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Experience world-class service at Moditlo River Lodge

Situated along the Nbesi River in the heart of the Blue Canyon Conservancy, Moditlo River Lodge features a rustic lodge with an outdoor swimming pool, boma bonfire and restaurant. The air-conditioned rooms come with a private patio and outdoor seating. They also include a minibar, tea-and-coffee making facilities and a safety deposit box. The en suite bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy South African cuisine and wine in the restaurant as well as al fresco boma BBQs. Activities at the lodge include game drives and bush walks, and wellness treatments are available upon request. Moditlo River Lodge is located 20 km from Hoedspruit and a free airport shuttle is provided to Hoedspruit Airport. Kruger National Park’s Orpen Gate is 50 km from the lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.0

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Benjamin
    Germany Germany
    Very nice and cosy lodge, high class, touching luxury, but not too posh, very friendly staff, super experienced guides and trackers! We had the game drive of our lives with them!
  • Katrina
    Australia Australia
    Wonderful thoughtful staff and very talented chef.
  • Neil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Game drives Rooms were amazing Staff were all lovely
  • Fabiola
    Australia Australia
    The lodge accommodation was excellent, allowing great contact with nature. The staff was very friendly and efficient and lodge facilities very well decorated and comfortable. The safari games were amazing, with a special thanks to the field guide...
  • Viktor
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We had a great time there and had amazing guides who went over and about to make the experience the best possible!
  • Davy
    Belgium Belgium
    The game drives were exceptional, our driver Aurela and tracker Derreck were the best. It was almost as if you asked to see a specific animal, they went out, searched and found it.
  • Gerdus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Incredible staff and attentiveness. Beautiful rooms. The food was amazing. Game drives were very good with knowledgeable guides and trackers in a beautiful reserve
  • Siphelele
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff was very helpful and the experience was great
  • George
    Canada Canada
    Our stay at Moditlo far surpassed our expectations in all aspects of the experience. Beautiful and tranquil luxury lodge with a friendly vibe from attentive, courteous and accommodating staff. Excellent food in Boma fireside setting as well as...
  • Karin
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff are great. Facilities and rooms are excellent. Very comfortable.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local • South African
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Moditlo River Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Mountain view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Game drives

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

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

  • Valet parking

Reception services

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

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Fitness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
Moditlo River Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 8 years are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the rate includes all meals, selected beverages and 2 game drives on the reserve per person per day. Each game drive is about 3-hours long.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Moditlo River Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Moditlo River Lodge

  • Moditlo River Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Beauty Services
    • Game drives
    • Facial treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Fitness
  • Check-in at Moditlo River Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Moditlo River Lodge is 8.1 miles from the centre of Hoedspruit. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Moditlo River Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet
  • Moditlo River Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Moditlo River Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Moditlo River Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin