Small scale (4 individual bungalows) stylish accommodation in a private setting. The limited number of guests make it very enjoyable. Great ranger and nice team working at the main lodge.

Stayed in March 2024

I won't lie, I cannot think of anything at the moment.

Everything was just perfect, Chef John's food was always on point, delicious and properly prepared. Nceba's hospitality was just amazing, his communication methods were just what we needed as guest, he was always available when we needed assistance from him. Timothy's game drives were excellent and intriguing, we were always looking forward to the game drives as we were learning a lot about different animals' behaviors etc.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

We were so well cared for by the team- excellent food, gorgeous suite overlooking the hills and bespoke game drives with Timothy. It was an intimate experience in an extremely tranquil place. Sundowners whilst watching rhino, giraffes and zebra was a highlight, as was lunch in the tree house in the bush.

Stayed in February 2024

Location and staff. Great to see animals

Stayed in February 2024

I like all

We love the room the view. Good is fantastic. Most of all we were lucky to have our guide Damian in our game drives. He make the difference in our trip. Hotel amazing. We will keep in our memories

Stayed in January 2024

Very private and bespoke feeling to the location, accommodation and facilities. Beautiful views from the rooms, super comfortable beds, great game viewing and food was well suited to the climate and with fresh ingredients.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

Beautiful lodge with individual bungalows providing relaxing accommodation in an amazing setting. Personal game reserve experience with Damien whose knowledge was incredible. Exciting one to one game drives seeing beautiful animals, birds and flowers in their natural habitat. Exceptional dining experiences.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing

It was the best stay during our South Africa trip so far in every respect: the safari was incredibly exciting and professionally led by our experienced RANGER Timothy. We took part in several safaris over two mornings, one afternoon and once at night. We were able to see all animal species up close, some of them in large herds, and the National Park also provides an idyllic, picturesque backdrop that we will remember for a long time. The accommodation deserves 5 stars plus, as does the service and the culinary cuisine. The bartender Nceba and the chef John pampered us beyond measure and we were treated to the delicious cuisine and cocktails in the representative Club House, which in this respect were the highlight of our South Africa trip. We can recommend this game resort, which in our opinion deserves a solid 10 points, with a clear conscience, and we will definitely come back again soon.

Stayed in January 2024

Food was typically very good but not at always at the very high standard to match a luxury reserve. Lunch was rather simple although tasty.

Beautiful place with very service minded staff. Our guide Timothy was extremely knowledgable about the bush and wildlife at the reserve.

Stayed in January 2024

The property was so well maintained and clean x could not fault x

The staff were absolutely lovely - such genuine and friendly people x

Stayed in December 2023

That we had to leave, wish we could have had more time there. ( weeks, months 🫣👍😂) The weather was a bit pants on the first day, ( raining, but that’s nothing that could be helped).

EVERYTHING, the staff Stanley the ranger was amazing, as were all the rest of the staff. The animals, food, accommodation, our fabulous welcome. It was our first visit to SA and a game reserve it was amazing. The highlight of our 3 week holiday was meeting Tahboh ( sorry if not correct spelling) of the orphaned cheetah. One of the most amazing things I’ve done.

Stayed in October 2023

There was little we could have changed. The outside shower had no towel hook.

All good and unobtrusive. Staff friendly and intelligent. The quiet and remoteness of the reserve is a tonic for the soul. We happened to be blessed with great weather. Who ever said Cheetahs never prosper?

Stayed in July 2023

Amazing experience at Hopewell! The room, food, service, and game drives all 5 star!

Stayed in March 2023

We are in awe of the efforts of Hopewell. The staff’s commitment to conservationism and enthusiasm and knowledge of the animals and surroundings is inspiring. The rooms were immaculate with breath-taking views. The cleaning and cooking staff were exceptional and incredibly friendly. Our trip to Hopewell is our most cherished memory, and we are already looking forward to returning.

Stayed in February 2023

Location, people, game drives, food, everything just perfect.

Stayed in November 2022

Nothing

Amazing experience friendly staff food was incredible. The Safari rides were incredible.

Stayed in September 2022

NOTHING

EVERYTHING! The location, the main house and the lodges were superb! The 180 view over the mountains and waterhole from our terrace where we saw the wild animals drink throughout the day was just MAGICAL! The staff and their service was welcoming, pro active and incredibly kind! The chefs prepared Michelin star quality meals accompanied with an excellent wine assortment. The rangers and guide are very knowledgeable and experienced, not a question they didn’t know the answer to! The atmosphere is calm and serene, positive vibes only! Everything you need was offered or available and so well thought out! Good and comfortable beds and excellent housekeeping twice a day. 10 out of 10 and highly recommended!! Totally worth the amount!

Stayed in September 2022

Nothing I can think of!

Our villa was beyond beautiful, and the view to die for! The staff ensured we were treated like VIP! Every detail carefully thought of! Our ranger Krystelle was very knowledgeable and sweet, she answered all the questions regarding animals and the kids enjoyed her company! We got to see most of them and our kids loved Oliver the ostrich! The food was delicious and the service personalized. wish we could have stayed longer!

Stayed in August 2022

A pool net to allow guests to help insects out of the pool and back into the garden would have been of benefit; it’s only natural that they come for a cooling drink but some of them are unable to find their way back out of the pool.

Christelle was an extremely knowledgeable guide with Paulie an excellent tracker. As the purpose of this stay was to see nature, this was the most important factor in our stay. Second most important was our comfort and ability to relax, with good service and food. Nceba and Oscar provided us with enjoyable food and drinks, often in front of a cosy fire, for which we were most appreciative; we felt like royalty. Our villa/pool was kept in good order by Sylvia, Andiswa and Frank and it was always looking great. We were grateful for the mosquito and bug spray provided, just in case, although we were more grateful still that the mosquitoes seemed to be at the end of their season as the cooler weather came. A really enjoyable trip and we would thoroughly recommend for 2-3 night stay. Very relaxing!

Stayed in April 2022

Amazing staff, they made us fell like home. Christelle and Paul made the Game Drives very special. Food has been excellent, the room very nice :-)

Stayed in February 2022

There is nothing to complain

Great place and nature is really extraordinary. Service on a high level, game drives just for the two of us. Lovely people

Stayed in December 2021

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Stayed in February 2023

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Stayed in July 2022

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Stayed in March 2024