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A modern villa with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A modern building with a triangular roof and multiple light fixtures.

A circular outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, a bar area, and a seating area with sofas and a fireplace.

1. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

12.4 km from Jessica the Hippo

"Very nicely appointed rooms and a big walk in shower, separate from the tub. The main lobby was beautiful, restaurant is very nice. They also offer room service. There is also a nice spa on campus, but we did not have time to investigate. Breakfast was included, the hotel offers a lovely buffet. Also noticed after the fact, that I did not receive the 20% off a restaurant order offered through Expedia for Key members. I would stay here again."

Marla

฿6,055

฿7,033 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, leather armchairs, a blue sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A room with a reclining chair, a small cabinet, and a large wall mural of a forest stream.

A patio area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a pool in the background.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by trees and a brick pathway.

2. Muunga Bush Lodge & Spa

14.2 km from Jessica the Hippo

Emil

฿6,152

฿7,075 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern house with a covered patio, a fire pit, and a grill area.

A backyard with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and a stone wall.

A backyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A rustic house with a wooden door, a small attached shed, and a gravel driveway surrounded by trees.

3. Wild Dog Guest Lodge

14.8 km from Jessica the Hippo

Balene

฿4,030

฿4,030 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A thatched-roof dining area with wooden furniture and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A kitchen with a gas stove, a red kettle, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, stone pillars, and a table with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Call of the Wild Lodge

13 km from Jessica the Hippo

Rebecca

฿4,690

฿7,022 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A poolside area with a covered seating area, stone walls, and a swimming pool.

A spacious living area with a dining table, sofas, and a kitchen area.

A large, oval-shaped hot tub with a stone exterior, positioned next to a window with a view of greenery outside.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table, sofas, and a coffee table.

5. Leopard's Lair Bush Lodge

17.9 km from Jessica the Hippo

"Loved visiting Leopard's Lair - the setting is excellent on the "other" end of Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate and on the Mohlabetsi river - it really feels secluded and more "in the bush". The rooms are large and beautiful with the patio/balcony and outdoor showers. The team is excellent - our host and property manager Sonja was warm and wonderful and had so many great suggestions about Hoedspruit (all her food recommendations were perfect!)."

Yashodhan

฿5,129

฿5,129 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A pool area with wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a thatched roof.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by trees and a thatched-roof structure.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

A room with a bed, a hammock, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Nyati Safari Lodge

19.1 km from Jessica the Hippo

Rebecca

฿25,319

฿29,117 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a view of a natural landscape and mountains.

A wooden deck with a pool, a thatched-roof pavilion, and lush greenery.

A boat with a covered dining area, a bar, and a reflection on the water.

A room with a bed, a wooden table, and a red carpet.

7. Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor

10.7 km from Jessica the Hippo

Isabelle

฿11,214

฿12,896 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by dense foliage and a body of water.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a tree.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a small table with towels.

8. Leadwood Tree Safari Lodge

17.9 km from Jessica the Hippo

Rebecca

฿2,549

฿2,931 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious outdoor deck with wooden flooring and seating, leading to a modern interior with large windows and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern house with a large open porch, a dining area, and a visible kitchen.

A wooden outdoor shower with a wooden fence in the background.

A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

9. Cape Vulture Lodge

18.3 km from Jessica the Hippo

"Very nice team, quite, discret, available, very professional. Note: 20/20 The location is very nice with an amazing view of the surounding mountains and cliff. Unfortunately, we stayed only one night. We saw many animals on the way and around the lodge (monkeys, impalas, gnou, mangusts and a rare red deer) with a particular enjoyable wake-up when opening the curtains: a girafe standing and drinking in front of the terrasse at 6 am."

Thierry

฿6,372

฿7,327 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A wooden deck with a bed, seating area, and a telescope.

A wooden deck with a bed, pillows, and lanterns.

An aerial view of a remote, tree-covered landscape with a few buildings, including a structure with a unique, tent-like roof and a swimming pool area.

A wooden deck with a central fire feature surrounded by lanterns, set against a backdrop of trees and a twilight sky.

10. Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

8.5 km from Jessica the Hippo

Sona

฿21,041

฿26,035 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.

A stone staircase leading to a house surrounded by tropical plants and a swimming pool.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A table set with a glass of orange juice, a croissant, a bowl of almonds, a plate with toast and fruit, and a cup of coffee.

11. The Wild Blue Lodge SAFARI & SPA

8.2 km from Jessica the Hippo

Nate

฿8,040

฿8,040 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a building with a lit interior.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a small table with a speaker, and a view of a backyard with a wooden fence and greenery.

12. Gem in the bush lodge

13.9 km from Jessica the Hippo

Johan and

฿4,396

฿5,056 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor covered patio with tables and chairs, a seating area with sofas, and a thatched-roof building in the background.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a building with glass walls in the background.

A wooden deck with four wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a natural landscape.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a large window, a view of the outdoors, a wicker chair, and a cowhide rug.

13. Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

16.1 km from Jessica the Hippo

W Gregory

฿5,305

฿6,100 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor deck with a wooden table, chairs, and umbrellas.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and decorative glass vases.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with a covered outdoor area.

A bar area with wicker chairs, a wooden counter, and shelves with various items.

14. Safari Moon Luxury Bush Lodge

14.3 km from Jessica the Hippo

"We had a one night stay at Safari Moon and we are so glad we did! This is such a warm, lovely boutique lodge with the kindest staff and clean beautiful rooms. We had a couples massage and it was fantastic! As a type 1 Diabetic, they absolutely tweaked the menu to accommodate my needs and it was terrific! This is a very special place and if we ever find ourselves any where near Hoedspruit, do not hesitate to stay at Safari Moon...you won't regret it!"

