Buffalo Hotel Hectorspruit, Hectorspruit
About the Hotel
Buffalo Hotel is the oldest hotel in Mpumalanga's 'Wild Frontier' region, established in 1923. Located in Hectorspruit, it offers access to the southern border of Kruger National Park, making it an ideal base for wildlife enthusiasts. Its proximity to Swaziland and Mozambique adds a rich cultural dimension to any visit.
Location
Buffalo Hotel is strategically situated 49.5 miles from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport and 12 miles from Malelane Gate, providing convenient access to nearby attractions. Guests can explore scenic day tours to the Blyde River Canyon and other significant sites, including the Sudwala Caves and Maputo's historical landmarks.
Rooms
Buffalo Hotel features well-appointed, air-conditioned rooms with a total capacity to sleep 40 guests. Each room offers complimentary Wi-Fi, a selection of satellite TV channels, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Various room configurations are available, including double beds, twin beds, and family units.
Eat & Drink
The on-site restaurant serves a mix of African, local, and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy their meals by the outdoor swimming pool area, or relax at the world-famous Buffalo Bar, which includes pool tables and darts. The open-air Lapa Restaurant provides a family-friendly dining experience.
Leisure & Business
The hotel caters to both leisure and business visitors with an outdoor heated pool, a fitness center, and a children's entertainment area featuring trampolines and a jumping castle. Conference facilities are also available for business meetings, ensuring a conducive environment away from the office.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Front desk
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Pool tables
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Wedding services
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business center
Children
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
- Television in lobby
Room features
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-insulated, although they seemed a bit dated and could benefit from a refurbishment. The service was exceptional with friendly housekeeping and a nice welcome drink. The location was perfect for our needs, although some improvements could be made. The dining experience, while not outstanding, was satisfactory. The facilities offered were decent, providing a comfortable stay overall.
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were cool, tidy, and very comfortable; however, they could use some refurbishment. Although there was no bar fridge, the accommodation was suitable for a two-bedroom family room. The service was decent, and I particularly appreciated the housekeeping. The location, although needing some improvement, was great for us, especially being just opposite the restaurant and close to Kruger. The dining experience was fine overall, but the waitron at breakfast could be more attentive. The facilities were satisfactory and met our needs during the stay.
The hotel is in a convenient location, just opposite the restaurant and close to Kruger, making it a suitable choice for us. The rooms are quite dated and could use a refurbishment, but my two-bedroom family room, although given to someone else initially, was cool, tidy, and very comfortable. The service was decent overall, with attentive housekeeping and a welcome drink upon arrival. The dining experience was fine, although the quality wasn't exceptional. The facilities offered were satisfactory, providing the basic amenities needed for a pleasant stay.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were cool, tidy, and very comfortable, perfect for a two-bedroom family room, but I was a bit disappointed that there was no bar fridge available.
My stay at the hotel was quite comfortable and pleasant overall. The rooms were spacious, well-insulated, and impeccably clean, although it was a bit disappointing that there were no sanitizers available. The location worked perfectly for me and was just opposite a fantastic restaurant. However, the size of the rooms was a bit small.
The hotel is conveniently located just opposite the restaurant and was great for us. The rooms, however, are quite dated and need refurbishment, lacking a bar fridge. The service, including housekeeping and a welcome drink, was okay. The dining experience was fine with tasty sandwiches, but not exceptional. The hotel facilities were satisfactory overall.
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was cool, tidy, and very comfortable, but I was disappointed that there were no sanitizers available. The size of the rooms was a bit small for my preference, but they were big, well-insulated, and very clean. The location was ideal for us, just opposite the restaurant and close to Krüger. The dining experience wasn't that bad overall, except for the waitron at breakfast. The hotel's facilities were fine, and overall, it was a nice value for money.
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The room was spacious and well insulated, providing a comfortable stay. However, there was a mix-up with the room key and cleanliness could have been better. The service was average, and the location suited my needs perfectly. The dining experience had its ups and downs with room for improvement.
The hotel is conveniently located just opposite the restaurant and was great for us. The rooms were cool, tidy, and very comfortable, but the lack of a bar fridge was a downside. The service, including housekeeping and the welcome drink, was satisfactory. Dining options were not very good, and improvements are needed. The facilities provided were adequate, and the price was reasonable for the value offered.
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were spacious and well-insulated, but they felt quite dated and could benefit from a refurbishment. Unfortunately, there were no sanitizers provided in the room which was a bit inconvenient. On the bright side, the rooms were remarkably clean, especially considering it was a two-bedroom family room.
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