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Gecko Lodge

Review Summary

4.4 out of 5from 58 reviews for Gecko Lodge
Cleanliness
4.3/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.5/5
Safety
4.5/5
Value for money
4.1/5
Danielle B - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Danielle B

Ideal vir wanneer jy net moet herlaai na 'n lang rit.

Die hele atmosfeer van Gecko Lodge en die mense het ons vir 'n oomblik laat vergeet ons was eintlik daar vir werksdoeleindes. Die mees ontspannende lodge waar ek nog oorgebly het vir 'n vinnige oornag.

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Ideal for when you just need to recharge after a long ride.

The whole atmosphere of Gecko Lodge and the people made us forget for a moment that we were actually there for work purposes. The most relaxing lodge I have ever stayed in for a quick overnight stay.

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Noleen H - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Noleen H
With spouse/partner

Geen lugverkoeling.

Oulike plekkie, maar geen lugverkoeling in kamers. In die laeveld-hitte is dit onuithoudbaar en ons het dus alternatiewe akkommodasie gaan soek. Ek voel net hul moet dit noem as kliënte boek, want dan sou ek definitief nie daar geboek het nie, en nog boonop R1770 verloor/verbeur het nie. Want moes R2800 betaal vir alternatiewe akkommodasie.

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No air cooling.

Cute little place, but no air conditioning in rooms. In the low-veld heat it is unbearable and we therefore went looking for alternative accommodation. I just feel they should mention it as a customer book, because then I definitely wouldn't have booked there, and on top of that I wouldn't have lost/forfeited R1770. Because had to pay R2800 for alternative accommodation.

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Dear Noleen

Thank-you for the review, it is always lovely when guests leave a review and it was lovely to read that we have a sweet place.

It is a pity that you had to leave due to no aircon in your room, but I thank you for telling me upon checking out that it was not our fault as you had not read the amenities in the Lodges description.

Booking online, all relevant information is on the website for persons to see and if there is something not there, then it must mean that we do not have it and clients are more than welcome to enquire before booking.

We wish you many more safe travels ahead.

Gecko Lodge
Chris B - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Chris B
With spouse/partner

Lekker geslaap.

Ligging is goed en tuine mooi versorg.

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Slept well.

Location is good and gardens well maintained.

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Dear Chris,

Thank you for taking the time to review Gecko Lodge.

Wishing you many more safe travels ahead.

Gecko Lodge
Mandie D - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Mandie D
With spouse/partner

Baie mooi met pragtige tuine, maar die lodge self is vervalle en lyk nie soos die foto's nie.

Ons is gegroet deur 'n sekuriteitswag en moes omtrent 15 min wag vir iemand van ontvangs om ons te kom help. Ons het 'n dubbelkamer bespreek maar het 'n kamer gekry met twee enkelbeddens, hulle het ons toe geskuif na 'n kamer wat heeltemal vervalle was. Die muur waar die TV moes wees was daar net kabels en daar was sigaretstompies oral voor die kamer, ons het regtig nie tuis gevoel nie. Hulle het ons ook ontbytpakkies belowe wat ons nooit ontvang het nie. Teleurgesteld in ons ervaring want die plek het ongelooflike potensiaal en kan regtig mooi wees.

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Very nice with beautiful gardens, but the lodge itself is dilapidated and does not look like the photos.

We were greeted by a security guard and had to wait about 15 min for someone from reception to come help us. We booked a double room but got a room with two single beds, they then moved us to a room that was completely run down. The wall where the TV should have been there were only cables and there were cigarette butts all over the front of the room, we really didn't feel at home. They also promised us breakfast packs which we never received. Disappointed in our experience as the place has incredible potential and could be really beautiful.

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Ovkie G - Jun 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ovkie G
With spouse/partner

'n Onvergeetlike ervaring in 'n sprokiesmooie lodge, geleë in 'n pragtige woud.

Ons was bederf met heerlike ontbyt en top-sjef aandete by kaggelvuur, vriendelike persoonlike diens en gasvryheid, pragtige omgewing, uitstekende kamerdiens, die onvergeetlike ervaring van die naggeluide wat die pragtige woud bring en die gemoedsrus dat ons altyd beveilig was. Voorwaar ons "go-to place" in die Laeveld! Vir seker heerlik gerus!

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An unforgettable experience in a fairytale lodge, located in a beautiful forest.

We were spoiled with delicious breakfast and top chef dinner by the fireplace, friendly personal service and hospitality, beautiful surroundings, excellent room service, the unforgettable experience of the night sounds that the beautiful forest brings and the peace of mind that we were always protected. Truly our "go-to place" in the Lowveld! For sure delicious!

