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Gem in the bush lodge

4.5 star property
Luxury guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
1 bedroom, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free daily full breakfast
Garden
Nestled near the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Gem in the bush lodge offers a serene retreat. Savor full breakfast, unwind by the rooftop firepit or outdoor pool, and enjoy activities like hiking/biking. With spa services on site and an entertainment area amidst lush gardens with outdoor furniture.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room massage
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
682 Kierieklapper St, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre - 27 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Jessica the Hippo - 31 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre - 38 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Wings Spur Steak Ranch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hat & Creek - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fig & Bean - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Safari Club Hoedspruit - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Gem in the bush lodge

Luxury guesthouse near Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
Consider a stay at Gem in the bush lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a firepit. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a manicure/pedicure. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Gem in the bush lodge offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • 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 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 260; reservation required

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 260

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Gem In The Bush Hoedspruit

Frequently asked questions

Does Gem in the bush lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gem in the bush lodge?

As of Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gem in the bush lodge on Sept 8, 2025 start from CA $140.49, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Gem in the bush lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gem in the bush lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gem in the bush lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gem in the bush lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gem in the bush lodge located?

Situated in a regional park, this guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.

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Gem in the bush lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le Gem in the Bush est un lodge récent superbement équipé et très confortable. Le personnel est très agréable et les repas étaient très bien cuisinés et copieux.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren vom Abendessen enttäuscht.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Obakeng

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023