Lodge
Hoedspruit
9.6/10

African Rock Lodge

African Rock Lodge offers luxury thatched-roof accommodation in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. It features an outdoor pool with sun terrace, a rustic bar and a shared TV lounge. All of the air-conditioned rooms include a seating area and free WiFi internet. The en-suite bathrooms are decorated with earthy stone tiles and have double washbasins, a rain shower, a bath and free toiletries. A daily buffet breakfast is served in the restaurant or enjoy a typical South African barbecue on the tiled terrace. There is a well-stocked bar, DVDs and books in the guest lounge. Attractions in the area include game drives, horse riding, hiking and tours of Kruger National Park. More adventurous options are canoeing and river rafting, which can all be arranged at the tour desk. Blyde River Canyon is a 40-minute drive away from African Rock Lodge. An airport shuttle is available for Eastgate Airport, 11 km away by car.

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)
Breakfast info: Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go
Free private parking available on-site

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Kids

Children older than 16 years are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

594 Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa, Hoedspruit, South Africa

Facilities

Outdoor swimming pool Free WiFi Free parking Airport shuttle Non-smoking rooms Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Bar Exceptional breakfast

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a backyard with a fire pit with lights and a house at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a bedroom with two beds with towels on them at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a room with a room with a room with a bed at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a group of monkeys sitting next to a tree at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a bathroom with a toilet and a sink and a mirror at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a bedroom with a bed with two flowers on it at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a restaurant with a table in a room with giraffes at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a bottle of wine sitting on top of a counter at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

a bronze statue of a boy holding a utensil at African Rock Lodge in Hoedspruit

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Reviews

Sam 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Perfect first stop if landing at Hoedspruit

Pros: The brai was fantastic. The new owners and the manager are lovely!

Margaret 9/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

A visit again place

Pros: Sander and Juliet are wonderful hosts, making one feel welcome and able to relax and enjoy the lodge and it's facilities. The tranquility of the environment. Although one is almost in town, it feels like one is far away in the bush :)

Kemisetso 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Had a great time

Pros: Enjoy the breakfast great variety. Great location for wildlife

Margaret 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Great place to relax and enjoy nature on your doorstep

Pros: Selected because on a wildlife reserve we were delighted to have sightings of both male and Female Nyala and watching a family of banded mongoose from our balcony. We took both evening and early morning walks into the reserve and enjoyed seeing birds and animals on both. Sander(the owner) collected us from the Airport and returned us the following day for the start of our safari, he did not simply leave us to find our onward transport but sought them out for us. We enjoyed chatting about his family's life and the very harsh impact of Covid in South Africa.

Cons: The lighting in the bedroom could have been better, but it seems fairly common for hotel bedrooms to have rather subdued lighting, does not always suit us oldies.

Miles 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

The staff are the nicest team I’ve ever stayed with, incredibly hospitable, kind, friendly and couldn’t do enough for yo

Pros: The staff are the nicest team I’ve ever stayed with, incredibly hospitable, kind, friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. The rooms, dining terrace, Braii and fire pit and pool area are all amazing, with wildlife on your doorstep. The food was incredible, both the Meats on the Braii and the air dishes and lunches. Thanks so much to Sander, Juliette & the team, having stayed all over the globe in many places this is up there with the very very best.

Hendrik 8/10

South Africa 🇿🇦

My stay was generally good and relaxing.

Pros: The breakfast, staff and location are great. The property was generally clean, and I had a relaxing stay in a very relaxing environment. With the wifi I could keep abreast with work matters.

Cons: There was a hair ball from previous guests in the shower. The bed is a bit laid through, especially at the bedroom side.

Cathy 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Spectacular! One of the best-run hotels we’ve ever stayed in. Attention to detail was impeccable, food was delicious and

Pros: Spectacular! One of the best-run hotels we’ve ever stayed in. Attention to detail was impeccable, food was delicious and hosts were wonderfully welcoming. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Kathryn 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

A real feel that you’re in Africa, both the setting and the food.

Pros: Such a gem. The animals come right onto the property. The layout of the complex was lovely, with a welcoming fire next to the braai area. The food was delicious and the staff very friendly.

Cons: There are houses and a road nearby, they’re not intrusive.

Jörg 10/10

Switzerland 🇨🇭

Pros: Perfect start to the South Africa trip. Spend two nights: one evening walk in the reserve, seeing giraffes by foot. Next day roadtrip to blyde river canyon which is nearby. Every evening finished off with a braai. I can confirm other reviews, and say that it was the best food I’ve had during the three weeks in South Africa. 🇿🇦 thanks again sander for the lovely stay!

Luis 10/10

France 🇫🇷