"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."
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve
Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve
5.0 star property
8.5 km from Jessica the Hippo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(8)
"Great personalized attention for meals, drinks, activities. Amazing breakfast down by the river. Meals that are exceptional. Privacy of having your own chalet in the bush. This is exceptional value for money. "
"Great place with a large property and large pool
Check in was easy and Jacques was an amazing host
Cold and hot breakfast was delicious and we were asked what time would suit us to eat, so the food was hot and fresh.
Family room with living area, kitchen and multiple bedrooms felt more like we rented our own house!
Thank you for the lovely stay, we felt very welcome"
"Khaya Ndlovu is a rare gem. The beautifully curated indoor and outdoor spaces on the manor strike the perfect balance between elegance and homeliness. All the staff provide perfect but at the same time very relaxed and super friendly service. The food is delicious. South African hospitality at its best!"
"The lodge is tucked back in a quiet part of the estate, and the owner is a very, very kind woman. When I come back to Hoedspruit, I’ll stay here again!"
"Well decorated and staffed! Couldn’t have been more accompanying. Lots of great wine options as the owner has a deep history and background in South African wines "
"Only stayed one night coming back from our stay in Kruger but as soon as we got there we realised we should have booked for two. There are loads of things to do in the area that we were interested in and on site there were walks we could have taken surrounded by nature. The location is beautiful and even just outside the bedroom you see deer and a warthog or two. Marlon was a great host and very knowledgeable and the room was luxurious as was the bathroom that also had a choice of inside and...
"Cannot find a single fault ….
Excellent comms. Great location. Superb food. Lovely room. Comfy bed. Gorgeous shower.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay again and recommend to others"
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"The lodge is perfect for a stay in Hoedspruit; with an easy drive to Kruger Park. The wildlife come to within meters of the garden which makes for exciting and interesting viewing from your patio. The hosts Sue and Deon will do everything they can to make your stay wonderful. Would definitely recommend. "
"I stayed in the hotel only so I am not sure about area around the property. All the staff are friendly and hotel facilities are great. Only one thing is my room was too far from the main lobby. As a solo traveler, I felt a little nervous of walking in the morning and at night before and after safari trips."
"We were rather disappointed with the directions to the lodge as they were rather misleading and Confusing.
The service at the lodge by a young man called Knowledge was very good. "
"The Blyde Mountain Country House is set back off the main roads, and quite peaceful, charming and very welcoming. Bets (short for Elizabeth) surprised us with an upgrade, and the cottage room was delightful. It was spacious with a small kitchenette and adequate size bathroom including a walk in shower and built in shower bench. We really enjoyed the hot water and water pressure! The bedroom had a comfortable bed with a couch, bench, desk and chair, and television. The decor added a touch of class and made you feel at home! The common areas included an outdoor dining area, plus inside living rooms and bar (honor system). The outdoor scenery is breathtaking, and I enjoyed my walk around the pool area, gardens, and adjacent farm. The dinner was scrumptious (South African bobotie with chutney, bananas and coconut with rice and assorted mixed vegetables). The lemon meringue dessert was simply the best! The next morning, we had a wonderful breakfast, so relaxing to sit and admire the morning sky above the majestic mountains. Most of all, the staff, especially Bets and Jacob (?spelling) deserve recognition for their outstanding hospitality. And, thumbs up to all the wonderful cooks and other staff members that make this country house such a marvelous place. We will not hesitate to come back here again and will certainly recommend it to others if staying in Hoedspruit! Thank you!"
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Jessica the Hippo is located in an area of Hoedspruit that travellers like for its wildlife and riverfront. You'll find 5 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Jessica the Hippo?
Blyde River Cabin Guesthouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this holiday home offers free parking and private decks. It's located 2 mi (3.2 km) from Jessica the Hippo. Another good option is Blyde River Wilderness Lodge, located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.
How many hotels are there near Jessica the Hippo?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Jessica the Hippo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Jessica the Hippo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Jessica the Hippo.
