Title: Hippo River Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hippo River Lodge Suburban bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a coffee shop ![Fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/bde7c75f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/6e2188ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/1a53d182.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room (Bath & Shower)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/21734fa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/fb06987b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hippo River Lodge offers an upscale bed & breakfast with a peaceful atmosphere. Enjoy a full breakfast each morning, relax at the outdoor pool, or explore the garden. Free in-room WiFi and convenient laundry facilities ensure a comfortable stay. 5.0 ## Popular amenities - Bar - Kitchen - Pool - Breakfast included - Air conditioning - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 5 - Nov. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 6 - Nov. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=19790018&PinnedHotelID=19790018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Double Room (Bath & Shower)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/21734fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Bath & Shower) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Deep soaking bathtub Separate bathtub and shower - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Double Room ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/36fbdcf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette LCD TV Private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Room Large](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/w673h506x1y0-7fc225b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room Large ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![Room double bed open plan shower only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/343257a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room double bed open plan shower only ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette LCD TV Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/4661c34f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Bed ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### King Room (shower only) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![King Room (bath & shower) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19800000/19790100/19790018/7f677793.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room (bath & shower) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette LCD TV Separate bedroom Deep soaking bathtub Private bathroom Microwave - 1 bedroom - 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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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEmalahleni-Hotels-Hippo-River-Lodge.h19790018.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEmalahleni-Hotels-Hippo-River-Lodge.h19790018.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-25.86119%2C29.27167&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RaXzwoD7AR_mufe1WbgdOQEyoXo=) Plot 54 Gentian Street, Seekoeiwater, Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, 1035 #### What's nearby - Villa Ilanga Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - The Ridge Casino - 6 min drive - 3.4 km - Highveld Mall - 7 min drive - 3.7 km - Witbank Golf Club - 11 min drive - 7.5 km - Witbank Lake - 15 min drive - 7.8 km #### Restaurants - ‪Ocean Basket - ‬8 min drive - ‪Chicken Licken - ‬7 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive ## About this property ### Hippo River Lodge Upscale bed & breakfast in the suburbs At Hippo River Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Rostveld Coffee, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities. Other perks at this bed & breakfast include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and wedding services - Concierge services and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Hippo River Lodge include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils - LCD TVs with satellite channels - Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2060000/2051800/2051785/2ece6927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ANEW Hotel Highveld eMalahleni Emalahleni - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 73 reviews CA $82 CA $96 total includes taxes & fees Nov 7 - Nov 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=2051785&PinnedHotelID=2051785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Rostveld Coffee ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - In-room kitchenette - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Business center - Conference space - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Kitchenette - Microwave - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Alcohol is not permitted at this property Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Hippo River Lodge Witbank Hippo River Witbank Hippo River Emalahleni Bed & breakfast Hippo River Lodge Emalahleni Emalahleni Hippo River Lodge Bed & breakfast Hippo River Lodge Emalahleni Hippo River Bed & breakfast Hippo River Lodge Hippo River Lodge Emalahleni Hippo River Lodge Bed & breakfast Hippo River Lodge Bed & breakfast Emalahleni ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hippo River Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Hippo River Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hippo River Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hippo River Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hippo River Lodge? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Hippo River Lodge located? > Situated in the suburbs, this bed & breakfast is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Villa Ilanga Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of The Ridge Casino and Highveld Mall. Martlestreet Park and Martiestreet Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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