Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate Wag 'n Bietjie, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#11 of 77 hotels in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 179 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
9.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 April 2024
Pereira
South AfricaNothing
We loved the family friendliness of the guests and hosts. We felt as though we were part of Patrick and Nathalie’s (hosts) family. Very comfortable lodge with lots to do for the whole family.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Riana
NamibiaWonderful place, highly recommended. We loved it.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Manon
NetherlandsThe Lodge where you whisper in the giraffe's ears !!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
David
United KingdomThe property is superb, surounded by the bush and you can see many animals around. The staff is amazing, professional as it gets, and the couple who manage it are both very friendly and show interest into the guest as well as help them any way they can. The dinner was amazing as well, presentations was like in a high level restaurant
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Rachel
South AfricaThey didn’t have variety of food to cater for kids
The area . It was so quiet and relaxing exactly what we needed since we stay in a big city !!!!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Rick
NetherlandsNothing, everything was great
Everything about our stay at Lindiwe safari lodge was fantastic! The staff and the owners were absolutely amazing. The accommodation was spot on, and the estate was beautiful. The food was authentic and delicious, and we were even accompanied by some wild animals at the lodge during dinner. It's an ideal location for a safari through Kruger park, a safari through private reserves, and even a scooter ride through the estate as well. I would definately recommend everyone to stay here!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Nokuphila
South AfricaNothing
Everything
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Daniel
South AfricaThe mattress might need upgrading.
Great location, only had the breakfast packs and did not sit down for it. Fed the Njala on Saturday morning. Which was amazing.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Elaine
United KingdomVery comfortable. It was on a wildlife estate so have to drive to restaurants
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Criseld
South AfricaNothing
A lot of choice Buffet and on the menu breakfast Sweet & salted proposals
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Khumoetsile
South AfricaNothing - will come back
All
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Suzette
South AfricaWhat we did not like .... that we only stayed for one night, on our way back to Pretoria. We loved everything!
We were met upon arriving with a very warm welcome. The lodge has a beautiful pool with warthogs as 'pets' coming very close to the dining area (all safe!). The room has everything you need. A looovely big bath, outside shower, small fridge, coffee machine, mosquito nets (could not find a mosquito in our room) and excellent mattrass. Slept very well. Breakfast was also fantastic!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Finbar
IrelandThat we didnt stay for longer
Everything, absolutely perfectly placed in a beautiful wildlife estate with animals everywhere
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Mapula
South Africathe staff was very welcoming and friendly..it was comfortable and clean..felt like home
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Bas
NetherlandsThe staff really did their best to make you feel comfortable without being too much. We loved Lindiwe!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Kristina
United StatesWiFi wasn't great but we didn't visit South Africa to be on our devices 😊
We had a wonderful experience. Natalie and Patrick as well as their employees were all wonderful. We loved the location and wish we could have stayed longer! It was nice to have a family suite so our son had his own comfortable bed, not just a pull out couch. We also appreciated that they packed.some food for us since we had to leave before breakfast.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 July 2023
Melaniebosch75
South AfricaThere was absolutely nothing to dislike about this place!
11/10 for Lindiwe Lodge! The hosts and their staff treated us as if we were royalty and yet they made us feel like family. Tranquility haven for adults and entertainment heaven for the kids! The best place to stay in Hoedspruit!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Mokhele
South Africathe swimming pool area and the shower
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 June 2023
Hans
United StatesThe lodge, location, breakfast, 3 course dinners and Safari tours and activities were exceptional and couldnt have been better. Also the owners Patrick and Natalie and staff were very personable and welcoming. This is an awesome lodge and I can highly recommend it to everyone.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Douglas
South AfricaSet in a beautiful wildlife estate which is vey safe and has many animals to see. We saw giraffe, zebra,kudu, warthog and even a porcupine driving through the greenbelt part of the estate in our rental car. The lodge itself is stunning - even better than the photos. Property was larger than we expected with each room being a separate bungalow providing lots of privacy. They have a solar back up power system so weren’t affected by loadshedding at all which was an added bonus. We stayed in a family room which comprised a main bedroom / bath with an adjoining area with bunk beds for our kids. Room was lovely- felt light and fresh and had everything we needed. Best of all was the impeccable service from Natalie and her team. They really made us feel welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Food was delicious and would definitely recommend booking dinner there as well - it was a real treat! They even brought out a candy floss machine for the kids which they just loved.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 May 2023
Zwane
South AfricaNothing
We loved everything. Excellent communication from the owners Patrick and Nathalie, the actual place exceeded our expectations. The pictures online did not lie, we loved the warm welcome from Edith, our room and bathroom were so clean and that is always a great concern whenever we travel. The team planned an amazing birthday surprise for me, the whole team is attentive and consistent. On the morning of our departure we saw a Warthog asleep outside it was the sweetest sight. Oh and the food is so good.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 16 May 2023
Dereck
AustraliaLovely setting, peaceful and serene, perfectly balanced
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 15 May 2023
Mina
SloveniaThe host Nathalia was extreemly nice, she arranged everything, we did a electric bike bush ride, so so many animals, the dinner was just excellent, everything about this place is awesome! We wish we stayed longer….perfect place to visit, with so many things to do around there, go for it, especially if traveling with children! I highly recommend♥️
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 8 May 2023
Khutjo
South AfricaThe breakfast was great,the staff and the owners are very engaging and with a VIP treatment.
Stayed in May 2023
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