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Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge

4.0 star property
Lakefront lodge with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Honeymoon Suite, Lake View | Lake view
Standard Suite, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar
Pool views, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Suite, River View ( Interleading Suites ) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Suite, River View ( Interleading Suites )

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Honeymoon Suite, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Honeymoon Suite, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton linens
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Lake view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, River View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • River view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, 3 Twin Beds, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Family Suite, 3 Twin Beds, River View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Luxury Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton linens
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Limpopo, Hoedspruit, 1451, South Africa, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 39 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 46 min drive - 25.7 miles
  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 56 min drive - 32.3 miles
  • Nyani Cultural Village - 58 min drive - 30.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bush Pub & Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge

Upscale family-friendly lodge by the lake
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and game and wildlife viewing at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge. The on-site restaurant, Elandela, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • A safari, supervised childcare (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • 1 meeting room, a gift shop, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and game drive on site
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Elandela

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 10:30 AM–2:00 PM on request.

Where is Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge located?

This family-friendly Hoedspruit lodge is located near the airport, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Selati Nature Reserve, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and Nyani Cultural Village. Jessica the Hippo and Mafunyani Cultural Village are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 56 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

The staff was amazing and went well above expectations. We saw all of thebig 5 as well as numerous other animals. Great place to stay. Don’t book through expedia though and book through their site.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This place is a must go. From the moment you checkin and are greeted by Francisco to the time you leave, you feel like the most important person in the world. The guides we had (Simon, Rudolph) were incredible and got us up close and personal with the animals. We will be taking our family back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Great place with amazing staff! The thing to improve is the food, it was okay but not more than that.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

From arrival to departure we could not have been more pleased in every way. The guides on the drives were outstanding. Brenda, a coordinator could not have been more helpful. The dining room was very nice. The area is suffering an extreme multi year drought, which is causing dire consequences for animals and the landscape, both here and in Kreuger.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10

Recomendo muito a hospedagem no Elandela! O Safari faz tudo valer a pena! A reserva do leao branco e dos rinocerontes é o melhor de tudo! A ranger Karina e John são incríveis. Porem, apesar de ter amado o safari eu recomendo ficar em 2 reservas diferentes, foi o que fizemos e valeu muito a pena. No Elandela não tem elefantes, por isso eles oferecem uma visita ao kruger. Nós fomos lá mas nao conseguimos ver nenhum elefante la. A sorte é que tinhamos outra reserva ainda e pudemos vê-los de perto. Quanto ao hotel, nosso quarto era bem confortavel. Só tenho duas sugestões: Colocar cortina black out nos quartos e uma reposição melhor de shampoo, sabonete e etc. A comida é otima! Os jantares sao excelentes e de otima qualidade. Mas concordo com alguns reviews que li que sao poucas opcoes. Nao pouca quantidade, pois tudo é muito bem servido. Mas poucas opcoes. No jantar, por exemplo, sò tem uma opcao de peixe e carne/frango. No almoço comemos mac and cheese um dia e no outro quiche de legumes. Nao tinha opcao de escolha no almoço. Só 1 prato e paes. Tinha uma vegetariana no grupo que avisou que era vegetariana e nao tinha nada diferente pra ela. No jantar, por ex, ela nao tinha prato principal. Somente entrada, sopa e etc. outra sugestao é oferecer agua filtrada pelo menos nas refeiçoes e safaris. Está incluso 2 garrafas de agua por dia. Mas, como em outros hoteis e restaurantes, acredito que oferecer agua filtrada nas refeiçoes nao iria custar nada pro hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10

NICE rooms , good stuff , game drive a bit weak and food can be a bit better , weak wifi .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10

Amazing professionalism ! Worries free lodge Everything is included They can even cook your traditional food !!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

Fantastic !!!! Wonderful Great service, unforgettable experience !!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10

Ótimo hotel e Safari . Excelente animais e quartos .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10

