African Rock Lodge offers luxury thatched-roof accommodation in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. It features an outdoor pool with sun terrace, a rustic bar and a shared TV lounge.
All of the air-conditioned rooms include a seating area and free WiFi internet. The en-suite bathrooms are decorated with earthy stone tiles and have double washbasins, a rain shower, a bath and free toiletries.
A daily buffet breakfast is served in the restaurant or enjoy a typical South African barbecue on the tiled terrace. There is a well-stocked bar, DVDs and books in the guest lounge.
Attractions in the area include game drives, horse riding, hiking and tours of Kruger National Park. More adventurous options are canoeing and river rafting, which can all be arranged at the tour desk.
Blyde River Canyon is a 40-minute drive away from African Rock Lodge. An airport shuttle is available for Eastgate Airport, 11 km away by car.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“Selected because on a wildlife reserve we were delighted to have sightings of both male and Female Nyala and watching a family of banded mongoose from our balcony. We took both evening and early morning walks into the reserve and enjoyed seeing...”
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Miles
United Kingdom
“The staff are the nicest team I’ve ever stayed with, incredibly hospitable, kind, friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. The rooms, dining terrace, Braii and fire pit and pool area are all amazing, with wildlife on your doorstep. The food was...”
Cathy
United Kingdom
“Spectacular! One of the best-run hotels we’ve ever stayed in. Attention to detail was impeccable, food was delicious and hosts were wonderfully welcoming. Thank you for a lovely stay.”
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Kathryn
United Kingdom
“Such a gem. The animals come right onto the property. The layout of the complex was lovely, with a welcoming fire next to the braai area. The food was delicious and the staff very friendly.”
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Jörg
Switzerland
“Perfect start to the South Africa trip. Spend two nights: one evening walk in the reserve, seeing giraffes by foot. Next day roadtrip to blyde river canyon which is nearby. Every evening finished off with a braai. I can confirm other reviews, and...”
Luis
France
“Our stay here was just exceptional. The place has animals all around and the facilities are super good.”
Olesya
United Kingdom
“The place is simply magical. Coming from a big city, this was such a blast to experience nature and tranquility. Location is convenient for exploring Blyde river canyon and also in the middle of a wildlife reserve where you can walk or cycle when...”
Ria
United States
“The hosts were so friendly and helpful. I'm interested in birds and I could walk down to a beautiful bird hide, just down the road. The food was really good and I loved my room!! I would highly recommend this place for a quiet and peaceful stay...”
Bin
Botswana
“The room is very clean and hygienic, the breakfast is very delicious, the service staff is very enthusiastic, the surrounding environment is very quiet and comfortable, and people and animals coexist in harmony.”
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Higor
Brazil
“Our stay at African Rock Lodge was absolutely fantastic. Juliet and Sander are wonderful hosts who go above and beyond to make you feel at home. The food was delicious and prepared by them with so much care. The rooms were always spotless, as they...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
Cuisine
South African
Ambiance
Family friendly • Traditional
House rules
African Rock Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
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 1 year 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
1 - 3 years
Cot always available
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
BankcardCash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform African Rock 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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
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