Gowrie Main Road Box 947, Manyeleti Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, 1363 Hoedspruit, South Africa
#75 of 76 hotels in Hoedspruit
Guests' ChoiceBased on 62 hotel reviews
7.1Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.7
Location
6.6
Facilities
7.0
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.3
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Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Jente
BelgiumNo hot water & elektricity No flexibility for breakfast
Friendly staff Nice concept
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Renier
South AfricaNeed a fridge in the rooms
Great place, loved the staff. Food was amazing
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2022
Kamo
South AfricaIt was cold at night and I was paranoid about finding rats. The hot water took too long to kick in
The staff was very friendly. The area is very natural. It was warm during the day time. Good value for money
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 14 August 2022
Amanda
New ZealandExpected a quiet bush getaway with animal noises at night, however it is located close to a township and party music could be heard well into the early hours of the morning.
English Breakfast
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 May 2022
Shirley
South AfricaThe roads to the facility are not good.
The staff was friendly, helpful and accommodating. The highlight for me were the game drives with Billy. I developed a new found love and appreciation for all wildlife during the drives.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 28 March 2022
Renesh
South AfricaOur 4 sleeper tented camp could have been larger
Breakfast was good. The chef was great. Friendly staff
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 28 February 2022
Khensani
South AfricaThe water pressure was very low so we couldn’t shower nor bath properly. Also there’s a local community nearby therefore during the night all you hear is loud music.
I loved the food, breakfast and dinner. It was very delicious and we didn’t have to pay extra, it was included in the booking
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 16 February 2022
Andronica
South AfricaNothing
The place is secluded. It gives you ample time to relax and disconnect from the outside world and busy life. The host and staff were very friendly and accommodating. I enjoyed the dinner around the fire and over-stars. The last night on stay got to have dinner outside our tent. Billy is a great host and has a lot to share about the town and also enjoyed his tour where we learned a lot about the big five and also other animals.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 10 February 2022
Anna
South AfricaThere were some extra costs that were not disgusted.
The experience and the staff was wonderful. The food was excellent and the guided tour, as out of this world.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 11 January 2022
Anandroy
South AfricaMeal portions bit small for adults
Good value
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 3 January 2022
Sello
South AfricaThe mattress was very uncomfortable, But the owner promised to change them now
The tents are beautiful, strong and tied, the bush dining area is stunning with a boma, The owner Bhilly was there to assist with our needs, The game drive to Manyeledi Game Reserve was exceptional
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 24 December 2021
Moswatse
South AfricaElectricity outages and loud music noise from nearby village
Breakfast was good and the location very good
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Masopa
South AfricaSnakes Staff were unprofessional and their English was bad
I didn't like everything , we even not safe because we've seen a snake near our apartment and stuff are not professional
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Michael
AustraliaVery potholed road - far off the tar. Strange and uncomfortable stories from manager/owner? Billy.
Friendly staff and good food. Great game viewing.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Jeannette
South AfricaThe lodge was not easy accessible at all, more than 2 hours drive on 40km , unbearable road conditions. The tents are not fully equipped with no fridge/freezer we were unable to store or food the lodge only have a small freezer available but already full. Not self catering but not a real restaurant also. The bathroom had a horrible smell and the lights died and we were left in the dark for the night. The dinner was just beef stew and sump with tasteless gem squish soup for a starter. The gate is within distance but considering the road conditions the drive there is roughly 2.5 hours. We arrived during unwelcoming weather off coarse no fault of the lodge but there are not really any amenities available for rainy weather , im sure in dry conditions it would be much lovelier. In my opinion a little overpriced
The staff was friendly
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Mpho
South AfricaThe tents are very old. Beds are not up to standard. On their information page, they have overstated things that are not in the tent. For example, it says there is a fridge and dining cam be dine in a tent. The pictures indicate so as well, but it is not the case. Eating at the tents is discouraged.
The location is good, and the staff is very friendly and willing to assist
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Gugulethu
South AfricaLloyd is a very uninterested manager/chef (but kept hiding behind non existent management - There was no visible management on site). Our welcome was so nonchalant The food portions were small and unfilling even the children went bed hungry with no other options if you wanted more food. Some food was recycled the next day to force us to finish. Drinks were overpriced. Had multiple people sharing a hot flat 2L cold drink for R25 a glass. Wine was hot, ice melted fast and we were not allowed to bring our own drinks. Four cousins sweet wine, one of the cheapest around was charged R300 a bottle. There was no desert for new years and 1 small scoop of ice cream the one night. Roads were treacherous, 1 hour on the road is 2 hours. Game drive is over priced and Kruger is far, don't be fooled by the pictures. They do not facilitate any activities, nor do they have direct access to the park. There was absolutely no entertainment organized for new years. After we did our own thing only then did they offer things. Breakfast was slow, dinner was late. Pest control withing the tents was not good. Mattresses were old and brown, springs were on bed were poking at your back. Rats entered room through holes in the ceiling and was eventually covered with a plastic bag after multiple requests. Bathroom smelt of mold, mats in shower were black and old. Holes in the sheets, with dirty sheets
Nothing
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 December 2023
Allan
South AfricaNothing
Everything
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Oelofse
South AfricaThere wasn’t a swimming pool No aircon in the tent
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Björn
GermanyEverything was perfect.
Billy and Lloyd were perfect hosts.We really enjoyed their company.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Johan
South AfricaVery friendly staff, excellent service. Great food.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 13 June 2023
Neo
South AfricaFood Maintenance of the place
Staff
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 12 May 2023
Tammy
South AfricaThe government road leading up to the road isn't great, go slowly as there are many potholes. However my Mercedes GLC made it just fine and I considered it part of the adventure.
What an incredible stay! I felt like I was transported into the middle of Botswana! The staff met ally expectations and more! They even washed a jacket for me when I asked. I went on a Tues and was the only guest yet they still pulled out all the stops, the meals were incredible (so much delicious food). I did the cultural village tour which was fantastic and a 4 hour game drive which I highly recommend. You stay in lovely luxury tents and the staff ensure your tent is closed even when you forget to close it. It was such a lovely break from the city and if your aim is to relax and get away from it all then this is the place .
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 2 February 2023
Len
South AfricaRoad there No signs Not 29 km from Hoedspruit 80 km through bad roads & townships Not recomended to travel after dark No even a kettle to make coffee ariving at 20H00 Definitely not a luxury tented camp Host Billy not available on phone No one to open gate had to hoot and wait 10 min Worst breakfast ever
Nothing
Stayed in February 2023
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