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Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge

4.0 star property
Lakefront lodge in Hoedspruit with safari and outdoor pool

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Located by the lake, Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge offers a serene retreat. Unwind at the outdoor pool with sun loungers, indulge in a full breakfast or enjoy wildlife viewing. Guests loved taking advantage of concierge services and multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Why we love this property

Dining that satisfies
Poolside restaurant, garden-view cafe, and free full breakfast await. In-room champagne and private dining add romantic options.
Luxury in every corner
Premium Egyptian cotton sheets grace each room. Guests enjoy champagne service and turndown service, plus a memory foam mattress.
Nature and wildlife lodge
Situated on a lake within a regional park, this lodge offers exciting ecotours and game drives. The rural setting includes a terrace and picnic area.

Room options

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Honeymoon Suite, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Honeymoon Suite, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, River View

  • River view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, River View ( Interleading Suites ) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Suite, River View ( Interleading Suites )

  • River view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 3 Twin Beds, River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

Family Suite, 3 Twin Beds, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Premier Suite

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Limpopo, Hoedspruit, 1451, South Africa, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 31 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 36 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 53 min drive - 64.1 km
  • Jessica the Hippo - 57 min drive - 53.4 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 6.1 miles/9.8 km
  • Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck) - 30 miles/48.2 km
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • The Bush Pub & Inn
  • Airport Restaurant

About this property

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Hoedspruit. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a free airport shuttle, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 9 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Elandela - This poolside bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge includes ecotours, game viewing, and a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge?

Yes, Elandela offers garden views and poolside dining.

Does Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge like?

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Selati Nature Reserve.

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Reviews

Elandela Private Game Reserve & Luxury Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great trips. Great lodging. Good to great food. Great guides who try hard to make sure guests see wildlife.
Kevin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing and went well above expectations. We saw all of thebig 5 as well as numerous other animals. Great place to stay. Don’t book through expedia though and book through their site.
Surima, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is a must go. From the moment you checkin and are greeted by Francisco to the time you leave, you feel like the most important person in the world. The guides we had (Simon, Rudolph) were incredible and got us up close and personal with the animals. We will be taking our family back!
Josh, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great place with amazing staff! The thing to improve is the food, it was okay but not more than that.
Amanda, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect from the moment we touched down at Hoedspruit airport . Waiting for us was Sandy who collected our luggage and whisked us off through the wildlife ( giraffes and warthogs meandering around the roads) and straight to Elandela where we we received a very warm welcome from Francisco and Sindy. We were shown around the spotlessly clean facilities , greeted by the staff and taken to our beautiful lodge facing the lake. Amazing large room with extra large bathroom with separate toilet, indoor and outdoor shower, large whirlpool bath , sun terrace front and back. Tea and coffee making facilities and well stocked fridge. First class restaurant serving excellent choice of food throughout our stay. Attentive staff ensuring we had an amazing stay. Excellent first class guides on the game drives who would find the impossible possible. So friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Elandela. Cannot fault it. Everything absolutely first class all the way.
Loraine, 7-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Great Experiance - Game Reserve

