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Gem in the bush lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Garden
Free daily full breakfast
Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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682 Kierieklapper St, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Selati Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Blyde River Canyon
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room | Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room | Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hoedspruit

Gem in the bush lodge is within a 15-minute walk of popular attractions such as Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. This 5-room, 4.5-star guesthouse has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 27 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 31 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 38 min drive - 22.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Wings Spur Steak Ranch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fig & Bean - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Giraffe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Hoedpsruit Café - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Gem in the bush lodge

Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
Gem in the bush lodge offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. This luxury guesthouse also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Ceiling fans are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 260; reservation required

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 260

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
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.
  • 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Gem In The Bush Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Gem in the bush lodge?

Gem in the bush lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Gem in the bush lodge?

This guesthouse is located in Hoedspruit, a short 15-minute walk from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and also 1 minutes on foot from Selati Nature Reserve. Drakensig Golf Course is also within a driving distance of 3.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at Gem in the bush lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is a spa located at Gem in the bush lodge?

Spa services at the guesthouse include massages and mani/pedis.

Does Gem in the bush lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Gem in the bush lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Gem in the bush lodge?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Gem in the bush lodge?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Gem in the bush lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Gem in the bush lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Gem in the bush lodge serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Gem in the bush lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gem in the bush lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Gem in the bush lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Gem in the bush lodge?

The closest major airport to Gem in the bush lodge is Hoedspruit (HDS), which is 8.5 mi away (49 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gem in the bush lodge?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Gem in the bush lodge.

Reviews

Gem in the bush lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Obakeng

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le Gem in the Bush est un lodge récent superbement équipé et très confortable. Le personnel est très agréable et les repas étaient très bien cuisinés et copieux.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren vom Abendessen enttäuscht.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024