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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Overview of Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK

VIP Access

Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
9.6/10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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Timbavati Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 1380

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationTimbavati Game Reserve5 min drive
  • Popular LocationUmbabat Nature Reserve15 min drive
  • Popular LocationKlaserie Nature Reserve20 min drive
  • AirportHoedspruit (HDS)110 min drive

Perks for members at select top-rated stays

Our Silver and Gold members get perks at select VIP Access properties, on top of exceptional service.
Silver tier member
A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
Gold tier member
Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

Room options

About this area

Bushbuckridge

Located in Bushbuckridge, Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK is in a national park. Masorini Archaeological Site is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kruger National Park and Timbavati Game Reserve. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Timbavati Game Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Umbabat Nature Reserve - 15 min drive
  • Kruger National Park - 19 min drive
  • Klaserie Nature Reserve - 20 min drive
  • Grietjie Game Reserve - 117 min drive

Getting around

  • Hoedspruit (HDS) - 110 min drive

About this property

Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK

4-star guesthouse in a national park
Consider a stay at Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK and take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a roundtrip airport shuttle. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a terrace.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, an area shuttle, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, game drive on site, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 15 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free Internet and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the comfortable, spacious rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep soaking tubs
  • Patios, kitchenettes, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from noon - 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving after set lunch, afternoon game drive and dinner times may possibly not be accommodated for these activities/meals.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this hotel in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 460 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1550 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Motswari
Motswari Game
Motswari Game Reserve
Motswari Private Game
Motswari Private Game Reserve
Motswari Private Game Reserve House Kruger National Park
Motswari Private Game Reserve Kruger National Park
Motswari Reserve
Motswari Private Game Reserve House
Motswari Private Game Reserve Guesthouse Kruger National Park
Motswari Private Game Reserve
Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK Guesthouse
Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK Bushbuckridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK?

As of May 28, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK on Jun 9, 2023 start from $418.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK?

Check-in is from noon - 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1550 per person applies.

Where is Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK located?

Situated in a national park, this guesthouse is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Timbavati Game Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kruger National Park and Umbabat Nature Reserve. Klaserie Nature Reserve is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) away.

Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK Reviews

Motswari Private Game Reserve Resort by NEWMARK Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 163 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 89%
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 163 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 8%
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 163 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 2%
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 163 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 1%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 0%

9.7/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.7/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a returning guest, I like the friendliness and professionalism of the staff, the layout of the property and of course, the guides and trackers who make the drives.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Morris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will not be returning to Motswari and this was my third visit. The lack of internet access is a huge problem for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I visited motswari on our honeymoon and absolutely loved the whole experience! The property and rooms are nice and well decorated but the staff make the place so special. Our guide (byron) and tracker (hendry) did an amazing job on all of our drives, we saw the big 5 by our second day and were able to see all the animals we wanted to view. They were also very knowledgeable and provided a lot of information on the animals and area. In addition to the drives, the staff and service back at the lodge was incredible. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful and go out of their way to make sure that you have a wonderful stay. Lastly, the food at motswari was amazing and there is so much of it! Every meal we had there was delicious. Highly recommend staying at motswari for a safari!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Nathan, Bulawayo

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

DARREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A friendly, happy camp
Had a fantastic two night stay in mid March. Wished it had been longer, suggest a 3n minimum ideally. Food was very good and service even better. The guide and tracker were excellent. The bush was predictably quite thick at this time of year, but we still saw lots of lions and antelopes. Weather was good, shirt or light jumper was all that was needed for the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

William, Belfast

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motswari provided a luxury accommodation and first class service while doing so in a way that was sensitive to the natural environment and its wildlife. The property did not have manicured lawns and ornate gardens but instead allowed the natural vegetation to flourish. The grounds were unfenced and lighting throughout was minimal to avoid light pollution. This made for a unique atmosphere which felt like you were actually staying in the bush. The huts were sympathetic to the local style of buildings with thatch roofing. They were air conditioned and had comfortable beds provided with mosquito nets. The food was excellent at every meal with a different dinner location for every night of our stay. The staff were really friendly at all times and the game guides and trackers were of the highest quality. All in all our stay was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Motswari were amazing. They knew evryones names and made you feel like a friend not just a guest. They all went above and beyond with the effort they put into the service. It was an amazing experience, I would go back in an instant and recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

General hotel information

Highly Rated Amenities
Beautiful Rooms & Nice Bathroom
Star Rating
4
Nearest Airport
Hoedspruit (HDS)
Address
Timbavati Nature Reserve, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga