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Bushriver Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront apartment with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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4 Sleeper Family Unit | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
2 Sleeper Luxury Suite | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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R 40 Hoedspruit to Phalaborwa, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Jessica the Hippo
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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Comfort Triple Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Comfort Triple Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Villa | Living room | 40-inch TV with digital channels

Luxury Villa

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 3 bathrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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4 Sleeper Kingfisher Cottage | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

4 Sleeper Kingfisher Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard (Empty Lot) | Living area | 40-inch TV with digital channels

Standard (Empty Lot)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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3 Sleeper Family Unit | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

3 Sleeper Family Unit

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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4 Sleeper Family Unit | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

4 Sleeper Family Unit

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 Sleeper Luxury Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

2 Sleeper Luxury Suite

  • 829 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hoedspruit

Bushriver Lodge places you 17 mi (27.3 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and 27.2 mi (43.8 km) from Jessica the Hippo. This 4-star apartment building has 7 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 28 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Hoedspruit Reptile Centre - 45 min drive - 32.7 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 52 min drive - 37.7 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 56 min drive - 33.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Bridges Restaurant, at The Outpost - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bushriver Lodge

Riverfront apartment with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
At Bushriver Lodge, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a meeting room, and a library.
Each apartment is individually decorated and has an array of amenities, including a private yard, a refrigerator, and a microwave. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 40-inch TV with digital channels. Other standard amenities include an oven, a minibar, and a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the apartment include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Car required
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Dining

  • A bar/lounge
  • Minibar

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Communal living room

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Coworking space
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • In a regional park
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Ecotours
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Safari nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 7 units
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Ecotours
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Individual decor
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Bushriver Hoedspruit
Bushriver Lodge
Bushriver Lodge Hoedspruit
Bushriver
Bushriver Lodge Apartment
Bushriver Lodge Hoedspruit
Bushriver Lodge Apartment Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Bushriver Lodge?

This apartment is located in Hoedspruit, close to Lissataba Nature Reserve, Blyde Olifants Conservancy, and Kolgans Dam. You'll also find Zebra Dam nearby.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the apartment.

Does Bushriver Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Bushriver Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bushriver Lodge?

No, this apartment doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Bushriver Lodge?

This riverfront apartment offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and a bar with some apartments featuring private pools.

Are there hot tubs at Bushriver Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does Bushriver Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Bushriver Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Bushriver Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bushriver Lodge though service animals are welcome.

How close is the airport from Bushriver Lodge?

The closest major airport to Bushriver Lodge is Hoedspruit (HDS), which is 24.4 mi away (65 minutes by car). Another top airport is Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck), which is around 29.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bushriver Lodge?

Yes, some apartments at this apartment offer either a furnished patio or a balcony where guests can enjoy river views.

Bushriver Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jean-Pierre

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Nxobile

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cleanliness

The place is good cause we needed privacy and away from town, but the place was not clean. In the bathroom the arr spider webs and ant hills under basin. We stayed for 2 days and the linen was not changed, the was dust on the study table and the pedestals. When you drain water from the tub or flash the is a awful smell dont know from where. But the receptionist Melody, she was the best 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mahlodi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

mrs joyce m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Deborah

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

Aunthentic bush hotel right on Olifants River

Our stay at the Bush River Lodge was very authentic and not touristy at all. Beware when booking on Hotels.com, however, as the owner said he was unaware of our arrival and was unable to prepare dinner for us due to his chef not onsite.HOWEVER, he was kind enough to drive us to a nearby restaurant which was awesome! Food was delicious & inexpensive. Rooms were very nice but the bathroom was a bit dated. Overall I would recommend this hotel and you also get to play with "Flippy" the owners adorable & lovable dog who is fluent in three different languages!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Rustic chic

Hosts were welcoming and attentive; the location was great for viewing birds and crocs. A drive out at night garnered us views of a Thick-knee, a scrub hare, and an African Civet. Breakfast on the porch overlooking the river was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short stay - ideally located on the Olifants river
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Dieter

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

One night stay

Nice for a one night stay. However no meals on site provided. Next restaurant 8 km.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Michael, Los Angeles