Sehr schöne, gepflegte Anlage mit zuvorkommendem Service. Die Pirschfahrten waren interessant-besonderes Highlight waren die weißen Löwen. Wir wohnten in der River Lodge und durften leider nicht die dazugehörige Lake Lodge besuchen. Befremdlich war die gewünschte Eintragung der Tips in eine Namenliste.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

Incrível! Muito prestativos. Quarto maravilhoso e serviço excepcional!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10

Wir haben zu dritt 800 Euro pro Nacht gezahlt. Das ist ja nicht gerade ein Schnäppchen. Die Zimmer waren im Grundsatz ok, aber es war alles total nüchtern und es fehlte leider die afrikanische atä
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10

Na diária tem dois safaris por dia inclusos. A comida tinha falta de opções e quantidade limitada
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10

Die Häuser sind zweckmäßig modern eingerichtet, sehr groß, insgesamt sehr gut und sauber, Frühstück standart, das Abendessen fand im Freien statt (Braii), mit Tanzdarbietung, auf den Safaris sieht man viele Giraffen, Rhinos, nur Löwen bekamen wir nicht zu Gesicht, leider ist der Preis sehr hoch, doch mit einer der günstigsten Lodges weit und breit und für das Gebotene (2 Safaris, Braii) etc. erscheint es angemessen (650,- für drei Personen/Nacht)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10

O quarto era confortavel,limpo porem não havia nenhuma estrutura de lazer apenas uma piscina muito pequena e sem deck. Nos ficamos no River View Lodge e não havia nada para fazer depois que voltavamos do safari. A comida era pouca e so tinha um menu com pouquissimas opções, nenhuma variedade! Os ranges sao otimos e da pra ve bastante animal apesar de nao ter elefante! Mas esperava q fosse melhor
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

6/10

Its hard to say something good when we do have the experience of having our bags turned over inside your roon and realize that part of our money is gone. 2700zar total. We were 5 people and all of us had our bags checked when we are not there. We felt hostage of that situation: all our stuff in a place where people you cannot trust have free access. The provided safe is so small you cant put a tablet inside and you lock it with a key. When we talked to manager they just make sure to show the paper that they make you sign saying that they have nothing to do with it. We went to police and did a registration. Cool safaris, but I think It cant be classified as 4 stars because of security, average food, very simple towels and leaking bathrooms. É difícil pensar em algo bom a dizer quando você tem a experiência de ter suas malas reviradas dentro do quarto e perceber que parte do seu dinheiro sumiu, no total de 2700zar. Éramos em 5 e todos tiveram suas malas revistadas enquanto estávamos fora. Nos sentimos reféns da situacao: todas as suas coisas num local em que pessoas não confiaveis tem acesso. O cofre do quarto não cabia nem um tablet e era fechado com uma chave. Quando procuramos a gerência, fizeram questão de mostrar o contrato onde eles não se responsabilizavam por nada. Fomos a delegacia e fizemos um B.O. Safaris e lugar legais , mas acho que não podemos classificar como 4 estrelas por questões de segurança, comidas regulares, toalhas simples e banheiro com vazamentos.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10

Muito bom Atencioso Vale a pena

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10

Lovely enjoyable stay from start to finish. The game driver Tallin had a great deal of knowledge about all the animals which was very interesting. Managed to see a lot of different animals.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

6/10

Nao me senti segura nos safaris oferecidos pelo hotel. O guia parava o jipe muito próximos aos animais (leões e rinocerontes), desligava o veículo e ficava o celular mostrando fotos e videos para os hospedes. Se acontecesse qualquer imprevisto, não haveria tempo hábil para absolutamente nada. Saímos as 6 horas da manhã para o safari e não foi oferecido NADA de café da manha. As 9 horas, no meio da savana, tomamos um cafezinho aguado e um pao doce ruim. Almoço e jantar em pouca quantidade e foi servido frango (frio) nas duas refeições. Meu marido teve uma gastroenterite durante a hospedagem e nenhum funcionario demostrou qualquer interesse em ajudar com medicamentos ou refeição diferenciada. Lençol com manchas vermelhas, parecendo sangue. Não indicaria este hotel para amigos e familiares.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018