isiLimela Game Lodge

Location: Portion 34 Parsons Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, za

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Lodges

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Terrace
• Safety deposit box
• Soundproof rooms
• Packed lunches
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Shuttle service (additional charge)
• Outdoor furniture
• Coffee Shop on site
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• 24-hour security
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Billiards or pool table
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Game drive nearby
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Wine release events
• Pool waterfall
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Horse riding nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Charcoal grill
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Accessible shuttle
• No accessible shuttle
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom

  1 King Bed

  527-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, furnished balcony/patio with resort views

  
  

  Layout - Separate sitting area

  Relax - Fireplace

  Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps

  Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Free bottled water

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, turndown service, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe and electrical adapters/chargers

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Fireplace
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Soap
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - ground floor

• Superior Room, 1 Bedroom

  1 King Bed

  527-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, furnished balcony/patio with resort views

  
  

  Layout - Separate sitting area

  Relax - Fireplace

  Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps

  Food & Drink - Electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, turndown service, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe and electrical adapters/chargers

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

  Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Fireplace
  • Electric kettle
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - ground floor

• Superior Chalet

  With its unique, free standing bath, a shower for those who prefer it, and the opportunity to shower outdoors underneath the open skies, and a beautiful 4-poster bed, the Chalets offer that laid back African vibe that you will want to luxuriate in. We provide both bed linen and towels. The Chalets have full air-conditioning, which you will find is most welcoming in the summer months when temperatures can soar. The Luxury Chalet is also equipped with a flat-screen tv with Netflix capability.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Fireplace
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Superior Chalet

  With its unique, free standing bath, a shower for those who prefer it, and the opportunity to shower outdoors underneath the open skies, and a beautiful 4-poster bed, the Chalets offer that laid back African vibe that you will want to luxuriate in. We provide both bed linen and towels. The Chalets have full air-conditioning, which you will find is most welcoming in the summer months when temperatures can soar.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Fireplace
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Luxury Safari Tent (2 Adults)

  The more adventurous guests can experience an authentic African camping experience, with all of the benefits of staying in a chalet, when staying in our luxury safari tent. The safari tent has everything you could expect from luxury accommodations, making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. The tent has its own private bathroom (with a shower and a bath) a safe, air-conditioning, a hairdryer and a 220v plug. The patio, with gorgeous views of the bush and beyond that the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains, is the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or evening sundowner. Sleeping in a luxury tent allows guests to get closer to nature and in the mornings, staff will arrive to safely guide you on either an early morning safari or to the main house for a scrumptious breakfast.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Electric blankets
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Vacation Home

  Ideal for family reunions or small groups, for people wanting privacy with friend and family. The private use of camp consists of all our available rooms to be booked exclusively up to 10 people. Chalet 2x, Luxury Chalet 1x, Luxury Tent 1x (extra single beds placed in the chalet(s)

  Max Occupancy: 10 (10 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Fireplace
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Ricardo (10/5): Fantástico! - Amamos a experiência, tudo foi incrível! Recomendamos fortemente a Lodge IsilLimela, os funcionários são amáveis, a comida é maravilhosa, o quarto e super confortável e os games drives são inesquecíveis. Achamos o motorista Glein um pouquinho impaciente conosco e notamos que foi mais solicito com os outros hóspedes americanos.
• Yvonne (10/5): Subliem. - Alles was in 1 woord voortreffelijk! We werden als vorst en vorstin behandeld, voelde ons soms bezwaard. Dit verblijf is zeker aan te raden en wij zouden de volgende keer weer graag terug komen.
• Gabriel (10/5): Hands down our best stay in South Africa - Wonderful place, the food is awesome, great staff. We had an incredible time there. The game drives were incredible, and I have to thank so much for the vehicle structure: We were there during rainy days and the vehicles had roofs, blankets, ponchos and pouches with heated water. That saved our experience there, we would have been so uncomfortable if it was any different.
• Raymond (10/5): Groots genieten - Geweldige game drives, super vriendelijk personeel, fantastisch verblijf in de Luxury Safari tent Niets
• Robin (10/5): Geweldige service, goed eten en schone kamers. - Super nette accomodaties van alle gemakken voorzien. Kundige rangers en met Donald een super service! Wegwijzer ing wat lastig aangegeven, maar als je er eenmaal bent wil je nooit meer weg.
• Roy (9/5): - Top locatie om mooie game drives te doen samen met Zu-Zu, de ranger van de guesthouse. Daarnaast was het eten ook erg goed!
• RONNY (10/5): - Geweldig verblijf. Prachtige kamer en badkamer. Waanzinnig uitzicht over het reservaat. Het eten is smaakvol en wordt mooi opgediend. Als het weer het toelaat wordt het diner buiten in de tuin gereserveerd tussen de kandelaars met lichtjes. Echt geweldig. Tijdens het diner wordt je kamer "nachtklaar" gemaakt. Gordijnen dicht, airco aan, klamboe gesloten en de lichten aan. Mooie safari's gemaakt maar in verhouding met Kruger niet veel verschillende soorten dieren gezien. Maar omdat dit onze eerste safari was vonden wij het een geweldige ervaring. Na de safari wordt je ontvangen met een warm doekje om je handen op te frissen en een drankje. Je voelt hier echt dat de klant koning is. Helemaal niets
• Inge (10/5): -
• Marielle Olivier (10/5): Ótima experiência - Nossa hospedagem foi incrível, em todo momento a equipe estava preocupada em cada detalhe e cuidado para que fosse a melhor experiência possível. Preparavam toalhas quentes, chá, água saborizada. Pegamos a opção de pensão completa e a comida é sofisticada e feita pelo chefe, ele atendem as restrições alimentares que tiverem e preparam ótimos lanches para os dias de passeio. A acomodação é confortável e igual as fotos. Fizemos o passeio de Game Drives, eles ofereceram cobertas e proteções térmicas para o frio, encontramos vários animais na reserva próxima da acomodação (leão, girafa, rinoceronte, búfalo , coelho, hiena e outros). Fizemos o passeio também no parque do Krueger e foi possível avistar todos os animais, eu recomendo a experiência.
• Nikolai (8/5): Very good -
• Junhao (10/5): Impeccable guest experience - My husband and I had such a memorable stay at IsiLimela Game Lodge during our trip to Hoedspruit. The lodge has been recently renovated, and everything was spotless and very comfortable. But what really made our experience special was the warm hospitality from the entire team. Alphod took wonderful care of us, always making sure our needs were met. Our rangers, Musa and Ripfumelo (or “R”), were not only knowledgeable but also really engaging. We learned so much from them, and we were lucky enough to see the Big Four and more during our game drives! On one of the days, we booked a relaxing massage with Zikhona during our stay, which was such a treat after a 3-hour game drive. After our game drives, we always looked forward to the delicious meals prepared by Chef Constance. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owners, Maikel and Wanda, who made us feel truly welcome and at home. What we loved most was the positive energy among the entire team. Everyone seemed so happy and passionate about what they do, which made our stay even more enjoyable. Overall, we had an amazing experience, and it's all thanks to the incredible hosts at IsiLimela Game Lodge. We can't wait to come back! Thank you again to Maikel, Wanda, and the whole team. None
• Linde (10/5): Exceptional - The staff was excellent. Very kind and helpful. All the meals were amazing and the set up was lovely. Rooms were very clean and nice. They really made our new years celebrations special, and even paid special attention to one of our birthdays. The ranger Jesse is amazing! Great game drives and always goes the extra mile to make it even better.
• Juliette (10/5): Would definitely recommend! - We had a great stay. Even though the weather was bad Jesse and the staff did everything to make our stay as pleasant as possible
• Steven (10/5): Intimate with a stunning view and fantastic staff - Great staff, amazing Luxury Tent with a magnificient view, super tasty food and very intimate atmosphere One should be aware that the road to the lodge requires a suitable car.
• Sunette (6/5): Beautifull destination - Very nice breakfast,and dinner Would like coffee and tea in room
• Anonymous (5/5): Poor service and not what is advertised - Nothing Poor service
• Daphne (9/5): Unique location with amazing staff - Unique location surrounded by beautiful nature with friendly staff who go the extra mile for their visitors.
• Mantombi (9/5): Superb - The views were exceptional along with the service
• Helena (10/5): absolutely memorable - the staff was amazing and the location was exceptional everything was awesome
• Eleanor (9/5): Superb -
• Tania (10/5): Exceptional - Super friendly staff! Really enjoyed staying there
• Kony (10/5): Exceptional - the staff was very friendly, and went above and beyond to make my birthday special. I requested for a special setting and was executed to the T 😊 the game drives were amazing, the game ranger went all out for us to see and experience animals in the wild.
• Amy (10/5): Exceptional - Very kind people and a beautiful lodge to stay. The lodge was very clean and had a nice view. Amazing food and an amazing ranger to do your safari’s with. It was fantastic! Drinks are not included.
• Floor (9/5): Amazing place with an incredible view! - Very beautiful accommodation in the middle of Parsons Nature Reserve. The rooms a very clean and beautiful. The bath and shower are really great and warm. The bed is not too hard and not too soft. The view from your bed is amazing, just as at all points of the accommodation. There is a built sitting spot just above the park with an amazing view, we’re you can have your diner or just drink a glass of wine and see the sunset! The pool is clean and is very nice to sit. Every one night of your stay there is a drive included. Ranger Jesse knows were he is talking about and can answer every question you have! We saw in a night drive a hurdle of lionesses and a leopard!! When you drive to the accommodation, put first “Parsons Nature Reserve Gate” in your navigation, before you put the lodge to get to the right gate. Be aware that the drive in the park to the lodge is bumpy and will take you 30minutes. If you prefer not to drive by yourself, ranger Jesse will offer to pick you up at the gate.
• Wouter (10/5): Exceptional - We had a wonderful stay. The staff was so nice, very helpful and flexible. The Game Drives were awesome and we completed the big five at our fourth drive. The food was delicious and the swimming pool was small but nice. The chalet was clean and luxurious with an amazing view. We stayed for 3 nights and were sad to leave the place. We would definitely recommend this lodge to everyone! WiFi was slow, but who needs the distraction of internet in a place like this
• jbvak (10/5): An amazing place - Isilimela is an Amazing place. The place itself at Balule Parson reserve is fabulous, the surroundings are serene and the views from the lodge spectacular. The owners Maikel and Wanda, and the staff are excellent and cater to your every need and much more. After every game drive or a visit outside, you are greeted by staff at the gate wth wet towels and a drink to refresh you. The food is delicios gourmet with multiple courses at breakfat and at dinner. At our request they did a braai which was fabulous.the chef Clarence and Nkatedo conjoured up excellent meals accordig to our liking. Every dinner was outside with warm fire and heating lamps making it a truly fabulous outdoor experience. The game drives with Sipho were exciting and educational with plenty of animals. We saw lots of impala, kudu, hippos, elephants and also apair of leopards and one lion at the reserve itself. Donald was our perfectcare taker and was there tomake us comfortableand enjoy every moment. We thoroughly enjoyed and couldnot ask for a better place, I wold give it a 6 out of 5 rating if I could.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Fabelhafte und gut gelegene Lodge - Die Isilimela Game Lodge ist sehr gut in der Nähe des Krüger Parks gelegen und gehört zum Greater Krüger National Park Zusammenschluss. Dadurch bekommt man schon bei der Anfahrt vom Gate zur Lodge (11 km Schotterpiste, mit einem kleinen Auto machbar, wenn man langsam fährt) einige Tiere zu sehen. Bei den von der Lodge organisierten Game Drives, welche von sehr kompetenten und motivierten Guides durchgeführt werden, konnten wir sogar einen Löwen und einen Leoparden sichten. Marike und Bas leiten die Lodge nach allen Regeln der Kunst. Man fühlt sich fast so, als würde man alte Freunde besuchen, die Gastfreundschaft war einfach einzigartig. Alles ist von der Ankunft bis zur Abreise bestens organisiert, die Bungalows sind sehr gut ausgestattet und überdurchschnittlich sauber und das Essen (wir hatten Abendessen und Frühstück) ist fabelhaft. Leider hatten wir nur 1 Nacht zur Verfügung, wir hätten diesen Rundum-Service gerne noch länger genossen.
• Verified traveler (10/5): A truly amazing place! - We had an amazing stay and didn't want to leave, the location is perfect and there is plenty to do in the area. The owners are very welcoming and provide great hospitality. There is an abundance of wildlife in the area and you will be able to go on private game drives to see the big 5 in the Parsons Baule reserve where the lodge is located or you can stay in your room as the animals will walk up to the perimeter fence to make an unforgettable experience.
• Jan (10/5): Tolle familiäre Lodge inmitten der Natur - Schon bei unserer Ankunft wurden wir von drei Löwen begrüßt, die unseren Weg zur Lodge kreuzten. Dort angekommen wurden wir sehr herzlich empfangen. Unser Cottage mit zwei Schlafzimmern hatte alles was man benötigt und war sehr sauber. Marike und Bas, sowie alle Angestellten der Lodge haben sich immer sehr um uns bemüht und uns einen unvergesslichen Aufenthalt im und um den Krüger Park beschert. Auch das Essen war jeden Tag ein Highlight, mit Lebensmitteln aus der Umgebung immer frisch zubereitet, sehr gut! Wir würden mit unseren zwei Kindern immer wieder kommen.
• Manfred (10/5): Traumhafte Lodge - Schöne private Lodge im Balule Parsons Park mitten den Big 5 mit einem Wasserloch an dem täglich unter anderen Giraffen zu sehen sind. Das Gelände ist mittlerweile ein Teil des Kruger NP in dem sich die Tiere grenzenlos bewegen können. Sogar Löwen haben wir hier gesehen. Sehr nette Gastgeber mit eimem sehr guten Essen und modern eingerichteten Chalet. Wir verbrachten hier wundervolle zwei Nächte.

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