We had a good experience during our stay. We were here for a couple of days and had gone for 4 game drives (one @ Kruger NP). We specially liked the way we were welcomed in the lodge. Lil disappointed with the food as we had very less options for Asian Vegetarians. Were able to see big5 except Leopard and various other animal & bird species. Had a great time @ bonfire during first night with their traditional song & dance. Overall a superb experience!!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is a little piece of paradise. Under Neville’s management nothing ever felt “out of control” or ever too much. Their hospitality, the service and concern for guests is what makes this place unique. The animals make it special. Sindiso our guide made sure that every drive was filled with as much sightings and information as possible. He is very knowledgeable not only on the animals but on the birds and trees as well. Walking out of your room seeing the giraffes, lounging in the pool or on the patio with the zebra’s grazing close by and the hippos in the pond. You certainly don’t go hungry either, Sibosiso the cook made sure we were always well fed and you could see and feel the love he put into his cooking. Sibosiso the server was always there with something refreshing to drink. The cleaning staff made sure our room was always picture perfect and clean. The gardeners were always cleaning up and making sure the grounds were perfect, and I mean artist perfect. From beginning to end everyone at Elandela made our stay extremely memorable and we will definitely be back. I can not recommend this place strongly enough, these are the memories and friends you will never forget. Thank you for making my husband’s first safari special.
Martha, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Profissionais atenciosos, otimo serviço e com boa instalações, se possivel escolha ficar no bloco "lake view".
Matias Gabriel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Maravilhoso. Hotel 5 estrelas mssmo. Atendimento exepcional. Tudo limpo, bonito, comida maravilhosa servida em sistema de pratos a la carte mas sempre com apenas 1 opcao no almoço e 3 no jantar. Café da manhã buffet e vc pode pedir algumas coisas como omelete, ovos, etc.. o lado com vista para o lago é meljor, achei mais seguro relacionado a animaos chegarem oerto. Mas nesse lado so tem quattos para casal. No lado do rio tem quartos familia e é mais indicado para quem viaja com cdiancas. A noite da um medo de sair do restaurante e jr para o quarto mas os funcionários dizem nao ter perigo Só fizemos safari a tarde porque estava chovendo e não teve o da nos dias em que ficamoa, mas foi super legal e o guia Rudolph foi super atenciosos e sabia muito sobre os animaos para nos explicar.
Juliana, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

From arrival to departure we could not have been more pleased in every way. The guides on the drives were outstanding. Brenda, a coordinator could not have been more helpful. The dining room was very nice. The area is suffering an extreme multi year drought, which is causing dire consequences for animals and the landscape, both here and in Kreuger.
Bob, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Muito bom e da pra ficar melhor!

Recomendo muito a hospedagem no Elandela! O Safari faz tudo valer a pena! A reserva do leao branco e dos rinocerontes é o melhor de tudo! A ranger Karina e John são incríveis. Porem, apesar de ter amado o safari eu recomendo ficar em 2 reservas diferentes, foi o que fizemos e valeu muito a pena. No Elandela não tem elefantes, por isso eles oferecem uma visita ao kruger. Nós fomos lá mas nao conseguimos ver nenhum elefante la. A sorte é que tinhamos outra reserva ainda e pudemos vê-los de perto. Quanto ao hotel, nosso quarto era bem confortavel. Só tenho duas sugestões: Colocar cortina black out nos quartos e uma reposição melhor de shampoo, sabonete e etc. A comida é otima! Os jantares sao excelentes e de otima qualidade. Mas concordo com alguns reviews que li que sao poucas opcoes. Nao pouca quantidade, pois tudo é muito bem servido. Mas poucas opcoes. No jantar, por exemplo, sò tem uma opcao de peixe e carne/frango. No almoço comemos mac and cheese um dia e no outro quiche de legumes. Nao tinha opcao de escolha no almoço. Só 1 prato e paes. Tinha uma vegetariana no grupo que avisou que era vegetariana e nao tinha nada diferente pra ela. No jantar, por ex, ela nao tinha prato principal. Somente entrada, sopa e etc. outra sugestao é oferecer agua filtrada pelo menos nas refeiçoes e safaris. Está incluso 2 garrafas de agua por dia. Mas, como em outros hoteis e restaurantes, acredito que oferecer agua filtrada nas refeiçoes nao iria custar nada pro hotel.
3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

good stay overall

NICE rooms , good stuff , game drive a bit weak and food can be a bit better , weak wifi .
Yaron, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing professionalism ! Worries free lodge Everything is included They can even cook your traditional food !!!!
5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic !!!! Wonderful Great service, unforgettable experience !!
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Ótimo hotel e Safari . Excelente animais e quartos .
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Sehr schöne, gepflegte Anlage mit zuvorkommendem Service. Die Pirschfahrten waren interessant-besonderes Highlight waren die weißen Löwen. Wir wohnten in der River Lodge und durften leider nicht die dazugehörige Lake Lodge besuchen. Befremdlich war die gewünschte Eintragung der Tips in eine Namenliste.
Erich, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfeito!

