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In and Around Hippo Pools Resort


City
  Maputo 277.7km

Towns
  Hoedspruit 21.3km
  Blyde River Canyon 41.3km
  Phalaborwa 45.6km
  Klaserie 46.7km
  Letsitele 59.5km

Popular Attractions
  Blyde River Canyon 41.2km


Nearby Accommodation
  Ekuthuleni Safari Lodge Hoedspruit 0.9km
  Pondoro Game Lodge 0.9km
  Singwe River Lodge 6.5km


From R380 p/unit
Maximum guests:  48 

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Hippo Heaven


Thanks for a wonderful weekend. River house was very comfortable and so peaceful, great place to recharge.
Andrew Hoseck, South Africa - 28 September 2009
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Description



Hippo Pools Resort offers a range of self-catering accommodation, from luxurious riverside houses to smaller budget rooms.



Wildlife roaming the property include hippo, waterbuck, duiker, vervet monkeys, honey badgers as well as a fantastic range of birdlife.


Riverside houses are situated on the banks of the Olifants river, all have private splash pools, fully equipped kitchens and a braai area looking onto the river. Rooms at the resort are ideal for individual travellers or couples visiting the area. Every room has basic self catering facilities (two plate stove, kettle , fridge, pots pans etc) and coffee and tea making facilities. All accommodation is serviced daily and all linen is provided (please bring swimming towels)


All rooms are self catering, however breakfasts are served daily dinners can be arranged on request. If you are enjoying relaxing at the river why not let us make your side dishes for your own braai?



The resort boasts a small riverside chapel for intimate weddings, a private airstrip for avid aviators (microlight trips can be arranged for anyone keen to give it a try), a large swimming pool, games room and tea garden for light snacks and drinks.



The resort is a fantastic base to explore the area, situated 55kms from the Phalaborwa gate and 100kms from the Orpen gate of the Kruger park.




 Check-In 02:00 PM Check-Out 10:00 AM

Rooms and units


Luxury Riverside House 2


Includes: Room\Unit Only

The luxury Riverside houses have three separate bedrooms, three bathrooms (two ensuite) , fully equipped kitchen , private splash pool and riverside braai area. Main bedroom has queen size bed, twin bedroom and a loft bedroom with a double and single bed.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Ensuite bath and separate shower, Ensuite shower over bath, Shared Bathroom
Beds Twin, Double, Queen
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Air-Conditioning, Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Fan
TV Television
Views River

Hippo Cottage 1


Includes: Room\Unit Only

Hippo Cottage is a luxurious and private self catering house. There are four bedrooms, three bathrooms (one ensuite) , a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area with DSTV, private lapa on the river, private swimming pool. There is air-con throughout the house.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Ensuite shower only, Shared Bathroom
Beds Twin, Double, Queen, Single Beds
Other Fan, Tea and Coffee Facilities, No Smoking in Rooms, Air-Conditioning, Balcony/patio, Upstairs, Self-catering
TV MNet, DSTV (Satellite)

Luxury Rondavels 2


Includes: Room\Unit Only

Ideal for couples or individuals visiting the area. Each room has a double bed, aircon, colour tv, basic self catering facilities, microwave, coffee and tea making facilities.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Ensuite shower only
Beds Double
Other Air-Conditioning, Self-catering, Fan, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, Internet Connection, No Smoking in Rooms
TV Television
Views Garden

Standard Resort Room 3


Includes: Room\Unit Only

Budget room, with aircon, basic self catering equipment, double and one single bed (addtional bed can be arranged on request for extra child etc) Braai outside room.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Ensuite shower only
Beds Single Beds, Double
Other Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms, Fan, Air-Conditioning, Self-catering
TV Television

Swimming pool Room 3


Includes: Room\Unit Only

Next to our large swimming pool , these rooms have a kitchenette, aircon, colour tv and braai area. Recently totally renovated they are a fantastic spot for a small family or couple. Each room has one double bed and one single bed.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Private, Ensuite shower only
Beds Double, Single Beds
Other Fan, Air-Conditioning, Self-catering, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, No Smoking in Rooms
TV Television, SABC
Views Pool

off-peak : 04 February 2009 - 30 November 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Luxury Riverside House   -- -- -- -- R1,200 R1,200
Hippo Cottage   -- -- -- -- R2,000 R2,000
Luxury Rondavels   -- -- -- -- R450 R450
Standard Resort Room   -- -- -- -- R380 R380
Swimming pool Room   -- -- -- -- R500 R500

Peak : 01 December 2009 - 10 January 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Luxury Riverside House   -- -- -- -- R1,500 R1,500
Hippo Cottage   -- -- -- -- R2,500 R2,500
Luxury Rondavels   -- -- -- -- R550 R550
Standard Resort Room   -- -- -- -- R450 R450
Swimming pool Room   -- -- -- -- R600 R600

off peak : 10 January 2010 - 28 February 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Luxury Riverside House   -- -- -- -- R1,200 R1,200
Hippo Cottage   -- -- -- -- R2,000 R2,000
Luxury Rondavels   -- -- -- -- R450 R450
Standard Resort Room   -- -- -- -- R380 R380
Swimming pool Room   -- -- -- -- R500 R500

off peak 2010: 01 March 2010 - 30 November 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Luxury Riverside House   -- -- -- -- R1,400 R1,400
Hippo Cottage   -- -- -- -- R2,300 R2,300
Luxury Rondavels   -- -- -- -- R500 R500
Standard Resort Room   -- -- -- -- R400 R400
Swimming pool Room   -- -- -- -- R550 R550


Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.

Nearby Attractions


Phalaborwa Gate of KNP 60.0 km
Orpen Gate of KNP 100.0 km
Moholoholo rehabiltation centre 45.0 km
Eastgate Airport 35.0 km
Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre 40.0 km
Silk Farm 40.0 km


Facilities and Services
Fax, Parking Available, Laundry Service, Pool Table, Braai / Barbecue, Swimming Pool, No Pets Permitted, Communal Television , WiFi, Credit Card Facility, Volleyball Courts

Facilities in Rooms/Units
Television in Rooms, No Smoking in Rooms, Fan in Rooms, Tea and Coffee in Rooms, Bar Fridges in Rooms

Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Golf, Ballooning, Walking, Big 5, Game Drives

Environment
River

Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans

Conference
Overhead Projector Available, Conference Venue 25-75 People, Flip Chart Available, Note Pads Supplied, Pens Supplied

Grading
No TGCSA Grading

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