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Blyde River Wilderness Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge with 3 outdoor pools and restaurant

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3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Exterior
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Owl House) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Kimba House | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Explore the area

Map
Off R527, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Popular LocationHoedspruit Wildlife Estate20 min drive
  • Popular LocationJessica the Hippo33 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre41 min drive
  • AirportHoedspruit (HDS)54 min drive

Room options

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Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Owl House) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Owl House)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cottage (Peacock) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cottage (Peacock)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Twin Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cottage (Kingfisher) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Cottage (Kingfisher)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Rondavel | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Small Rondavel

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Kimba House | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Kimba House

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Hoedspruit

Located in Hoedspruit, Blyde River Wilderness Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Boabab Tree at Leydsdorp is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Three Rondavels and Bourkes' Luck Potholes. Don't miss out on a visit to Jessica the Hippo. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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What's nearby

  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 20 min drive
  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 23 min drive
  • Jessica the Hippo - 33 min drive
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 41 min drive
  • Three Rondavels - 99 min drive

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kalimambo Pub & Restaurant - 19 min drive
  • The Fig and Bean - 20 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean - 20 min drive
  • The Hat & Creek - 18 min drive
  • Sleepers Station Restaurant - 20 min drive

About this property

Blyde River Wilderness Lodge

Lodge near Jessica the Hippo
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Blyde River Wilderness Lodge. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Other perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • A vegetable garden, meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Cribs/infant beds and free extra beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and LED light bulbs

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:30 AM: ZAR 190 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Private picnics

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Romance packages available

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Energy-saving switches
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 250.00 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 360.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 190 per person
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 250.00 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 360.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Blyde River Wilderness
Blyde River Wilderness Hoedspruit
Blyde River Wilderness Lodge
Blyde River Wilderness Lodge Hoedspruit
Blyde Wilderness Lodge
Blyde River Wilderness
Blyde River Wilderness Lodge Lodge
Blyde River Wilderness Lodge Hoedspruit
Blyde River Wilderness Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Blyde River Wilderness Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

Is Blyde River Wilderness Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blyde River Wilderness Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blyde River Wilderness Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM– 8:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 250.00.

What time is check-out at Blyde River Wilderness Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blyde River Wilderness Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Jessica the Hippo.

Blyde River Wilderness Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, exceptional remote location on Blyde River, excellent food! Beautiful grounds, swimming pool and comfortable room. Perfect spot for a base to explore Canyon and area after Kruger.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Donovan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

David

Gloomy and under managed. Extras extortionate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Abdullah

Liked: Room comfort

8/10 Good

Jacolene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Road to the Hotel not car friendly 4x4s only
Stay was fine- happy with the place-however- the road to the hotel is terrible for cars. Breakfast wasn't included and way too expensive considering how long it takes to get to town to buy supplies.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, an amazing experience to get there
There's nothing around and that's good. You need to drive down back roads for twenty minutes or so before you go through a series of security gates which help keep the animals in/out. If you come through late in the evening after the sun goes down you can see an amazing dark sky. The staff is very friendly, room was comfortable but be careful ordering the dinner...it ended up costing us more than our room :)

8/10 Good

Leon, Boksburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Leon
Breakaway needed after great work year satisfy with lodge will recomened

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Sue, Newark

Into the wilderness
The road to the lodge is poor, but the lodge is in a lovely setting when you finally arrive .