Vacation packages
Stays
Cars
Flights
Support
AARP Member Savings
My Trips
AARP.org
Join
Renew

The Island River Lodge

4.0 star property
Lodge in Hoedspruit with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Island River Lodge

Chalet 1 | Bed sheets
Bed sheets
Restaurant
Property grounds
Property grounds
The Island River Lodge offers a genuine escape in a tranquil rural setting. Guests enjoy mornings in the peaceful garden, afternoons by one of two refreshing pools, and relaxation in the library. The helpful staff enhances the upscale experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Chalet 1

Chalet 1 | Bed sheets

Chalet 1

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Tent 1

Bed sheets

Tent 1

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Tent 2

Bed sheets

Tent 2

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Tent 3

Bed sheets

Tent 3

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Tent 4

Bed sheets

Tent 4

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Chalet

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Chalet

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Business Chalet

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Portion 54 Moriah, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 22 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 23 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 30 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 43 min drive - 24.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Annes cotton club cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Black Chilli Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Baobab Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪24° South - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Trading Post - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Island River Lodge

Upscale lodge in a rural location
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at The Island River Lodge. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an infinity pool, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Island River Lodge have amenities such as free newspapers.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, portable fans, and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Bushbaby River Lodge

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 34 reviews
Bushbaby River Lodge

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Infinity pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 3500.0 per stay

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Island River Lodge Hoedspruit
Island River Lodge
Island River Hoedspruit
The Island River Lodge Lodge
The Island River Lodge Hoedspruit
The Island River Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does The Island River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is The Island River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Island River Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Island River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Island River Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Island River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Island River Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Blyde Nature Reserve, Madrid Game Farm, and Jessica the Hippo. Drakensig Golf Course and Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

  • † More information about the $50 gift card with flight package benefit may be found at: https://www.expedia-aarp.com/lp/b/vacationpackages50prepaid

  • English Copyright 1995 – 2025. All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Expedia User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Expedia pays a royalty fee to AARP for the use of AARP’s intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. All goods or services and discounts offered via the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia ®, are provided by third-party suppliers. AARP and its affiliates do not endorse and are not responsible for the goods or services and discounts made available on this site. Offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia® directly for full details. AARP and its affiliates are not insurers.