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Hippo River Lodge

4.0 star property
Suburban bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Fountain
Property grounds
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Double Room (Bath & Shower) | Minibar, desk, free WiFi
Banquet hall
Hippo River Lodge offers an upscale bed & breakfast with a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoy a full breakfast each morning, relax at the outdoor pool, or explore the garden. Free in-room WiFi and convenient laundry facilities ensure a comfortable stay.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Double Room (Bath & Shower) | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Double Room (Bath & Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Double Room | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room Large | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Room Large

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Room double bed open plan shower only | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Room double bed open plan shower only

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Microwave
Electric kettle
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Bed | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room (shower only)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room (bath & shower) | Private kitchenette | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

King Room (bath & shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Plot 54 Gentian Street, Seekoeiwater, Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, 1035

What's nearby

  • Villa Ilanga Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Ridge Casino - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Highveld Mall - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Witbank Golf Club - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Witbank Lake - 15 min drive - 4.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hippo River Lodge

Upscale bed & breakfast in the suburbs
At Hippo River Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Rostveld Coffee, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 1 meeting room and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms at Hippo River Lodge include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rostveld Coffee

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Hippo River Lodge Witbank
Hippo River Witbank
Hippo River Emalahleni
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Hippo River Lodge Bed & breakfast Emalahleni

Frequently asked questions

Does Hippo River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hippo River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hippo River Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hippo River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Hippo River Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Hippo River Lodge located?

Situated in the suburbs, this bed & breakfast is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Villa Ilanga Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of The Ridge Casino and Highveld Mall. Martlestreet Park and Martiestreet Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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