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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
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Hiking
Cottage (Kingfisher) | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is SAR 361
SAR 415 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

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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
  • 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)

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Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Twin Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Twin Room

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Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

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Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Memory foam bed
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Rondavel | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Small Rondavel

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Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • 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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Off R527, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 20 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 23 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Jessica the Hippo - 33 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 41 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Three Rondavels - 99 min drive - 91.4 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hat & Creek - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Fig and Bean - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Sleepers Station Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Hoedpsruit Café - ‬19 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 with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a vegetable garden, and meeting rooms
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

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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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

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:30 AM: ZAR 190 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Private picnics

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • 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 & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Romance packages available

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Energy-saving switches
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service

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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Blyde River Wilderness Lodge?

As of 18 Rabiʻ I 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blyde River Wilderness Lodge on 19 Rabiʻ I 2025 start from $110.59, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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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Blyde River Wilderness Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, exceptional remote location on Blyde River, excellent food! Beautiful grounds, swimming pool and comfortable room. Perfect spot for a base to explore Canyon and area after Kruger.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Donovan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft ist in einer sehr schöne Lage an einem Fluss. Das Abendessen war hervorragend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Man hat dort absolute Ruhe. Hierfür muss man aber 10km schotterpiste fahren.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cadre magique et animaux en liberté dans le parc. Le calme et la gentillesse. Parfait
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unterkunft mit speziellem Flair
Wir hatten eine ganze Gartenlodge und man fühlt sich wie in einem botanischen Garten. Das die Zufahrt schwierig ist, wie von anderen Gästen bemängelt, kann ich -trotz kleinem Polo- nicht bestätigen. Die Zufahrt ist so wie die Straßen im Kruger-NP. Was nicht so toll war, war der trübe Pool und das für SA-Verhältnisse zu teure Menü. Da würde ich eigenen Braai empfehlen. Das Frühstück war gut, wenn auch die Damen dort ihren ganz eigenen Rhythmus und Charme haben. Fazit: Wir haben die Zeit dort genossen und können es empfehlen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schöne Lodge, aber sehr abgelegen
Sehr schöne Lodge, aber sehr abgelegen. Guter Service, Hatten nur Frühstück, das war aber gut!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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

10/10 Excellent

Emelie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic food and service!
Fantastic stay! Cabin was very cosy and comfortable. Great service and the food was absolutely fantastic! 7 km gravel drive but so worth is, we saw monkeys, zebras and wildebeest on our way there. Relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

David

Gloomy and under managed. Extras extortionate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tip Top - trotz abenteuerliche Anfahrt !
Nettes Team, tolle Zimmer !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Abdullah

Liked: Room comfort
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ralf, Jülich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tolle Anlage sehr weit abgelegen.
Eine wundervolle Anlage, direkt an einem Fluss gelegen, super ausgestattet, tolle Athmosphäre. Tiere laufen zum Teil frei herum. Von einem kleinen Wildpark mit Giraffen und Zebras umgeben. Sehr lange Anfahrt über eine 6 km Wellblechpiste. Abendessen recht teuer, nicht sehr gut. WLAN kostenpflichtig, Küche spärlich ausgestattet.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Wow, one off the most beautifull place I add a chance to go in Africa. The food is very good, the land where the house are is amazing. It's possible to see zebra, crocodile, hippopotamis, girafe etc. To go there you need to pass in a beautifull plantation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gilles, metz( france)

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour de 2 nuits, les chambres sont superbes, très bien décorées avec goût, ainsi que le restaurant. Le PDJ est copieux et il y a tout ce qu'on attend d'un PDJ.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Manne, Bayern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Der Name WildernessLodge passt!
Essen sehr gut, Personal sehr aufmerksam und freundlich, Haus sehr klein, kein Schrank, Waschraum/Toiletten entsprachen nicht europ. Maßstäben, sehr lange Zufahrt über Rüttelpiste
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jacolene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Road to the Hotel not car friendly 4x4s only
Stay was fine- happy with the place-however- the road to the hotel is terrible for cars. Breakfast wasn't included and way too expensive considering how long it takes to get to town to buy supplies.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joachim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, an amazing experience to get there
There's nothing around and that's good. You need to drive down back roads for twenty minutes or so before you go through a series of security gates which help keep the animals in/out. If you come through late in the evening after the sun goes down you can see an amazing dark sky. The staff is very friendly, room was comfortable but be careful ordering the dinner...it ended up costing us more than our room :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Extérieurs super mais intérieur à revoir
C'est vrai que le lieu est magique tant les piscines et notamment la rockpool que le restaurant et sa terrasse juste idyllique.le lodge était très beau de l'extérieur mais quelle déception à l'intérieur.deco peu soignée, pseudo cuisine avec frigo mais ni four ni plaque, salon peu accueillant et douche petite et bouchée.restaurant bon mais rapport qualité prix je trouve le tout un peu élevé.mais bon je n'oublie pas les extérieur juste fabuleux !!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Leon, Boksburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Leon
Breakaway needed after great work year satisfy with lodge will recomened
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sue, Newark

Into the wilderness
The road to the lodge is poor, but the lodge is in a lovely setting when you finally arrive .