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Gem in the bush lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and rooftop terrace

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Exterior
Free daily full breakfast
Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Garden

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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682 Kierieklapper St, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380
  • Place, Selati Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Blyde River Canyon
  • Airport, Hoedspruit (HDS)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hoedspruit

A luxury stay in Hoedspruit awaits you at Gem in the bush lodge. You'll find Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and Three Rondavels in the region. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the region of this 4.5-property class Hoedspruit guest house include Blyde River Canyon and Bourkes' Luck Potholes.
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What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 27 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Jessica the Hippo - 31 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 38 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Wings Spur Steak Ranch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fig & Bean - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Giraffe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Hoedpsruit Café - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Gem in the bush lodge

Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Gem in the bush lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Hoedspruit guest house.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gem in the bush lodge offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and a ceiling fan. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. This Hoedspruit guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 260; reservation required

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 260

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, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Gem In The Bush Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gem in the bush lodge?

Gem in the bush lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Gem in the bush lodge?

Yep, Gem in the bush lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Gem in the bush lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Gem in the bush lodge have a pool?

Gem in the bush lodge has an outdoor pool.

What makes Gem in the bush lodge a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as memory foam beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gem in the bush lodge.

Does Gem in the bush lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gem in the bush lodge?

No, Gem in the bush lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gem in the bush lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Gem in the bush lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gem in the bush lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Gem in the bush lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Obakeng

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le Gem in the Bush est un lodge récent superbement équipé et très confortable. Le personnel est très agréable et les repas étaient très bien cuisinés et copieux.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren vom Abendessen enttäuscht.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024