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    Blyde River Canyon Lodge

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    Swadini Road | Blyde River Botanical Reserve, Hoedspruit 1380, South Africa
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    265 reviews
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    “hillside house”(7 reviews)
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    All reviewshillside housebotanical reserveblyde river canyonloft roomhotel restaurant iscourse set menuluxury cottageshower headwalking paststayed for one nightbreakfast was includedbaby zebrasecond bedroompanorama routecompliments to the chefhot breakfastsecurity gate
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    Reviewed 19 July 2016
    Hillside House

    We recently stayed at the Hillside house which is owned by Blyde River Canyon Lodge. This is a large luxury house that apparently can sleep up to 8 people although we only saw space for 7. This house has all the bells and whistles including...More

    Thank Belinda_Jonker
    Reviewed 2 July 2016 via mobile
    Everything we could have asked for

    We arrived at the lodge for our first stay in the Bush, when we arrived we were not disappointed. We were greeted by friendly, warm and informative staff at the hotel who were extremely attentive and kind. Check-in was a very relaxed affair, fully comprehensive....More

    Thank Leejc223
    Reviewed 28 June 2016
    Real time to relax

    We stayed for one night as part of our road-trip via Swaziland and the Kruger Park.. Blyde River Canyon Lodge was a highlight. We were greeted with welcoming drinks and very friendly staff showed us to our rooms. Room 1 and 2 had a lovely...More

    2  Thank Suzette F
    Response from Blyde, Owner at Blyde River Canyon LodgeResponded 1 July 2016

    Dear Suzette Thank you for your wonderful words. Everyone who was there that evening loved it and I know that your mother will remember her special day that she spent at Blyde River Canyon Lodge. We do hope to see you all one day soon....More

    Reviewed 28 June 2016
    Lovely Place

    I felt as if I was staying in someone's elegant home from colonial times. I loved the atmosphere and attention to detail. The food was wonderful and beautifully presented. Each night we had new tablecloths and fancy napkins. It was delightful and I can't imagine...More

    Thank Summer115
    Response from Blyde, Owner at Blyde River Canyon LodgeResponded 30 June 2016

    Dear Summer115 Thank you for your delightful words. The staff loved to hear that they made special memories for you. We hope you enjoy the rest of your holiday in South Africa. Kind regards Vicky Mittan and Portia Fankomo

    Reviewed 7 June 2016
    Best place to see the canyon from below

    Very nice place, high comfort and high level of service. The hotel is located just near the canyon so that you can easily take the boat or go to the museum. As always, a pool to relax and nice walks in the bush and along...More

    Thank Pakitoo
    Response from Blyde, Owner at Blyde River Canyon LodgeResponded 1 July 2016

    Dear Pakitoo Thank you for your kind words. We enjoyed having you as our guests and will always strive to make our guests experience memorable. We take on board that the wifi is charged at a minimal fee of R50.00 (3 Euro) for as many...More

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    4 November 2016|
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    Response from Belinda_Jonker | Reviewed this property |
    There is a small section of road to the lodge that is a dirt road from what i recall but it is a very short section. The road to the Blyde River House is tarred and there is no problem. The cars are locked behind security... More
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    Response from ChrisBuckels | Reviewed this property |
    Hi It took about one and a half hours easy motoring. Sealed roads all the way. When you stay there, do leave time (1 day) to do the Panorama route drive. We had a clear and sunny day, stunning scenery and a nice cold beer... More
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