Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is located in Timbavati Game Reserve which is part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge. The accommodations will provide you with air conditioning and a mini-bar. Featuring a hairdryer, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. At Simbavati Hilltop Lodge you will find an airport shuttle. Other facilities offered at the property include laundry facilities. The property offers free parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kasidid
    Thailand Thailand
    Amazing place with amazing hospitality. The staff and food is fantastic. It was the best experience we ever had.
  • Patricia
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was great. All the meals were great! All the amenities were great, too!
  • Tiffany
    United States of America United States of America
    everything-staff were friendly and attentive. food and accommodations were so luxurious. Game drive guides was amazing and we saw all the big 5.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Simbavati Hilltop Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • River view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Game drives
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Wake-up service
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Beauty services
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Simbavati Hilltop Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, compulsory conservation levies per person are applicable and excluded from the rates. These are payable at the lodge or prior to arrival.

A gate entrance fee per vehicle is applicable and payable upon entrance to Timbavati​ ​Control​ ​Gate. Please contact the property directly for further information.

The gate is open from 06:00 to 18:00. Please do not arrive at the lodge late, as you will then miss the afternoon/evening game drive and lunch, which we do not serve later than 15h00. It is also safer not to drive in the reserve and arrive at the lodge when it is dark.

If you are going to be late due to unforeseen circumstances, please contact the property directly.

Please note that there is continuous cellular telephone reception just before the Enkhulu Gate. However, there is no mobile network available in the reserve.

Please remember to send the property your Passport/SA ID details to arrange for your entry into the reserve.

Check-in is from 14:30. You are welcome to arrive earlier, and make use of our swimming pool or other facilities.

We try to accommodate early arrivals, subject to room availability. Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room was occupied on the previous night.

Check-out is prior to 11:00 on the day of departure. Again, we try to accommodate late check-outs, subject to room availability. Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed, if the room is booked for the evening. If we are unable to accommodate a late check-out, we will happily store your luggage while you enjoy our facilities.

Lunch

The Full Board & Activity/Game drive price includes lunch (served from 1pm to 2.30pm) either on the day of arrival or on departure.

If you wish to have lunch on both arrival and departure days, there will be an extra charge for the second lunch.

Conservation Levies and Additional Reserve Fees are subject to change. Conservation levies will be added to invoices for prepayment, or collected at the lodge directly.

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve: 1 Jan 2024 to 31 Dec 2024: R575 per adult per night and R288 per child under 12 years per night.

Please inform Simbavati Hilltop Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

  • Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is 12.4 miles from the center of Timbavati Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • À la carte

  • Simbavati Hilltop Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Body treatments
    • Manicure
    • Spa facilities
    • Swimming pool
    • Body wrap
    • Pedicure
    • Game drives
    • Beauty services

  • The prices at Simbavati Hilltop Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Simbavati Hilltop Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1