694 Hardekool Street Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#29 of 75 hotels in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 280 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 September 2022
Brettdt
South AfricaThat I had to leave…..I’ll definitely be back though. ❤️
This has to be one of the most amazing bush destinations I have stayed in. The design and decor is brilliant. Staff are so friendly and helpful. I’d go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 19 September 2022
Aron
Netherlandswhat an amazing place! we felt welcome from the moment we arrived at the gate. Our lodge was beautiful and so luxury, it was such a treat. The atmosphere is relaxing and at the same time adventurous. Staff is super friendly and we had great conversations at the fire place. The dinner was amazing too! in the morning we enjoyed the pool and my partner saw a leopard catching it’s prey right in front of us while we were at the pool. So lucky! it made our stay even more rememberable. We will definitely stay here again when the opportunity occurs, home away from home! Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 14 September 2022
Patricia
South AfricaNothing
Everything about the place was extremely 👌
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 5 September 2022
Niels
NetherlandsWe can not praise our host Simeone enough, she went above and beyond to make sure our stay was everything we dreamed of! Plus she was very nice company during the times we were at the accommodation in between our activities. Thanks for everything!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 2 September 2022
Zandile
South AfricaWell maintained property. Very quiet and peaceful, with a great host who communicates clearly.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 16 August 2022
Melanie
South AfricaFantastic location, quiet and private, exceptional sett
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 16 August 2022
Le
FranceSmall issue with the jacuzzi!
Very beautiful place and nice staff! We spend a pleasant night there!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 11 August 2022
Shilo
South AfricaNone
Jacuzzi
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 5 August 2022
Andrew
South AfricaMy stay at Leopard's Lair was an unexpected delight, a luxurious experience in a magnificent suite. Superb service and easy convenience completed the hidden jewel that is Leopard's Lair.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 19 July 2022
Mulaudzi
South AfricaNothing - everything was exceptional.
The place was exceptional and amenities were top class.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 19 July 2022
Lynette
South AfricaDirections to Leopard's Lair were sent while I was driving to the location, so I could not read them beforehand. Arriving at a locked gate was very frustrating. Only once I phoned, was I told a whatsapp had been sent with a code. Once I arrived at Leopard's Lair, it was dark. I followed directions, but as none of the rooms have numbers on and all had lights on inside, I really battled to find my room, even with help from another guest. Very frustrating! If directions are sent sooner and rooms have numbers on, the arrival at Leopard's Lair would be a pleasure and the stay would start off on a better footing.
The room was lovely and private. The bath was a treat, looking out into the bush.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 18 July 2022
Tshireletso
South AfricaThe breakfast was worth 120.The host made sure we were well fed.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 16 July 2022
Nelson
South AfricaThe location, the atmosphere is amazing 🔥
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 12 July 2022
Refilwe
South AfricaNo cellphone reception No private pool and braai area
Easily accessible bush area The quiteness and sounds hyenas at night The lodge was nice and modern but would be very nice for a group of friends
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 2 July 2022
Janet
United KingdomIt was a bit cold in the rooms and small fire took a while to heat it up.
Friendly and helpful manager, Claire who explained everything and booked bikes for us to hire Beautiful, peaceful surroundings of the wildlife estate, but very convenient for local supermarket to get supplies. Lovely spacious room. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 10 June 2022
Leanie
South AfricaThe staf was wonderfull. And it was nice and peacefull
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 6 June 2022
Malinda
United StatesIt was beautiful. the property had a main house, pool, decks with 4 or 5 chalets that were amazing! (At least mine was). I could have stayed there forever. the bathroom had a jacuzzi tub as well as an outside shower. also, it’s in a private reserve community, which is safe to walk around, with wild game on the grounds…that was super cool.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 26 May 2022
Natalene
South AfricaNOTHING MUCH REALLY
GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 24 May 2022
Nthonipheni
South AfricaThe outdoor shower , it's not really wow. It doesn't show that it's an outdoor shower and also they don't have TV
The place is just amazing, so quiet and private. The host is amazing too, she gives ppl their space. The rooms are separate to each other. I loved their ensuite bathroom. There's a nice balcony. The pool was clean and not overcrowded it was just me and my partner ooh and lastly the writing of guest names on the door melted my heart.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 19 April 2022
Vuyo
South AfricaNothing in particular
Great location and atmosphere
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 8 April 2022
Ngcobo
South AfricaThis place is heaven on earth. The host is extremely friendly and helpful! We had to extend our stay because it was just too amazing...
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 2 April 2022
Maas
GermanyAccommodating. Friendly. Helpful. Interesting
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 2 April 2022
Karabo
South AfricaBreakfast should be included in the price or made cheaper
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 13 February 2022
Emeldah
South AfricaThe lodge is beautiful and beautiful
Stayed in February 2022
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