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Kubu Safari Lodge

Limpopo · South Africa

Argyle Road, 0View location

7.8/10Very good15 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service7.8/107.8
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition8.8/108.8
Location6.8/106.8
Neighborhood8.0/108.0
Amenities10.0/1010.0
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About Kubu Safari Lodge

Kubu Safari Lodge is situated near Hoedspruit, Limpopo province, equally distant to the world renowned Kruger National Park and the Drakensberg mountains. Famous holiday destinations, such as the Blyde River Canyon and the panorama route are in close vicinity.

The new corridor and border gate to Mozambique via Kruger Park and Massingir Dam offer great opportunities for bush and beach combinations. At roughly 8 km, there is direct access to Hoedspruit Airport with two flights per day from OR Tambo International Airport (approximately 450 km away).

Nelspruit Airport is around 180 km from the hotel.

Set amidst indigenous Bushveld and vegetation adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the hotel offers warm hospitality, exceptional close wildlife encounters, dedicated service and superb cuisine. It is a privately owned lodge, where emphasis is placed on detail and personal attention.

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Renovated in 2012, the lodge features 48 spacious luxury rooms. Facilities on offer to guests include a lobby, hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a TV lounge, bar, dining room and conference facilities. Guests may also take advantage of the internet access, laundry service and car park.

All rooms are uniquely designed in a warm African style and colour enhanced by German craftsmanship and the extensive use of natural materials such as thatch, reed and wood. They are equipped with modern en suite facilities offering every comfort.

The unique set-up of the entire lodge, with a star shaped distribution of the chalets around the main entertainment area, allows the visitors to experience a true 'back to nature' feeling.

Secluded verandas with each room overlooking the Bushveld or the majestic escarpment offer peace and tranquillity to observe frequently roaming game or the abundance of birdlife. All rooms come equipped with a shower, hairdryer, safe, tea and coffee making facilities, an ironing set and a terrace.

When you stay at Kubu Safari Lodge in Hoedspruit, you'll be on a river and steps from Selati Nature Reserve. This lodge is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Kapama Private Nature Reserve and 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.

Make yourself at home in one of the 48 guestrooms. Rooms have private patios. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 5:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special 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. The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 240 per person (one-way)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

Nearby attractions

Selati Nature Reserve 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Kapama Private Nature Reserve 15.9 km / 9.9 mi
Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate 21.7 km / 13.5 mi
Drakensig Golf Course 26 km / 16.2 mi
Umhlametsi Game Reserve 28.1 km / 17.5 mi
Madrid Game Farm 34.1 km / 21.2 mi
Nyani Cultural Village 35 km / 21.7 mi
Zebra Dam 35.4 km / 22 mi
Kolgans Dam 36.4 km / 22.6 mi
Jessica the Hippo 38.8 km / 24.1 mi
Acornhoek Plaza 40 km / 24.9 mi
Tintswalo Hospital 41.5 km / 25.8 mi
Ehlanzeni Collage 42.8 km / 26.6 mi
Mafunyani Cultural Village 44.6 km / 27.7 mi
Blyde Nature Reserve 46.5 km / 28.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 1995
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2010
  • Number of floors (main building): 2
  • Number of floors (annexe): 1
  • Double rooms: 40
  • Accessible rooms: 5
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  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-out
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Garden
  • Sun terrace
  • Gym
  • Dining area
  • Private pool
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Conference room
  • Photocopier
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Hot breakfast
  • Buffet lunch
  • À la carte lunch
  • Buffet dinner
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Half Board
  • Special dietary options
  • Picnic
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Snacks
  • Fitness
  • Safari
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Room types

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    Kubu Safari Lodge

    SUITE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX

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    Kubu Safari Lodge

    SUITE DELUXE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DX

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Kubu Safari Lodge

7.8
Very good
15 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
7.8 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Location
6.8 /10
Neighborhood
8.0 /10
Amenities
10.0 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2025
Grant
Staff amazing. Rooms perfect. Excellent food, location and friendliest and sweetest staff.bfood is also amazing.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
29 Aug 2015
Verified traveler

Rude Owners

While the physical accommodations were nice the owners were downright rude and unpleasant. It is astonishing how people in the hospitality industry could be so inhospitable.
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2015
Carrie

Beyond Basic, Beautiful, Bush Experience

My husband and I stayed at the Kubu Lodge for 11 nights. The staff and owners, Nicole and Manfred, were pleasant, friendly and helpful. The rooms were beautiful and kept clean. Breakfast was a delight every morning with fresh fruit, fresh bread and eggs made to order. The ladies knew my husband liked mushrooms and they made sure he had them on his plate every morning. We ate several dinners there and particularly enjoyed the meals prepared in the boma. We saw many animals as we drove into Hoedspruit everyday. The Kubu Lodge is a peaceful place that calls one to rest and be refreshed.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2023
Stefan
Wow. Wir durften vier Tage über Weihnachten 2022 in der Kubu Lodge verbringen. Das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis ist super. Manfred und Nicole haben eine wunderbare Unterkunft erschaffen, die einen den Busch fühlen lässt. Viel Komfort, tolles Essen, aber bodenständig. Der Staff ist super, offen und witzig. Wir haben uns von Sekunde 1 an pudelwohl gefühlt.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
01 May 2019
Ludovic

N accepté pas les cartes de crédit

Très mauvaise surprise au moment de régler la note le matin du départ : pas de carte bleue possible, pour un montant d environs 6000 zar ... Et rien n était indiqué sur notre réservation.
Pas très logique lorsque l'on se fait référencer sur les plateformes web.
Pas d accès téléphonique et web limité : seule solution : aller retirer la somme en cash a 20' de là.
Près de 1 h de trajet pour pouvoir régler ma note.
Bilan : vu le manque de support du propriétaire pour aider a résoudre le problème (qui vient de son refus de permettre les paiements par carte), je déconseille vivement cet établissement.
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Kubu Safari Lodge
Argyle Road, 0, Hoedspruit, South Africa

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