Posted on May 5, 2025
Guest User
We were very pleasantly surprised when we found ourselves in a house with a kitchen as we have a toddler granddaughter travelling with us and the executive room was very safe and this made it easy to sterilise bottles and prepare our own food. We went on an evening safari however our transport was late and we held up the safari crew leaving on time. When we returned from our safari we were offered a meal at spur to be delivered so we placed the order around 8.30 at night. Two hours later our meals had not arrived and we went to bed hungry and very unhappy. All the excuses under the sun were offered over these two hours. In the end we cancelled it as too late and upset to eat. Spur offered a free breakfast to make up for the calamity of the previous evening however as I booked the rate that included breakfast we declined. We placed your order for breakfast and it was delivered to the house as requested and it was beautiful. When we went to hand back the keys the lady said we needed to pay for the breakfast. I had to show her the rate that I booked included breakfast so I had already paid for it. We did not pay and I left unhappy and declared we would never be back. I would suggest better communication and never trust the local delivery people. Get yourself to the Safari gate there is parking there and get yourself dinner or make your own. The accommodations were excellent for us it was the local delivery people who really let us down. Also maybe book the rate that does not include breakfast then when they charge you for it it will be ok.
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Price per night from:€39
Posted on May 13, 2025
Xxuanie
It’s our honeymoon, and we’re glad we chose South Africa as our honeymoon destination! Spent 4 nights at Grand Kruger Lodge and booked 2 game drives, a sunrise bush walk and sunset drive via the lodge.
The lodge staff were good representatives of South African hospitality; we were well taken care of since day 1 - from decorating our room to welcome us for our honeymoon, the delicious and homely dinner spread (we looked forward to checking out the handwritten menu on the blackboard daily!), the friendly chats to find out if we enjoyed our Kruger National Park experience, leaving us chocolates on our bed after dinner etc. Returning to the lodge after our day felt like returning home to meet close friends whom we knew by name. Special shoutout to Innocent (yes that’s a staff’s name) who even gave us a ride back to the lodge when he saw us walking on the dirt path back after visiting Marloth viewpoint!
The game drives were conducted by the lodge safari guides, while the bush walk and sunset drive were conducted by SAN Parks rangers. We got Tamba as our game drive guide and learnt loads from him! From learning how to identify male/female animals via their distinctive features, to looking out for telltale signs such as animal poop and footprints to determine if the animals were nearby, the drives were like a live Nat Geo experience!
Definitely miss this place and everyone we met at Kruger/Marloth. Thank you for the lovely memories 😊
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Posted on Jul 30, 2026|Double Room
That girl abroad
This was such a convenient location as it was in the middle of all the places we needed to go to do the panoramic route. The host didn't have our booking when we arrived and we were almost shown away. I insisted that we need a place to stay and she eventually allowed us in. We stayed in a room the first night and moved to the actual room we booked from evening 2. I loved that we could park our car behind secured gates. But I felt like an inconvenience having to call or ask for the gate to be opened whenever we had to leave early in the morning or at night coming back. The room was beautiful and just what we needed. There were extra blankets and beds felt nice to sleep in. I feel however the bathroom especially the shower and between the bath and the shower needs a proper cleaning. They came to make the bed and clean every day which was really nice
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Posted on Oct 13, 2026|Gogo's Cottage
TatianaLidWe spent a few nights at the White House Lodge and stayed in full delight. This is exactly the case when the guest house feels like a house, not like a faceless hotel.
The room was perfectly clean, the bed was fresh, everything was thought up to tiny things. It feels like the house is being watched with love.
The garden is a separate pleasure. It was nice to go out in the morning with a cup of coffee and just sit in silence among the green. Everything is neatly, careful, you can see the hand of the careful host.
The hostess soul of this place. Thanks apart for her hospitality! The dinners she cooked were above all praise delicious, homely, with a soul. And the main thing she took over the whole organization: helped pick up tours exactly under our interests and organized transfers as we were comfortable. We felt not as tourists, but as long-awaited guests.
If you are looking for a quiet, cozy place with human warmth and real care White House Lodge it is it.
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Price per night from:€40
Posted on Feb 15, 2024
Guest User
What a spectacular place!!! Visited with my friend for a few days. It was her first time in South Africa. Experience left such a beautiful impression of our beautiful country and its people❤️❤️❤️ The place and staff were AMAZING!!! So friendly, helpful, cheerful - always a pleasure to be around. The food and drinks provided were delicious and spectacular. Our room was always clean, made up and fully stocked with drinks and snacks. The game drives were informative and spectacular - phenomenal drivers. Transportation from and to the airport was timely and fantastic! Definitely recommend staying here!!! Special thanks to Victor, Benedict, Reyneke*, Sam, Jane, Hamilton, Imagine, Marita, S’fiso, and the list goes on😁😁😁 My friends and I are already planning our next visit back!!!
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Posted on Nov 10, 2025
Guest User
Beautiful room with a phenomenal view! Great location, about 20 mins from Kruger park.
The space was large, spotless, and the bed was extremely comfortable — perfect for a relaxing stay. I appreciated the thoughtful touches like the complimentary sherry, water, and milk in the room.
The staff were exceptionally friendly and went above and beyond: they had dinner ready for me even though I returned after restaurant hours, and they kindly held my luggage the next morning when I had to leave at 5 a.m. The pool looked incredible, though unfortunately I didn’t have time to use it.
Overall, an outstanding experience with wonderful hospitality and very well maintained grounds. I’d definitely stay here again!
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Posted on Aug 2, 2024
Cool_cat
I have lots of things to say about this guesthouse. It was my first time staying at a guesthouse but I must say that the experience was awesome 👌. I loved every moment here and the staff was great too. It felt so good staying at this place and being surrounded by nature made it an unforgettable experience. I even went for a jog with two members of the staff the morning before check out; around 5am.
I would definitely recommend this guesthouse for those using Malelane gate to get to Kruger NationalPark. The price is worth it too.
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Price per night from:€49
Posted on Apr 12, 2026
Hol LabsThis has to be one of the nicest hotel in the safari. We stayed at the newly built 2 bedrooms plunge pool villa, it is spectacular! Everything is perfect, from the interior design, panorama view, pool, amenities, beds, service and everything is amazing! Our safari guide is the best, he is great with children and also very knowledgeable on everything in the reserve from animals, birds, trees, insects and roads, on and off roads. The kitchen staffs offers us delicious meals everyday, everything is perfect!
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Price per night from:€1,445
Posted on Nov 3, 2025
Porken
“We had a truly wonderful stay at Simbavati Waterside. The hospitality and attention to detail made our experience unforgettable. Special thanks to our guide Sheddy for his deep knowledge and enthusiasm, our tracker Allan for his sharp eyes and calm professionalism, and our butler Richmond for his warm service and thoughtful care throughout the stay. Every part of the experience — from the game drives to the meals — was exceptional. We hope to return one day!”
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Price per night from:€937