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Bushbaby River Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverwalk bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Rhino Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
BBQ/picnic area
Leopard Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Garden view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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700 Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Room options

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Buffalo Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Garden Area

  • 1615 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Leopard Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Leopard Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Rhino Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Rhino Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lion Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Lion Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Elephant Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Elephant Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hoedspruit

Bushbaby River Lodge places you 29.6 mi (47.7 km) from Blyderivierspoort Hiking Trail. This 5-room, 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 15 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 40 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Jessica the Hippo - 45 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 51 min drive - 26.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hat & Creek - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Fig and Bean - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sleepers Station Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Hoedpsruit Café - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Bushbaby River Lodge

Riverwalk bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services
Guests of Bushbaby River Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets. Balconies or patios, minibars, and espresso makers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast 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 deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages.

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 750.0 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 500 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 500.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the bed & breakfast at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Bushbaby River Lodge Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River
Bushbaby River Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River Lodge Hoedspruit
Bushbaby River Lodge Bed & breakfast
Bushbaby River Lodge Bed & breakfast Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Bushbaby River Lodge?

This bed & breakfast is located in Hoedspruit within a short 1-minute walk of Selati Nature Reserve. Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate is also within a driving distance of 3.9 mi.

Is there parking available at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Is a spa located at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include deep-tissue massages.

Does Bushbaby River Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, Bushbaby River Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bushbaby River Lodge?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Bushbaby River Lodge?

There are many amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Does Bushbaby River Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Bushbaby River Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Bushbaby River Lodge offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Bushbaby River Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Bushbaby River Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Bushbaby River Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Bushbaby River Lodge?

The closest major airport to Bushbaby River Lodge is Hoedspruit (HDS), which is 12.1 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck), which is around 29.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bushbaby River Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Bushbaby River Lodge comes with a balcony with some featuring river or garden views.

Bushbaby River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lacey, Portland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic experience at Bushbaby River Lodge and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Communication with the staff was seamless, ensuring everything was perfectly arranged even before our arrival. The breakfast options were delightful, offering a variety of choices such as waffles, pancakes, French toast, and a classic English breakfast—something for everyone to enjoy. The heat pump/air conditioner worked flawlessly, making our stay comfortable regardless of the temperature outside. The facilities were spotless, with warm water readily available and a refreshing pool to relax in. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the airport, the lodge is also surrounded by wildlife, offering a serene and immersive experience. For those interested, the staff can help arrange game drives, making it easy to explore the incredible nature and wildlife in the area. Overall, Bushbaby River Lodge is a gem that combines comfort, convenience, and a touch of the wild. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

Great stay at Bushbaby

Bushbaby River Lodge was a great, quiet, peaceful play to stay in Hoedspruit. Everyone was very friendly and the setting is great. Be sure to have a rental car! The lodge is a very long walk from anything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tlowane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Real bush experience can spot leopards relatively easily, lovely options for activities in terms of game drives in other private reserves and activities like star gazing tours. Lovely place, lovely staff and the owner goes out of her way to accommodate all requirements.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location on a wildlife estate. Very peaceful with just the sounds of nature surrounding you. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Khutso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, California

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay near Hoedspruit. Beautifully appointed with exceptional staff. The proprietor thought of absolutely everything to ensure guests are comfortable and happy. -Teresa O’Kane Safari Jema
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Fantastic stay can’t wait to go back!!

Amazing stay at Busy Baby, beautiful place to visit with lovely spa and pool area. Really clean, helpful staff (booking spa treatments for us, game rides etc). Really incredible to see zebras and giraffe walk straight through the lodge every day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

patrick, chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No issues with hotel or Host. They were very profession, concerning and enjoying.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Relaxing!

The place is new and thus very clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The staff was very friendly. The food was excellent. I only wish I could have stayed longer than one night. I had some problems with the directions but once I finally arrived, I really enjoyed it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jack, vancouver

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

Beautiful Hotel Near Kruger

It was a bit different from what we expected, but definitely in a good way. The owners are both Dutch and they were super helpful and kind from the beginning. There are only 6 rooms in total and we stayed in the Elephant Room. The room was spacious, beautiful and clean. We especially appreciate the fact that it had both a fan and and AC, as it could get quite warm in South Africa.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty cool waking up to kudu and zebra roaming through the lodge grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Awesome Lodge close to Big 5 Game Parks and Kruger

I can't recommend this lodge highly enough. They exceed "5" on all levels. New and eager hosts sincerely look after guests and take pride in their property. They have excellent staff whom like to engage with guests. The bungalows and dining area / bar area were well loved spaces where they served up the best breakfast! Quiet and serene, relaxing and luxurious in the wildlife reserve where we saw many animals. Reserve was safe for biking and jogging and very secure premises. Nice pool as well. which was relaxing to sit around in the winter as it was a little chilly for actual swimming! I would suggest this Lodge as a stepping stone when traveling from Johannesburg to the Kruger National Park. You can comfortably rent a car @ Airport and arrive @ Bush Baby River Resort in afternoon. Have an awesome dinner @ The Hat In the Creek (in town) and return for a luxurious sleep with the National Park only 45 min away drive to take on the next day. Or visit Timbavati Private Game Reserve or take a public safari trip @ Manyeleti Reserve which the owners can arrange.
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petrus, Driebergen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to get away from it all and be in the bush. Close to Hoedspruit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

THADEU

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

Aconchegante e típico

Fomos muito bem atendidos pela proprietária, Sra. Ivete. Funcionários atenciosos. O chuveiro fica do lado de fora do quarto aberto ao tempo. À noite aparecem insetos atraídos pela luz.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ivo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Não poderíamos ter escolhido melhor lugar em Hoedspruit, Africa do Sul. Equipe simpática, atenciosa, serviço 10! Yvette e Ayla sempre presentes, excelentes anfitriãs. Recomendo muito. Se um dia eu voltar pra fazer um safari, é lá que me hospedarei novamente.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luciano

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

Hotel de safari romântico

Hotel lindo. Os donos dão um toque pessoal que faz toda a diferença. varios animais na reserva do hotel!!! Recomendo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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

10/10 Excellent

Eveline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed and breakfast in a small nature reserve which means animals are always close by. Well designed rooms (we had the Leopard room) with a deck that looks out on the river bed. Large room, good bed with musquito net and large bathroom area (also outside shower). Hosts are very friendly and love their b&b which can be seen in all details that have been thought through. Note that this is b&b so you have to drive (5 min) to hoedspruit to have dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super schöne Lodge! Angenehme Gastgeber, schöne neue Zimmer, sehr sauber
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Das B&B liegt in einem Estate, hiervon erreicht man super den Krüger Park und die Panoramaroute... Man wird sehr herzlich aufgenommen und die Unterkunft ist perfekt... beim Frühstück hatten wir Warzenschweine um uns herum :-D auch der angenotene Grillabend war sehr gut.. ein rundum perfekter aufebthakt :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Brasil, São Paulo

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

Perfeito! Maravilhoso! Único!

Os donos Ivette e Edgar são maravilhosos, simpáticos, solícitos, fazem tudo pela gente! Deram mil dicas sobre tudo, sobre todos os safaris, onde ir no Kruger, onde jantar, onde passear. Eles fizeram um churrasco Sul-africano para nós que foi perfeito! Interagimos muito com eles e com os hóspedes! O hotel é pequeno, mas absurdamente exclusivo, reservado, lindo, bem distribuído, com javalis e Kudus no quintal! Eu voltaria mil vezes para lá! E ficando lá, fizemos safaris na reserva privada do Manyeleti! Perfeito! Amei mais que tudo e me despedi como se estivesse deixando minha família para trás, de tão apegados que ficamos! Recomendo um milhão de vezes!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

marcos, Rj

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

Sonho indescritível

Bushbaby é uma reserva onde lá dentro você poderá avistar varios animais sem nenhum custo onde vc mesmo fazendo seu próprio Safari diurno ou noturno. O café da manhã maravilhoso. O quarto muito novo , limpo , bem decorado de bom gosto , chuveiro maravilhoso para seu banho . Com tomadas USB pelo quarto para facilitar sua vida . Equipe sempre solicita Porém Yvete uma que não pertence a esse mundo de tão doce e sempre fazendo de tudo para te ver feliz e te ajudando conhecer os animais da reserva e outras opcoes . Avisamos a ela que faríamos um Safari no kruguer no dia seguinte é carinhosamente ela preparou um cooler com com sanduíche e cafe facilitando nossa vida um carinho muito especial muito alem do que serviço Parabéns bashbaby
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018