3 Canyon Game Reserve, Blyde River Canyon, 2194 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#63 of 78 hotels in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 29 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.7
Facilities
9.0
Staff
8.3
Value for money
8.8
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Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Venter
South AfricaThere is a lot of camera's on the property. but its understandable in the aspect of security
Friendly staff , clean with a great layout. Everything we needed was on the premises. James put out some feed for us to enjoy viewing the game on the property
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 July 2023
Ronel
South AfricaWould be nice to at least have solar back up power when there is loadshedding. Otherwise lovely.
Spacious, well equipped and really lovely environment. Has 4 large bedrooms en-suite for only 2 of us :). James brought battery lights when electricity went off.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2022
Miranda
South AfricaThe Environmetal wasn’t up to date and rooms weren’t clean and the smelling room and duvet
The only thing I like was caretaker James and his personality is good
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 22 September 2022
Timikane
South AfricaHaving to go out to access the kitchen from sitting area was just awkward Having James come around the house unannounced as early as 6am was just uncomfortable and the cameras
Very beautiful home away from the noise, stocked up with everything one needs in a home.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 May 2022
Felicity
South AfricaWhite wanting us to switch off music while they are playing music
They should allow all group to play music
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 3 May 2022
Samuel
South AfricaJust there's not enough animals 😢
James the caretaker was exceptional...everything was up to our standards and everyone had a good time....will definitely be coming back here and also referring it
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 22 April 2022
Mark
South AfricaWhen loadshedding there could be more emergency lights
The stay was relaxing in all degree.James was very helpful and delivered excellent service to my family. Was a great way just to break away and feel relaxed Thank you James
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 23 February 2022
Henk
South Africanone
Awesome lodge in the bush with no traffic noises.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 7 January 2022
Thabang
South AfricaI like the fact that I had the whole lodge to myself without anyone to share with and the caretaker was just owesome,he was welcoming and friendly.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Regina
South AfricaThe self-catering facility lacked basic amenities such as shampoo and soap, which was disappointing. Additionally, the stove had a tendency to trip the electricity, causing inconvenience during meal preparation. Another issue was the unexpected visits from the caretaker for cleaning and other tasks, which felt intrusive. Clear boundaries or a prearranged schedule for the caretaker's visits would greatly improve the overall experience.
Stunning location with a pristine setting. The spacious accommodations were impeccably clean and provided a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. The pool was a delightful oasis, ideal for enjoying sunny summer days. The cozy couch was perfect for relaxing and unwinding while enjoying the available Netflix selection.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Remekedzo
AustraliaWe checked in at Bona Intaba and found the place very dirty as per attached photos. Bathrooms were blocked. The rooms dusty bed linen unchanged. The fridge had blood and kitchen had dirty dish towels. Floors dust. The smell in the rooms was unbearable We contacted the manager James through the guy who was on-site. James stated over the phone that black people you complain too much. James said he was coming, later he said he was going to come after an hour but he stopped answering his phone and did not come. We could not cook electricity kept turning off. The shower glasses comes off railing my son sustained glass cut from falling shower glass and my 76 old mum managed to catch her unit shower glass before it also fell. The barbecue area was not cleaned. James the manager who at one point said he was the owner is very rude, defensive and lacks customer service training. The cushions are cream cushions are brown because of dirt, floor rugs are smelly and very very dirty. Bona intaba lacks maintenance, cleaning and needs upgrade of furniture. It is better to employ industry trained staff eg cleaners, manager and get less profit through happy customers who can further refer friends and family to stay at your place. I can not explain enough of how this place is a mess. Me owner in Germany your property is very well located and the building is nice but you have no Idea how your placed is badly managed.
The location.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2023
Future
South AfricaThe drainage system doesn't work properly, couldn't use the toilets in the other two rooms
Location was great
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 16 December 2022
Sadie
South AfricaOverall cleanliness was not up to standard for 4 star advertised facility Multiple Semi Broken kitchen implements Attention to details are missing like empty bathroom soap dispensers; multiple battery operated equipment/remote not working and no trash bags No game seen on the property
The lodge layout / design was superb as well as the garden / outside lighting Big comfortable aircon rooms all en suite Great entertainment BBQ area and deep splash pool with Netflix Peace quiet tranquility
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 31 December 2022
Anonymous
South Africathis is a piece of heaven on earth! perfect location and well equip the perfect bush escape close to all the things you can do in Hoedspruit and the Kruger. James and the team were so good and really helpful around the house and a bonus to have your room serviced everyday. we will definitely return and next time for longer!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 16 May 2022
Anonymous
South Africathank you
we enjoyed our stay ,staff is very friendly including the security
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Ryan
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Debbie
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 July 2023
Sasha-lee
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 23 December 2022
Hanneke
South KoreaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 24 November 2022
Glory
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 11 August 2022
Karen
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 19 July 2022
Henk
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 11 June 2022
Lisa
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 10 March 2022
Koketso
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2021
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