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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

Courtyard Standard Rooms

Free cancellation
Before Jul 2 (2 days)
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$367.13

$293.7

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 CHALET RIVER VIEW

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$522.81

$418.25

Includes taxes & fees

River Chalets

Free cancellation
Before Jul 2 (2 days)
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$581.18

$464.94

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

Garden Chalets

Free cancellation
Before Jul 2 (2 days)
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$367.13

$293.7

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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MarygbGB
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 3, 2026

"Perfect for safari trips to national park. Only 15 minutes from gate. The hotel had a good range of food and drinks . T"

7.0

It was in a beautiful location , by a river with 2 pools. Lovely restaurant area which overlooked the river .

The rooms /chalet need updating . Need new bathrooms . However the water was amazing in shower . They were very clean .

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HeshamegEG
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in May 31, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

The location

No Halal food

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NokozaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 24, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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BarbaragbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 21, 2026

"Very peaceful stay"

9.0

Beautiful setting, very peaceful accommodation The staff was friendly and helpful

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CelinaatAT
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 21, 2026

"Wunderschöne Anlage, sehr touristisch."

7.0

Die Lage direkt am Fluss mit vorbeiziehenden Hippos ist wunderschön.

Am Anreisetag hat es im Restaurant leider nicht gut geklappt, da wir 2 mal das falsche Gericht bekommen haben. Leider wurde das gewünschte Chakalaka überhaupt nie nachgebracht. Das BBQ Buffet am zweiten Tag war als wir um 20:00 Uhr von der Safari kamen leider schon kalt und wurde schon abgebaut obwohl wir reserviert hatten. Wir hatten die Morgen Safari gebucht, leider hat das Hotel unsere Namen nicht weitergegeben also hatten wir um 5:30 a.m erstmal keine info ob uns noch jemand abholen wird. Um 6.00 a.m. hat es sich durch die Rezeption dann geklärt und wir konnten auf Safari, leider etwas spät so dass wir den Sonnenaufgang verpasst hatten. Grundsätzlich habe ich vom Hotel auf Emails 1-2 Wochen vor Anreise nie eine Rückmeldung erhalten. Gegenüber des Hotels sind Elefanten die leider für Touristen zum Reiten ausgenutzt werden.

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LauradeDE
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in May 20, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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Juan LucasarAR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 19, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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RaisamuMU
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in May 19, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

We stayed nice time this place❤️

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lindan725TZANEEN, LIMPOPO PROVINCE
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 18, 2026

"Excellent stay - Highly recommended"

10.0

I recently stayed at Hippo Hollow Country Estate with my husband and we had an absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish. The staff were incredibly welcoming and so professional. The room was spotless and very spacious. We were fortunate to have a river view which made our experience even better with a stunning view. The bed was super comfy with crisp clean linen. The location os peaceful enough to relax but still close enough to great experiences, especially the Elephant Whispers. Overall it was a lovely experience and we will gladly return. I recommend Hippo Hollow to anyone looking for a memorable stay.

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molatelozaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 18, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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