Blyde River Wilderness Lodge - Hoedspruit
-24.353506, 30.827798Overview
Private nature reserve lodge on the Blyde River - self-catering rooms with river views and wildlife at your doorstep
Accommodations
Blyde River Wilderness Lodge has self-catering rooms with fully equipped kitchens and balconies. Each room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a mosquito net. The property offers air conditioning and a seating area in every room.
Dining
Breakfast buffet is served at the lodge, with tea garden lunches and patio dinners available on request. Packed lunches can be arranged for day trips. The bar offers refreshments and wine or champagne.
Activities
Guests can book boat cruises on the Blyde Dam, game drives in the surrounding area, quad biking, and hot air ballooning. Walking tours are available in the private reserve. The lodge also offers access to the nearby Panorama Route and God's Window (37 miles away).
Location & Wildlife
Blyde River Lodge is set in a private reserve along the Blyde River and Drakensberg Mountains. Wildlife sightings include crocodiles and hippos in the river, as well as giraffes, zebras, and nyalas on the reserve. The property is near the Blyde River Canyon and Kinyonga Reptile Centre.
Amenities & Wellness
The lodge has two outdoor pools with sun loungers and beach chairs. Massage treatments are available on site. BBQ facilities and outdoor furniture are provided for guest use.
- Location: Private nature reserve on the Blyde River
- Rooms: Self-catering rooms with fully equipped kitchens
- Dining: Breakfast buffet, tea garden lunches, patio dinners
- Activities: Boat cruises, game drives, quad biking, hot air ballooning
- Wellness: On-site massage treatments
- Amenities: Two outdoor pools, BBQ facilities, 24-hour security
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
540 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed
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Heating
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Room size:
315 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Room size:
540 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Outdoor swimming pool
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Essential information about Blyde River Wilderness Lodge
| 💵 Lowest room price | 126 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 8.8 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 25.5 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Air Force Base Hoedspruit, HDS |
Location
- City landmarks
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