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Hippo Waterfront Lodge

Self Catering

Review Summary

4.6 out of 5from 113 reviews for Hippo Waterfront Lodge
Cleanliness
4.5/5
Service
4.7/5
Location
4.6/5
Safety
4.7/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Hilde J - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hilde J
Family with young children

Verblyf was 10 uit 10.

Die mense is so vriendelik. Hulle het ons so tuis laat voel. Die kos was uit die boonste rakke. Definitief 'n plek wat ons weer sal besoek. Ons het so lekker gebly, ons wou nie huis toe gaan nie.

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Stay was 10 out of 10.

The people are so friendly. They made us feel so at home. The food was top notch. Definitely a place we will visit again. We had such a good time, we didn't want to go home.

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Chris N - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris N
With partner

Pragtige stil omgewing waar jy naby natuur kan leef.

Vriendelike behulpsame bestuur. Baie netjiese skoon woonplekkie. Daar word baie moeite gedoen om die natuurskoon en tuine baie mooi te hou. Wens ons kon die hippo's sien, maar het die voorreg gehad dat nagapie ons besoek het.

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Beautiful quiet environment where you can live close to nature.

Friendly helpful management. Very neat and clean place to live. A lot of effort is made to keep the scenery and gardens very nice. Wish we could have seen the hippos, but had the privilege of being visited by night owls.

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Chris Z - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris Z
With friends

Gemaklik en tevrede.

Lekker gebly, net 'n paar goedjies in die kombuis wat stukkend is. Deksels ens., anders was alles perfek.

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Comfortable and satisfied.

Nice stay, only a few things in the kitchen that are broken. Lids etc., otherwise everything was perfect.

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Jenny N - Nov 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jenny N
With partner

Gasvry, verwelkomend, gerieflik, asemrowend mooi natuurskoon.

Ons was vriendelik ontvang en het gevoel of ons by familie kuier.

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Hospitable, welcoming, comfortable, breathtakingly beautiful scenery.

We were kindly received and felt like we were visiting family.

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Sonja N - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Sonja N
With partner

Kuiper plek beslus.

Die bestuur en mense daar is awesome, vriendelik, behulpsaam en baie gasvry.

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Kuiper decided place.

The management and people there are awesome, friendly, helpful and very hospitable.

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Marlene V - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marlene V
Family with teenagers

Rustige en asemrowende belewenis!

Rustige naweek-wegbreek om net te herlaai. Pragtige omgewing en stilte met net die natuur se geluide wat jou omring.

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Peaceful and breathtaking experience!

Quiet weekend getaway to just recharge. Beautiful surroundings and silence with only nature's sounds surrounding you.

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Martin C - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Martin C
With partner

Uitstekend.

Uitstekende plekkie en baie netjies.

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Outstanding.

Excellent place and very tidy.

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Susan B - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan B
With partner

Lekker rustige naweek wegbreek plekkie.

Baie rustige atmosfeer. Het die 'outdoor kitchen' baie geniet.

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Nice quiet weekend getaway place.

Very peaceful atmosphere. Really enjoyed the 'outdoor kitchen'.

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Jacques C - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques C
Family with young children

Stayed over a few times and always welcoming and the facilities are great.

Great place to stop over on our way to or from Kruger National Park.

Barend P - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Barend P
With partner

Net vir oorslaap goed.

Daar kort so bietjie aandag aan die afwerking en voorkoms.

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Just for sleep over stuff.

There is so little attention to the finish and appearance.

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Amy L - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Amy L
With friends

Magical.

What an amazingly peaceful little place. So many night sounds and nocturnal visitors. The cabins are clean and well maintained, would definitely go back.

Erica M - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erica M
With partner

Value for money.

Great place quiet lovely scenery and birds.

Louise P - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louise P
With partner

Na 'n paar dae van storms en baie reën en toegangspad wat 'n uitdaging is weens verspoelings, het dit gevoel of ons by 'n oase aangekom het.

Rustige plek met vriendelike ontvangs. Blyplek het alles gehad wat ons nodig gehad het en nog meer. Kuier was net te kort.

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After a few days of storms and lots of rain and access road challenging due to washouts, it felt like we had arrived at an oasis.

Quiet place with friendly reception. Accommodation had everything we needed and more. Visit was just too short.

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Ronel F - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ronel F
Family with teenagers

Beautiful, comfortable, tranquil.

We enjoyed the weekend at Hippo Waterfront, the open kitchen entertainment deck was awesome concept. Rooms was comfortable, air-con bonus in the Lowveld humidity. Very secure and save for kids.

Anonymous Guest - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Most peaceful atmosphere in nature.

We really enjoyed the open kitchen/lounge area. Although they are not very luxurious units, they are very well appointed places to stay.

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Jamie K - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jamie K
Family with young children

Pragtige plek, baie behulpsame mense.

Vreeslik lekker gebly!

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Beautiful place, very helpful people.

Really nice stay!

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Fanie P - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fanie P
On business

Awesome.

Lekker rustig. Dit is baie mooi en mens kan uitrus daar as mens ’n besige week gehad het.

Nelda V - Feb 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nelda V
Family with teenagers

Dit was heerlik rustig en die omgewing is baie mooi.

Dit was lekker ontspannend daar. Gaan definitief weer aanbeveel vir ander mense.

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It was wonderfully peaceful and the surroundings are very beautiful.

It was nice and relaxing there. Will definitely recommend to other people again.

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Tarik B - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tarik B
Family with young children

Lovely venue by river.

Sorry not to stay longer. Great location.

Lee-ann D - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lee-ann D
Large group

Pragtige, rustige plek.

So mooi hier, het elke oomblik geniet.

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Beautiful, peaceful place.

So beautiful here, enjoyed every moment.

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Milana G - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Milana G
Family with teenagers

Awesome experience, quiet, relaxing and most amazing Host, Johan!

