Solar Energy Powered Each unit at Wild Dog Guest Lodge features the latest solar powered technology, which completes our mission to provide our guests with clean power and no power disruptions to compliment the most comfortable stay. Our Solar Energy systems accelerate the development of clean energy power generation system integration based on the new energy equipment, innovation and expansion in the field of clean power conversion technology. We warmly welcome you to Wild Dog Guest Lodge, Hoedspruit a Luxurious 4-star Bush Lodge located on the Greenbelt of Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate where the melodies of nature rise over all sounds. Indulge yourself in this breathtaking natural setting offering splendid bush veld and mountain views while appreciating wildlife sightings from your patio. Treat yourself with a genuine bush veld break in one of the luxurious and spacious cottages or villas elegantly decorated with modern African touches. Enjoy a peaceful and tranquil safari or bush break while residing in exclusive, modern and fully equipped units offering a high level of comfort and privacy. Our units are perfect for families and nature lovers who enjoy a quiet bush break or safari holiday. Wild Dog Guest Lodge features two Properties within Hoedspruit Wildlife Reserve (approximately 1.2 mi apart), both properties consist of a shared swimming pool, loungers, deck chairs and umbrellas. The Main Lodge (352 Kierrieklapper) introduces the the Sable Cottage (Family Room) & Nyala Cottage (Chalet) - These units both accommodate 2 guests, are fully equipped for self catering and offer guests the option to also book for breakfast. Akasia Villas (324 Akasia) Shawu Villa (Two-Bedroom Villa) (maximum 4 adults and 2 children under 12) & Dzombo Villa (Luxury Villa) (maximum 4 - These units are larger units, both with their own barbecue area and are fully equipped for Self Catering. Guests can also reserve the bed & breakfast option and enjoy a delicious full continental breakfast at the Main Lodge. All our units offer a magnitude of amenities, which include an information file with activities and places to visit in the area. All units are equipped with dining areas, Hi-speed wifi, air-conditioning, Flat screen TVs with the following cable TV viewing options - Netflix, Appel TV, Showmax & You Tube. DSTV app is installed on our flat screen TVs - Guests to enter their own DSTV Log-in details should they want to make use of DSTV streaming. Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate is a conserved 680 hectare reserve which lie at the foot of the Klein Drakensberg Mountain escarpment, between the Blyde River Valley and Kruger National Park. This exclusive estate’s pristine lowveld bush is home to a splendid array of plants, birds and animals. Impalas, Kudus, Zebra, Waterbuck, Giraffe and Wildebeest graze peacefully, while stocky Warthogs search for roots and tubers. Hyena, Wild dog and Leopard sightings occur from time to time within the Estate while nocturnal creatures operate with their highly developed senses during the magical star graze African nights.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 queen bed
and
1 futon bed
Bedroom 1:
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Phumzile
    South Africa South Africa
    the property is beautiful and satisfying, the stuff is very welcoming and kind.
  • Roderick
    South Africa South Africa
    Simply Fantastic really good breakfast and not greasy
  • Masechaba
    South Africa South Africa
    Such a secluded place, away from the busy lifestyle. Very clean with crisp white linen. Best for family or couples. The host was wonderful and present when we needed him/her.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Breakfast only at Main Lodge where Sable & Nyala Cottages are situated approximately 2km from the Shawu & Dzombo Luxury Villas
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

Amenities of Wild Dog Guest Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Pool view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Tour desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    2 swimming pools
    Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    Spa
    • Fitness
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Wild Dog Guest Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    ZAR 400 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Debit card Wild Dog Guest Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Wild Dog Guest Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Wild Dog Guest Lodge

    • Room options at Wild Dog Guest Lodge include:

      • Chalet
      • Villa

    • Check-in at Wild Dog Guest Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Wild Dog Guest Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Wild Dog Guest Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Swimming pool
      • Fitness
      • Bike tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Game drives
      • Horseback riding
      • Walking tours
      • Live sports events (broadcast)

    • Wild Dog Guest Lodge is 1.9 miles from the center of Hoedspruit. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Wild Dog Guest Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Italian
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • À la carte

    • Wild Dog Guest Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Breakfast only at Main Lodge where Sable & Nyala Cottages are situated approximately 2km from the Shawu & Dzombo Luxury Villas

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.