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Blyde River Wilderness Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant

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3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Owl House) | Living area
Small Rondavel | Exterior
Blyde River Wilderness Lodge provides a peaceful retreat where travelers can connect to free in-room WiFi or gather around the lobby fireplace. The property's three outdoor pools offer refreshing breaks after visiting the area's famous resident hippo, Jessica.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Off R527, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Silver Wings Spur Steak Ranch
  • Hat & Creek
  • Fig & Bean
  • Safari Club Hoedspruit
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬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 along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and charcoal grills
  • A vegetable garden, meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
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

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

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 190 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • 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 and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

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 smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
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.

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