[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Simbavati Waterside Nature meets productivity at this upscale national park retreat, where massage treatments, evening firepits, and dedicated coworking spaces create balance ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/834494d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/c0da707b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/ad701035.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/d3823047.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/87dc969e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Simbavati Waterside, in a national park, offers an upscale escape. Guests unwind by the firepit, book spa treatments, or cool off in the outdoor pool. The retreat provides in-room WiFi and luggage storage for staying connected. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Spa - All-inclusive - Pool - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 16 - Oct. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=84039657&PinnedHotelID=84039657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/ad701035.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Separate bathtub and shower Minibar Champagne service - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![2 bedrooms, minibar, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/527fb873.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Separate bathtub and shower Minibar Champagne service - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![2 bedrooms, minibar, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84040000/84039700/84039657/527fb873.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Separate bathtub and shower 2 bathrooms Minibar - 700 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture - Coworking spaces Room features All guestrooms at Simbavati Waterside include comforts such as free WiFi and minibars. ### All-inclusive details This lodge is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply). ### Food and beverages All meals, snacks, and select beverages included Basic alcoholic beverages included ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23260000/23256200/23256158/761e18df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Geiger's Camp Bushbuckridge - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Parking included 10 Exceptional 5 reviews CA $1,720 CA $2,103 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=23256158&PinnedHotelID=23256158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8760000/8756100/8756052/2c145b9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Simbavati River Lodge Bushbuckridge - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Spa 9.6 Exceptional 29 reviews CA $1,668 CA $2,047 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=8756052&PinnedHotelID=8756052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19217700/19217644/3d217513.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Makumu Private Game Lodge Bushbuckridge - Pool - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Parking included 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=19217644&PinnedHotelID=19217644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![River View Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13188500/13188440/15b60a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Klaserie Drift Misava Bushbuckridge - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Parking included 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $1,756 CA $2,113 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=13188440&PinnedHotelID=13188440&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 5:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 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 are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR 480 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 Property Registration Number 2021/503850/07 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Simbavati Waterside Lodge Simbavati Waterside Bushbuckridge Simbavati Waterside Lodge Bushbuckridge ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Simbavati Waterside have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Simbavati Waterside? > As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simbavati Waterside on Oct 30, 2025 start from CA $1,833.42, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Bushbuckridge-Hotels-Simbavati-Waterside.h84039657.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Simbavati Waterside pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Simbavati Waterside? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Simbavati Waterside? > Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Simbavati Waterside? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Simbavati Waterside? > Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and beverages are included (with some restrictions). ### Where is Simbavati Waterside located? > Situated in a national park, this lodge is 25.6 mi (41.2 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Simbavati Waterside Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marianne Jan 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff; wonderful game drives and comfortable rooms. We had a terrific time at Simbavati and would highly recommend it. ##### Marianne Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faye Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Most amazing stay 5 stars can’t do it any justice. This place is just amazing. We arrived here with another couple and they enjoyed their stay as well. From beginning to end of the stay everything from staff, accommodation, attention to details, food, game drives, and the sense of community were beyond amazing. It is a quiet place to relax and enjoy nature and the animals in purest form. We have no complaints! We are already planning the next trip! We’ve traveled all over and this place tops them all! Thank you for an incredible and unforgettable stay. I hope to visit again and maybe stay a little longer this time. ##### Faye Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness ##### Bruce Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeddah Aug 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### SIMBAVATI WATERSIDE We enjoyed our stay here. Everything and everyone was outstanding! We felt like part of the family. Thank you Simbavati waterside for the most fabulous stay. ##### Jeddah Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Stephanie Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather Feb 13, 2024 ##### Heather Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Town Inn Suites Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Town-Inn-Suites-Toronto.h8010.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Ziva Cancun All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h11669114.Hotel-Information) > > [Market Street Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Market-Street-Hotel.h29507352.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Royal Inland Hospital](https://www.expedia.ca/Royal-Inland-Hospital-Hotels.0-l6257935-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Westin Buffalo](https://www.expedia.ca/Buffalo-Hotels-The-Westin-Buffalo.h13451237.Hotel-Information) > > [Kapama Southern Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Kapama-Southern-Camp.h14581851.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Granby](https://www.expedia.ca/Granby-Hotels.d8020.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Dieppe](https://www.expedia.ca/Dieppe-Hotels.d57817.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Kapama River Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Kapama-River-Lodge.h14581808.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tofino](https://www.expedia.ca/Tofino-Hotels.d6094955.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Karongwe - River Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Karongwe-River-Lodge.h6412853.Hotel-Information) > > [Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Los-Cabos-All-Inclusive.h34183472.Hotel-Information) > > [Lodges Northern Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Northern-Ontario-Lodges.d6057816-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ### Flights > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Sepang (KUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/kul/montreal-to-kuala-lumpur) > > [Flights from Liberia (LIR) to New York (JFK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lir/jfk/liberia-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to San Francisco (SFO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/sfo/regina-to-san-francisco) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to New York (JFK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/jfk/buffalo-to-new-york) > > [Flair Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flair-Airlines-Flights.cF8.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/dub/edmonton-to-dublin) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/yyc/regina-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Manila (MNL) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mnl/yyc/manila-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yow/vancouver-to-ottawa) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Charlotte (CLT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/clt/halifax-to-charlotte) ### Cruise > [Cruises from Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-from-Vancouver.d178315.Cruise-Departure-Port) ### Packages > [Tahiti Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Tahiti.d180103.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit Toronto Old Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Toronto-Old-Town.dx6151275) > > [Visit Ferintosh](https://www.expedia.ca/Ferintosh.dx6341604)