We arrived late, but our host Johan was waiting for us. He made us feel at home immediately with his hospitality. The hippos were our morning wake up call and at night they made their way back up-river again. Totally ready to entertain us with their "river ballet". Good value for money.

Meredyth B - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Meredyth B
With partner

Very disappointed that such a lovely environment does not have a caravan area of the same quality.

I suppose it’s okay for a stopover but not a holiday or even long weekend. As the price is about R100-150 more than we are accustomed to paying this was very poor. At 350 per night we expected the cloakrooms and kitchen area to be in pristine condition and cleanliness. The swimming pool looked more like a duck pond than a pool.

Annika S - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annika S
Family with young children

Peaceful, wonderful and tranquil.

We stayed for 3 days and each day was as amazing as the one before. The owner and staff on site are friendly and accommodating, and it's like a home away from home. The chalets are fantastic, and the outdoor kitchen is a stroke of genius. The view from our chalet was magnificent, and the gardens and foliage were breathtaking. We will definitely go back!

Rita E - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rita E
Family with young children

Baie rustig en vriendelike omgewing. Sal beslis weer soontoe gaan.

Dit was baie lekker. My seuntjie het die seekoeie baie geniet en dit was alles baie skoon en veilig. Sal weer gaan.

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Very peaceful and friendly environment. Will definitely go there again.

It was very nice. My boy really enjoyed the hippos and it was all very clean and safe. Will go again.

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Clarise L - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Clarise L
Family with young children

Heerlike oornagstop.

Ons was baie verbaas met wat ons gekry het. Die hut was voor teen die rivier. Groot, groen grasperk en groot bome. Ideaal vir 'n familie om hulle bene te rek voor die Kruger. Of vir 'n wegbreek. Goed ingerig. Skoon en netjies. Stort was ruim. Baie lekker oorgeslaap.

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Great overnight stop.

We were very surprised with what we got. The cabin was in front of the river. Large, green lawn and large trees. Ideal for a family to stretch their legs in front of the Kruger. Or for a getaway. Well appointed. Clean and tidy. Shower was spacious. Had a great sleep over.

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Baie dankie, dit is 'n groot plesier.

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Manie J - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Manie J
With partner

Baie lekker kort kuiertjie saam met ons honde en voëls.

Baie mooi plekkie. So goed geleë. Mense is baie behulpsaam. En seekoeie is amazing om so naby te sien.

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Very nice short visit with our dogs and birds.

Very nice place. So well located. People are very helpful. And manatees are amazing to see so close.

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Chantelle P - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantelle P
Family with young children

Absoluut wonderlik.

Ons het die baie geniet by Hippo Water Front Lodge. Dit is baie rustig en so mooi natuurskoon. Sal definitief weer hier bespreek vir 'n week.

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Absolutely wonderful.

We had a great time at Hippo Water Front Lodge. It is very peaceful and so beautiful scenery. Will definitely book here again for a week.

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Carel A - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carel A
With partner

Great place, a must stay.

Short dirt road is in very god condition and hardly notice the 3500 meters once off the main highway. This really let you start to relax. Once at the gate, you know it's going to be a great stay. Facility is great and adequate with personal friendly service. We did not want to leave after 5 days and the hippos is the best closeup and relaxing 5 min away from the mall if you need to go. Will recommend this.

Susan V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan V
Family with young children

Rustige atmosfeer en pragtige uitsig.

Ons het ons oornag vreeslik geniet. Die uitsig is pragtig en ons meisies was baie opgewonde om die seekoeie te kon sien. Rustige atmosfeer wat definitief nodig is as mens wegbreek.

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Tranquil atmosphere and beautiful view.

We thoroughly enjoyed our night. The view is beautiful and our girls were very excited to see the hippos. Peaceful atmosphere that is definitely needed when you go away.

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Yolandi V - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolandi V
Family with young children

Dit was vreeslik rustig.

Ek sal definitief weer Hippo Water Front Lodge besoek met my kleinkind, dit was veilig en ons het dit vreeslik geniet. Ons plekkie was daagliks skoon gemaak en ons het vreeslik lekker gerus.

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It was awfully quiet.

I will definitely visit Hippo Water Front Lodge again with my grandchild, it was safe and we really enjoyed it. Our place was cleaned daily and we had a really good rest.

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Vanessa D - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Vanessa D
With partner

Awesome place for a getaway.

Our family will definitely return. The accommodation was nice, the views and atmosphere perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Dianne K - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dianne K
With partner

Baie lekker, skoon en vriendelik. Lekker rustig, sal beslis weer gaan.

Lekker, was so rustig nice.

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Very nice, clean and friendly. Nice and quiet, will definitely go again.

Nice, was so calm nice.

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Richard L - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Richard L
Large group

Baie lekker gewees.

Moeite moet gedoen word om beter matrasse te gee en daar was rotte/muise op die dak! Andersins was ons heeltemal tevrede!

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It was very nice.

Efforts should be made to provide better mattresses and there were rats/mice on the roof! Otherwise we were completely satisfied!

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Erika F - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erika F
Family with young children

Baie pragtige en skoon plek!

Dit is ons tweede keer wat ons hier oorslaap en ons is nie terleurgesteld nie! Pragtige omgewing en 'n skoon, gemaklike en leefbare blyplek! Die kinders geniet die groot grasperke en bome en dis groot pret om vir die seekoeie te kyk. Ons sal vir seker weer kom!

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Beautiful and clean place!

It's our second time staying here and is not disappointed! Beautiful surroundings and clean, comfortable and great accommodation. The children enjoyed the large lawn and trees and it was great fun to watch the hippo's. We will definitely come back again!

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Edward R - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Edward R
With partner

Had breakfast watching a hippo.

Very pleasant stay for the second time.

Yolanda S - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolanda S
Family with young children

Heerlik rustig tussen die bome met die geluid van die seekoeie wat speel.

