Conveniently situated to reach points of interest such as Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront and the Kirstenbosch Gardens, The Clarendon Fresnaye is a boutique hotel located in Cape Town, South Africa. The property features 16 luxurious rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi, direct-dial telephones, air-conditioning, smart TVs, digital safes, stocked minibars, tea/coffee-making facilities and hairdryers. Restaurants are available within walking distance. The Clarendon Fresnaye also features an expansive garden with two sparkling swimming pools.
Images
Rooms
Facilities
An afternoon in the garden.Lion's Head in the background
The Clarendon Fresnaye.67 Kloof Road Fresnaye
The garden.2 swimming pools.
The GardenTables & Chairs
The pool at Nightsecond pool
The pool at Night2 pools
This twin/double room features a minibar, tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. The bed is a King Bed but can be converted into 2 singles on request. Complimentary Wireless Internet, Full English Breakfast
These spacious rooms have either sea, garden or mountain views.
Rooms are decorated with fine furnishings and fabrics.
Superior Family Suite. 2 bedrooms inter-leading and 1 Bathroom. Complimentary Wireless Internet, Full English Breakfast, DStv, Bar Fridge and Air Conditioning
Set on the exclusive Atlantic Seaboard in the peaceful area of Fresnaye, this stylish villa is oriented around family stays. The villa is elegantly furnished and beautifully designed. The entertainment areas are the heart of the home
Property Facilities
Internet Access, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Internet, Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Tea / Coffee, Television
Services
Babysitting Service, Credit Card
Your Stay
4 Nights
Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Kusudalweni Safari Lodge & Spa | Hoedspruit
Discover the perfect blend of luxury and adventure at our 5-star safari lodge in the heart of Greater Kruger national park. Immerse yourself in the African bush’s beauty as our team takes you on an unforgettable journey, where you’ll encounter the Big Five and marvel at the unique flora and fauna that call this region home.
Our spacious suites feature private decks with breathtaking views, plush bedding, air conditioning, and all the amenities you need for a comfortable and rejuvenating stay.
Kusudalweni Safari Lodge & Spa also caters for Kosher guests.
Book your stay at our 5-star safari lodge and experience the magic of Africa’s wilderness in comfort and style.Experience the sheer majesty of a South African wildlife safari and the exclusivity of a small, intimate luxury lodge.
Kusudalweni Safari Lodge & Spa sits at the heart of the Guernsey Private Nature Reserve, a stretch of protected land within the world-renowned Greater Kruger National Park eco system and is home to an astonishing array of fauna, flora, numerous bird species as well as buffalo, giraffe, zebra, various antelope and much more.
Images
Rooms
Facilities
Activities and Services
Family Suite2 bedrooms, 1 sharing bathroom
Main Lodge outsideReception
Main lodge swimming poolSwimming pool
Luxury King SuiteRoom inside
Luxury King Suite outsidePrivate jacuzzi
Main LodgeReception
Suite Family Suite
SuiteShower and Bath
SuiteKing Suite
Suite King Suite
Deck Pool
1 bedroomed detached chalet, super king size bed, tea and coffee station, stocked mini bar, indoor and outdoor shower, air-con, mosquito nets, Wi-Fi, plunge pool/jacuzzi.
2 bedroomed detached chalet, super king size bed or twin beds, tea and coffee station, stocked mini bar, indoor and outdoor shower, air-con, mosquito nets, Wi-Fi, plunge pool/jacuzzi.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Morning Safaris begin with a knock at your door, as your personal guide does the rounds to wake his guests. Get up, dress warmly and make your way to the Main Lodge for a warming cup of coffee or tea to start off the day. Now the adventure begins! Find a seat on the Land Cruiser, settle in and prepare to experience the early morning stirrings of the African bushveld.
Our nature guides and trackers know the reserve like the back of their hands and will confer to read the tracks, sounds and sights of the veld to find the hidden areas where the animals congregate. Each day is different and, depending on the weather, time of year, herd behaviour and various other factors you may encounter lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, hippos, crocodiles, rhinos, a variety of plains game and more.
Along the way, we'll stop over to enjoy another cup of coffee or tea and a snack. This is a great time to take a few pictures and ask any questions you may have for your guide. Our nature guides have been hand-picked for their vast knowledge of the area and its animals and will be more than happy to clarify, inform and discuss any topic at length.
Now it's time to head back to the Main Lodge, and we continue our search for exciting wildlife sightings as we go. Once back at the lodge, guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast that includes everything from fresh, season fruits and creamy yogurts, continental or full English.
Evening Safaris begin in the late afternoon and provide guests with the opportunity to enjoy a different side of the bushveld, as day-roaming animals prepare to settle in for the night and our nocturnal friends emerge to stalk the plains. We drive into the veld as the sun begins to set, painting the sky with streaks of amber, ochre and gold, making our way into the approaching gloom of an African dusk.
We stop over to enjoy a drink as the sunset makes way for nightfall and the sky is transformed into a velvety backdrop for thousands upon thousands of stars. On the way back the guide turn on a powerful spotlight and point out night-time predators and their prey.
Back at the lodge there is an opportunity to return to your room to freshen up before dinner, which is served at the thatched dining area or beneath the stars at our open-air boma
After dinner you will be collected to begin your night game drive conducted by spotlight. Your ranger will share his expert knowledge about nocturnal wildlife, its behaviour and activities.
A completely different experience to a day time safari you will learn to appreciate a whole new world of animal species with possibilities to see the honey badger, chameleon and the elusive leopard.
The Kruger National Park is internationally recognised as a world class destination and is top of any wildlife enthusiasts list of dream destinations. It was established in 1898 to conserve the wildlife and natural environment of this unique region. The park is more than 350km long and 90km at its widest, covering more than 2 million hectares or 19 000 km².
Located in the North-eastern corner of South Africa, with Zimbabwe bordering to the north and Mozambique on the Eastern perimeter.
This spectacular ecology supports 147 species of mammals, with 507 species of birds and 33 species of amphibians, making the park a diverse and spectacular sanctuary for South African wildlife.
It is home to the BIG 5, Africa Elephant, Rhino, Cape Buffalo, Lion and Leopard. The LITTLE 5, Elephant shrew, Rhino beetle, Buffalo Weaver, ant Lion and the Leopard tortoise. And the BIRD BIG 6, Lappit faced vulture, saddle billed stalk, martial eagle, Kori bustard, south ground hornbill and the rare Pells fishing owl.
Spend the day slowly exploring this vast wilderness in open 4 x 4 safari vehicle with your expert tracker and guide spotting animals, answering any question you will have and imparting his vast knowledge on you.
Stopping off at various water holes throughout the day to spot an array or wildlife both in and around the water’s edge.
The day will be filled with fantastic photographic opportunities and will create memories that will last a lifetime.
Walking with Lions
Jessica the 10 year old female hippo has become somewhat of a worldwide phenomenon and has her own international fan club. She is a special and unique wild animal that interacts with humans in a rather different way than nature has intended.
It is believed that hippos are one of the most dangerous and fearsome animals in Africa and there are many accounts of them attacking and killing people who invade their space or disturb their routine. With Jessica this is not the case, since she has been reared from young by humans she loves interaction and displays mind boggling characteristics which make us wonder about our approach towards wild animals.
Learn her amazing story and have a chance to feed her, stroke her and if you’re brave enough even give her a kiss.
The Panorama Route with its breath-taking vistas around every mountain corner, waterfalls plunging down faces of sheer rock, memories of the gold rush following you as you meander down an endless river canyon, and eagles hovering above your head – you can't help walking with your head in the clouds.
One breath-taking view after another, where you'll experience mountains, sky, forests and the truly impressive Blyde River Canyon, one of the world's largest canyons and with its lush subtropical foliage makes it the greenest.
Scenic landmarks with evocative names like God's Window, Wonder View, the Pinnacle, Bourke's Luck Potholes and the Three Rondawels beckon.
The Bourke's Luck Potholes, these giant potholes have formed at the confluence of the Blyde and Treur rivers and mark the beginning of the Blyde River Canyon. They are without doubt incredible, essentially they're the result of decades of swirling eddies of water where the two rivers meet, the tumult of which has caused extensive water erosion over time. The result is a series of cylindrical rock sculptures that look as though they would be more comfortable on the moon. An amazing array of white, yellow and dark brown eddies of colour caused by the soil present in the water.
The Three Rondavels give a spectacular view over the Blyde River Canyon. Shaped like traditional African beehive huts, the Three Rondavels form three huge pinnacles of rock rising above the canyon below.
Once known as the Three Sisters, the geological formations known today as The Three Rondavels, are one of the many natural highlights along Mpumalanga's Panorama Route. South Africans know the rondavel as a traditional beehive-shaped hut built and used over centuries by indigenous people as their homes. The Three Rondavels are spectacular peaks which look exactly like rondavels – round and fat, rising to a peaked top, but much, much higher than any traditional dwelling. In fact, when you stand on the viewpoint, 1 380m above sea level with the Blyde River Canyon below, you'll still be looking up at those three distinctive peaks which tower 700m above the surrounding countryside.
These three geological formations were also once known as 'The Chief and his Three Wives'. The flat-topped peak was named Mapjaneng ('the chief') after a legendary Bapedi chief, Maripi Mashile, who defeated invading Swazis in a great battle near here. The three peaks are named after his three wives (from left to right) – Magabolie, Mogoladikwe and Maseroto.
How were these magnificent mountains formed? Apparently erosion wore away the soft underlying stone, leaving exposed slate and quartzite that shape these dramatic rock formations.
Be surefooted at the viewpoint, especially as there's no rail, and then just drink in the dramatic view with the canyon and the Blyde River dam way below you.
Although the visual element dominates on the Panorama Route, all your senses are enriched by the wealth of plant and animal life that the region supports. Mammals you might see along the Panorama Route include klipspringer, dassies, grey rhebuck, oribi, kudu, bushbuck, bushpig, monkeys, bushbabies, chacma baboons and black-backed jackals.
This area is also rich in birdlife including eagles that might well look you in the eye.
Blyde River Boat Trip
Enjoy the splendor of the third largest Canyon in the world. Unquestionably being the largest ‘green canyon’ due to its lush subtropical foliage. An interpretation tour by a tour guide will take you to the rare living Kadishi Tufa waterfall
Kusudalweni Residents can enjoy any of our treatments in the comfort of their own room, or on their own private deck.
Day guests, by appointment only, can enjoy their treatments in the privacy of one of our five star rooms, with private bathroom, shower and amenities of the highest standard.
We can also provide any of our treatments at our neighbouring lodges, by appointment, and subject to the respective lodge approval.
Our Management Team, Samantha B and Samantha P, will be delighted to help arrange any of our treatments, packages or extras to ensure you have time where the world revolves around you!
Kusudalweni uses only the best products that are 100% Vegan & Free of all Cruelty, be it to Animals or the precious Environment. Our clients are provided with high quality skincare products that are effective, natural and environmentally friendly.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Fast Facts
5 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 5
Special Interests: Big 5, Birding, Flora, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine