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Bushriver Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star apartment with free WiFi in Hoedspruit

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Bushriver Lodge

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3 Sleeper Family Unit | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Luxury Villa | Living room | 40-inch TV with digital channels

Overview of Bushriver Lodge

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
R 40 Hoedspruit to Phalaborwa, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Popular LocationMakalali Game Reserve28 min drive
  • Popular LocationHoedspruit Wildlife Estate31 min drive
  • Popular LocationJessica the Hippo56 min drive
  • AirportHoedspruit (HDS)64 min drive

Room options

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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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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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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

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About the neighborhood

Hoedspruit

In regional park.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Greater Kruger National Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Selati Game Reserve. Makalali Game Reserve is within 12 miles (20 km) and Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Makalali Game Reserve - 28 min drive
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 31 min drive
  • Jessica the Hippo - 56 min drive
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 62 min drive
  • Blyde River Canyon - 109 min drive

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

4-star apartment with free WiFi in Hoedspruit
WiFi is free in public spaces. A meeting room and coworking spaces are available. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Bushriver Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Hoedspruit apartment.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Bushriver Lodge offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided.

This Hoedspruit apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German

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

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Travel crib

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

  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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 on site
  • Ecotours on site
  • Game viewing on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Mountain biking on site
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Game drive nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Safari nearby

Safety features

  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 1 floor
  • 7 units
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels 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
  • 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
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bushriver Lodge to the airport?

Bushriver Lodge is 24.4 mi (65-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bushriver Lodge?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bushriver Lodge on Apr 26, 2024 start from $85.1, excluding 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.

Does Bushriver Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Bushriver Lodge offers an airport shuttle on request for a charge.

Does Bushriver Lodge offer free breakfast?

Bushriver Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bushriver Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Bushriver Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bushriver Lodge?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Bushriver Lodge have a pool?

Bushriver Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Bushriver Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Bushriver Lodge to downtown Hoedspruit?

Bushriver Lodge is 12.8 mi away from Hoedspruit.

Bushriver Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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.