Dit was heerlik rustig tussen die bome met die apies wat rondhardloop en die geluid van seekoeie wat speel in die water. Ons kon rivier toe loop en die seekoeie afneem. Dit was baie lekker. Dit was net koud in die nag so pak warm klere in vir die nag.

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Wonderfully peaceful among the trees with the sound of the manatees playing.

It was wonderfully peaceful among the trees with the monkeys running around and the sound of manatees playing in the water. We could walk to the river and photograph the manatees. It was very nice. It was just cold at night so pack warm clothes for the night.

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Ferdie V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ferdie V
With partner

Asemrowend rustig en mooi natuur.

Dit was so 'n aangename rustige tyd daar en wens ons kon baie langer bly. Die natuurskoon is so pragtig en die verblyf naby die water was sommer 'n heerlikheid. Kan net positief van die plek praat en sal vir seker weer daar besoek doen en sommer ook langer kuier.

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Breathtakingly peaceful and beautiful nature.

It was such a pleasant quiet time there and wish we could stay much longer. The scenery is so beautiful and the accommodation near the water was a joy. Can only speak positively of the place and will certainly visit again and visit for longer.

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Manie P - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Manie P
With partner

Was baie lekker gewees, skoon en rustig.

Netjies, skoon en alles wat jy benodig is beskikbaar.

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Was very nice, clean and peaceful.

Neat, clean and everything you need is available.

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Rondin D - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rondin D
Family with teenagers

Relaxing and beautiful surroundings! Hippos around every corner!

You definitely feel at home with nature here, the cabins are comfortable, and have everything you need for a weekend getaway. The linen needs to be replaced, it is "well worn" but everything else was simply breathtaking. the hippos kept us entertained the entire weekend and if you're a birder, you're at the right place!

Philip V - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Philip V
Family with teenagers

Bekostigbare, netjiese verblyf. Goed toegeruste eenheid met lugreeling en baie vriendelike, hulpvaardige personeel.

Baie lekker ervaring vir die kinders om in 'n houthuis te oornag. Netjiese eenheid met als wat nodig is vir 'n kort verblyf. Seekoeie 150 meter van die eenheid af in volle sig was 'n bonus, kinders was mal daaroor.

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Affordable, neat accommodation. Well equipped unit with air conditioning and very friendly, helpful staff.

Very nice experience for the children to spend the night in a wooden house. Neat unit with everything needed for a short stay. Hippos 150 yards from the unit in full view was a bonus, kids loved it.

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Erika F - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Erika F
Family with young children

Heerlike rustige tydjie gehad!

Ons het 'n heerlike ervaring gehad en ons en die kinders kon nie wag om die seekoeie te soek nie en ons kon hulle gelukkig sien en hoor! Die kinders het die groot grasperk en bome terdeë geniet! Die eenheid was netjies en die kombuis buite was 'n verfrissende verandering! Sal vir seker weer kom!

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Had a relaxing time!

We had such a good experience and our children couldn't wait to look for the hippos. We could see and hear them! The kids really enjoyed the lawn and trees. The unit was neat and the kitchen outside was something different! Would definitely return.

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Christine H - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christine H
Family with teenagers

Fantasies.

Pragtige doodstil plek! Was lekker om die apies en seekoeie te sien elke dag. Rustige natuurskoon! Beslis 'n moet! Sal weer gaan, al is dit net vir voëlkyk! Baie dankie.

Nelius B - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nelius B
With partner

Awesomeness.

I recommend this place, absolutely fantastic.

Jaco V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco V
With partner

Great layout and beautiful surroundings.

Was a pleasure to stay here again and will definitely return to enjoy the wonderful view and great accommodation!

Anneke V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anneke V
Family with young children

Pragtige plek, baie lekker gebly.

Het baie lekker gebly by hierdie pragtige plek! Vriendelike diens, die houthuis het alles wat jy nodig het, met die mooiste uitsig oor die rivier en grasperke. Die seekoeie is 'n groot bonus. Sal beslis weer kom kuier!

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Beautiful place, very nice stay.

Had a great stay at this beautiful place! Friendly service, the log house has everything you need, with the most beautiful view of the river and lawns. The hippos are a huge bonus. Will definitely visit again!

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Carmen T - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carmen T
With friends

Nature retreat and what a surprise to see the hippo's in the water near your chalet. The monkeys in the morning was a treat.

What a lovely retreat in nature and to see the hippo's in the water was such a surprise. The only suggestion which I would like to give is to move the braai area perhaps near to the patio, otherwise the monkeys was a treat and the facilities were good.

Yolanda H - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolanda H
With partner

Rustige wegbreek.

Rustige atmosfeer. Skoon en netjies. Diens is vriendelik. Natuurlewe is pragtig.

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Peaceful getaway.

Calm atmosphere. Clean and tidy. Service is friendly. Wildlife is beautiful.

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Belinda V - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Belinda V
Family with young children

Pragtige, rustige plek.

Die verblyf was ongelooflik en die gasvryheid van die eienaars was fantasties. Die plekkie is rustig, pragtige uitsig oor die rivier en die groen gras was so verwelkomend. Sal die plek vir enige tyd vir ander mense aanbeveel. Regte waarde vir geld.

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Beautiful, peaceful place.

The stay was amazing and the hospitality of the owners was fantastic. The place is peaceful, beautiful view of the river and the green grass was so welcoming. Would recommend the place to other people anytime. Real value for money.

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Joelene V - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Joelene V
Large group

Rustig, wonderlike uitsig. Naby aan alles.

Uitleg van so aard dat jy volle privaatheid geniet. Alles was skoon en netjies. Grasperke gesny, gemaklik om by rivier uit te kom. Pragtige uitsig.

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Quiet, great view. Close to everything.

Layout in such a way that you enjoy complete privacy. Everything was clean and tidy. Lawns mowed, easy to get to river. Beautiful view.

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Wilma T - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Wilma T
With partner

Puik, vriendelik en behulpsaam.

Baie lekker rustig en vriendelik.

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Excellent, friendly and helpful.

Nice and peaceful. Friendly.

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Danel B - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danel B
Family with young children

Ons verblyf was onvergeetlik lekker.

Wow! Hoe mooi en netjies is dit nie net by Hippo Waterfront Resort nie. Ons het ongelooflik lekker ontspan en die natuurskoon en die seekoeie ongelooflik geniet. Alles wat mens benodig, is in die eenheid. Niks kom kort nie. Ek sal hierdie plekkie aanbeveel vir almal.

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Our stay was unforgettable.

Wow! How beautiful and neat it is not only at Hippo Waterfront Resort. We had an incredible time relaxing and enjoying the scenery and the manatees incredibly. Everything one needs is in the unit. Nothing comes short. I would recommend this place to everyone.

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Frik V - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frik V
With partner

Baie rustig.

Lekker rustige plek om te ontspan.

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Very peaceful.

Peaceful place to relax.

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Cathelin E - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Cathelin E

Dit was asemrowend mooi en ontspannend.

Ons het dit baie geniet, die diens was uitstekend en die plek mooi en groen die seekoeie was natuurlik 'n hoogtepunt. Ek beveel dit baie sterk aan vir enige iemand. Ons sal beslis weer daar gaan kuier.

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It was breathtakingly beautiful and relaxing.

We really enjoyed it, the service was excellent and the place beautiful and green the manatees were of course a highlight. I highly recommend it to anyone. We will definitely visit there again.

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Tommie T - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tommie T
With partner

Fantastiese veblyf in die natuur.

Netjiese verblyf. Die personeel laat jou onmiddellik tuis voel. Voel soos die paradys. Sal definitief weer daar gaan bly. Uitstekend.

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Fantastic accommodation in nature.

Neat accommodation. The staff makes you feel at home immediately. Felt like paradise. Will definitely go back. Outstanding.

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Tobie L - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tobie L
Family with young children

Fantasties.

Hippo Waterfront Loge is 'n baie lekker blyplek. Dit is rustig, ontvangs is baie goed en die wooneenhede is in 'n baie goeie toestand. Dit is naby Nelspruit, so jy kan vinning inry dorp tpoe sou jy moet. As jy iemand is wat hou van rustigheid en die natuur sal jy lekker bly by Hippo Waterfront Loge. Dankie Hippo, my naweek was fantasties by julle.

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Fantastic.

Hippo Water Front Lodge is great. Peaceful, good reception and the units are in good condition. Close to Nelspruit so you can just quickly drive to town if needed. If you are someone who appreciates tranquility and nature, you would enjoy Hippo Water Front Lodge. Thanks Hippo, my weekend there by you was wonderful.

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Bernard P - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bernard P
Large group

This was a very nice place to stay and the players enjoyed it.

The people are very friendly. They treated us well. It is in nature and very quiet nice place to go and rest and get away from people and city life. I would go back there again.

Victor F - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Victor F
With partner

Ideale verbyf indien jy 'n plekkie soek om net rustig te verkeer, weg van die stad se lawaai.

Eenvoudige verblyf met pragtige natuurtonele by rivier. Vriendelike diens en skoon.

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Ideal getaway if you're looking for a place to just relax, away from the city's noise.

Simple accommodation with beautiful natural scenes by the river. Friendly service and clean.

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Jaco G - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jaco G
With partner

Baie rustig, het dit geniet, sal dalk weer teruggaan.

Hulle kan 'n plan maak met die Dstv wat glad nie werk nie, wou dalk net die rugby kyk, geen sein nie.

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Very peaceful, enjoyed it, might go back again.

They can make a plan with the Dstv which doesn't work at all, maybe just wanted to watch the rugby, no signal.

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Ryno S - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Ryno S

Baie gerieflike, stil en ontspannende naweek.

Baie dankie vir die lekker naweek wat ons daar kon deurgebring het en dat julle ons hondjie toegelaat het. Dit was regtig 'n ervaring om so naby aan die seekoeie te wees terwyl jy visvang.

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Very comfortable, quiet and relaxing weekend.

Thank you very much for the nice weekend we were able to spend there and for allowing our puppy. It was really an experience to be so close to the manatees while fishing.

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Monica K - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Monica K
Family with young children

Asemrowend.

Heerlik gekuier, vriendelik ontvang.

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Breathtaking.

Had a great time, friendly welcome.

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Christa F - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Christa F
Family with young children

Heerlik.

Dit was 'n pragtige plek, sal weer soontoe gaan enige tyd.

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Lovely.

It was a beautiful place, will go again anytime.

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Cornell S - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cornell S
Family with teenagers

Rustig en stil. Pragtige uitsig oor rivier.

Pragtige omgewing nie te ver van die dorp af nie. Uitsig oor river en Hippo vermaaklikheid was iets besonders vir groot en klein. Rustige en gesellige atmosfeer by die kroeg het ons baie geniet, asook die braaigeriewe daar. Braai geriewe by houthuisies is op ongemaklike plek. Hierdie lodge is vir seker hoog op die waarde vir geld lys, alhoewel die huisies en beddegoed 'n bietjie aandag en liefde kort. Die eienaars en bestuurder was behulpsaam en vriendlik tydens ons besoek.

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Calm and quiet. Beautiful view of river.

Beautiful surroundings not too far from town. View over river and Hippo entertainment was something special for young and old. We really enjoyed the quiet and cozy atmosphere at the bar, as well as the braai facilities there. Braai facilities at wooden houses are in an awkward place. This lodge is certainly high on the value for money list, although the cabins and bedding need some attention and love. The owners and manager were helpful and friendly during our visit.

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Anonymous Guest - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children
Anonymous Guest - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
1/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Good stay, pathetic road to get there.

I myself will not visit the resort again, due to the extremely impassable road in wet conditions and damage to vehicle

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

If visiting again, it will need to be upgraded a bit, ALS is a bit "old" and no longer up to standard, the boiler was awful, dirty and not clean, while we were still finishing, shower etc was the cleaner in and out of the house between people, NOEE it's not pleasant!

