Mopani Hotels with Pools

After reading endless amount of the reviews, I have decided to book 2 nights stay at the Outpost, convinced by positive reviews of other travelers. And it was definitely worth it! From the moment of check in to the moment we checked out, everything went smoothly. My friend has never experienced safari before so she was impressed. Venue, its location, staff and their hospitality - everything is just perfect. The view of endless greenery is to day for, we never felt so close to the nature as during our stay at the outpost. However, I'd like to share some tips for those considering a trip to Outpost and Northern part of Kruger Park. We stayed there in January, which is a wet season so you might not see as many animals as during the dry season. Nevertheless, we were lucky enough to see some of them, but I guess a visit during dry season would be even more beneficial. Also, as the Outpost is located in a pristine area of Kruger national park, it took us 6.5 hours to get there from Johannesburg airport, which is not that bad if you are staying there for a longer time, but is quite challenging for a short stay that we did.

When you stay at Pafuri Camp in Mutale, you'll be on a river and within the vicinity of Lanner Gorge. This all-inclusive tentalow is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Kruger National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mapungubwe World Heritage Landscape.You can experience a safari, and enjoy an outdoor pool. This tentalow also features complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and wedding services.This tentalow is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. At Pafuri Camp, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.Featured amenities include luggage storage, a library, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 19 guestrooms. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Mashamba Country House in Giyani, you'll be 13.6 mi (21.8 km) from Mapungubwe World Heritage Landscape.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.At Mashamba Country House, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Balule Game Reserve, Bundox Explorer Camp is a 1-minute drive from Greater Kruger National Park and 9 minutes from Selati Game Reserve. This tentalow is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Makalali Game Reserve and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.This tentalow features game viewing nearby, a game drive nearby, and safari tours nearby.A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms.

The staff were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. The rooms were immaculate and very comfortable. I also enjoyed the delicious breakfast each morning and loved the convenient location close to major attractions. I am going back to explore the many attractions within the area's proximity. Oh, and the weather is always very :).

When you stay at hippomoon lodge in Hoedspruit, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Jessica the Hippo. This lodge is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Drakensig Golf Course and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this lodge include concierge services and charcoal grills.Full breakfasts are available daily from 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 9 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at La Baruné Guest House in Tzaneen, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Tzaneen Museum and Tzaneng Mall. This guesthouse is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Krispark and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Tzaneen Library.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden.A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Thandolwami Bush Lodge & Spa in Hoedspruit, you'll be in a regional park, and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Blyde Nature Reserve and 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from Motlatse Canyon Provincial Nature Reserve. This hotel is 18 mi (29 km) from Jessica the Hippo and 18.7 mi (30 km) from Drakensig Golf Course.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and charcoal grills.At Thandolwami Bush Lodge & Spa, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at this villa in Hoedspruit, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Selati Nature Reserve and 7 minutes by foot from Greater Kruger National Park. This luxury villa is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Kapama Private Nature Reserve and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool.A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Treat yourself to a stay in this individually decorated villa, which features a private plunge pool and a Smart TV. There's a private furnished balcony/patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.

This place is South Africa's best kept secret. I have never raved about a lodge like I will about this one. Everything was great and I highly, highly recommend you stay here. Before I get to my own experience, I would advise you to forgo, at least in part, the fancy schmancy safari lodges that cost up to $1,000 a night and stay here instead because it's just as nice if not nicer and you get WAY more value for your money and can still book guided safaris from here and see all of the animals your heart desires. What's more, you are near the world's third largest canyon here with a breathtakingly beautiful boat ride. Use eKhaya Bush Villa as your base to then explore both Kruger National Park and the canyon area. Now to my individual experience. To put it mildly, my trip to both Cape Town and Johannesburg did not go well and I was at the end of my rope. I had intended to stay at eKhaya Bush Villa two nights. Those two nights turned into four because it became my oasis of tranquility and beauty. I don't know how old the place is but everything looks BRAND NEW. Claire, the owner, is a hospitality goddess. Truly. Hearing of my unpleasant experiences in Cape Town and Johannesburg, she bent over backwards to make me - and all other guests - feel at home and she helped me salvage my vacation (my experiences in Cape Town and Johannesburg were so bad I was thinking of flying home to the U.S. early). I am a HUGE fan of Claire and eKhaya and you will be too. The rooms are very spacious, the beds very comfortable, the bathrooms are very spacious, the grounds are beautiful, the food is good and the staff friendly and helpful. AND it's in a secured estate so you are 100% safe!! This was important to me after my travails elsewhere. Whether you are a single traveler like me or part of a larger group, you should know you will be both safe and at home here. I can't recommend this place enough. My only regret is that Claire and eKhaya aren't closer to me in Los Angeles. I'd stay here as often as I could! Lucky you that you will get the chance to. Enjoy!