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Emhosheni River Lodge

3.5 star property
Riverside lodge with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Plott No 22, Parsons Private Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Blyde River Canyon
  • Place, Phalaborwa Gate
  • Place, Three Rondavels
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)

Room options

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Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, River View (Rondwael 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
Ceiling fan
  • River view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Chalet, Patio, River View (Rondawel 1)

Deluxe Chalet, Patio, River View (Rondawel 1)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Chalet, Patio, River View (Rondawel 3)

Deluxe Chalet, Patio, River View (Rondawel 3)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Tent

Family Tent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪C.A.R.E Nursery - ‬85 min drive

About this property

Emhosheni River Lodge

Riverside lodge with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Emhosheni River Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star lodge.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Emhosheni River Lodge offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Espresso makers and free minibar items are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Emhosheni River Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1200 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Emhosheni River Lodge Lodge
Emhosheni River Lodge Hoedspruit
Balule Parsons Private Nature Reserve
Emhosheni River Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Emhosheni River Lodge?

Yep, Emhosheni River Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Emhosheni River Lodge have a pool?

Emhosheni River Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Emhosheni River Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Emhosheni River Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Emhosheni River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Emhosheni River Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Emhosheni River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed a fantastic break at this wonderful lodge. The team under the leadership of Sarah were fantastic and the highlight of my stay. The dining and meals by Lucia were first class. the safari drives by William and Rose were very educational. I cant wait to rebook
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained stunning location. Fabulous river views one platform up in the trees. Swimming pool excellent. Could see animals at waterhole just outside lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super freundliches und aufmerksames Personal und toll gelegene Unterkunft direkt am Flussy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Emhosheni Lodge war für uns der herausragende Part unserer Südafrika Reise. Das Personal war unglaublich freundlich und zuvorkommend und haben uns alle Wünsche von den Lippen abgelesen. Wer auf der Suche nach einer luxuriösen Safarilodge ist, sollte unbedingt die Emhosheni Lodge besuchen. Das fantastische Mittagessen gemeinsam mit Freunden auf der Aussichtsterasse mit Blick auf die Hippos im Oliphants River, die Eric für uns eingedeckt und uns frische Cocktails gemixt hat werden wir nie vergessen. Auch die Game Drives waren klasse.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ficamos hospedados por 4 dias! Dias incríveis e que sempre lembraremos com muito carinho! Nós sentimos em casa, atenção e receptividade de todos no hotel foram demais! Equipe de hotel não sabe o que fazer para agradar! Área do hotel privilegiada, do hotel já conseguimos ver praticamente todos animais da varanda do nosso quarto! Safaris que hotel fornece amamos! Gostaríamos de deixar um abraço para todos que trabalham e estiveram cuidado de nós esses dias! Cardápio foi preparado de acordo com que pedimos! Todos sempre sorridentes e prontos para nos atender! Se um dia voltarmos para África do Sul, certeza que ficaremos aí! Obrigada por tudo !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr zuvorkommendes Personal, die Unterkunft wurde mit Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet . Der Service ist top! Eine herrliche Ruhe herrscht dort. Man kann super entspannen! Leider konnte man bei den Game Drives nicht so viel sehen , wie im Krüger Nationalpark selbst , da das Territorium auf dem gefahren wird nicht sehr groß ist. Bei längeren Aufenthalten wird wohl aber ein Tagesauflug in den Krüger angeboten .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
sehr tolle Lodge mit super freundlichem Personal, die bei jedem Anliegen helfen. Von der Lodge kann man am daneben liegenden Fluss Wildtiere beobachten. Wir waren 3 Nächte hier und haben mehrere Elefanten, Giraffen, Hippos, Antilopen, Affen und Warzenschweine gesehen. Die Lodge bietet Safaris im Privatreservat mit eigenem, sehr erfahrenen Ranger an. Wir konnten auf 3 Safaris (2x morgens, 1x Abends) Giraffen, Elefanten, Zebras, viele Antilopenarten, einen Schakal und eine Löwenfamilie bestaunen. Achtung: der Weg vom Tor neben der Hauptstraße zur Lodge ist eine holprige,unbfestigte Straße von 13km! Ein SUV ist ein muss.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

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

Excelente estadia

Exceto pelo vexame que passei na hora do checkout (ausência de repasse da expedia dos valores das diárias) a estadia foi excepcional. Excelente localização e funcionários maravilhosos. Recomendo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean yves

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent séjour au calme avec les les éléphants et Impalas qui viennent boire à quelques mètres de l'hôtel ! Lodge très confortable, repas bons et maitre d'hôtel attentif allant jusqu'à proposer un autre dessert ;). Je recommande.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jelmer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, beautiful scenery and very cool place. If you visit Balule, this is a MUST.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024