Taj Bush Lodge

4.5 star property

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Located close to Kolgans Dam and Balule Private Nature Reserve, Taj Bush Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and game and wildlife viewing. Indulge in a body wrap, a body scrub, and a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Bush Boma, features al fresco dining. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

Luxury Suite, Pool View

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Map
Balulele Nature Reserve, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, 1380

What's nearby

  • Selati Nature Reserve
    Selati Nature Reserve
    16 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
    28 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Lissataba Nature Reserve
    45 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
    58 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Jessica the Hippo
    60 min drive - 48.4 km

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS)
    112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Three Bridges Restaurant
    16 min drive

About this property

Taj Bush Lodge

  • Luxury hotel remodeled in 2026 and located near Selati Nature Reserve
  • Located close to Kolgans Dam and Balule Private Nature Reserve, Taj Bush Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and game and wildlife viewing. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a body scrub, or a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Bush Boma, features international cuisine and al fresco dining. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a poolside bar and a terrace.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • A TV in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and a porter/bellhop
    • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and charcoal grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Taj Bush Lodge feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and separate tubs/showers
    • 43-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, eco-friendly cleaning products, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Bush Boma

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Built in 2025
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - May 2026
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 460 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Taj Bush Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Taj Bush Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taj Bush Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Taj Bush Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Taj Bush Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Taj Bush Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this luxury hotel is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Selati Nature Reserve and within 12 mi (20 km) of Zebra Dam and Kolgans Dam. Umhlametsi Game Reserve and Jessica the Hippo are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional