Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK

–Excellent location - show map
+73 photos
Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9
  • View
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box

About this property

Motswari is a luxury family-owned lodge situated within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Guests can experience bush trails with trained guides and spend evenings in the wilderness, eating authentic open-air boma meals. The airy lodges at the Motswari Private Game Reserve feature thatched roofs, each equipped with air conditioning and unrivalled savannah views from large wooden decks. They combine traditional décor with a designer touch and include a lounge and bathrooms with bathtub. The accommodation is relaxed and guests can benefit from an outdoor pool, a library and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Two game drives per day are included in the rates at Motswari, and occur at sunrise and sunset.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Newmark Hotels, Reserves and Lodges
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Preeyanuj
Thailand Thailand
“Fantastic! I must first mention the staffs! We felt so so taken care of and they were so friendly and polite and was there to help 24/7! We didn't want to leave this place at all because we felt so spoilt. Our guide Eden and Magic were the most...”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Eden and Magic were Brilliant learnt so much and laughed so much too saw the big 5 and so much more saw lions hyenas and leopards with kills even saw an Aardvark best Holiday ever , every single member of staff was brilliant , Rooms lovely food...”
Rebbecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff are exceptional. Eden and magic were so knowledgable, funny, accommodating - they made our trip! There skills as tracker and guide were second to none. We saw so much! Including a lion kill. WOW. And all of the staff on the property...”
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Superior experience, we saw the big five in the first 2 Game Drives. Hayden & Patrick( tracker and driver )were fun to be with, knowledgeable and friendly all times , went that extra mile to find the animals we wanted to look out for. Noah, Tim &...”
Peter
Netherlands Netherlands
“The location, the staff, the food, the driver and tracker”
Faith
Singapore Singapore
“Clean and well kept with security ushering you thru the night to dinners”
Christopher
Australia Australia
“It was amazing. The rooms were excellent. With great views over the river, often frequented by animals. The food was terrific. Our guide and tracker, Noel and David, could not have been better. We saw the big 5 and much more- many giraffes, Zebra,...”
Jean
Australia Australia
“Accommodation good, food very good. Each night they had dinner in a different area. A lovely boma one night. The bush brekki was different and nice. Prince looked after us well. Game drives excellent with wonderful sightings Lion, leopard,...”
Ilana
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Game drives were exciting and well organised. Great variety of food options, staff were all wonderful and always went above and beyond for guests. Camp was a good size with different areas to explore, pool area was a bit small.”
Katharina
Austria Austria
“not cheap but worth the experience, the staff was exceptional and the game drives in the private nature reserve were something else! our bungalow was super clean and cozy, the food was really good and offered a great variety. also worth mentioning...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional

House rules

Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note compulsory conservation levies per person per night are applicable and excluded from the rates. A gate entrance fee charged per vehicle is applicable and payable upon entrance to the reserve. Please contact the property directly for further information.

Scheduled daily flights between OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) and Hoedspruit / Eastgate Airport take approximately 50 minutes, followed by a 50 minute road transfer to the lodge. Scheduled flights between Cape Town (6 times a week) and Hoedspruit take approximately 2 ½ hours, followed by a 50 minute road transfer to the lodge. Transfers can be arranged from Hoedspruit/Eastgate Airport to the lodge at an additional fee.

Guests choosing to drive from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to the lodge are to make their own transfer arrangements – average travel time is 6/7 hours.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Motswari Private Game Reserve by NEWMARK in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.