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Hippo Hollow Country Estate

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Po Box 2304, Hazyview, | Mpumalanga Kruger Area, Hazyview 1242, South Africa
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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013 NEW

We got a great rate for Hippo Hollow (£35 per night inc breakfast) which was appropriate for the standard of accommodation. The hotel and rooms are a little dated (tired, old furniture etc) but for the amount paid we couldn't complain. The staff were lovely and very considerate, providing us with toasted sandwiches when we arrived following a long drive... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013 via mobile

We stayed there over the Easter weekend in 2013. Both families got upgraded to Chalets and what a wonderful experience it was. Didn't get to see any Hippos but had enough crocs around to make up for that. Perfectly safe and fine for families with young kids. Did a whole day at Kruger (shop around for a good rate). Took... More

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Melani K, Manager at Hippo Hollow Country Estate, responded to this review
20 May 2013

We regard your feedback as very valuable and appreciate the time you took to share it with us. It brings us great pleasure knowing that Hippo Hollow provided you with an experience that suited the needs of you and your family. We look forward to welcoming you back home. More

Bucharest, Romania
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39 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We spent three nights before New Year Eve here. The surroundings are absolutely beautiful! Unfortunately, the hotel is updated and smelly. We booked 2 twin chalet and when we come in found bugs on the bed and a awful smell. We go to reception and the staff was very nice and upgrade us to a family chalet. This is very... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We arrived at this beautiful hotel by the manager with welcome drinks with our tour. In spectacular surroundings this hotel is comfortable and we slept very well here. After an hour we took ourselves off to the bar only to spot people surrounding the steps on the patio area, to or surprise there were hippo grazing out of the water... More

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Melani K, Manager at Hippo Hollow Country Estate, responded to this review
20 May 2013

We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay here with us so thoroughly and in particular that you felt welcome from the moment you arrived. I wish you a safe journey home, and hope to welcome you back to Hippo Hollow soon. More

Melkbosstrand, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

We had the best table at the window, facing the Sabie river. The area around the restaurant had bright lights so you could see the river. The restaurant specialise in venison, but we prefer them alive, so we sticked to chicken and beef. As starter we had the tempura prawns with mango and for mains I had the beef spareribs,... More

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Melani K, Manager at Hippo Hollow Country Estate, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Knowing that you left Hippo Hollow with a true African experience, brings us great pride. Thank you for your valuable feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back. More

Vellinge, Sweden
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

This Hotel situated at a small river with Hippos and Krokodiles only ten minutes from Kruger National Park. Outside the nice restaurant there is a beautiful terrace overlooking the river where the Hippo comes up to graze sometimes at night. There is also a nice pool and the area around it.

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Melani K, Manager at Hippo Hollow Country Estate, responded to this review
24 April 2013

We are glad that you were able to experience the relaxation of nature and its surroundings here at Hippo Hollow. We wish to welcome you back very soon. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

An ideal location for safaris in Kruger. Room overlooking carpark noisy at 5.00am with coaches running their engines, other than that a super 3 night stay. Staff very helpful and charming, food always good, Shangaan evening worth going to. Don't miss Elephant Whisperers, very informative and wonderful to get up close to elephant (and I mean close.)

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Melani K, Manager at Hippo Hollow Country Estate, responded to this review
19 April 2013

It brings us great delight knowing that you enjoyed your stay here with us and in particular making use of every oppertunity to explore our surroundings. We look forward to welcoming you back. More

Pretoria, South Africa
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5 hotel reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

We arrived in Mpumalanga with high hopes; to see the hippos and the unique wild life as advertised on the website. Sorely, disappointed. Can't blame the hotel for the hippos, they have their own schedules .... Fortunately the Phabeni Gate is about 10 minutes drive. We had two cabins overlooking the Sabie river; the rooms are dated. A change of... More

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Allston
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

The hotel itself is incredibly charming. The restaurant and patio area overlook a river and we were lucky enough to see a crocodile and a hippo during our 3 night stay. The best part of our time here was the hospitable and accommodating staff. They watched out for my friend and I during our stay giving us tips on the... More

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Melani K, Manager at Hippo Hollow Country Estate, responded to this review
8 April 2013

It was a privilege welcoming you to the Hippo Hollow Family. Having been able to add value to your trip brings us great joy. Thank you for your feedback. We certainly wish to welcome you back in the not too far future. More

johannesburg
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

After having booked down the road in Hazyview and been totally disappointed with our inferior accomodation, we decided to cancel and try and find a new place at the last minute. to my amazing surprise, Hippo Hollow did not only find us last minute accomodation, they also gave us a 20 percent discount on a river cottage to make up... More

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Melani K, Manager at Hippo Hollow Country Estate, responded to this review
8 April 2013

It brings us great pride having to be a part of making your stay an unforgettable one. Thank you for your valuable feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next African Journey. More

 
 
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Address: Po Box 2304, Hazyview, | Mpumalanga Kruger Area, Hazyview 1242, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Mpumalanga > Hazyview
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Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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