Portion 34 Parsons Nature Reserve, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#8 of 74 hotels in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 26 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.3
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Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Linde
NetherlandsThe staff was excellent. Very kind and helpful. All the meals were amazing and the set up was lovely. Rooms were very clean and nice. They really made our new years celebrations special, and even paid special attention to one of our birthdays. The ranger Jesse is amazing! Great game drives and always goes the extra mile to make it even better.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Juliette
NetherlandsWe had a great stay. Even though the weather was bad Jesse and the staff did everything to make our stay as pleasant as possible
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2023
Daphne
NetherlandsUnique location surrounded by beautiful nature with friendly staff who go the extra mile for their visitors.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
Mantombi
South AfricaThe views were exceptional along with the service
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 10 April 2023
Helena
Netherlandseverything was awesome
the staff was amazing and the location was exceptional
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 27 December 2022
Tania
BelgiumSuper friendly staff! Really enjoyed staying there
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 22 October 2022
Kony
South Africathe staff was very friendly, and went above and beyond to make my birthday special. I requested for a special setting and was executed to the T 😊 the game drives were amazing, the game ranger went all out for us to see and experience animals in the wild.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 30 September 2022
Amy
NetherlandsDrinks are not included.
Very kind people and a beautiful lodge to stay. The lodge was very clean and had a nice view. Amazing food and an amazing ranger to do your safari’s with. It was fantastic!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 25 September 2022
Floor
NetherlandsWhen you drive to the accommodation, put first “Parsons Nature Reserve Gate” in your navigation, before you put the lodge to get to the right gate. Be aware that the drive in the park to the lodge is bumpy and will take you 30minutes. If you prefer not to drive by yourself, ranger Jesse will offer to pick you up at the gate.
Very beautiful accommodation in the middle of Parsons Nature Reserve. The rooms a very clean and beautiful. The bath and shower are really great and warm. The bed is not too hard and not too soft. The view from your bed is amazing, just as at all points of the accommodation. There is a built sitting spot just above the park with an amazing view, we’re you can have your diner or just drink a glass of wine and see the sunset! The pool is clean and is very nice to sit. Every one night of your stay there is a drive included. Ranger Jesse knows were he is talking about and can answer every question you have! We saw in a night drive a hurdle of lionesses and a leopard!!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 19 September 2022
Wouter
NetherlandsWiFi was slow, but who needs the distraction of internet in a place like this
We had a wonderful stay. The staff was so nice, very helpful and flexible. The Game Drives were awesome and we completed the big five at our fourth drive. The food was delicious and the swimming pool was small but nice. The chalet was clean and luxurious with an amazing view. We stayed for 3 nights and were sad to leave the place. We would definitely recommend this lodge to everyone!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 10 May 2022
Nomagugu
South AfricaWe stayed in the tent int the wild. The only couch available is the one on the patio. It would be great to have a seat inside for the evening when you want to relax and still feel safe. The tent is also not spacious, compared to other lodges of a similar price range. Also, the number of towels provided could be increased. We didn’t see much of the Big 5, except for lions and elephants (I’ve never seen such a large population of elephants in one park). The guest loo in the dining area needs to have the handle fixed. You have to lift it to stop the water running continuously.
The staff went out of their way to provide a great experience. We travelled from Johannesburg and underestimated the travel time to Hoedspruit. We reached the lodge after 22:00. The staff received us warmly and still served us dinner. They were very attentive throughout our stay. The lodge is stunning, especially in the evenings! The grounds are kept neat and clean.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 12 October 2021
Kholofelo
South AfricaTheir chef was amazing, enjoyed our meals
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 15 July 2021
Joy
South AfricaThere's nothing that we didn't like about IsiLimela
The images of IsiLimela and some of the reviews don't do this place justice. Even in peak lockdown, with all the restrictions and limited staff.. IsiLimela gave us a world class service : From the communication with Micheal leading up to the trip, the quintessential warm South African welcoming and hospitality by Cosmo, mouth-watering food prepared by Kopano, informative game drive with Sipho, the immaculate cleanliness of the rooms by Phindi and serenity at the lodge was more than we could have asked for.
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 3 June 2021
Lekhotla
South AfricaThe hosts and staffs nothing
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 27 May 2021
Lerato
South AfricaThere was nothing we didn't like
The meals were freshly prepared, every day. There was different food to try out everyday. The cleaning staff never missed a beat! The game drives were tons of fun and very educational!
Stayed in April 2021
Reviewed: 20 May 2021
Pieter
South AfricaN/A
Fantastic staff! Beautiful lodge with wildlife all around you. Food was great and rooms comfortable.
Stayed in April 2021
Reviewed: 6 April 2021
Johannes
South AfricaThe staff was very friendly..
Stayed in April 2021
Reviewed: 5 April 2021
Chantelle
South AfricaThe staff are exceptional!!! Yolanda-front desk, met us after our daily game drive with the sweetest smile & most refreshing welcome drinks. Sipho-our guide, has some hidden bird calling talents. Bheki & Sipho's knowledge of the bush is limitless adding insight to every game experience. Kopano-the chef, cooked up a fine dining storm & wowed us with every meal. Our room was spotless & comfortable. Thank you to everyone at Isilimela for a wonderful experience that we will never forget. We miss you and hope to visit again. 💚
Stayed in March 2021
Reviewed: 4 April 2021
Brian
South AfricaNothing
Everything about this property was just perfect, the experience was excellent. The food was amazing, the quality of people skill from the staff was amazing
Stayed in April 2021
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Sunette
South AfricaWould like coffee and tea in room
Very nice breakfast,and dinner
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2021
Boipelo
South AfricaFood was not great, you not being asked how you like your eggs or even meat done. Location is also far, it’s like 15-20 mins drive from the gate to the actual resort I also didn’t like that someone will go in your room while you not there. Not being able to have your own alcohol & the alcohol that they sell is so limited some of the drinks didn’t even have prices.
Very clean & friendly staff members Very quiet & peaceful The place looked absolutely beautiful
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Anonymous
South AfricaPoor service
Nothing
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 January 2023
Eleanor
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2021
Botha
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2021
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