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

Beautiful stay on the Oliphants River

Tons of wildlife in the area (monkeys, springbok, kudu, impala, baboons, birds) in a calm and peaceful location. It can be a bit of self service but you have the full kitchen and your own storage and fridge if you book a room. You must let them know the day before if you plan on having breakfast so that they can prepare for you. They have houses available. The internet in the common area works great. Evening fire pits on the deck over the river and an outside grill as well. You have to drive through a couple of other lodge areas off the main road to get to it. Edward(sp?) was great and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Glen, Brighton UK

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

Wonderful position on the river in the bush

Fabulous place. Ask for Wessels to organise a bush braai (BBQ)..absolutely wonderful and worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Haidee

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

Private bush hide-away surrounded by nature

Beatufiul bush hide-away not accessable to the general public. Large spacious and airy rooms. Surrounded by wildlife. Cotages build on the Olifants river with amazing veiws and sounds. Very clean, excellent service, manager amazing and check in process flawless. Self catering with full use of the excllent facilities in catering kitchen with each unit having it´s own grocery shelf and large fridge. Extremely clean throughout. Needs some maintenance on smaller things. Drain at our room needs serious attention.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Such a Lovely Amazing Play To Stay

Wow! You don't need to stay in Kruger to see amazing animals and pay exorbitant prices. The managers here are absolutely lovely and incredible knowledgeable. Went on an incredible tour with them and saw lots of animals. The room was lovely and clean. Great food too. Yay! Would definitely come back and stay. Really really nice people! Oh, and the river right outside your door is awesome for animal watching!

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

Wonderful stop over on way to or from Kruger

This property is in close proximity to a campground, Hippo Pools and several other places to stay. It is off the highway and you go through several gates before you arrive.

10/10 Excellent

Jikks, Doha

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

Awesome Bush River Lodge

The stay at Bushriver Lodge was awesome. We opted for a self catering room so a bit far away from the main lodge. The view from the room to the river was awesome. There was plenty bird lfe and hippos around. However the greatest surprise was when three elephants roamed around for food to the front of our villa. It was just awesome and unprepared as mother nature can make you feel. Wessels and the people who work at Kingfisher are first class and Wessels is an awesome cook to top it off. The only disadvantage is that Kruger Park is quite far away however i did a day trip to KNP and really enjoyed being at BushRiver.I will definitely go back when vacationing in the area.

10/10 Excellent

Albie, Centurion

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

Amazing!

Amazing stay once again at Bushriver Lodge. Wessel is an amazing host. Great vibe!

4/10 Poor

Donavan, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Expected more

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay and warm hospitality

We had a lovely overnight and the manager Wessel was a great host making a lovely local dinner. Beautiful setting in the middle of the bush. We did really struggled to get there after dark. Firstly google maps takes you down the wrong turnoff and then we got lost in the bush. Needs another sign or two.

8/10 Good

JF

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

lovely stay

peaceful, tranquil and beautiful, would love to stay again

10/10 Excellent

Gang, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay with family, nice view around

10/10 Excellent

Dirk, Berario

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

Superb

Generally a superb experience. The manageress went out of her way to make us comfortable. The room was luxurious and the surrounding wildlife relaxing and fascinating. The only critique I could offer was the bath/shower in the inside bathroom would not convert to shower - the handle could not be pulled up to redirect water flow ro the shower head.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful, affordable accomodation for families

We booked the Marula camp/rondawel. We struggled to find suitable, affordable accommodation for a family of 5 in Hoedspruit, and we were very grateful that we stumbled across Bush River Lodge. Wessel was a gracious host. The rondawel, which sits on the Olifants river and is spacious and beautifully appointed, including having two bathrooms and braai/fire facilities. The ids enjoyed running around in the garden and exploring. I was also able to go riding in the farm, and I highly recommend that ride.

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Tzaneen

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

Great Lodge in the Bush

We loved Bushriver Lodge, and will definitely go back for a longer visit.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Strong recommendation for Bushriver Lodge

Had an amazing time. Staff were pleasant and helpful, location was beautiful, and our stay was incredible.

4/10 Poor

Mira, Israel

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

suitable for people with strange urge to suffer

Wrong choice, almost impossible to find it, the management is not answer on the phone to help, the address is 20km far from where is spcified on the site

6/10 Okay

Mira, Haifa, Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Site Manager who doesn't give a d..

Getting there was a nightmare, isolated site, if you have a simple care (not 4x4), take care to the unpaved road, plenty of pothols. Nothing to do 30 miles around