Incrível! Muito prestativos. Quarto maravilhoso e serviço excepcional!
Diego, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Wir haben zu dritt 800 Euro pro Nacht gezahlt. Das ist ja nicht gerade ein Schnäppchen. Die Zimmer waren im Grundsatz ok, aber es war alles total nüchtern und es fehlte leider die afrikanische atä
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel dentro do parque Krueger com animais perto

Na diária tem dois safaris por dia inclusos. A comida tinha falta de opções e quantidade limitada
vivian, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lodge im eigenen Park

Die Häuser sind zweckmäßig modern eingerichtet, sehr groß, insgesamt sehr gut und sauber, Frühstück standart, das Abendessen fand im Freien statt (Braii), mit Tanzdarbietung, auf den Safaris sieht man viele Giraffen, Rhinos, nur Löwen bekamen wir nicht zu Gesicht, leider ist der Preis sehr hoch, doch mit einer der günstigsten Lodges weit und breit und für das Gebotene (2 Safaris, Braii) etc. erscheint es angemessen (650,- für drei Personen/Nacht)
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Razoavel

O quarto era confortavel,limpo porem não havia nenhuma estrutura de lazer apenas uma piscina muito pequena e sem deck. Nos ficamos no River View Lodge e não havia nada para fazer depois que voltavamos do safari. A comida era pouca e so tinha um menu com pouquissimas opções, nenhuma variedade! Os ranges sao otimos e da pra ve bastante animal apesar de nao ter elefante! Mas esperava q fosse melhor
Marcelo, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

missed $ turned over bags/sumiu $ malas reviradas

Its hard to say something good when we do have the experience of having our bags turned over inside your roon and realize that part of our money is gone. 2700zar total. We were 5 people and all of us had our bags checked when we are not there. We felt hostage of that situation: all our stuff in a place where people you cannot trust have free access. The provided safe is so small you cant put a tablet inside and you lock it with a key. When we talked to manager they just make sure to show the paper that they make you sign saying that they have nothing to do with it. We went to police and did a registration. Cool safaris, but I think It cant be classified as 4 stars because of security, average food, very simple towels and leaking bathrooms. É difícil pensar em algo bom a dizer quando você tem a experiência de ter suas malas reviradas dentro do quarto e perceber que parte do seu dinheiro sumiu, no total de 2700zar. Éramos em 5 e todos tiveram suas malas revistadas enquanto estávamos fora. Nos sentimos reféns da situacao: todas as suas coisas num local em que pessoas não confiaveis tem acesso. O cofre do quarto não cabia nem um tablet e era fechado com uma chave. Quando procuramos a gerência, fizeram questão de mostrar o contrato onde eles não se responsabilizavam por nada. Fomos a delegacia e fizemos um B.O. Safaris e lugar legais , mas acho que não podemos classificar como 4 estrelas por questões de segurança, comidas regulares, toalhas simples e banheiro com vazamentos.
carlos, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Interessante

Muito bom Atencioso Vale a pena
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay

Lovely enjoyable stay from start to finish. The game driver Tallin had a great deal of knowledge about all the animals which was very interesting. Managed to see a lot of different animals.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Decepçao

Nao me senti segura nos safaris oferecidos pelo hotel. O guia parava o jipe muito próximos aos animais (leões e rinocerontes), desligava o veículo e ficava o celular mostrando fotos e videos para os hospedes. Se acontecesse qualquer imprevisto, não haveria tempo hábil para absolutamente nada. Saímos as 6 horas da manhã para o safari e não foi oferecido NADA de café da manha. As 9 horas, no meio da savana, tomamos um cafezinho aguado e um pao doce ruim. Almoço e jantar em pouca quantidade e foi servido frango (frio) nas duas refeições. Meu marido teve uma gastroenterite durante a hospedagem e nenhum funcionario demostrou qualquer interesse em ajudar com medicamentos ou refeição diferenciada. Lençol com manchas vermelhas, parecendo sangue. Não indicaria este hotel para amigos e familiares.
BRUNO, 2-night trip