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Bushbaby River Lodge

4.0 star property
Hoedspruit B&B with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Garden view
Leopard Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
BBQ/picnic area
Rhino Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located on the riverwalk, Bushbaby River Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and activities like hiking/biking and horseback riding. Indulge in spa services or unwind by the outdoor pool; previous guests praise this upscale bed & breakfast for its serene atmosphere.

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $160
includes taxes & fees
$138 per night
May 5 - May 6

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Buffalo Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 1615 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Leopard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Leopard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Rhino Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Rhino Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Lion Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Elephant Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Elephant Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
700 Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 17 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 34 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 46 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Blyde River Canyon - 106 min drive - 94.7 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 26 min drive
  • Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck) - 87 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hat & Creek - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Fig and Bean - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sleepers Station Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Hoedpsruit Café - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Bushbaby River Lodge

Bushbaby River Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Hoedspruit. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool and indulge in deep-tissue massages. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

Dutch, English, German

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safari nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2017
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages.

Dining

Onsite venue - This bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: ZAR 750.0 per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 500
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Bushbaby River Lodge Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River
Bushbaby River Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River Lodge Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River Lodge Bed & breakfast
Bushbaby River Lodge Bed & breakfast Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Bushbaby River Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Bushbaby River Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives, game viewing, and safari tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.

Does Bushbaby River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Bushbaby River Lodge like?

Bushbaby River Lodge is located a short 1-minute walk from Selati Nature Reserve.

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Bushbaby River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to get away from it all and be in the bush. Close to Hoedspruit.
Petrus, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic experience at Bushbaby River Lodge and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Communication with the staff was seamless, ensuring everything was perfectly arranged even before our arrival. The breakfast options were delightful, offering a variety of choices such as waffles, pancakes, French toast, and a classic English breakfast—something for everyone to enjoy. The heat pump/air conditioner worked flawlessly, making our stay comfortable regardless of the temperature outside. The facilities were spotless, with warm water readily available and a refreshing pool to relax in. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the airport, the lodge is also surrounded by wildlife, offering a serene and immersive experience. For those interested, the staff can help arrange game drives, making it easy to explore the incredible nature and wildlife in the area. Overall, Bushbaby River Lodge is a gem that combines comfort, convenience, and a touch of the wild. We look forward to returning!
Lacey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at Bushbaby
Bushbaby River Lodge was a great, quiet, peaceful play to stay in Hoedspruit. Everyone was very friendly and the setting is great. Be sure to have a rental car! The lodge is a very long walk from anything.
Tyler, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tlowane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Real bush experience can spot leopards relatively easily, lovely options for activities in terms of game drives in other private reserves and activities like star gazing tours. Lovely place, lovely staff and the owner goes out of her way to accommodate all requirements.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aconchegante e típico
Fomos muito bem atendidos pela proprietária, Sra. Ivete. Funcionários atenciosos. O chuveiro fica do lado de fora do quarto aberto ao tempo. À noite aparecem insetos atraídos pela luz.
THADEU, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location on a wildlife estate. Very peaceful with just the sounds of nature surrounding you. Very friendly and helpful staff.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Não poderíamos ter escolhido melhor lugar em Hoedspruit, Africa do Sul. Equipe simpática, atenciosa, serviço 10! Yvette e Ayla sempre presentes, excelentes anfitriãs. Recomendo muito. Se um dia eu voltar pra fazer um safari, é lá que me hospedarei novamente.
Ivo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Christoph, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Khutso, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay near Hoedspruit. Beautifully appointed with exceptional staff. The proprietor thought of absolutely everything to ensure guests are comfortable and happy. -Teresa O’Kane Safari Jema
Teresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel de safari romântico
Hotel lindo. Os donos dão um toque pessoal que faz toda a diferença. varios animais na reserva do hotel!!! Recomendo
Luciano, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gabriela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bed and breakfast in a small nature reserve which means animals are always close by. Well designed rooms (we had the Leopard room) with a deck that looks out on the river bed. Large room, good bed with musquito net and large bathroom area (also outside shower). Hosts are very friendly and love their b&b which can be seen in all details that have been thought through. Note that this is b&b so you have to drive (5 min) to hoedspruit to have dinner.
Eveline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super schöne Lodge! Angenehme Gastgeber, schöne neue Zimmer, sehr sauber
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Das B&B liegt in einem Estate, hiervon erreicht man super den Krüger Park und die Panoramaroute... Man wird sehr herzlich aufgenommen und die Unterkunft ist perfekt... beim Frühstück hatten wir Warzenschweine um uns herum :-D auch der angenotene Grillabend war sehr gut.. ein rundum perfekter aufebthakt :-)
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfeito! Maravilhoso! Único!
Os donos Ivette e Edgar são maravilhosos, simpáticos, solícitos, fazem tudo pela gente! Deram mil dicas sobre tudo, sobre todos os safaris, onde ir no Kruger, onde jantar, onde passear. Eles fizeram um churrasco Sul-africano para nós que foi perfeito! Interagimos muito com eles e com os hóspedes! O hotel é pequeno, mas absurdamente exclusivo, reservado, lindo, bem distribuído, com javalis e Kudus no quintal! Eu voltaria mil vezes para lá! E ficando lá, fizemos safaris na reserva privada do Manyeleti! Perfeito! Amei mais que tudo e me despedi como se estivesse deixando minha família para trás, de tão apegados que ficamos! Recomendo um milhão de vezes!
Michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay can’t wait to go back!!
Amazing stay at Busy Baby, beautiful place to visit with lovely spa and pool area. Really clean, helpful staff (booking spa treatments for us, game rides etc). Really incredible to see zebras and giraffe walk straight through the lodge every day.
Lauren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sonho indescritível
Bushbaby é uma reserva onde lá dentro você poderá avistar varios animais sem nenhum custo onde vc mesmo fazendo seu próprio Safari diurno ou noturno. O café da manhã maravilhoso. O quarto muito novo , limpo , bem decorado de bom gosto , chuveiro maravilhoso para seu banho . Com tomadas USB pelo quarto para facilitar sua vida . Equipe sempre solicita Porém Yvete uma que não pertence a esse mundo de tão doce e sempre fazendo de tudo para te ver feliz e te ajudando conhecer os animais da reserva e outras opcoes . Avisamos a ela que faríamos um Safari no kruguer no dia seguinte é carinhosamente ela preparou um cooler com com sanduíche e cafe facilitando nossa vida um carinho muito especial muito alem do que serviço Parabéns bashbaby
marcos, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No issues with hotel or Host. They were very profession, concerning and enjoying.
patrick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ótima opção
Nós adoramos a pousada, os proprietários foram muito cuidadosos e se preucuparam a todo momento para que nós tivéssemos uma ótima experiência. Recomendo fortemente!
RAFAEL, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wunderschöne Lodge mit 5-Sterne-Charakter. Bestes Frühstück und super freundliche Inhaber. Immer zu empfehlen und gerne wieder. Danken für 4 tolle Tage!
Julia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing!
The place is new and thus very clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The staff was very friendly. The food was excellent. I only wish I could have stayed longer than one night. I had some problems with the directions but once I finally arrived, I really enjoyed it!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel Near Kruger
It was a bit different from what we expected, but definitely in a good way. The owners are both Dutch and they were super helpful and kind from the beginning. There are only 6 rooms in total and we stayed in the Elephant Room. The room was spacious, beautiful and clean. We especially appreciate the fact that it had both a fan and and AC, as it could get quite warm in South Africa.
Jack, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pretty cool waking up to kudu and zebra roaming through the lodge grounds.
1-night trip