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Moditlo River Lodge

★★★★★ Moditlo Private Game Reserve, R40, Hoedspruit, ZA

9.6 guest rating· 168 reviews

The five stars

Moditlo River Lodge holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Terrace and Sauna.

Guests score it 9.6/10 across 168 reviews.

About this hotel

Rustic Lodge in Blue Canyon Conservancy

Nestled along the Nbesi River, Moditlo River Lodge offers a charming escape in the heart of the Blue Canyon Conservancy. The lodge boasts an outdoor swimming pool, boma bonfire, and a restaurant serving delightful South African cuisine.

Comfortable Rooms with Scenic Views

The air-conditioned rooms at Moditlo River Lodge feature private patios with outdoor seating, minibars, and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Guests can unwind in a cozy setting with scenic views, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Exciting Activities and Tranquil Wellness

From thrilling game drives and bush walks to rejuvenating wellness treatments, guests can immerse themselves in the beauty of the surrounding nature. Indulge in al fresco boma BBQs and savor the tranquility of the lodge's serene atmosphere.

Experience the essence of nature at Moditlo River Lodge - book your stay now for an unforgettable retreat.

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar
  • Shower

Featuring a patio with outdoor seating, this air-conditioned room comes with a mini-bar, tea-and-coffee making facilities and a safety deposit box. The private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Luxury Twin Room including two game drives per day

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Minibar
  • Shower

Featuring a patio with outdoor seating, this air-conditioned room comes with a mini-bar, tea-and-coffee making facilities and a safety deposit box. The private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Sauna
  • Hot spring bath
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
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  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Beauty Services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Game drives
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Manicure
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Pedicure
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Moditlo Private Game Reserve, R40, Hoedspruit, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.6168 reviews

+ Friendly Staff+ Beautiful RoomsNone mentioned significantly
Cleanliness9.6
Service9.8
Location9.8
Room Quality9.5
Amenities9.5
Value for Money9.4

Alles perfekt

10.0

Tolle Zimmer, super Service, tolle Lage und leckeres Essen.

Dennis · DE · 2026-06-02

Staff were amazing

8.0

The staff were great

You could hear the cars from the road so affected the bush experience

Charmaine · ZA · 2026-05-24

Parfait

10.0
Pascal · FR · 2026-05-18

Incredible time, from a very experienced safari trekker

10.0

I've done over 20 different safaris throughout Africa and Modlito exceeded every expectation I had. The food is absolutely fantastic, with some of the best tasting African and international dishes I've ever tasted. Ostrich meat was superbly prepared. I booked this lodge as a last-minute, short stay while enroute to Cape Town. It was super helpful to be picked up at East Gate airport in Hoedspruit (included in the price). The lodge itself has some facilities I didn't have time to utilize, like a fitness building, pool, lobby with books, etc. The location, being close to Hoedspruit, puts it closer to the R40 road and a train line (sometimes audible) but that's also what makes the lodge super accessible. While there I saw the big 4 (you don't go to the Leopard, the Leopard comes to you, always as a surprise). Saw some of my faves, like cheetah and a fluffy bushbaby. Note that the location did not stop the animal activity, it's just something to be aware of; this isn't the most secluded lodge, but then again, you have quick airport access and it isn't priced like the more remote lodge concessions that really drain the wallet. The staff was incredibly informative and answered a lot of my questions about flora and fauna. I would definitely recommend Modlito. As a matter of fact, I am trying to put together another visit in the near future.

Nothing.

Kim · US · 2026-05-13

Lovely lodge and staff.

10.0

It is a lovely lodge. Staff are beautiful and friendly

Melissa · AU · 2026-05-11

A fantastic place to stay for safari

10.0

A wonderful place to stay for safari, very clean and tidy, and the staff were very attentive. The game drivers and trackers were the best. Thank you

The food could be improved slightly for a full 5*s, and some more variation for the gluten-free meals

James · GB · 2026-04-26

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Moditlo River Lodge really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Please note that the rate includes all meals, selected beverages and 2 game drives on the reserve per person per day. Each game drive is about 3-hours long.Please inform 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.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 8 and older are allowed.

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Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.