Kettle was VERY dirty not worked, bedding old, and while you were finishing, the cleaner was between your door, and you have to stand around so she can finish, not pleasant at all, If there is a bar facility , why wasn't it open?, breakfast?? where and how?, We were told that the place was FULLY booked, but there were bitter people on the long weekend, and it was not like what we had seen it before, it went backwards - Sorry for the price - no?

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Nadia G - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadia G
With partner

Was baie skoon plek en baie rustig.

Waarde vir geld, baie skoon en rustig.

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Was a very clean place and very peaceful.

Value for money, very clean and peaceful.

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Jacques M - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacques M
Family with teenagers

Heerlik rustig en pragtige grasperke.

Ons het lekker gerus. Blyplek was skoon en netjies. Alles het gewerk. Anton by die bar in die aande was fantasties. Ons kinders het dit baie geniet en beplan al hulle volgende vakansie by Hippo Waterfront.

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Wonderfully peaceful and beautiful lawns.

We rested well. Accommodation was clean and tidy. Everything worked. Anton at the bar in the evenings was fantastic. Our children really enjoyed it and are already planning their next holiday at Hippo Waterfront.

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Marie H - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marie H
With partner

Dit is alles wat ons wou gehad het! Pragtige plek. Gasvrye mense!

Hippo Water Front Lodge is alles wat ons nodig het. Die kos is heerlik. Die omgewing asemrowend mooi. Die rivier voor ons blyplek is ongelooflik. Ons kon gaan stap. Ons het gerus. Ek sal vir seker weer gaan. Baie dankie vir 'n heerlike naweek!

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It's everything we wanted! Beautiful place. Hospitable people!

Hippo Water Front Lodge is everything we need. The food is delicious. The surroundings are breathtakingly beautiful. The river in front of our place is amazing. We could go for a walk. We rested. I will go again for sure. Thank you very much for a wonderful weekend!

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Dicky V - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dicky V
With partner

Baie lekker gekuier. Geriewe heeltemal voldoende.

Baie lekker plekkie vir wegbreek. Sal enigetyd aanbeveel.

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Very nice stay. Facilities are more than enough.

Very nice place for a getaway. Will recommend it.

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Mariana M - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariana M
With partner

Rustig, skoon en netjies.

Die plek is baie goed ingerig. Dit is baie rustig en die ideale plek om weg te breek vir 'n naweek. Almal is baie vriendelik en ek sal die plek vir enige iemand aanbeveel.

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Tranquil, clean and neat.

The place is very well-equipped. It is very tranquil and the ideal place to break away for a weekend. Everyone is friendly and I will recommend it to anyone.

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Christa E - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christa E

Beautiful view.

Very friendly people and will go back again. Quiet and very relaxing. We all enjoyed our stay at Hippo. Nelspruit only 13 km from Hippo Waterfront.

Francois V - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francois V
Large group

Aangename verassing toe ons daar arriveer, pragtige plek, dankie Johan.

'n Mens is maar altyd skepties, maar ons was baie aangenaam verras met hoe mooi en netjies die lodge is. Dankie Johan vir jou gasvryheid, puik plek, sal weer kom kuier.

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Pleasant surprise at arrival, beautiful place, thank you Johan.

One tends to be sceptical, but we were pleasantly surprised with how beautiful and neat the lodge is. Thank you Johan for your hospitality, superb place, would love to return.

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Rialda V - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rialda V
With partner

Baie lekker, rustig en ontspanne.

Almal baie behulpsaam en vriendelik. Plek regtig baie netjies. Sal dit vir enige iemand aanbeveel.

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Very nice, peaceful and relaxing.

Everyone very helpful and friendly. Place really very neat. Would recommend it to anyone.

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Naomi L - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Naomi L
With partner

Ons sal beslis weer eendag daar gaan kuier.

Die pad na Hippo Water Front Lodge is nie van die beste grondpaaie nie, toe ons Vrydagmiddag daar arriveer, het 'n geweldige storm losgebars. Ons was afgesny van die samelewing. My skoondogter wat ver swanger is en woonagtig is in Nelspruit en my moeder wat 93 is, het saam met ons daar gekuier, my seun sou hulle later kom haal. Met die geweldige storm kon my seun nie deurkom nie, al die paaie na die oord was onder water. Die eienaar van die oord het vir ons kerse gebring en het die cabin langs ons vir my moeder en skoondogter gegee om in te oornag. Dit was so 'n wonderlike gebaar, ons is so dankbaar. Die cabins is klein, vreeslik eenvoudig, maar wonderlik mooi, netjies, mooi uitsig, stil en rustig. Ons sal beslis in die toekoms as ons in Nelspruit gaan kuier, weer van die plek gebruik maak.

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Would definitely go there again one day.

The gravel road to Hippo Water Front Lodge is not among the best and when we arrived Friday afternoon there was a great storm. We were completely cut off from society. My daughter-in-law from Nelspruit who is pregnant, and my 93-year-old mother, were there with us. The plan was for my son to come to fetch them later. Due to the storm my son couldn't reach us - all the roads to the resort were under water. The owner brought us candles and offered the cabin next to us to my mother and daughter-in-law. Such a wonderful gesture, we are so grateful. The cabins are small, very basic, but wonderfully beautiful, neat and with a great view, quiet and peaceful. Will definitely make use of this place again if ever we go to Nelspruit again.

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Anzelle V - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anzelle V
Family with young children

Vriendelike behulpsaame ontvangs, rustige omgewing, mense met geduld vir kinders en troeteldiere.

Die lodge is in `n rustige omgewing, waar jy kan gaan ontspan. Hou jou oë oop vir die kleindingetjies, jy sal verbaas wees wat jy als sien. Dis netjies en die baie vriendelike en akkommoderende eienaar maak jou verblyf werklik aangenaam. Kinders en troeteldiere is welkom, met lowergroen grasperke om op te speel en 'n heerlike koel swembad. Uitstekende plek om te besoek.

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Friendly and helpful reception, peaceful area, people with patience for children and pets.

The lodge is in a peaceful area where you can relax. Keep your eyes open for small things, you'd be surprised by what you can see. It is neat and the very friendly and accommodating owner makes your stay pleasant. Kids and pets welcome, with lush green grass to play on and a lovely cool swimming pool. Excellent place to visit.

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Michael R - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Michael R
With partner

Lekker rustige oorbly.

Weet nie of dit elke aand is nie, maar ons is genooi om deel te hê aan 'n lekker aandete en daar was lekker kuiergeriewe. Regte seekoeie. Nie net 'n naam nie. Daar is 'n stuk grondpad waarvan ek nie vooraf bewus was nie, maar my gewone sedan kon dit hanteer.

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Nice and tranquil stay

Do not know if it happens every night but we were invited to have a nice dinner and there were nice facilities. There were real hippo's -not just the name. There is a dirt road that I was not aware of but my sedan could handle it.

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Lourie K - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lourie K
With friends

Great accomodation and value for money!

Very nice, quite and tranquil area. Was great to view the Hippos in the river in front of the Bungalows. Nice, clean, secure and affordable accommodation.Great value for money! Host Johan was very friendly and stay was most enjoyable! Will surely visit Hippo Water Front Lodge again.

Heleen G - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Heleen G
With partner

Baie mooi.

Hippo is pragtig. Baie ontspannend.

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Very pretty.

Hippo is beautiful. Very relaxing.

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Chris H - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris H
With partner

Baie lekker gebly - heerlik en mooi.

Sover die beste selfsorg-eenheid in Nelspruit omgewing. Pragtige omgewing langs die rivier met lugversorging in chalets - puik. Netjies en skoon en area word goed instandgehou. Matrasse op beddens sal egter binnekort vervang moet word, maar was darem nog aanvaarbaar.

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Had a great stay - delicious and beautiful.

By far the best self-catering unit in the Nelspruit area. Beautiful setting by the river with air conditioning in chalets - great. Neat and clean and area is well maintained. However, mattresses on beds will soon need to be replaced, but at least were still acceptable.

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Klaas C - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Klaas C
Family with teenagers

Very nice, quiet and pleasant stay.

The management is friendly and go the extra mile to make your stay pleasant.

Hester B - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Hester B
Family with young children

Goed toegerus.

Het baie lekker gebly. Alles was soos geadverteer.

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Well equipped.

Enjoyed the stay. Everything as advertised.

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Deborah S - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Deborah S
Family with teenagers

Very peaceful and quiet.

Johan and staff were friendly and helpful, had a wonderful holiday there although Hippos weren't there to see, much to everyone's disappointment.

Chris-marié M - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Chris-marié M
Family with teenagers

Terrein en blyplek baie netjies en skoon.

Dit is 'n pragtige plek en die mooiste uitsig op die rivier. Ek sal enige tyd weer teruggaan. Daar was geen perdry nie, so in hulle beskrywing moet hulle dit afhaal. Al die personeel was baie vriendelik en het mens tuis laat voel.

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Site and accommodation very neat and clean.

It is a beautiful place and the most beautiful view of the river. I would go back again anytime. There was no horse riding, so in their description they have to take it down. All the staff were very friendly and made you feel at home.

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Lauraine R - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lauraine R
With partner

Hidden gem close to Kruger.

Hidden gem, almost reluctant to tell too many people about this place in case it loses it's uniqueness.

Michelle S - Nov 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Michelle S
Family with young children

Rustig en lekker vir die kiddies.

Hippo Water Front Lodge is baie rustig, skoon en netjies. Die kinders het dit baie geniet, baie ruim, lekker groot grasperk om op te speel on rond hardloop.

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Quiet and fun for the kiddies.

Hippo Water Front Lodge is very peaceful, clean and tidy. The children really enjoyed it, very spacious, nice big lawn to play on and run around.

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Somarie S - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Somarie S
With partner

Baie gemaklik.

Ons het baie lekker gebly, baie rustig.

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Very comfortable.

We had a great time, very peaceful.

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With friends

Good value for money.

Hippo Lodge is approximately 5 km west of Nelspruit on the N4 (of which 2 km is dirt road). Be careful to follow the GPS road directions from the east - you will be driving an 8 km dirt road. It is well situated for the MBombela stage. The owner was very helpful in, among other things, storing some of our frozen items in the freezer overnight.

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Cornelia E - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Cornelia E
Family with young children

Gasvry en rustig.

Ons het baie lekker gekuier by Hippo. Johan en kie is baie gasvry. Die kinders kon lekker met hulle fietse rondry.

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Hospitable and peaceful.

We had a great time at Hippo. Johan and co are very hospitable. The children had fun riding their bikes around.

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Elna P - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elna P
With partner

Fantasties.

Dit is 'n lieflike plek, baie vriendelike mense en baie rustig. Skoon en netjies. Sal enige tyd weer teruggaan! Die apies is te oulik!

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Fantastic.

A lovely place, very friendly people and very relaxing. Clean and neat. Will book again, anytime! The little monkeys were adorable!

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Peter D - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Peter D
Large group

Baie vriendelike diens, skoon en netjies.

Ons het een nag oorgebly en dit is ideale plek om te oornag op pad wildtuin toe. Skoon en netjies.

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Very friendly service, clean and neat.

We stayed one night and it was the ideal place to overnight on the way to the game park. Clean and neat.

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Roelien R - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Roelien R
With partner

Heel rustig langs die rivier met die seekoei-geluide in die agtergrond.

Gerieflik en rustig langs die Krokodilrivier waar die seekoeie rustig rivier op en af beweeg gedurende die dag en snags tussen die huisies hul trommeldik kom eet aan die lekker groen gras.

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Relaxing next to the river with hippo sounds in the background.

Comfortable and relaxing next to the Crocodile river with hippos walking up and down the river and eating the grass between the houses at night.

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Andre J - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre J
Family with young children

Ongelooflike natuurskoon en omgewing.

Baie dankie Anton en Jan van Hippo Water Front Lodge, Mpumalanga. Die langnaweek was onvergeetlik, maar te kort. Dit is 'n natuurskoon plekkie en heerlike asemrowende omgewing. Ons was baie hartseer om terug te kom Vereeniging toe. Die bestuur en skoonmakers was uiters besorg oor ons en het die chalets elke dag skoon en netjies gemaak, terwyl ons uit was. Die oulikste was die klein apies wat op die stoep kom broodjies haal het, letterlik sentimeters van ons af en dan die hippos, te wonderlik. Nog 'n weggesteekte natuurskoonheid van God se handewerk. As mense kla oor hierdie plek, weet ek regtig nie. Ons is plat op die aarde mense en waardeer sulke natuurplekke. Baie dankie LekkeSlaap vir julle goeie diens. Groete en beste wense.

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Unbelievable natural beauty and area.

Thank you Anton en Jan from Hippo Water Front Lodge, Mpumalanga. The long weekend was unforgettable, but short. Beautiful nature and breathtaking area. We were very sad when we had to go back to Vereeniging. The management and cleaners were very considerate and cleaned the chalets every day while we were out. We really liked the cute monkeys that begged for bread on the patio, and then the hippos, wonderful! Concealed natural beauty by the Creator. Wouldn't know what to say to people that complain about this place. We are no-nonsense folk and we appreciate nature. Thank you LekkeSlaap for good service. Greetings and best wishes!

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Fj F - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fj F
With friends

Ons verblyf was fantasties lekker en als was baie goed georganiseerd.

In een woord beste ooit om rustig te raak en saam met vriende en familie te ontspan. Jul sien ons definitief weer.

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Our stay was fantastically nice and everything was very well organized.

In one word, best ever to settle down and relax with friends and family. You will definitely see us again.

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Suzette S - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Suzette S
With partner

Beautiful and quiet place to relax.

Nice quiet and neat place to have a holiday. Very friendly personnel.

Carina D - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Carina D
Family with teenagers

Onverwagte klein stukkie paradys!

Pragtige natuurskoon onder reusagtige bome met lowergroen grasperke en die bonus Om seekoeie en ander kleinwild te besigtig in hul natuurlike habitat!

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Unexpected little piece of paradise!

Beautiful scenery under huge trees with lush green lawns and the bonus of viewing manatees and other small game in their natural habitat!

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Normam A - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Normam A
With partner

Rustig langs rivierbeddings.

Sien die sterre.

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Quiet along riverbeds.

See the stars.

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Lorinda D - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Lorinda D
With partner

Rustige omgewing en vriendelike diens.

Baie vriendelike personeel wat moeite gedoen het om ons tuis te laat voel. Ons was sentraal genoeg om dagritte te neem na verskeie besienswaardighede en het ons verblyf baie geniet.

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Peaceful surroundings and friendly service.

Very friendly staff who made an effort to make us feel at home. We were central enough to take day trips to various attractions and really enjoyed our stay.

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Johan V - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan V
With partner

Baie basies met pragtige natuurskoon en vriendelike mense.

As jy hou van 5 ster-geriewe is dit nie die plek vir jou nie. Dit is 'n houthuisie met alles wat jy nodig het. Dit voel soos uitkamp. Alles is netjies en skoon en die mense is baie vriendelik. Vir my persoonlik is dit 'n lekker plek om te oornag of vir 'n naweekuitstappie.

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Very basic with beautiful scenery and friendly people.

If you like 5 star facilities this is not the place for you. It is a wooden house with everything you need. It feels like camping out. Everything is neat and clean and the people are very friendly. For me personally, it's a nice place to spend the night or for a weekend trip.

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Baie dankie vir die terugvoer, dit is presies wat ons aan gaste wil bied.

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Karel B - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karel B
Family with teenagers

Ontspannend.

Baie goeie ligging, uitstekende waarde vir geld!

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Relaxing.

Very good location, excellent value for money!

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Ria N - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ria N
With friends

Baie mooi ligging teen rivier en tussen bome. Jammer die badkamer was nie na wense nie.

Ons het baie lekker gebly - die plek is fantasties geleë teen die rivier en tussen die bome, met mooi gras tussen die huisies. Die huisies is pragtig en die stoep/kuierarea is baie lekker. Ongelukkig kort daar bietjie aandag - die toilet het sleg geruik met ons aankoms. Daar is wel op ons versoek aandag daaraan gegee, maar steeds het nie genoeg water in die toiletbak ingeloop dat dit behoorlik kon spoel nie. Die badkamer is donker - sterker lig sal help - en die sitkamer kort 'n bietjie finesse.

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Beautiful location among the trees by the river. Pitty the bathroom wasn't up to scratch.

We had a great time - the location is fantastic, among the trees by the river, pretty grass between the houses. Beautiful little houses and the patio / social area is very nice. Unfortunately there was an issu - bad smell in the toilet when we got there. They tried to do something about it when we complained but the cistern still didn't get enough water so it wouldn't flush properly. The bathroom was dark - more powerful light would help a lot - and the lounge could do with a bit of finesse.

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Theresa M - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Theresa M
With friends

Beeldskoon.

Pragtige plek, het die rustigheid vreeslik geniet. Baie na aan Nelspruit. Kort stukkie grondpad net bietjie sleg.

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Beautiful.

Beautiful place, enjoyed the tranquility very much. Very close to Nelspruit. Short piece of dirt road just a bit bad.

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Thinus N - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Thinus N
On business

Baie rustig.

Besondere omgewing.

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Very calm.

Particular environment.

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Serena H - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Serena H
Family with teenagers

So beautiful.

Very reasonable accommodation for the price paid. Area and lawns are immaculate and very beautiful. Very restful.

Nicolette S - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicolette S

Hippo Water Front Lodge is 'n uitstekende keuse.

Dit is 'n plek met 'n heerlike ontspannende atmosfeer. Die eenhede is skoon en netjies en maak kuier 'n fees.

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Hippo Water Front Lodge is an excellent choice.

It is a place with a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere. The units are clean and tidy and make visiting a feast.

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Marlene L - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marlene L

Dit was 'n aangename verrassing om daar te kom en die lieflike chalet te beleef. Anton was baie behulpsaam en vriendelik en ons sal definitief aanbeveel.

Ons was baie in ons skik met die chalet, Anton se hulp en die pragtige omgewing van die Hippo Waterfront Lodge. Die enigste probleem was die een aand wat ons oorgeslaap het. Ons moes vir 'n langer tyd bespreek het. Volgende keer sal ons vir ten minste 'n week gaan. Baie dankie vir LekkeSlaap se hulp toe ons by die hek gewag het. Julle is baie professioneel.

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It was a pleasant surprise to get there and experience the lovely chalet. Anton was very helpful and friendly and we would definitely recommend.

We were very satisfied with the chalet, Anton's help and the beautiful surroundings of the Hippo Waterfront Lodge. The only problem was the one night we overslept. We should have booked for a longer time. Next time we will go for at least a week. Many thanks for LekkeSlaap's help when we were waiting at the gate. You are very professional.

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Frik V - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Frik V
Family with teenagers

Ons het die rustigheid baie geniet!

Dit was heerlik! Dis baie rustig en skoon.

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We really enjoyed the tranquility!

It was delicious! It's very quiet and clean.

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Francina N - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Francina N
With partner

Baie mooi plekkie en Johan hulle was baie vriendelik.

Ek sal enige iemand aanbeveel soontoe is baie mooi en groen en rustig en die personeel is almal is vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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Very nice place and Johan they were very friendly.

I would recommend anyone to go there is very beautiful and green and peaceful and the staff are all friendly and helpful.

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Rianne D - May 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rianne D
Family with teenagers

Heeeeeeeeeeeeerlik!

Pragtige, rustige plekkie om te bly! Sal verseker weer soontoe gaan!

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Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

Beautiful, peaceful place to stay! Will definitely go there again!

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Carine B - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Carine B

Regtig beeldskoon. Natuur is so pragtig.

Houthuissies is skoon en netjies. Hulle het regtig aan alles gedink. Wonderlik om tussen die diere te kan wees. Vriendelike hulp en gasvryheid.

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Really beautiful. Nature is so beautiful.

Wooden houses are clean and tidy. They really thought of everything. Wonderful to be among the animals. Friendly help and hospitality.

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Carlien L - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Carlien L
With partner

Ongelooflik mooi.

Ons was met oop arms ontvang. Die natuur is beeldskoon daar. Ons het aandete en ontbyt daar geniet, dit was sowaar die moeite werd. Ongelukkig rook meeste van die werknemers en vir 'n nie-roker is dit soms ongeskik as iemand 'n diens lewer met 'n sigaret in die mond.

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Incredibly beautiful.

We were received with open arms. The nature is beautiful there. We enjoyed dinner and breakfast there, it was really worth it. Unfortunately, most of the employees smoke and for a non-smoker it is sometimes inappropriate if someone provides a service with a cigarette in their mouth.

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Riana G - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Riana G
Family with teenagers

Goeie reëlings en opvolgwerk. Die eienaar is baie behulpsaam.

Ligging is pragtig. Kombuistoerusting is in 'n baie goeie toestand, maar die beddegoed was nie skoon en vars nie. Daar was hare van vorige gaste op die lakens en dit het ook nie vars geruik nie. Die lakens is oud en vol wolletjies. Die braaiplek is agter die huisie. Die res van die gaste kuier voor op die pragtige houtdek en die braaier moet alleen staan en braai, dis onprakties.

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Good arrangements and follow-up work. The owner is very helpful.

Location is beautiful. Kitchen equipment is in very good condition, but the bedding was not clean and fresh. There was hair from previous guests on the sheets and it didn't smell fresh either. The sheets are old and full of lint. The braai place is behind the house. The rest of the guests visit on the beautiful wooden deck and the braaier has to stand alone and braai, it's impractical.

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Hippo Waterfront Lodge 's response

Baie dankie vir die geleentheid om te reageer. Ons het in Junie splinternuwe winterslakens vir al die beddens gekoop. Ek neem aan dit maak wolletjies omrede dit nog so nuut is, maar gaste hare is te betwyfel aangesien die chalets elke dag behoorlik skoon gemaak word. DIt is ook nie aan my uitgewys dat die beddegoed nie vars ruik of hare op het nie.

Al die chalets het braaiers op die dekke gehad, maar weens onbedagsame gaste het 6 chalets in 2013 afgebrand, daarom is die braaiers nie meer op die dekke nie. Daar is genoeg plek vir stoele by die braaiers sodat almal daar kan kuier.

Hippo Waterfront Lodge
Jannie P - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Jannie P
With partner

Nice stay, but certain things need to be worked on.

The overall stay was very pleasant, but the rooms weren't serviced every day because according to the cleaning staff there are no spare keys. Because the rooms were not serviced, we even had to get our own toilet paper.

Hippo Waterfront Lodge 's response

I am on the property 24/7 to assist guests with anything. If guests are experiencing any problems , we prefer that they bring it to the attention of management and not the cleaning staff. Management will then ensure that all problems are sorted out with immediate effect.

Hippo Waterfront Lodge
Victor T - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Victor T
With partner

Mixed feelings, but liked the friendly owner

Very private, but the gravel road kills your touring spirit. When it rains yoh yoh yoh, it's a struggle! The rooms and equipment are very good and Mr Nel is welcoming to his guests.

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  • Capacity: 42 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 12:00 to 20:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Sterkspruit 41, Mbombela (Nelspruit), 1200, Mpumalanga
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