Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge

5.0 star property
Riverfront lodge in Mluwati Concession with safari and outdoor pool

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is NZ$1,391
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec

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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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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
  • Mala Mala (AAM) - 15.2 miles/24.5 km

About this property

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Mluwati Concession. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features of this luxurious lodge include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a terrace.

All-inclusive

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

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: ZAR 135 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
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.

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

Is there a pool at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge and nearby?
On-site recreation at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive and a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
Does Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge like?
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Greater Kruger National Park.

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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 Exceptional

The safari guides were excellent and the staff were all great. We enjoyed the isolated location, food, and total experience.
Bill, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

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.
Stephan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place, amazing animals, great food, amd some of the best staff and guides ever.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kagiso, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Amanda, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely experience
We enjoyed being at Hoyo Hoyo enormously and will definitely return
sandra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

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.
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Such a personal service. Brilliant! Wonder Boy was brilliant, and Wes the safari guide was excellent.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Mark, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great the food was great also the safari where very interesting saw a lot of animals.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay at Hoyo Hoyo. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Food was excellent. Drive guides were outstanding.
Josh, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Winnie, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Andrew, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Fedor E, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful stay in a perfect location
Wonderful stay and really friendly staff
Deborah, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very original concept. Fun place for a couple. Nice program!
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel
We enjoy our stay at this hotel, the staff was always ready to satisfy us.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified Expedia guest review