Billy's Lodge
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#13 of 13 lodges in Balule Nature Reserve
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Location
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
3.7 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
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V6186EMinfo wrote a review June 2017
Kruger National Park, South Africa
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Selbst Inhaberin einer Reiseagentur habe ich mir Billys Lodge bewußt ausgesucht.
Eine reizende kleine Lodge - mit sehr freundlichem Personal - äusserst bemüht - leckeres Essen - man fühlt sich sehr gut betreut.
schöne Zimmer - an dem Tag unserer Anreise fiel leider der Strom aus, was ja für Afrika nicht ungewöhnlich ist - es wurde bestens gemeistert.
Ich kann diese Lodge jedem empfehlen, der in einer kleinen persönlichen Lodge mit wunderbarem Ausblick und sehr guten Game Drives ein paar Tage verbringen möchte. Vickys-Reisen - Rösrath / Köln
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Date of stay: May 2017
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip: es gibt Villas - sehr schön mit wunderbarem Blick in die Wildniss
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Mhainey924 wrote a review Jan 2016
Iowa
3.0 of 5 bubbles
There are really two reviews or issues here. The first issue is twice daily safari rides and they are largely everything you hoped they would be. The second issue is the hotel portion which is lacking. Neither the acting manager nor the host are up to the job. Public rooms are dusty and need new furniture, etc. Odd actions like wine to have sent to the guests' table never arrived. Place needs on site professional management.
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Date of stay: October 2015
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Bruce M wrote a review July 2017
Auckland Central, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We have done lodge safari's before close by. The experience and service was great, end to end. All the staff were attentive and helpful at all times without being intrusive. Our tracker and ranger were superb, getting us up close to everything going on in the area. Our rooms, the food and lounge areas were all fantastic and would describe it as a great value mid range lodge. Previous reviews must have been with different staff and prior to a revamp.
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Date of stay: July 2017
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Rooms are well separated so any room is fine
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Ronnie K wrote a review Oct 2015
Sudbury, Massachusetts
2.0 of 5 bubbles
A tattered couch, dark reception area and slightly surly "host" are the first things that greet your arrival at Billy" Lodge > The property is full of potential but the staff are not pleasant and there is a lack of concern for the guests.
The suites are lovely and well appointed - ac is a blessing as the temp can be 105 at midday. Outdoor showers and plunge pools are great but empty fridge is not. When I asked for bottled water I was told I had a pitcher and the water never appeared.
The food is good but...the host literally hovers about and grabs your plate the moment foully your fork down. Beer, wine and soft drinks are not offered although they are included int he price

The manager on site is a 21 year old snarky fellow who also is a guide. He calls his drive "the Ferrari Safari". Driving around the bush at break neck speed in an open vehicle is
dangerous. There are , after all, lions, leopards, elephants etc close by.
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Date of stay: October 2015
2.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
2.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: The suites are very nice
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Bruce M wrote a tip July 2017
Auckland Central, New Zealand18 contributions3 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Rooms are well separated so any room is fine"
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Ronnie K wrote a tip Oct 2015
Sudbury, Massachusetts108 contributions89 helpful votes
2.0 of 5 bubbles
"The suites are very nice"
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LOCATION
South AfricaKruger National ParkBalule Nature Reserve
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Billy's Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Billy's Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Voortrekker Monument (2.6 km), Hazel Food Market (6.5 km), and Statue of Nelson Mandela (5.5 km).
What are some restaurants close to Billy's Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Propaganda Pretoria, GH On Festival, and Europa Lounge Experience.
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Many travellers enjoy visiting Union Buildings (5.7 km), Sammy Marks House (5.0 km), and Melrose House Museum (3.8 km).
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