Reviews of Safari Moon Luxury Bush Lodge 5 stars
372 Kierie Klapper Street Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
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Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewExcellent little hotel with amazing size rooms, really comfy beds, attentive staff, and fabulous breakfast. They ran out of oat milk for coffee and instead of apologising (like most hotels would do) they sent someone to the shops to buy some for us. The service is truly amazing. Ask for the Leopard room if you want to share the same throne as someone famous. Big thanks to Rowan & Shelly who looked after our every need.
The hotel is not on a very big reserve but we saw some stunning wildlife up close, like Kudu, Zebra, Giraffe and Warthog, and it does make it safe to get out your car and walk or mountain bike around the reserve.
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe breakfast was excellent, and the service was perfect. The atmosphere cools down, and the fresh air, the bush view is refreshing. The staff is friendly, patient and can listen.
We left our own sleepers behind, knowing they were provided, but there was nothing on the first night. Thanks for going all out to get some for us
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe previously stayed at Safari Moon and will definitely return. We recommend it to our friends as well! The staff is lovely, the rooms and interior are beautiful, the grounds are neat, and the food is great! It’s perfect for a short getaway.
We wanted to use the bicycles, but they were not available due to un-inflated tyres
Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewExcellent location, beautiful rooms, great food.
The staff is unreliable. I asked for a wake-up call twice at 4:30am, and they assured they would call, however, they didn’t. I was able to make it on time despite severe jet lag. So, if you are in a similar situation, please don’t count on them. Additionally, I prepaid a light lunch weeks ahead of my trip. They charged my card twice and then forgot to provide lunch on the day of the safari. Please note that wait time is quite long if you end up needing to buy lunch at the Kruger Park. Absolutely unnecessary inconvenience considering I planned ahead of time and the hotel staff failed to provide.
Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe initially had booked for one night but extended our stay for another night because we couldn’t just leave this serene and beautiful place. Loved seeing the animals in the morning.
Nothing not to like.
Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful setting in the bush but the main bonus is the exceptional food. The chefs are passionate about the food and I would say it is better than most top restaurants in Johannesburg. I was blown away!
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewImmersion in nature and cooperating staff
Services cut area, closed zone, no commuting and difficult access exit
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeautifully done, very spacious rooms and wonderful location
Management level staff were unprofessional in their dealings. I've been t To safari moon before and the staff are less friendly and the level of service is not the same. At the same token the barmen, cleaners and waiters were lovely
Greetings, Devorah We sincerely apologize if you felt that the management lacked professionalism. They specifically made an exception to accommodate your 11-month-old youngster in spite of our explicit policy against having children younger than five. I can see why you're disappointed, but to be fair, they made every effort to ensure that every visitor remained content in the camp, despite the grievances about baby's crying raised by other visitors.
Greetings, Devorah We sincerely apologize if you felt that the management lacked professionalism. They specifically made an exception to accommodate your 11-month-old youngster in spite of our explicit policy against having children younger… Show more
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe food was nice from dinner to breakfast
Water in the shower and bathroom was very low
Reviewed: 13 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe owners kindness
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Reviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful luxury place , love it will recommend to anyone ❤️🙏🏾
You rooms thee best 👌
Dear Nolwazi Thank you for such a wonderful review! We hope to welcome you back to the Safari Moon family in the near future!
Reviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery beautiful and peaceful
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Reviewed: 21 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything.
Reviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewExceptional hospitality!
Reviewed: 11 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything – the lodge is absolutely beautiful, the atmosphere is peaceful, the staff were friendly and welcoming, the food was incredible (especially the traditional South African braai on our last night), and the bed was so comfortable it was hard to get up in the morning! Also enjoyed our massage
There was honestly nothing I didn’t like – everything exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewI liked everything. From the rooms to the classic decor and delicious food. I'll definitely go back🥰
Thank you Evelyn - we look forward to welcoming you back to the Safari Moon Family in the near future! Thank you for choosing to stay with us!
Reviewed: 24 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful setup Excellent food
Kitchen staff was excellent
Thank you for your lovely review! I will be sure to pass it onto my team.