Rissington Inn
Award-winning boutique guest house in Hazyview — exceptional food and personal service
About Rissington Inn
Rissington Inn is an award-winning boutique guest house tucked into a bush setting in Hazyview, just 10 minutes from Kruger’s Phabeni Gate. Owner-managed with a strong personal touch, the inn has built a loyal following through its exceptional food, warm hospitality, and beautifully maintained gardens.
Accommodation ranges from standard rooms to spacious garden suites, all individually decorated with character and charm. Every room has an en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and a private entrance. The lush grounds include a swimming pool surrounded by indigenous trees, a reading lounge, and multiple outdoor seating areas where guests can relax between safari excursions.
Dining at Rissington is a highlight in itself. The restaurant serves creative South African cuisine using local ingredients, with a regularly changing menu that has earned recognition from food critics and travel publications. Dinner is served on a communal table in the garden (weather permitting), creating a sociable atmosphere where guests share stories from the day’s adventures.
The inn’s knowledgeable staff can arrange guided Kruger safaris, Panorama Route tours, and a range of local activities. Its combination of personal service, excellent food, and affordable rates makes it one of the best-value accommodation options in the Hazyview area.
What's Included
Rooms & Accommodation
Standard Room
En-suite with air con, private entrance
Garden Suite
Spacious suite with garden views and sitting area
Family Suite
Two-bedroom suite with lounge
Safari Experience
Wildlife Commonly Seen
Garden birdlife. All Big Five in nearby Kruger (18-minute drive to Phabeni Gate).
Best time to visit: Year-round
Amenities & Facilities
Location & Getting There
Address: Rissington Inn, R536, Hazyview, Mpumalanga, South Africa
GPS: -25.0600, 31.1200
On the R536 between Hazyview and Phabeni Gate. From Johannesburg, allow 5 hours via the N4 and R40.
Frequently Asked Questions
Outstanding — the restaurant has earned multiple awards and serves creative South African cuisine. Dinner on the communal garden table is a highlight.
Phabeni Gate is a 10-minute drive. You can be inside the park within 15 minutes of leaving the inn.