Hippo Retreat & Tiger Fishing Komatipoort
8 The Hippos Farms 192
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Why people book this hotel
“Lovely hosts”
“Owner on property friendly and caring”
“Absolutely beautiful location, friendly owners and staff”
“The location is perfect for a short stay coming back from Moz”
“The place didn't have breakfast but I liked the the boat cruise and the people t…”
“Quiet riverfront view, Solar security lights around property”
“Value for money”
“The people was great and the price was very good”
“Everything was in working order and neat”
Overview
Situated 16 km from Crocodile Bridge, Hippo Retreat & Tiger Fishing Komatipoort offers accommodation with a patio. This homestay has a pool with a view, a garden and free private parking. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a well-fitted kitchen including an oven, microwave, toaster and a fridge. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with river or garden views. At the homestay, units have bed linen and towels. Guests at the homestay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Komatipoort, like cycling and hiking. The homestay has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Lionspruit Game Reserve is 34 km from Hippo Retreat & Tiger Fishing Komatipoort. The nearest airport is Maputo International Airport, 97 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Arnie
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
Exelint
Daniel
extended_group
April 6, 2026
“not a pleasent stay it needs a good scrubb or two , but nice firewood”
ITS ON THE RIVER CLOSE TO RCL KOMATI MILL
de swardt
family_with_children
January 26, 2026
Fishing the peasfullniss
Christopher
couple
January 6, 2026
The place didn't have breakfast but I liked the the boat cruise and the people there are nice especially Andries he made our stay very comfortable and attended to us when we need something
Wayne
solo_traveller
January 3, 2026
Absolutely beautiful location, friendly owners and staff.
Frikkie
family_with_children
December 25, 2025
Close to the river
Zubair
family_with_children
June 30, 2025
Lovely hosts. Such a warm welcome.
Jan
couple
May 15, 2025
“Realy met our expectations and enjoy the stay”
Quiet riverfront view, Solar security lights around property.without spoiling the atmosphere.. Fully equiped kitchen. Chairs, benches and tables all over. Owner on property friendly and caring
Adriaan
family_with_children
May 6, 2025
“awesome place , will 100% go back.”
the place was amazing and Hein (one of the owners ) was brilliant and very good to deal with . he literally went out of his way to help us in every aspect of our stay and even took me and my son for a FREE fishing expedition TWICE !!
Brett
couple
May 5, 2025
“Great value for money!”
The location is perfect for a short stay coming back from Moz. We ate at the Komatipoort golf club which was close by and good food.
SONJA NELSON
family_with_children
January 20, 2025
The Riverview
Salzer
family_with_children
December 29, 2024
On the river. Very relaxing. It's very rustic. The dogs were friendly. The aircon was amazing. It's very close to the Kruger. Everything was in working order and neat.
Bernadette
family_with_children
August 12, 2024
Value for money. Dogs were friendly of owners. Enjoy sitting under the trees and all we need was available.
Van Zyl
family_with_children
June 18, 2024
The view of the river was awesome. The dogs felt like our own.
Margie
couple
May 15, 2024
“F”
Battled to find the property. Signage needs to be improved. Extremely rustic. Tons of mozzies
Laubscher
family_with_children
May 14, 2024
Beautiful area with lovely view. Close to the kruger park as well as town. Host is friendly and accommodating. A few small issues but enjoyed our stay
Andre
family_with_children
April 16, 2024
“great”
The place was great and the location was very good. The people was great and the price was very good. thanks for having us there
Daniel
solo_traveller
February 23, 2024
“Excellent”
The place is nice and quiet and the river view is calming and beautiful.
Marna
family_with_children
January 16, 2024
“Pleasant”
The location Quiet and farm feeling Beautifull next to the river
Lucy
couple
January 1, 2024
“Happy guests o”
Perfect setting and close proximity to the river.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Hiking, Cycling, Game drives
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Garden, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Plunge pool, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Daily housekeeping, Ironing service, Laundry
Family Room with Bath
The pool with a view is the standout feature of this family room. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The family room also has a barbecue. The family room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 1 bed and 1 futon.
Economy Double or Twin Room
Guests will have a special experience as the twin/double room offers a pool with a view. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The twin/double room also offers a barbecue. The twin/double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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