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Rudolph D - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rudolph D
With spouse/partner

'n Onvergeetlike ondervinding.

Dit is asof kalmte oor jou neersak. Dis rustig en baie mooi en 'n plek waar mens net kan ontspan. Die diens was uitstekend.

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An unforgettable experience.

It's as if calm descends upon you. It's peaceful and very beautiful and a place where you can just relax. The service was excellent.

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Portia M - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Portia M
Family with young children

It was okay.

The lodge could use some remodeling, fumigation and air conditioning as there are just fans there and it's very hot in summer. The breakfast was good and the dining hall staff was very friendly and helpful all the time. Location is perfect but the road leading to the lodge is not recommended for small cars especially after it has rained.

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Almari V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Almari V
Family with teenagers

Dit was baie lekker. Pragtige tuin, mooi, goed ingerigte kamers. Baie lekker kos, goeie vriendelike personeel.

Gecko Lodge was bo verwagting. Baie stil area, lekker sentraal van al die toeriste-aantreklikhede in die omtrek.

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It was very nice. Beautiful garden, nice, well appointed rooms. Very nice food, good friendly staff.

Gecko Lodge was beyond expectation. Very quiet area, nice and central to all the tourist attractions in the area.

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Joanri B - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Joanri B

Pragtige kamers. Heerlike kos. Ongelooflike diens!

Een nag oorgeslaap en totaal en al die moeite werd. Dankie Tammy! Ons beveel Gecko Lodge graag aan!

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Beautiful rooms. Delicious food. Amazing service!

Stayed one night and totally worth it. Thanks Tammy! We are happy to recommend Gecko Lodge!

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Ulrica S - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ulrica S
Family with young children

A touch of nature.

Tammy and Gideon along with the rest of the staff were amazing, really friendly and helpful. The place is neat and clean, its a break from all the hustle and bustle yet still close to the mall, Kruger gate and a lot of places to see. It's central to everything. I would have loved it if the rooms had small bar fridges, to keep the water and drinks cold. The entrance to the resort is a bit steep so it's difficult to drive with small vehicles, but apart from that the place was wonderful.

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Liezl-thea B - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liezl-thea B
Family with teenagers

So mooi en rustig!

Eienaars is vriendelik en baie behulpsaam!

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So beautiful and peaceful!

Owners are friendly and very helpful!

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Betty D - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Betty D
With spouse/partner

Fantasiese plek

This was hospitality with a capital H even in this challenging times. They went all the way for us. Food was good and the lodge is very quiet and peaceful and close to Hazyview centre and Kruger gates. We will stay here again. Thank you guys.

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Hilda B - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Hilda B
With spouse/partner

Vriendelik en gasvry.

Vriendelik, baie behulpsaam, netjies en skoon. Ons sal definitief weer daar tuis gaan, kan dit aanbeveel.

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Friendly and hospitable.

Friendly, very helpful, neat and clean. We will definitely stay there again, can recommend it.

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Coriana B - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Coriana B
With spouse/partner

Baie lekker rustig

Vriendlike en behulspame diens van al die personeel. Skoon en netjies

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Very nice and quiet

Friendly and caring service from all the staff. Clean and tidy

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Elri J - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elri J
With spouse/partner

Vriendelik, gasvry en baie hulpvaardig.

Ek sal enige tyd Gecko Lodge aanbeveel. Personeel is professioneel, vriendelik en gaan uit hulle pad om die verblyf aangenaam te maak.

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Friendly, hospitable and very helpful.

I would recommend Gecko Lodge anytime. Staff are professional, friendly and go out of their way to make the stay enjoyable.

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Leane D - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Leane D
With spouse/partner

Netjies en veilig.

Lekker ontbyt, vriendelike personeel.

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Neat and safe.

Nice breakfast, friendly staff.

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Ruth W - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ruth W
With friends

Beautiful lodge.

With my next stay in Hazyview I will stay again in Gecko Lodge! The staff was friendly and all of them give us a very warm welcome. The location is beautiful.

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Stef-marie S - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stef-marie S
With spouse/partner

Baie lekker, sal weer gaan!

Gecko Lodge is baie netjies, almal baie vriendelik. Ons het baie lekker gebly. Sal weer daar kom bly.

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Very nice, will go again!

Gecko Lodge is very neat, all very friendly. We had a nice stay. Will stay there again.

