Safari Junction Raptors lodge, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#3 of 60 Holiday rentals in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 129 apartment reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 May 2024
Debbie
South AfricaComfortable stay everything you needed
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Julie
South AfricaWe found the signage to the lodge confusing and ended up in the wrong estate initially. Booking.com didn't give us an entry code for the main entrance gate, only for the lock box to access the unit so when we arrived we had to phone for a code. We got to unit 11 and the pin code given for the lock box didn't work so I once again had to phone for help. Turned out we had been moved to unit 16 but no one thought to tell us! We were not provided with an exit code so once again had to make a call. Donna was very helpful and obliging, nothing was too much trouble for her, but we felt that this could have been avoided by better communication from Booking.com.
Location was great, unit was lovely, outside shower was beautiful, although there was no water the next day so we couldn't use it before leaving.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Jonathan
South AfricaOverall very clean and neat. Cigarette stompies were in the braai which I had to remove before I could make my fire. The braai could have been cleaned better. Everything else was perfect.
Just stayed the night. Breakfast is not an option at raptors.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Dennison
South AfricaNothing to mention here .... had a great weekend.
All you need in the unit. Location is perfect, close to all shops and restaurants. Loved the outside shower! Very clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Lauretta
South AfricaWe couldn't find the communal pool, but it wasn't a deal breaker we enjoyed being in the house more.
The fully equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. The place is also very clean. I'd definitely come back.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Madiseng
South AfricaThe fridge and kitchen utensils
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Pontsho
South AfricaThe pool is too small
The scenery and outdoor shower
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Ntiyiso
South AfricaI loved everything about the place
The place is clean and you have your private space
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Carmen
South AfricaI always start my vacation at Raptor’s Lodge and it is a wonderful stay every time!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Jill
United KingdomWe liked everything.
Comfortable and spacious. Located in a very peaceful spot, but an easy walk to shops and restaurants. We had a lovely breakfast at the Secret Garden cafe, recommended by the owner. Great communication.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Hetty
BelgiumJust during the weekend from neigbouring lodges loud music.
beautiful lodge in a beautiful location.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Phuti
South AfricaNothing at all
Everything the property was perfect
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
Mokhondo
South AfricaNo much info about game drive and other activities, on the booklet they said R45 game drive, only to find different info when we called, please clarify for guest who'd like activities.
It's an excellent place if privacy is what you looking for. Restaurants and shops are close by, though "the kitchen is never closed if you're the cook" 😂. Loved the fully furnished kitchen and the cleaner was almost like family with her welcoming gesture and attitude. Will surely like to visit again
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Bugs
Australiaopen plan to bedroom toilet
good communication from owner
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Yvette
South AfricaN/A
Perfect location, close to shops & restaurants, yet very quiet & peaceful. Comfortable beds & excellent value for money.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2023
Anne
South Africa.
As per my previous stay - I am a repeat customer - A perfect place to stay - accessible - host kept us informed on access protocol
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 August 2023
Bianca
South AfricaCleanliness was on point and garden and unit well kept.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Bryan
South AfricaNothing, everything was great.
Everything was perfect. Clean and comfortable with everything one needs away from home. Dstv , plus all the kitchen appliances and a brilliant little braai area. What a find.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 6 August 2023
Regina
South AfricaImprove on hot water temperature. It was not warm enough
Everything was fine. Apart from leak of hot water. We had a room temperature water and it’s winter.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Conradie
South AfricaThe entrance to the lodge and the signage was a bit confusing to understand and navigate.
The open plan and the bedroom with the bathroom. Was very clean and easy to move around in the unit. The privacy for the unit and where you can interact with your own family without interruptions. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 July 2023
Jaquleen
South AfricaHousekeeping can pay attention to cleaning the microwave. It was really dirty inside. Other than this, we had a terrific stay!
Such a neat and comfortable unit. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 13 June 2023
Patrick
South AfricaAll
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Portia
South Africawe couldn’t find the common swimming pool.
I loooved everything about this property. the rooms are spacious, there is privacy. the kitchen is well packed. the bedroom the bathroom.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Ntladi
South AfricaEverything was good 😊
Everything
Stayed in May 2023
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