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8.6 / 10 Guest Rating

Hippo Hollow Country Estate

R40, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1242, Mbombela, ZA

Hippo Hollow Country Estate - main view

About the Property

Outdoor Swimming Pools and Lazy River
Indulge in relaxation with 2 outdoor swimming pools and a lazy river at your disposal.

Dining and Beverage Options
Savor delicious meals at Hippo Hollow Restaurant and enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge.

Additional Amenities
Benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and babysitting facilities. The hotel also offers a computer station, dry cleaning services, and event facilities for your convenience.

Book your stay at Hippo Hollow Country Estate and experience a tranquil retreat on the river, just a short drive from Kruger National Park.

Facilities & Amenities

Boat tours nearby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Picnic area
Free airport transportation
Gift shops or newsstand

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Standard Room, Courtyard Area - Photo 1
Standard Room, Courtyard Area - Photo 2
Standard Room, Courtyard Area - Photo 3
Standard Room, Courtyard Area - Photo 4
Standard Room, Courtyard Area - Photo 5
Standard Room, Courtyard Area - Photo 6
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Standard Room, Courtyard Area

1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds205-sq-foot room, balcony with pool and courtyard views Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettleSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe and access to in-room childcareComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) availableSmoking And Non-Smoking

19 m2
Sleeps 3
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxAir conditioningHair dryer

Standard Room with Courtyard View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$161.68

$129.34

Includes taxes & fees

Courtyard Standard Rooms

Free cancellation
Before Jun 29 (2 days)
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$304.65

$243.72

Includes taxes & fees
River Chalet - Photo 1
River Chalet - Photo 2
River Chalet - Photo 3
River Chalet - Photo 4
River Chalet - Photo 5
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River Chalet

1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds301-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettleSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe and access to in-room childcareComfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fanAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) availableSmoking And Non-Smoking

28 m2
Sleeps 3
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxHair dryerRefrigerator

Chalet with River View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$504.38

$403.5

Includes taxes & fees

River Chalets

Free cancellation
Before Jun 29 (2 days)
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$521.29

$417.03

Includes taxes & fees
Chalet, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Garden Area - Photo 1
Chalet, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Garden Area - Photo 2
Chalet, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Garden Area - Photo 3
Chalet, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Garden Area - Photo 4
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Chalet, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Garden Area

1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds291-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views Food & Drink - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettleSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe and access to in-room childcareComfort - Daily housekeeping and ceiling fanAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) availableSmoking And Non-Smoking

27 m2
Sleeps 3
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxHair dryerRefrigerator

Chalet with Garden View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$175.51

$140.41

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.6
Excellent50 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the excellent location close to phabeni/kruger gate and frequently praise the beautiful river views and terraces with wildlife sightings (hippos, elephants).

Categories

Cleanliness7.6
Service9.3
Location9.5
Room Quality7.8
Amenities8.9
Value for Money9.2
Food and Beverage7.0
Overall Experience9.5

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O
OliviausUS
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 26, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Location was great, nice amount of privacy for the whole property, and from other rooms. The porch in the back on the river was magical. Beautiful views of the river and hillside. Great sightings of hippos and crocs! Breakfast included was wonderful. They also pack you a breakfast bag to-go if your excursion leaves earlier than breakfast begins.

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AndrezaZA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 23, 2026

"Excellent place for a good rest."

9.0

The natural beauty and well kept premises / facilities.

Nothing, all was very good.

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Chantelle LomaxzaZA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 22, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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JenniferzaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 20, 2026

"Great. Rooms Need some upgrading"

7.0

Loved the area, the restaurant and the view of the river with hippos and you could see elephants!!! The breakfast was amazing!

The style of the bedroom could use an upgrade to a more modern feel, especially cause the view from your room and the place as a whole is such a wonderful place.

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PeterzaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 19, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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AnnanlNL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 18, 2026

"Topverblijf net naast Krugerpark"

10.0

Ligging aan de rivier met zicht op rand Krugerpark. Vanaf balkon vogels spotten en soms olifanten of een krokodil. Zeer aardig personeel.

Niets

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M
MarleenzaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 17, 2026

"Very nice relaxing stay"

9.0

Staff was extremely friendly and service was excellent. Breakfast was good. Nice comfy rooms Hippos was a treat

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ZandilezaZA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"Great"

8.0

Everything

Nothing

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BONGIWE PRECIOUSzaZA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 15, 2026

"True African environment"

10.0

It is the place it thinks it is. Everything: the place, the food, the ambience…

That I stayed too short

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SibusisozaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 14, 2026

"Hippo, the place to be at."

10.0

The rooms were neat and clean. The breakfast was out of this world.

Well, I made a bad choice by choosing the chicken and prawns curry. I personally didn't like it.

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