R565, Derdepoort road, Ruighoek Lodge 14, Black Rhino Game Reserve, 0336 Pilanesberg, South Africa
#8 of 12 hotels in Pilanesberg
Guests' ChoiceBased on 15 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.3
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Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Shaeera
South AfricaThe rooms were beautiful, the staff were fantastic and Jeandre was a truly wonderful ranger. We had lovely afternoons by the pool, and saw the Big 5. A great differentiator was the walk-in cold room/ fridge, so the usual stress of trying to squeeze things into the fridge was completely absent. The main house runs off an inverter for lights during loadshedding, but the rooms don't. It is however well-equipped with lamps and we luckily didn't have much at night.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Mike
South AfricaNothing comes to mind.
The location and facilities were superb but Andrew our game ranger really made the game drives special.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Tanya
BotswanaThe only down side was that the water pumps did not work when there was loadshedding and seeing as this is happening frequently I feel the lodge owners should be making a plan to sort this out.
Excellent spot for a family and friends get together as it had just the right blend of together space and private space. Beautiful well appointed lodge with spacious rooms
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 23 March 2023
Luis
South AfricaNothing negative. Only I have the recomendation to visit Black Rhino reserve and Pilannesberg national Park.
It was an amazing experience. Enjoying the wildlife in an incredible location thanks to the professionalism and the invaluable support of our ranger Andrew and the manager Theresa. Highly recommended
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 2 March 2023
O'brien
South Africaloadshedding which is a nightmare for all of us.
The property was stunning with everything needed. The main house, pool and fire pit was really lovely. The staff were very friendly and Andrew was very knowledgeable and also friendly.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 22 December 2022
Cheryl
South AfricaThe lodge has gone to great lengths to make the place more user-friendly during loadshedding but Stage 6 obviously poses some extra challenges when you're in the bush and have to pump water uphill. Not the lodge's fault at all, but just be aware that there will be some fridge and toilet etc downtime if the loadshedding hits. It didn't worry us at all though and we still had a fabulous time. Just also watch your step around the pool as some of the slats are loose and jut out a little so they're easy to trip on.
We visited as a family of 9 and had an incredible time despite Stage 6 loadshedding. Theresa, Andrew, and the lodge staff were fantastic, and the game drives were both beautiful and wonderfully informative. The close encounters with an elephant herd and cheetahs made for stunning experience and photos. We loved lounging around the pool, watching the stars from the boma pit (fire thankfully pre-lit by Andrew), and braaiing. The rooms (especially the beds) were SO comfortable (and yay, airconditioned) and the showers were spectacular. There really was every little pot/kitchen utensil and facility you could need for a self-catered vacation, including a walk-in freezer, massive ice-maker, and large fridge and freezer. All-in-all, it was a trip where great memories were made, and the fact that we kept two teens (mostly) off their Insta feeds and engaged in the family time was superb. Big thanks to George the Scorpion for not stinging us, and especially to Andrew who absolutely shone in his communication with the 5-year-old in our group. She loved him and thought he was really fun! Thanks so much Kgorogoro. We will be back!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 11 September 2022
Kevin
South AfricaLoadshedding
Fabulous! The rooms are fantastic, the staff were amazing, well appointed and equipped kitchen and bar area. Amazing game viewing!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 23 July 2022
Hein
South AfricaSpacious, comfortable and beautifully appointed. Great facilities including a cold room and pool. Excellent onsite staff with great service.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Suzanne
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Jc
AustraliaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 13 October 2023
Ross
SwitzerlandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 13 January 2023
Casper
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 3 January 2023
Sonia
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Valkenburg
South AfricaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2023
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