Hippo Pools Resort

On the banks of the Olifants River in Hoedspruit, about 22 km from the town centre. Riverfront bush setting near the Jessica the Hippo region. Fly-in friendly — the estate even has a tarred landing strip. Pet-friendly and family-friendly riverfront lodging.

A compact resort with 14 air-conditioned rooms, each with a private balcony or patio, microwave and satellite TV. Rooms come with coffee/tea makers, cribs on request and extra beds available. Expect garden and river views, African sunsets and a relaxed bush-house vibe for families and groups.

Soak in an outdoor pool, grab a drink at the bar or snack in the café. There’s a picnic and barbeque area, a kids’ playroom and an arcade/game room for rainy afternoons. Tour desk and transfer arrangements keep things easy, plus on-site laundry and dry cleaning.

Event facilities include a meeting room (about 1,980 sq ft) suitable for weddings or gatherings. Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property and roundtrip airport shuttle available on request (surcharge may apply).

On-site restaurant with a bar and garden views plus a resort café for light bites. Room service runs during limited hours and cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee.