Hippo Hollow Country Estate

Hotels
8.8 (2113 reviews)
R40 Road , Hazyview , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location near Kruger National Park
Beautiful gardens and river/nature setting
Friendly/helpful staff (special mention: Thandeka)
Delicious/generous breakfasts with view
Heated outdoor seating area
Well-maintained grounds
Cons:
Room maintenance and functionality issues (TV, mattress, shower design, leaking toilet)
In-room amenities problems (no bedside outlets, fridge cabinet stuck, limited bottled water)
Occasional inattentive service / reservation mishandling
Early-morning noise from game vehicles and outside activity
Perceived poor value for money by some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
9.6
Generally reported as good/clean in multiple reviews; no widespread cleanliness complaints.
Service
10
Frequently praised as very helpful and friendly (special mention for staff like Thandeka); isolated comment asking for more attentive/friendlier service.
Location
10
Strongly positive: excellent location near Kruger NP, river bank setting, gardens and nature views repeatedly highlighted.
Room Quality
6.5
Several significant negatives: poor room functionality (no bedside outlets, awkward shower design), maintenance issues (TV not working, leaking toilet, mattress due for upgrade), and missing expected items (water not stocked).
Amenities
8.3
Mixed: nice facilities such as heated outdoor seating and river-facing dining, good gardens; but in-room amenities had problems (TV/channels, fridge cabinet, limited bottled water).
Value for Money
6.6
Several guests felt the rooms and some services did not justify the price—explicit 'money not well spent' feedback and details about missing/poor features.
Food and Beverage
9.8
Very positive: multiple mentions of delicious/generous breakfast (breakfast with a view) and well-prepared meals; generally praised dining experience.
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall positive stay due to location, grounds and helpful staff, though room quality, noise at night and some service/booking hiccups tempered a perfect score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 00:18

Property Description

Riverside Serenity and Wildlife Encounters

Scenic Views and Comfortable Accommodation

Adventure Awaits at Your Doorstep

Experience tranquility by the Sabie River at Hippo Hollow Country Estate. With 2 outdoor pools, a riverside restaurant, and the chance to see hippos up close, your stay promises relaxation and excitement. The rooms feature garden-view patios and cozy en suite bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable retreat. Explore the nearby Kruger National Park and Panorama route, with safaris and activities easily arranged by the tour desk. Embrace nature's beauty and wildlife wonders during your stay. Book now for an unforgettable getaway at Hippo Hollow Country Estate.

Important information:

Please note the full payment will be charged for reservations of 1 night.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MQP

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2113 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.6
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 6.6
Food and Beverage: 9.8
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Mareketle • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrea_Spreafico • couple • it
9
Pros:

Ottimo Hotel a pochi passi dal Phabeni Gate del Kruger, ideale per soggiornare la sera prima. Camere ampie e pulite, struttura grandissima e ben tenuta, tutti molto gentili e cordiali.

Cons:

Ristorante dell'hotel con poca scelta nel menù se non si opta per il buffet ( abbastanza costoso ).

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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José • couple • mz
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Louisa K • solo_traveller • za
8
Perfect location with Sabie River River running along the edge of the property
Pros:

Stunning property that is exceptionally neat and clean.
Beautiful location with the Sabie River running right along the edge of the estate.The outdoor areas, interior decor, and furniture in public spaces are 100% perfect. it serves as the perfect basefor a Kruger National Park visit.

Cons:

The dining options were disappointing, and didn't enjoy the meals.
Customer service from the staff was average, which might be due to the large size of the establishment.
The guest rooms are very basic. While room sizes and types vary, I was surprised to find no bed cover or top sheet provided,which raised some hygiene concerns, just a bare blanket.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Paola • couple • it
9
Cena con vista ippopotamo
Pros:

Struttura immersa nel verde con una vista spettacolare sul fiume dove c’erano gli ippopotami. Durante la sera, si vedevano molto bene dal ristorante.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Philippa • couple • za
8
Lovely place to come to after being in the Kruger will definitely return.
Pros:

Lovely clean and made you feel like you were in the African wilds, beautiful setting and staff lovely

Cons:

Bed was a bit too bouncy

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Sharyn • extended_group • au
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Cleo • couple • za
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • de
9
Great shortstay with hippos visiting at night
Pros:

Welcome was very friendly, it was my second stay after 2016. The property is nice and bordering the river, even if not in a river view chalet, you can enjoy the views from the restaurants. Rooms are nice and spicy and had everything I needed, there is a pool as well and wifi works well. Dinner was great, we even had four hippos visiting on the lawns during dinner time and a herd of elephants in the distance during breakfast. I will be back when in the area. Instagram: Julia.abroad

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Esick • couple • za
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Vincenzo • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Sasha • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Merle • couple • za
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • couple • de
9
Sehr schönes Hotel
Pros:

Sehr schönes Hotel mit sehr freundlichem Personal.
Essen ist gut und auch das Personal ist sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich.
Highlight ist natürlich der Blick auf den Fluss bei dem man mit etwas Glück Hippos beim fressen Zusehen kann.

Cons:

Betten waren etwas durchgelegen

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Moloela • solo_traveller • za
8
Pros:

The location and the friendly staff

Cons:

The two beds joined together were not comfortable

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Mirna • family_with_children • br
9
excelente estadia
Pros:

Do complexo todo, vista do hipopótamo, recepção, acomodação, funcionários e restaurante.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Frank J • couple • de
8
Very nice place
Pros:

Great food and stuff. The location was good, and some very nice restaurant very lost by

Cons:

Rooms need an update, and the show heads were blocked and not cleaned out

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Fred • family_with_children • nl
5
Hier ga je niet heen voor de gezelligheid. Functionele locatie.
Pros:

Ontbijt was goed verzorgd.

Cons:

Faciliteit ligt aan drukke weg, net buiten Hazyview. A la carte is prima (bijvoorbeeld lunch), maar het buffet diner is geen aanrader. Koud, te gaar etc etc.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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alessandra • family_with_children • it
7
Per una notte va bene
Pros:

Giardino e ambienti comuni lungo fiume

Cons:

Chalet datati e non molto puliti

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee