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Blyde River Canyon Lodge

4.0 star property
Lodge in Hoedspruit with a full-service spa and an outdoor pool

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Interior entrance
House, 4 Bedrooms (Blyde Hillside) | Garden view
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Blyde Canyon Cottage Sunbird | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Located near the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, this lodge provides a peaceful escape from everyday life. Guests can book treatments at the spa, savor meals at the restaurant, or relax beside the outdoor pool where sun loungers invite afternoon relaxation.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Blyde Canyon Cottage Sunbird | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Blyde Canyon Cottage Sunbird

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Blyde River Botanical Reserve, Blyde River Canyon, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 14 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 17 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 34 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 35 min drive - 23.9 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 43 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kadisi Restaurant - ‬81 min drive
  • ‪Three Rondavels Coffee Shop - ‬87 min drive
  • ‪Annes cotton club cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Black Chilli Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The dog box pub - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Blyde River Canyon Lodge

Upscale lodge
Located close to Three Rondavels and Blyde River Canyon, Blyde River Canyon Lodge provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • 3 bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Private yards, eco-friendly cleaning products, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 220 to 220 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 220.00 to 220.00 per person

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Blyde Canyon Lodge
Blyde Canyon River Lodge
Blyde Lodge
Blyde River
Blyde River Canyon Hoedspruit
Blyde River Canyon Lodge
Blyde River Canyon Lodge Hoedspruit
Blyde River Lodge
Blyde River Canyon Hotel Limpopo Province
Blyde River Canyon Lodge Lodge
Blyde River Canyon Lodge Hoedspruit
Blyde River Canyon Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Blyde River Canyon Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blyde River Canyon Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blyde River Canyon Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Blyde River Canyon Lodge located?

Situated in Hoedspruit, this spa lodge is in the same region as Three Rondavels, Blyde River Canyon, and God's Window. Regional attractions also include Graskop Gorge Lift Company.

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