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Raptor Retreat Game Lodge

4.0 star property
Enjoy 5 outdoor pools at this 4-star Balule Game Reserve lodge

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Raptor Retreat Game Lodge

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5 outdoor pools
Elephant Lodge | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Free daily full breakfast
Elephant Lodge | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hot stone massages, detox wraps, manicures and pedicures

Overview of Raptor Retreat Game Lodge

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
39 Balule Parsons Nature Reserve, KT 155, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Popular LocationHoedspruit Wildlife Estate48 min drive
  • AirportHoedspruit (HDS)58 min drive
  • Popular LocationJessica the Hippo61 min drive
  • Popular LocationPhalaborwa Gate70 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Tent | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Tent

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Elephant Lodge

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Cottage

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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5 outdoor pools

Buffalo Lodge

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Chalet | Terrace/patio

Family Chalet

  • 883 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Balule Game Reserve

In regional park.At this Balule Game Reserve lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Greater Kruger National Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Selati Game Reserve. Makalali Game Reserve is within 20 miles (32 km) and Grietjie Game Reserve is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 48 min drive
  • Jessica the Hippo - 61 min drive
  • Grietjie Game Reserve - 63 min drive
  • Phalaborwa Gate - 70 min drive
  • Blyde River Canyon - 117 min drive

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 59 min drive

About this property

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge

Enjoy 5 outdoor pools at this 4-star Balule Game Reserve lodge
Raptor Retreat Game Lodge offers its guests 5 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Raptor Retreat Game Lodge. A roundtrip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Balule Game Reserve lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Raptor Retreat Game Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with private plunge pools and safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desk chairs. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include hot stone massages, detox wraps, and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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, debit cards, and cash
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, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge Hoedspruit
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Raptor Retreat Game Hoedspruit
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Raptor Retreat Game Lodge Lodge
Raptor Retreat Game Lodge Hoedspruit
Raptor Retreat Game Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

How close is Raptor Retreat Game Lodge to the airport?

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge is 33.4 mi (59-min drive) away from the Hoedspruit (HDS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Raptor Retreat Game Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge offers an airport shuttle.

Does Raptor Retreat Game Lodge offer free breakfast?

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Raptor Retreat Game Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Raptor Retreat Game Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Raptor Retreat Game Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Raptor Retreat Game Lodge have a pool?

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge features 5 outdoor pools.

Does Raptor Retreat Game Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Raptor Retreat Game Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, mani/pedis, and detox wraps.

How close is Raptor Retreat Game Lodge to downtown Balule Game Reserve?

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge is 5 mi away from Balule Game Reserve.

Raptor Retreat Game Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 times and still awesome
We absolutely love this game lodge which is why its our 5th time visiting. Whenever we come to Greater Kruger we start with several days relaxing at Raptor Retreat because it is so quiet, comfortable and friendly. Staff and hosts are excellent, as is the meals and surroundings. Our spirit place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ngwako

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Themba

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

lindokuhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Thinadzanga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had the most amazing stay at the lodge. The staff were so attentive and always smiling. The owners were fantastic- nothing was too much trouble . Keith was so animated and so keen to explain everything about the bush. His enthusiasm was infectious and we learnt so much. He is a real Doctor Doolittle. What could possibly beat sitting on your deck drinking early morning coffee as a male lion walked by.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Game drive was a bit quite animals wise and you need a 4x4 to cope with the ride in but a lovely place.

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was such an incredible experience at Raptor retreat. We enjoyed our stay at the elephant lodge! The whole staff is so kind and the food is very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023