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Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park

5.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Buffalo Suite | Private spa tub
Rock Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Outdoor dining
Pondoro Game Lodge by the river at Kruger Park offers game viewing, spa treatments, and evening drinks at the poolside bar. This all-inclusive property features free WiFi and an onsite art gallery, creating an atmosphere consistently praised by past visitors.
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Room service

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Buffalo Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Buffalo Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wildevy Chalet

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Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tree Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Tree Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Water Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Water Suite

10.0 out of 10
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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Rock Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Rock Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Maroela Chalet | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Maroela Chalet

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Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hardekool Chalet | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Hardekool Chalet

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Earth Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Earth Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Balule Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪C.A.R.E Nursery - ‬86 min drive

About this property

Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park

Luxury boutique lodge by the river
Consider a stay at Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a poolside bar. Indulge in a body treatment, aromatherapy, and a Swedish massage at the onsite spa. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and an art gallery on site.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • Outdoor furniture, a gift shop, and books
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep soaking tubs
  • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and eco-friendly cleaning products

All inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Bottled liquor included
24-hour room service (limited menu)
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Dining availability limited at one or more venues

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1395 per person (one-way)

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

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park Lodge

Frequently asked questions

Does Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1395 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Pondoro Game Lodge - Open to Kruger Park located?

Situated on a river, this all-inclusive lodge is within 32 mi (52 km) of Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Kruger National Park, and Phalaborwa Gate.

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