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The Baobab Bush Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with spa services and coffee shop/cafe

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Terrace/patio
Zebra Suite (with outdoor shower)
Exterior
Sun deck
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, 275, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Blyde River Canyon
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Jessica the Hippo
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Leopard Suite (with outdoor shower)

Leopard Suite (with outdoor shower)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Lion Suite (with outside bath & shower)

Lion Suite (with outside bath & shower)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Elephant Suite (with outside shower)

Elephant Suite (with outside shower)

Elephant Suite (with outside shower)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Buffalo Suite (with outdoor shower)

Buffalo Suite (with outdoor shower)

Buffalo Suite (with outdoor shower)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Zebra Suite (with outdoor shower)

Zebra Suite (with outdoor shower)

Zebra Suite (with outdoor shower)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Rhino Suite (with outdoor shower)

Rhino Suite (with outdoor shower)

Rhino Suite (with outdoor shower)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hoedspruit

A family-friendly stay in Hoedspruit awaits you at The Baobab Bush Lodge. You'll find Three Rondavels and Blyde River Canyon in the region. Highlights at this lodge include in-room pools, free WiFi and lanais. .A day of pampering can include massages, body treatments and mani/pedis. At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to game viewing and bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the region of this 4-property class Hoedspruit lodge include Bourkes' Luck Potholes and Orpen Gate.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 34 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Jessica the Hippo - 38 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 45 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Xitsumbeni Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Silver Wings Spur Steak Ranch - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fig & Bean - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hat & Creek - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Baobab Bush Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with spa services and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this lodge measures 108 square feet (10 square metres) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly The Baobab Bush Lodge. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Hoedspruit lodge.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 108 sq ft of conference space
  • 10 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Baobab Bush Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and a safe. Rooms open to lanais. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes day beds. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 108 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Baobab Bush Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 100 for adults and from ZAR 100 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 250.00 per person (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Baobab Bush Lodge Hoedspruit
Baobab Bush Lodge
Baobab Bush Hoedspruit
Baobab Bush
The Baobab Bush Lodge Lodge
The Baobab Bush Lodge Hoedspruit
The Baobab Bush Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

Yep, The Baobab Bush Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body treatments.

Does The Baobab Bush Lodge have a pool?

The Baobab Bush Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes The Baobab Bush Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Wine-tasting room and couples dining, as well as private pools and rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Baobab Bush Lodge.

Is The Baobab Bush Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Baobab Bush Lodge is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Does The Baobab Bush Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Baobab Bush Lodge?

There is a golf course next to The Baobab Bush Lodge.

Reviews

The Baobab Bush Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Petaluma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees were very friendly and helpful. They drove me to several attractions when unable to confirm space with a group. The lodge has a water hole where various wildlife come to drink including 4 beautiful water bucks. Room was spacious and included outdoor shower. Bed was very comfortable. Continental or full breakfast served daily and dinner was also served on several nights for nominal price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saxon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The concierge was alone but provided an excellent overnight service and a great breakfast. Very friendly and accommodating. I would use them again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Phenomenal!!!

Fantastic location, beautiful setting, amazing hosts, perfect SA experience. The best of all things. I loved it, i chose it for the outdoor shower, recomend it for everything it offers.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relax stay at the lodge in Hoedspruit. Friendly hosts. Easy place to reach driving the reserve. Easy to see some animals near the property (walking/driving around).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best experience under the sun ☀️

From check in service was quick given a quick brief. The lodge is extremely clean with comfortable beds. The animals roaming around made the experience worthwhile.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philip, uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent. Luca is a fine host and the accommodation is very good. Nice breakfast included the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Bush but not much else

The lodge is open to the Bush. There is no protective fence. I would not recommend sitting on your patio at night unless you are ok with Bush conditions. Lights outside are turned off at night from around 8pm. We booked for 7 nights but only stayed for 5.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

wenwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place to stay, perfect hosts; food spot on; brilliant location for wildlife enthusiasts!!!

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolle Lodge, um zu Fuß das Wildlife Estate zu erkunden
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parfait

Lodge exceptionnel, très bien décoré. Piscine et jardin très agréable. Hôte accueillant et sympathique. Lit confortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the possibility to walk freely in the wildlife estate.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda R C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lugar excelente, ótimas instalações e o host Liça foi sensacional. Vale 100%
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Zimmer nahe am Wildlife Estate. Man kann sofort von der Lodge loslaufen. Das italienische Essen war stets hervorragend.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

BRUNO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lodge Exceptionnel - Accueil - Qualité - Environ

Propriétaires charmants vraiment dévoués et de très bon conseils sur les activités entre autre. Lodge de moins d'un an et demi, prestations vraiment de qualité, avec terrasse individuelle. Peuvent proposer dîner également de qualité. À conseiller les yeux fermés.

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

mitten im Busch - ein Naturerlebnis

Man muss zuerst das Gate zum Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate passieren, dann ist die Lodge jedoch nicht ganz einfach zu finden. Luca, ein wunderbarer Gastgeber, hat uns sofort freundlich empfangen. Am Abend wurde für uns ein typisch und sehr gutes italienisches Essen gekocht. Auch das Frühstück war sehr gut. Wir fühlten uns die ganze Zeit sehr persönlich betreut und erfuhren auch einiges über die Wildtiere, die wir hautnah erleben konnten.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018