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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge in Touws River with 2 outdoor pools and spa

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Exterior
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments, facials
Lounge

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Private spa tub
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $330
includes taxes & fees
$285 per night
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2025

Room options

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Standard Cottage | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Luxury Cottage 4 Sleeper (5)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Luxury Cottage 8 Sleeper (6)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 3 Twin Beds

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Luxury Premier Cottages King (9) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Premier Cottages King (9)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Premier Cottages King and Twin (10)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 614 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Lodge Rooms (12)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Lodge Rooms (13)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
off the R46, Touws River, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center - 5 min walk
  • Bokkeriviere Nature Reserve - 18 min drive
  • Hex Valley Golf Club - 26 min drive
  • Willow Creek Olive Estate - 56 min drive
  • Montagu Hot Springs - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 123 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Poolside restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Patriot Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loganda Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Komkyk Restaurant & Take Aways - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

Bring the kids when you stay at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa in Touws River and they can enjoy the free kids' club. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 77 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*
  • Supervised childcare*
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Safari
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1998
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Private outdoor spa tub
  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Onsite venue - This buffet restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Air conditioning is available for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 13 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Aquila Private Game
Aquila Private Game Reserve Lodge Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve Touws River
Aquila Private Reserve
Aquila Private Game Reserve &
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge Touws River

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.
Does Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a private outdoor spa tub.

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Pros: We really enjoyed the game drives. The drivers were quite knowledgeable. Stargazing as well was a nice touch. Cons: Outdoor shower was not practicable as it was quite cold in the evening.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome safari experience, conveniently located near Cape Town. Very well managed operation.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Aquila Game reserve Oct 2 night stay
We had a medical issue - nothing to do with the hotel and their support and assistance was excellent. We also had to lose part of our stay but they were very accommodating and Mckenzie the Manager was a gem!
ERIC, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Akshay, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Romantic getaway
We went for our anniversary and we absolutely enjoyed our stay at Aquila the staff is friendly and the food was lovely the animals are beautiful and the view from our room was spectacular we will definitely recommend this place for a romantic getaway
Faheemah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Food is incredible, star gazing is fantastic, and the animals are amazing. We saw four of the BIg 5 many others. The white rhinos are so cute!!!
barry, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Maemu, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

What a disappointment
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Justin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Basic safari experience
Basic safari hotel. Institutional catering. Unfortunately, the Safari vehicles were worn out and very uncomfortable. They had not replaced the shock absorber which made the drive very uncomfortable. Convenient to Cape Town, but clearly not the right bush for giraffes which had their heads permanently bowed due to lack of any trees.
Nigel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best experiences of my life. The property is beautiful with amazing views. The booking includes the lunch, dinner, Breakfast and 2 game drives. Be sure to get to the property by noon and enjoy the views and Spa treatments (affordable and very relaxing) the sunset game drive was beautiful and we saw Giraffe, lions, elephants, hippos and zebras. The staff is helpful and do their best to make our experience very entertaining and exciting. Loved our stay!
Jaswinder Sonia, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

There was absolutely nothing we liked about this property. It has no African feel, it felt like we were at an attraction park. They literally have 3 giraffes, 4 elephants, 4 lions, some zebra’s, ostriches, elands and springboks. If you looking for the African feel and a decent Safari this is not it. We had 2 have drives included in our package, we did not even bother with the morning drive.
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The location was superb. However, our room was at the back of the property with no view of the amazing park. The spa treatments were excellent. The safari rides were extreemly bumpy and the animals all seemed to be found in the same areas and appeared to be being fed just before each drive. Our shower and drains were disgusting ...lots of black mould. I found the buffet options limiting and had quite an upset tummy.
Christine, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was a magical way to bond with nature. Quad and horse back riding through the reserve was beautiful and a special treat that will always be remembered...It was the perfect ending to our cruise in the indian ocean. Two thumbs up!!
Rita, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

slippery floors
The floors in the spa near the swimming pools were ridiculously slippery and liable to cause injury Same goes for floor in room shower
L N, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Gillian, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Enjoyed our time - but food disappointing
Lovely setting and easy access from Cape Town. We very much enjoyed being able to swap out two safaris to go out on horse back and the ATVs. On one day there was a lot of day visitors around the pool but we just retreated to the private pool by the spa. Overall we had a good stay but the one real let down was the food! Every meal was bland and just not good, and one guest got sick from one meal. It is a real shame as the whole set up is very nice so we were quite shocked about the poor quality of the food.
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property had opportunity to see some of the animals.
Roger, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic from beginning to end
Well organised from the beginning when we were relieved of our bags as soon as we got out of the shuttle and offered complimentary wine. We were given a daily activity programme which included 2 game drives a day, breakfast, lunch and dinner. The drives were excellent as we managed to get up close to lions, giraffes, zebras and rhinos. Our guide was very knowledgeable. Rooms are small but well furnished.
carol, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience
Amazing experience. Wonderful to be so close to the animals. Electric fencing behind our Karoo Cottage should have warning signs not to touch.
Nadeem, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nothing more
FAHAD, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay at the Aquila Game Reserve, loved the people there, the facility, the food, the rooms, everything.
David, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Diane, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Way too expensive for little value..
For this high price per night, I would expect at least a decent room,amenities, and food.. room was decent, but most furniture was outdated.. doors were a nightmare, bathroom sliding door wouldn’t budge.. and the buffet was just terrible! For the amount paid this is a unbelievable honestly, rice for both lunch and dinner.. a sad salad consisting of lettuce, cucumbers and tomatoes.. lets not forget the olives too.. If I knew this I would not stay overnight.
Ahmad, 1-night family trip
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