Hippo Hollow Country Estate

Hotels
8.8 (2095 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 2095 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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Phyllis • couple • za
8
Lovely estate
Pros:

Location
Nature
Gardens

Cons:

Staff could be more attentive and friendlier.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • extended_group • za
8
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Ndaiziweyi • solo_traveller • za
9
Very pleasant place and very convenient accommodation near the Kruger National Park. The staff were very helpful.
Pros:

Location and ambience

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Chantelle Lomax • solo_traveller • za
10
Exceptional
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Emma Hyslop 98 • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

Breakfast with a view and super friendly staff members.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Václav Kafka • solo_traveller • cz
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Matthews • couple • za
10
Pros:

The personnel is exceptionally good. We were made to feel at home. A special thanks to Thandeka, hardworking lady who made sure we get our Kruger Park game drive and many more. A hardworker she is.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Mirlania • couple • br
9
Inesquecível
Pros:

Funcionários atenciosos e um café da manhã delicioso.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • extended_group • de
10
Sehr schöner Aufenthalt
Pros:

Charme und Lage der Anlage. Bisher jedesmal an mind 1 Tag der Aufenthalte Flusspferde beim Grasen während des Abendessens. Bei mind. 3 Nächten sollte das Glück hold sein, die Flusspferde zu sehen😄 gegenüber des Flusses sieht man auch oft die Elefanten des Elefanten camps

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Jental • couple • za
4
Pros:

Nice property,used it before

Cons:

They didn’t put any water in my room,I didn’t appreciate that.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Marleen • family_with_children • za
8
Very nice relaxing weekend
Pros:

Location was excellent. Good breakfast. Very friendly staff

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • family_with_children • za
9
Perfect overnight stay in Hazyview - close to town but felt like you were out in nature.
Pros:

Breakfast was perfect - catered for everyone's needs. Loved the heated outdoor seating area in the restaurant, and our evening meal was really good. Beautiful surroundings on the banks of the river - felt like were in nature - but close to Hazyview town.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Wynnie • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

Good, clean rooms

Cons:

TV,

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Véronique • couple • be
8
Bon séjour mais sans plus
Pros:

L’emplacement idéal pour visiter le Kruger et Blyde river Canyon
Le cadre de l’hôtel
Petit déjeuner buffet excellent

Cons:

1 seule bouteille offerte au début du séjour
La douche vieillotte et difficile à régler pour la température ( 2 robinets)
Le bruit toute la nuit, arrivée des clients à toutes heures (minuit, 2 heures ou 4 heures du matin) et qui n’ont aucun respect pour les personnes qui dorment (valises bruyantes)
Télévision non fonctionnelle et qui n’a jamais été réparée durant notre séjour de 4 nuits, malgré nos demandes
En cas d’affluence d’autocars, plus possible de manger à la carte le soir, seulement un buffet

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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sybil • solo_traveller • za
5
Money not well spend
Pros:

I loved the well kept neat gardens, the close facinity to KNP and surroundings
The friendly staff

Cons:

First night we made reservations for dinner which they did not made. Its humiliating not finding your name in a book and it feels like you are the guilty suspect not following protocol.

The functionality of the room does not make sense. 2 people, one chair.
No plug outlets at bed side tables.
Poor maintenance in rooms:
TV that was not working. After 2 nights and 3, plus written complaints, it was set again to E TV.
No other channels... it was a big let down. For the money spend per room at least offer a small bouquet of dstv channels or no TV at all.
The matrasses are due for an upgrade.
Cannot comprehend the little wall inside the shower which makes it impossible to stand below shower tap. Must to a back bend to reach water.
The toilet is leaking.
Is really impracticsl to reach a fridge inside a cabinet if the door is stuck and cant open properly.
I understand the aesthetics but really, its impractical.
No milk? Again, for the price you pay at least offer n small bottle of milk.
Thank you for the complimentary litre of water. But the add says 1 bottle per person. We were 2 persons, only received one and was informed when its finished we must buy our own.
Small things that made the stay not so pleasant.
The last frustration,and the worst of it I had was with the noise... 03h30 The game vehichles started the trucks and were talking rather loud. Someone started playing the drum outside...
The next day the same, without the drums luckily and the last morning 4h30 again.
No one can sleep with the noise right by your doorstep.
Suggestion: move over to the opposite side.
Overall It is a very beautiful setting and the food is generous and well prepared but I really dont think the rooms are worth the money you pay. Maybe with a serious more modern update I will reconsider

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Chantelle Lomax • extended_group • za
10
Exceptional
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Chantelle Lomax • extended_group • za
10
Exceptional
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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ReginaCelia • solo_traveller • br
9
Excelente
Pros:

Ótimo hotel para um game driver no kruger. Excelente restaurante com um lindo visual

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Chantelle Lomax • extended_group • za
10
Exceptional
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Pierre • extended_group • za
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee