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Bushbaby River Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverwalk bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Leopard Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Rhino Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Garden view
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Buffalo Room

Highlights

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

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 150 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Leopard Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Leopard Room

Highlights

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

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Rhino Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Rhino Room

Highlights

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

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Lion Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Lion Room

Highlights

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

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Elephant Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Elephant Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • 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 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 15 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 40 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 45 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 51 min drive - 26.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 26 min drive

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

Upscale bed & breakfast on the riverwalk
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Bushbaby River Lodge. Adventurous travelers may like the horseback riding and cycling at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Bushbaby River Lodge have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and electric kettles

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 500.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 750.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 500.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is 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

Does Bushbaby River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bushbaby River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM– 10:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 500.

What time is check-out at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Bushbaby River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Bushbaby River Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this bed & breakfast is 29.6 mi (47.7 km) from Blyderivierspoort Hiking Trail.

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Bushbaby River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Petrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to get away from it all and be in the bush. Close to Hoedspruit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tlowane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

THADEU

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location on a wildlife estate. Very peaceful with just the sounds of nature surrounding you. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ivo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Khutso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

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

Hotel de safari romântico

Hotel lindo. Os donos dão um toque pessoal que faz toda a diferença. varios animais na reserva do hotel!!! Recomendo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eveline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super schöne Lodge! Angenehme Gastgeber, schöne neue Zimmer, sehr sauber
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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 :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Brasil, São Paulo

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

marcos, Rj

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

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
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

patrick, chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No issues with hotel or Host. They were very profession, concerning and enjoying.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

RAFAEL, Campinas

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wunderschöne Lodge mit 5-Sterne-Charakter. Bestes Frühstück und super freundliche Inhaber. Immer zu empfehlen und gerne wieder. Danken für 4 tolle Tage!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jack, vancouver

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018