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Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

4.0 star property
Adults-only lodge with free airport shuttle and spa services

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Luxury Tent | Bathroom
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Luxury Tent

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • All-inclusive
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$3,954
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

Explore the area

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Mbali Farm, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380
  • Place, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
  • Place, Orpen Gate
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)

Room options

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Luxury Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Day bed
  • 21 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

What's nearby

  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 48 min drive

About this property

Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

Adults-only lodge with free airport shuttle and spa services
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with private plunge pools and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes day beds. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)).

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Books
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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 Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR575 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Additional fee: ZAR 140 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the national park.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Simbavati Hilltop Lodge Kruger National Park
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge
Simbavati Hilltop Kruger National Park
Simbavati Hilltop Kruger Nati
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge Lodge
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge Bushbuckridge
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

Yep, Simbavati Hilltop Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge on 8 Nov 2025 start from NZ$3,809.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

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

Does Simbavati Hilltop Lodge have a pool?

Simbavati Hilltop Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Simbavati Hilltop Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as private plunge pools and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge.

Is Simbavati Hilltop Lodge family-friendly?

No, Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is an adults-only property.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

No, but there are private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.