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Dear Stef-Marie

Baie dankie vir die mooi review van die Lodge. Ons is bly om te hoor jy het jou verblyf geniet.
Vriendlike Groete
Tammy

Gecko Lodge
Karen H - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Karen H
On business

Very friendly comfortable lodge.

A really nice place to stay and the staff were friendly and helpful. Gardens are great with the pool and bar. Food was good. Could have an area with desks and better lighting for business work. I enjoyed my stay very much and will definitely return to this lodge.

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Denise M - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Denise M
With spouse/partner

Die booking self was excellent. Plek ook. Net die breakfast se bacon wat af kleur was, duidelik grys nie pink nie.

Netjiese, skoon eenheid in pragtige opset met lieflike rotsswembad en vriendelike ontvangs.

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The booking itself was excellent. Place too. Only the breakfast's bacon was off colour, clearly gray not pink.

Neat, clean unit in beautiful setting with lovely rock pool and friendly reception.

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Kobus S - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kobus S
With spouse/partner

Baie vriendelike ontvangs en almal was baie vriendelik van aankoms tot vertrek.

Die personeel was baie vriendelik van aankoms tot vertrek. Het ons ook ‘n lys van aktiwiteite kon verskaf op ons versoek. Die restaurant opset was intiem en goeie etes.

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Very friendly reception and everyone was very friendly from arrival to departure.

The staff were very friendly from arrival to departure. Could we also provide a list of activities at our request. The restaurant setting was intimate and good meals.

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Elizma D - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Elizma D
On business

Was baie lekeker, kan meer opknappings doen in kamers.

Baie oulike plekkie, kan wel meer aandag kry.

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Was very laid back, could do with more renovations in rooms.

Very cute place, could get more attention.

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Johan J - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan J
With friends

Gemaklik en professioneel.

Was die ideale oornagstop vir ons groep op pad na die wildtuin. Aandete was fantasties en ontbyt voldoende.

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Comfortable and professional.

Was the ideal overnight stop for our group on the way to the game park. Dinner was fantastic and breakfast adequate.

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Dear Johan,

We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us.
It is always a pleasure to host great guests.

Gecko Lodge
Glynis K - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Glynis K
With spouse/partner

Rustige verblyf met 'n goeie ontbyt!

Rustige veilige omgewing. Goeie ontbyt en vriendelike personeel. Kamer ruim, gerieflik en netjies. Lugversorger sal 'n aanwins wees (besoek tydens hittegolf). Aanbeveel.

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Peaceful accommodation with a good breakfast!

Quiet safe environment. Good breakfast and friendly staff. Room spacious, comfortable and tidy. Air conditioner would be an asset (visit during heat wave). Recommended.

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Martin F - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Martin F

Aangename verblyf. Bekostigbaar, goeie diens en uitstekende omgewing.

Daar is aan alle verwagtinge voldoen. Sterk aan te beveel.

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Lovely accommodation. Affordable, good service, and excellent area.

Met all our expectations. Highly recommended.

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Elmarie K - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Elmarie K
Family with teenagers

Baie mooi plek.

Baie goeie diens!

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So beautiful!

Very good service.

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Maxine N - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Maxine N
Family with young children

'n Uistekende basis vir 'sight-seeing'.

Ons het Gecko Lodge gebruik as 'n basis om die besienswaardighede langs die Panorama-roete sowel as die wildtuin te besoek. Dit was heerlik sentraal geleë vir hierdie doeleinde. Ons gesinskamer was baie netjies en ons het heerlik geslaap. Ontbyt was ook lekker. Die personeel was baie vriendelik en het graag gehelp met versoeke.

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An excellent base for sight-seeing.

We used Gecko Lodge as a base to visit the attractions along the Panorama route as well as the game park. It was wonderfully centrally located for this purpose. Our family room was very tidy and we slept well. Breakfast was also nice. The staff were very friendly and happy to help with requests.

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Arthur P - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Arthur P
With friends

Verblyf was baie lekker en hulle was baie behulpsaam.

Als is baie netjies. Die kos was fantasties en die ontvangs baie gaaf, sal vir seker weer van hulle gebruik maak.

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The stay was lovely and they were very helpful.

Everything is very neat. The food was fantastic and the reception very warm. Will definitely make use of them again.

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Anonymous Guest - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With spouse/partner

We were disappointed with quality of accommodation.

Dinner was dry and uninteresting. Sound from room next door very loud and could hear everything going on. Definitely expected better. Gardens and outside surroundings were very nice.

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Delano K - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Delano K
With spouse/partner

Goeie diens en vriendelike personeel.

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang. Van buite af lyk dit asof die plek verwaarloos is, maar binne was linne vars en skoon. Die bad kan moontlik vervang word. Kos wat bedien was was baie lekker en daar was 'n aangename atmosfeer in die eetsaal,

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Excellent service and friendly staff.

Warm reception. From the outside it looks rundown, but inside the linen was fresh and clean. Bath could maybe be replaced. Food was delicious and the dining hall has a pleasant atmosphere.

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Sarel M - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sarel M
With spouse/partner

Rustig.

Die plek is rustig en die wagte is behulpsaam, hulle loop saam met jou na jou kamer toe al is dit 23:00 die aand. Ontvangs was goed. Ek beveel die plek aan vir iemand wat 'n rustige naweek wil hê.

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Restful.

The place is quiet and the guards are helpful, they walk with you to your room even if it's 11:00 pm in the evening. Reception was good. I recommend the place to someone who wants a peaceful weekend.

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John V - Apr 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
John V
Family with teenagers

Die restaurant is uitstaande, die ligging puik.

'n Staptog na die rivier toe met die lodge se toestemming is baie mooi. Die enigste nadeel van die lodge is die baie swak grondpad na die hek toe. Teen 5 km/h het ons erg rondgebons in die kar. Die hoofhek en ontvangs is ook nie goed gemerk nie. Die restaurant se kos was uitstaande, praat net met die ontvangs oor hoe laat dit is.

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The restaurant is outstanding, the location great.

A hike to the river with the lodge's permission is very beautiful. The only downside to the lodge is the very poor dirt road to the gate. At 5 km/h we were bouncing around badly in the car. The main gate and reception are also not well marked. The restaurant's food was outstanding, just talk to reception about what time it is.

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Sarah N - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
1/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Sarah N
With spouse/partner

Not user friendly.

Not user friendly. Too quiet to visit. Non availability of TV. Management not friendly and impatient.

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Dear Sarah,

Thank you very much for taking the time to review us!
Yes, Gecko Lodge is situated in the quiet Sabie Valley to enjoy the nature and the quietness, and yes, we do not advertise anywhere TV's, as people enjoy listening to the water, the birds and the owls and Bush Babies at Night. We believe that I have been very patient at 2.30 in the morning when you called for directions :-) as already discussed with you on checking out.

Kind Regards
Anja / owner
Gecko Lodge

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Thandi C - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Thandi C
With spouse/partner

Interesting place.

I loved the nature, the surroundings and also the safety. The place is so beautiful and user friendly. I loved the fact that it has disability facilities. I would recommend people to go there.

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Dear Thandi,

Thank you for the feedback, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! It was lovely to meet you and we hope we will see you again.

Kind regards,
Anja

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Philip V - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Philip V
With spouse/partner

Baie vriendelike span, lekker geslaap.

Die plek is oulik. Die mense vriendelik. Jammer dat dit baie warm was en dat daar nie lugversorging is nie, maar ek weet dis bietjie bederf. Diens was flink.

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Very friendly team, slept well.

The place is cute. The people friendly. Sorry that it was very hot and that there is no air conditioning, but I know it's a bit spoiled. Service was brisk.

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Michael V - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michael V
With spouse/partner

Verblyf was uitstekend gewees.

Ons het net baie reën gehad, maar verder was ons baie in ons skik gewees. Sal dit by ander mense aanbeveel, want dit is naby die wildtuin en al die besienswaardighede.

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Stay was excellent.

We only had a lot of rain, but other than that we were very happy. Would recommend to other people as it is close to the wildlife park and all the attractions.

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Karien V - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Karien V
Family with young children

Dubbelkamer en gesinskamer.

Die eienaars en werknemers is baie aangenaam en behulpsaam. Die ligging is wonderlik en die area is pragtig. Die enigste kritiek wat ek kan lewer is die badkamers van die verblyf: die bad (en stort bo dit) is baie ongemaklik (die stort is baie laag) en effe verwaarloos. Ons wasbak se kraan kon nie heeltemal toe nie en die bad het slegte roesvlekke gehad.

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Double room and family room.

The owners and employees are very pleasant and helpful. The location is great and the area is beautiful. The only criticism I can make is the bathrooms of the accommodation: the bath (and shower above it) is very uncomfortable (the shower is very low) and slightly neglected. Our sink faucet wouldn't close all the way and the tub had bad rust stains.

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Johan V - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan V
Family with teenagers

Baie oulike verblyf met restaurant wat jou onmiddellik laat voel dat jy met vakansie is.

Die kamers bied die basiese en is skoon en netjies. Drinkwater word verskaf en regte koffie word voorsien. Personeel is baie vriendelik en gasvry en laat jou dadelik tuis voel. Aandete word addisioneel verskaf en sluit 'n Afrika-dans en -sangvertoning by 'n kampvuur in. Ons het lekker gesmul en die aan was 'n voortreflike begin tot ons Wildtuin-vakansie. Die ontbyt wat ingesluit is in die tarief was ook baie lekker en die personeel was vroeg reeds gereed om die gaste te ontvang of selfs 'n ontbytkospakkie te maak sou jy vroeër as die begin van ontbyt wou vertrek. Dit was ook stil sodat jy genoeg rus kan kry as jy weer 'n lang reis het wat voorlê. Ons sou maklik nog tyd by hierdie rustige plek kon deurbring!

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Very cute accommodation with a restaurant that immediately makes you feel like you're on holiday.

The rooms offer the basics and are clean and tidy. Drinking water is provided and real coffee is provided. Staff are very friendly and hospitable and make you feel right at home. Dinner is provided additionally and includes an African dance and song performance by a campfire. We had a great time and the on was an excellent start to our Wildtuin holiday. The breakfast that was included in the rate was also very nice and the staff was already ready early on to receive the guests or even make a breakfast package if you wanted to leave earlier than the start of breakfast. It was also quiet so you can get enough rest if you have another long journey ahead. We could easily spend more time at this peaceful place!

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Benita A - Jun 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Benita A
Individual traveler

Uitstekend!

Onverbeterlik! Dankie. Dit is hoogs aanbeveelbaar.

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Outstanding!

Incorrigible! Thank you. It is highly recommendable.

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Willie S - May 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willie S
With spouse/partner

Dit was bo verwagting baie lekker en aangenaam.

Anja en Gideon is twee wonderlike mense en hul gasvryheid het dit net 'n plesier gemaak om daar te kuier. Ons het baie tuis gevoel reg van dag een af. Die personeel was ook baie behulpsaam. Baie dankie aan almal.

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It was more than expected very nice and pleasant.

Anja and Gideon are two wonderful people and their hospitality made it just a pleasure to visit there. We felt very much at home right from day one. The staff were also very helpful. Many thanks to everyone.

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Hennie V - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Hennie V
Family with teenagers

Personeel is behulpsaam.

Kamers is skoon en netjies.

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Staff are helpful.

Rooms are clean and tidy.

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Elaine M - Oct 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elaine M
With spouse/partner

Het Gecko Lodge gekies as die basis waarvandaan ons die Kruger Wildtuin en ander besienswaardighede kon verken. Dit is goed geleë daarvoor.

Ons was baie beïndruk met die netjiese en skoon verblyf wat ons daar aangebied is. Ons gashere Gideon, Anja en David was vriendelik en het uit hul pad gegaan om ons tuis en gerieflik te laat voel. Die etes was keurig aangebied en smaaklik voorberei. Ons sal beslis Gecko Lodge weer besoek en sal dit sonder voorbehoud by ander voornemende besoekers aanbeveel.

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Chose Gecko Lodge as the base from which to explore the Kruger National Park and other attractions. It is well situated for that.

We were very impressed with the neat and clean accommodation we were offered there. Our hosts Gideon, Anja and David were friendly and went out of their way to make us feel at home and comfortable. The meals were nicely presented and tasty prepared. We would definitely visit Gecko Lodge again and would recommend it to other prospective visitors without reservation.

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Reinhard H - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Reinhard H
With spouse/partner

Ons het ons verblyf regtig geniet.

Veral die aangename mense het beïndruk. Die "pap en vleis" was uitstekend. Die kamer is aangenaam ruim.

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We really enjoyed our stay.

Especially the pleasant people impressed. The "porridge and meat" was excellent. The room is pleasantly spacious.

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Johann P - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Johann P
With spouse/partner

Aanvaarbaar.

Elke oggend was die ontbyt presies dieselfde. Die kamers is skoon en netjies. Die gasheer en gasvrou was baie vriendelik. Ekonomiese verblyf.

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Acceptable.

Every morning the breakfast was exactly the same. The rooms are clean and tidy. The host and hostess were very friendly. Economical accommodation.

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Hester D - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Hester D
On business

Rustig en mooi!

Ek het dit baie geniet om in die Gecko Lodge oor te slaap. Die personeel is vriendelik en behulpsaam en die kos was heerlik!

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Peaceful and beautiful!

I really enjoyed staying in the Gecko Lodge. The staff are friendly and helpful and the food was delicious!

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Henry E - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Henry E
With friends

'n Ongelooflike ervaring met fantastiese kos!

Die diens was puik. Die area is beeldskoon. Die lodge is sentraal geleë tussen die Wildtuin en ander besienswaardighede. Die voedsel is lekker! Baie dankie!

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An incredible experience with fantastic food!

The service was great. The area is picturesque. The lodge is centrally located between the Wildlife Park and other attractions. The food is delicious! Thank you very much!

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Duard V - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Duard V
With spouse/partner

Gecko Lodge exceeded our expectations miles. Love it!!

Gecko Lodge is a fantastic romantic getaway and serious value for money when it comes to the accommodation, romance, and service. The quality of their food is out standing. Gecko lodge can expect to see us a lot more in the future.

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Marthinus A - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marthinus A
With spouse/partner

It was a perfect break away from the fast living of the city

A fantastic place to spend some TLC at.

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Abel F - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Abel F
With spouse/partner

Baie lekker en baie vriendelike gesigte wat alles lekker maak.

Die vriendelike mense wat baie behulpsaam is, sal seker maak jy geniet jou verblyf. Die kos is uitstekend en mens kan altyd lekker kuier saam die vriendelike mense by die backpackers. Ek gee hulle 'n baie goeie 9 uit 10 vir diens en vriendelikheid.

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Very nice and very friendly faces that make everything nice.

The friendly people who are very helpful will make sure you enjoy your stay. The food is excellent and you can always have a good time with the friendly people at the backpackers. I give them a very good 9 out of 10 for service and friendliness.

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Drienie S - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Drienie S
With spouse/partner

Was lekker maar nie uitstaande nie.

Moes lank wag vir die kamer. Niks om regtig te doen daar nie. Kan nie langer as een aand daar oorslaap nie. Lugversorging kan oorweeg word, Baie warm. Mense gaaf, Kos lekker

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Was nice but not outstanding.

Had to wait a long time for the room. Nothing to do there really. Can't sleep there for more than one night. Air conditioning can be considered, Very hot. Nice people, good food

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Jm E - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jm E
Family with young children

Verblyf was aangenaam. Die personeel was vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die etes was goed.

'n Skoon, netjiese kamer.

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Stay was pleasant. The staff were friendly and helpful. The meals were good.

A clean, tidy room.

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Nola Evelyn N - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Nola Evelyn N
On business

The lodge was beautiful and clean and the staff was very welcoming.

I would recommend this Lodge to anyone who wants to go on holiday because it was absolutely lovely.

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Roelof S - Aug 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Roelof S
On business

Baie lekker gebly!

Julle kan kyk na die TV in die kamer en lugreëling.

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Very nice stay!

You can watch the TV in the room and air conditioning.

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Alex W - Jul 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Alex W
With spouse/partner

Very pleasant stay

We had a very enjoyable stay at the Gecko Lodge. Gideon and Anya were always on hand to do anything to make our stay more enjoyable. Thank you!

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Glenda D - Jun 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Glenda D
Large group

Gideon en Anja was baie gasvry en het ons tuis laat voel

Ons is baie vriendelik ontvang in Afrikaans en ons het baie lekker gebly by Gecko Lodge, Hazyview. Gideon het 'n heerlike maaltyd voorberei vir aandete. Ons sal weer daar gaan kuier wanneer ons in die omgewing wil oorbly.

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Gideon and Anja were very hospitable and made us feel at home

We were received very kindly in Afrikaans and we had a very nice stay at Gecko Lodge, Hazyview. Gideon prepared a delicious meal for dinner. We will visit there again when we want to stay in the area.

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Faraz S - Apr 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Faraz S
Family with young children

Ideally located, friendly staff and comfortable settings.

Consumables in room were not replenished as frequently as I'd have liked, but overall great value for money. Owners personally take care of comfort.

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Karin N - Apr 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin N
With spouse/partner

Awesome stay

Value for money and a good location in Hazyview.

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Papy M - Jan 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Papy M
Family with young children

Awesome and calm place with good interaction with nature

Anja and Gideon hosted us very well. Room was spacious and ideal for our young 2 children. Perhaps they should consider some air-condition in the room as the heat can get unbearable. Otherwise it's a place to visit again!

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  • Address: R536, Hazyview, 1242, Mpumalanga
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