Hippo Waterfront Lodge is located on the banks of the Crocodile River and only 7.5 mi away from the town center of Nelspruit and 2.5 mi away from the N4 highway.
Offering views of the garden and the river, the timber log chalets at Hippo Waterfront Lodge provide a rustic style outdoor atmosphere. Each chalet has a open plan deck with kitchen and dining area. Barbecue facilities are available.
The lodge has an outdoor pool, a bar and a restaurant overlooking the river.
Guests can take a stroll along the river bank, which offers hippo and bird watching opportunities. Guided tours to major attractions can be arranged for a surcharge. The Sudwala Caves are a 30-minute drive away and Kruger National Park can be reached within 1 hour by car.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“This is the real deal! No false advertising. Hippos at night, hippos in the morning, and hippos during the day!
Hosts Johan & Chane are awesome! Do not miss their home-cooked brai of pork chops & sausages buffet. Fantastic! Best of all... An...”
Kennedy
United States
“Lovely grounds and views over the river. I loved the outdoor kitchenette on the balcony. We saw hippos, bush babies and a few monkeys. Wonderful bird watching.”
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Timothy
United States
“It was very clean, comfortable place. Well stocked kitchen, huge shower. The staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating.”
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Racheladendorff
South Africa
“Perfect little peaceful spot along the Crocodile River. Great location close to Mbombela and a perfect stop over if you are travelling further north. Amenities were clean and worked well, the hosts and Chef were very friendly and made us feel very...”
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Laynescat
South Africa
“The view from your unit was superb. The peace and quiet were also welcomed, and relaxation came easy. Hearty supper was welcomed after a long day..”
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Lydia
South Africa
“It was clean and a good setting.. Hosts very friendly”
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Kathleen
Australia
“Location was fine, but the road in is fairly poor. The hippos in the river made up for it!”
Kruse
Germany
“Great place to stay, in particular for families - hippo watching, very close to Krueger, great food and super friendly management team and staff!”
Ronald
South Africa
“The host is very friendly, the cabins are very clean”
Mapaseka
South Africa
“The location was very conveniently close to where we needed to go. Electric blanket was a plus for me”
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Check-in
Available 24 hours
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Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
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There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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