Nancy

฿11,325

฿13,024 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern outdoor pool area with wooden decking, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.

A modern hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and a stone wall with plants.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Khiwane Boutique Hotel

11.3 km from Jessica the Hippo

Sven

฿6,924

฿6,924 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden deck with a hanging chair, a pool, and lounge chairs.

A modern outdoor shower with a bamboo roof, a wall-mounted umbrella, and a wooden fence in the background.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, wicker chairs, a sofa, and a television.

A bottle of wine, two empty wine glasses, and a small plant on a wooden table outdoors.

16. Rafiki Bush Lodge

18.3 km from Jessica the Hippo

Quinton

฿6,611

฿7,602 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

17. Aerotel Hoedspruit

10.7 km from Jessica the Hippo

฿4,645

฿5,342 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A circular stone fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs, with a thatched-roof building in the background.

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling and thatched roof, featuring green patterned sofas, a wooden bench, and a fireplace.

A natural pool with a waterfall, surrounded by lounge chairs and a palm tree.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a woven placemat, and a bowl, with a view of an outdoor area and a thatched-roof structure.

18. ETNIKA MANOR HOUSE

13.7 km from Jessica the Hippo

฿4,396

฿4,396 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool with a view of zebras grazing in the distance, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A giraffe near a pool with a natural landscape in the background.

A zebra standing in a natural setting with trees and a dirt path.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and a shower area.

19. Thandolwami Bush Lodge & Spa

8.5 km from Jessica the Hippo

฿5,097

฿5,862 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a chessboard.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a desk with a chair, a hanging light fixture, and a view of greenery outside.

A rectangular pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and trees.

A modern bathroom with a stone wall, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

20. Taj Bush Lodge

15.1 km from Jessica the Hippo

฿36,577

฿43,936 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Jessica the Hippo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit	9.2 Wonderful 77 reviews	View
Muunga Bush Lodge & Spa	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Wild Dog Guest Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Call of the Wild Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
Leopard's Lair Bush Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	View

Top Jessica the Hippo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

8/10 Good

Raptors Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful accommodation. Lovely plunge pool. Excellent location for Kruger and other sights"

Naledi Game Lodges

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay at Naledi. Great game drives from Vuyani and Ridwell. Staff all lovely, accommodation great and food very good. Highly recommended."

Call of the Wild Lodge

8/10 Good

"Located in the reserve, didn’t see much animals but wonderful to take a walk or run. Host Sue is a stunning lady, super helpful, great South African food. Peace and serenity"

Nyati Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful!!!"

Tshukudu Game Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Simply wonderful! Game drives were excellent and well worth the early start, although if visiting in winter be sure to bring your cold weather gear. Accommodation excellent. Food great too (could be a bit warmer, though). Friendly staff and a very welcoming vibe."

Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"The room was beautiful and we had the best of times with the game drives and evry event they organised for us. The staff is really good and made us feel the most comfortable. "

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with stunning rooms and real sense of luxury. The pool and grounds are so tranquil and calm and everything is immaculate The staff are attentive and professional and the setting is beautiful with giraffe and zebra roaming around - so lovely. The restaurant is gorgeous. The only tiny bit of feedback is that the restaurant staff got things a bit confused for us and forgot some of the food and got the courses mixed up so the children got their main courses while the adults were served the starter so then had to wait ages for their pudding while we had the rest of the meal, and the side orders of vegetables never materialised but overall we had a wonderful stay "

Other attractions near Jessica the Hippo

Zebra Dam

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Zebra Dam during your travels in Hoedspruit. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Lissataba Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit Lissataba Nature Reserve during your travels to Hoedspruit. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Kolgans Dam

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kolgans Dam during your travels in Hoedspruit. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Drakensig Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Hoedspruit at Drakensig Golf Course. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Blyde Olifants Conservancy

You can take time to visit Blyde Olifants Conservancy during your travels to Hoedspruit. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Blyde Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit Blyde Nature Reserve during your travels to Hoedspruit. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Jessica the Hippo?

Jessica the Hippo is located in an area of Hoedspruit that travellers like for its wildlife and riverfront. You'll find 5 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Jessica the Hippo?

Blyde River Cabin Guesthouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this holiday home offers free parking and private decks. It's located 2 mi (3.2 km) from Jessica the Hippo. Another good option is Blyde River Wilderness Lodge, located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Jessica the Hippo?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Jessica the Hippo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Jessica the Hippo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Jessica the Hippo.

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Our top choices for Jessica the Hippo hotels

1. Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

2. Muunga Bush Lodge & Spa

3. Wild Dog Guest Lodge

4. Call of the Wild Lodge

5. Leopard's Lair Bush Lodge

6. Nyati Safari Lodge

7. Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor

8. Leadwood Tree Safari Lodge

9. Cape Vulture Lodge

10. Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

11. The Wild Blue Lodge SAFARI & SPA

12. Gem in the bush lodge

13. Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

14. Safari Moon Luxury Bush Lodge

15. Khiwane Boutique Hotel

16. Rafiki Bush Lodge

17. Aerotel Hoedspruit

18. ETNIKA MANOR HOUSE

19. Thandolwami Bush Lodge & Spa

20. Taj Bush Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Jessica the Hippo

Top Jessica the Hippo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

Raptors Lodge

Naledi Game Lodges

Call of the Wild Lodge

Nyati Safari Lodge

Tshukudu Game Lodge

Oase by 7 Star Lodges - Greater Kruger Private 530ha Reserve

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

Other attractions near Jessica the Hippo

Zebra Dam

Lissataba Nature Reserve

Kolgans Dam

Drakensig Golf Course

Blyde Olifants Conservancy

Blyde Nature Reserve

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