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Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with spa services and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Suite, 1 Double Bed
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The price is AU$1,349
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2025

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Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
Coffee/tea maker
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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Imbali Safari Lodge

Pool
All-inclusive
Parking included
Free WiFi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (76)
The price is AU$2,122
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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About the area

Map
Skukuza, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1350

What's nearby

  • Satara - 85 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve - 85 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Kruger National Park - 100 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Orpen Gate - 100 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Andover Nature Reserve - 103 min drive - 68.3 km

Getting around

  • Skukuza (SZK) - 170 min drive

About this property

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge

Luxury boutique lodge by the river
Game and wildlife viewing, a terrace and a firepit are just a few of the amenities provided at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can also expect to find a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Game drive on-site and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge feature perks, such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, in addition to amenities, such as air conditioning and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

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

Spa

  • In-room massages

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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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 - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time to arrange check-in. Late check-in may not be possible, and will incur a fee.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR135 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hoyo Hoyo Lodge
Hoyo Hoyo Safari
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Kruger National Park
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge Kruger National Park
Hoyo-Hoyo Tsonga Hotel Kruger National Park
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge Lodge
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge Bushbuckridge
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge Lodge Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge on 18 Jan 2025 start from AU$1,325.78, 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 Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this all-inclusive lodge is steps from Greater Kruger National Park and 30.1 mi (48.4 km) from Satara.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 91 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The safari guides were excellent and the staff were all great. We enjoyed the isolated location, food, and total experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephan

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Shocking experience. Price tag not justified!
The only thing luxury about this stay was the price-tag attached. We and another couple were the only guests due to the flooding in Kruger. Until the day of our arrival, we were not advised if we could actually stay… despite checking with Hoyo Hoyo on every possible channel. The service was shocking. The staff clearly did not care about us. For example, our waiter forgot between our starter and mains that we were both vegetarian… At other times we could not find staff to assist us when we had questions. One small positive were the game drives. Hali (our driver) clearly was passionate about his job. Having stayed at several properties with a similar price tag in national parks both South Africa and other places in Africa, this was by far the worst experience and not the luxury promised by Hoyo Hoyo in its advertising.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, amazing animals, great food, amd some of the best staff and guides ever.

10/10 Excellent

Kagiso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Astoninishing
The stay was amazing. The service was astounding, Harold made us feel welcome and the star of the stay was Given. He catered to all of our needs. The rooms where always clean, the food was bewildering and the game drives were spectacular. Shaun is an amazing tour guide.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the coolest places I’ve stayed. The property was gorgeous with the deck overlooking a watering hole, so you get to watch elephants and other animals that come in to drink while you’re having dinner. Our hut was gorgeous and the staff are extremely helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely experience
We enjoyed being at Hoyo Hoyo enormously and will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property lied about their amenities. They claim on the internet and with operators to have Wifi and they do not have wifi, not even a land line. If you need to stay in touch with family, your kids back home or work or your business it is impossible. The staff lies and does not want to help. We had to leave the hotel, go back to Kings Camp, and loose our money. They do not consider it fraud to lie to their clients and did not want to refund. In our 6 people group some had kids back home as small as 6 years old and some our own business and payments to make and work. It was impossible for us to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a personal service. Brilliant! Wonder Boy was brilliant, and Wes the safari guide was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and an awesome location inside of Krueger National park. Loved watching the animals visit the watering hole from the deck. Clean, comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great the food was great also the safari where very interesting saw a lot of animals.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a fantastic experience, the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, the food was good, having a beer whilst looking at a herd of elephants drinking at the watering hole opposite the lodge was a particular highlight and the outside shower was not an all together unpleasant experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Josh, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay at Hoyo Hoyo. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Food was excellent. Drive guides were outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Safari with added Tsongan culture.
Amazing safari stay at Hoyo Hoyo. In addition to the amazing safari, partaking in the local Tsongan culture gave an added experience to the stay. There were no distractions like wifi or TVs. The hospitality of the Tsongan staff, the nature and the always present fauna kept you company.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hoyohoyo delivers
A really nice private logde in the Kruger park. The rooms are cosy with a big bed, outdoor shower and a nice terasse facing a dry river, really friendly staff and nice food, the safari experience is superb and the guides are very good. A place we will certainly visit again if possible. Hoyohoyo means welcome and we did feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hoyo Hoyo!
We had a wonderful stay at Hoyo Hoyo. The service is incredible. Since there are only a few rooms at Hoyo Hoyo you get very attentive personal service. Ralph and Given made it fun with their quirkiness and funny sayings as they served us food and drinks. The lodge is very nice and we could stay for hours watching the animals line up at the watering hole. Elephant, buffalo, wildebeest, warthog, monkeys, civet, antelope and parrots all visited for a drink! There were however, a ton of bees in the area and it did make eating lunch a bit annoying, but you are in the bush! The room was nice, but there is only an outside shower. We showered in the afternoon when it was warmer so it was fine. We came to Hoyo Hoyo from Sabi Sands so it may be a little unfair to compare, but it is worth noting a few things. At Sabi Sands you have a tracker & guide which not only makes the game drives more exciting, you feel like your chances of seeing the big 5 or something unique are greatly improved. Not having a tracker seemed like we were relying on the radio to find something or just plain luck. It is also harder for the guide to drive and look for animals. Our guide was very knowledgeable, but he seemed to lack the go-getter mentality we experienced in Sabi Sands. Everything was a little bit slower and there wasn't the eagerness to find animals like we experienced in Sabi Sands. Overall we had a great experience and stay at Hoyo Hoyo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Fedor E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay in Kruger parc
When we arrived at the Hoyo hoyo we felt immediately extremely welcome. (Hoyo hoyo means welcome). The people are so friendly and the service is superb. The food and drinks are great. In the lodge you stay like how the locals use to stay in the bush, but with all the luxury. There's no Wifi or phone coverage, but that's actually a relief. They use radios to give you a wake up call in the morning. If you desperate need wifi you can go to the sister lodge which is only 7 km away. The lodge is in the middle of Kruger parc and is not surrounded by a fence. At night they escort you to and from your lodge to the main building. There're many wild animals around the lodge. They made a drinking pool in front of the viewing / dining terrace, where often elephants will drink. At night you definite will hear the hyaena sing. The morning and evening safaris are great. There're not many tourist in the neighbourhood so you will not be watching the wildlife with too many other cars.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a beautiful stay in a perfect location
Wonderful stay and really friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very original concept. Fun place for a couple. Nice program!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Anto, BA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel
We enjoy our stay at this hotel, the staff was always ready to satisfy us.

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unforgettable experience. Can't wait to go back.
Incredible staff that went above and beyond for the guests, beautiful lodge in the center of Kruger an incredible animal sightings over a 2 nights stay. Thanks again to everyone at Hoyo Hoyo.

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
1:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
5.0