food was nice and they prepared a braai for us.”
Botha
South Africa South Africa
“everything was nice...it is a verry quiet peacefull place with lots of fresh air and sounds of birds and animals”
Pheladi
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was amazing, very helpful and proactive. We needed to celebrate our anniversary and they jumped in to make it special. The lodge was nice private and quiet (a proper Glam Bush Break) .”
Taetso
South Africa South Africa
“It’s very clean and the guy Aw the reception was very sweet..he name is Donald ❤️🙏 thank u so much for the hospitality Donald”
Ingrid
South Africa South Africa
“They absolutely spoiled us for our anniversary. The staff is friendly and the owner really cares about her guests. I like that they recommended activities we can do. We loved the room, and the bed was super comfy. Absolutely loved the bike riding...”
Douw
South Africa South Africa
“Friendly and helpful owner. Great breakfast. Close to main attractions and restaurants. Clean rooms and daily cleaning. Great Braai facilities if booked. Quit rooms and lodge. Value for money. Freddie the owner was friendly and helpful advice and...”

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House rules

Bushbaby River Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Cot upon request
Free
1 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Bushbaby River Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.