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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

Non-refundable
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$522.73

$418.18

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

Non-refundable
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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EllennlNL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 8, 2026

"Heerlijk"

8.0

Een prachtig uitzicht op de rivier met hippos

Niets

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AnouskanlNL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 24, 2026

"Prima als je van onrust houdt"

8.0

Heerlijke pleinen uitvalsbasis om Kruger te bezoeken

De grote groepen toeristen, te veel te luid en absoluut niet fijn. Zijn bussen vol

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NataliedeDE
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 22, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Zum Abendessen haben wir eine riesige Gruppe Hippos gesehen. Zum Frühstück Elefanten im Berg auf der anderen Seite des Flusses. Die Anlage ist wunderschön. Das Personal war super freundlich, allen voran der junge Mitarbeiter vom Excellent Service.

Das Frühstück war reichlich, aber nicht der Unterkunft entsprechend. Es gab leider keinen Scheibenkäse oder regionale Produkte.

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timm1203MORFELDEN-WALLDORF, HESSE
Verified booking
Friends getaway
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 20, 2026

"Very nice for a night or two"

6.0

Hippo Hollow was our first stop in SA en route to the greater Kruger. We stopped for an overnight to break the long drive. It turns out it was a good choice. It was nice listening to the Hippos through the night. The location is excellent, the food is good and the restaurant has a good choice of drinks. The staff is generally very friendly and helpful. The rooms are nice and spacious and clean. A bit dark all in all – but that was no big deal. The service overall is good. We just had one brief unpleasant experience while sitting on the deck and wanting to keep the table (one of many) for dinner as we all had already gathered there for the afternoon. The reply was a bit rude – but all was good in the end. TIA 😉

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Lee-AnnezaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 13, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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PaulgbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 12, 2026

"Very relaxing, would go back ."

8.0

Breakfast was good, location fine.

We had very wet weather. Only god can be blamed for that ! 🤣

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EgorruRU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 11, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Отель с большой зеленой территорией на берегу реки. Уютное, просторное бунгало с выходом к бассейну. Завтрак - шведский стол, достаточно разнообразный. Есть такой же вариант ужина по хорошей цене. Персонал очень гостеприимный Через лодж бронировали трансферы от и до аэропорта, сафари и панорамный маршрут. Все было прекрасно организовано - пунктуально. на удобных машинах, с отличными гидами

Ожидали встретить бегемотов на территории, но не получилось :)

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Verified GuestesES
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 9, 2026

"Malo"

6.0

Las vistas del bar .

No había carta , el desayuno malo igual que la cena . Además me timaron pensando que me hacían oferta en el safari y te lo cobran 3 veces más . Unos saca cuartos . Además 1 del personal se equivocó al traer un café de de más y muy malas formas . Exageradamente mal educada . Tuve que hablar con 2 superiores . Eso hace que las vacaciones no sean como esperas . Mala elección . No por pagar más es mejor .

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WiebenlNL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 30, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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Arne Schneider deDE
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 30, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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