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Featuring garden views, Braai Safaris Lodge in Hoedspruit provides accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This villa offers air-conditioned accommodations with a patio. There's free private parking, and the property features paid airport shuttle service. At the villa complex, the units are fitted with a outdoor furniture. Rooms include a kettle, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and some have pool views. At the villa complex, units include bed linen and towels. Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hoedspruit, like cycling. Drakensig Golf Club is 4.4 miles from Braai Safaris Lodge, while Kinyonga Reptile Centre is 10 miles from the property. Air Force Base Hoedspruit Airport is 3.7 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Golf course (within 2 miles)

Cycling

Horseback riding


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
10
High score for Hoedspruit

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Madia
    South Africa South Africa
    It is tranquil, the hosts are fantastic and very responsive, just generally friendly. The place itself is charming, with little creatures visiting from time to time. We also got everything we needed, including information on enjoying the area...
  • Jackie
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful and clean in a secluded area.I’d visit again and again.
  • Per
    Sweden Sweden
    Very nice house, comfortable and clean. Location in a wildlife reserve was nice. We recomend this place to evereyone who want a tranquil place but close to shops and restaurants
  • Naomi
    South Africa South Africa
    The place is immaculate , nicely furnished with artistic embrace. It’s a home away from home with a modern African touch.
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Big comfortable bed. Nice chalet. Game walking all over the property and free self game drive with animals near to the car.
  • Mpho
    South Africa South Africa
    I liked everything, from the room to the host & the location. We enjoyed our stay
  • Ntsako
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything, very clean, secure , central .. great facilities , pool , shower , the animals in the estate and the inclusive game drive
  • Makosha
    South Africa South Africa
    The owner Marta was very friendly, the location of the place is good and very peaceful
  • Rhulani
    South Africa South Africa
    The host met as as we arrived at the parking and greeted us with a warm beautiful smile
  • Keith
    South Africa South Africa
    Property is accessible, very clean, safe and quiet.

Host Info

9.4
9.4
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Braai Safaris Lodge is located inside the private and secure Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, in the town of Hoedspruit. Perfectly situated between the Kruger National Park and the Blyde River Canyon, which is a beautiful and conserved part of the Lowveld bush. The Wildlife Estate hosts great birdlife and plains game such as: zebras, giraffes, kudus, warthogs and impalas just to name a few, but also some occasional visits from leopards, hyenas and nocturnal animals that come in, from the surrounding Greater Kruger Nature Reserves. The Maroela Villa will allow you to experience a great balance of comfort and bush, while you are relaxing on your patio with a view, looking for animals that might come by or you can enjoy the splash pool for those hot African afternoons. A large outside patio, private splash pool and boma, 2 bedrooms with own outside private area with view and private bathroom (with fresh and soft bed linen) 1 bedroom has king size bed that can be split into 2 singles. The second bedroom has a queen size bed which has a mosquito net and a sofa single bed. Acacia Room and Gardenia Room are two spacious private rooms with a private patio overlooking the bush. Both rooms have a bath and walk-in shower. These rooms do not have access to the pool unless booked together with Maroela Villa.
Many more exclusive activities for an extra experience can be booked such as: Kruger Park Safaris, Panorama Route, Bicycle safari, Bush Walk, Horse riding safari, Cultural Village, Blyde river Cruise and Airport transfers
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Italian

Area info

Amenities of Braai Safaris Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Linens

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Private entrance
  • Fan

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Plunge pool

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Outdoor & View

  • Garden view
  • View

Transportation

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk

Miscellaneous

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Italian

House rules
Braai Safaris Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 2,500 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about $130. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Braai Safaris Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 2,500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Braai Safaris Lodge

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Braai Safaris Lodge on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Braai Safaris Lodge on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Braai Safaris Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Walking tours
    • Game drives
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Horseback riding
  • Braai Safaris Lodge is 1.4 miles from the center of Hoedspruit. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Braai Safaris Lodge on this page.

  • Yes, Braai Safaris Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Braai Safaris Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Braai Safaris Lodge (subject to availability) that have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Braai Safaris Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Braai Safaris Lodge (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.