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River House Bush and Safari Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront lodge in Nkomazi with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Outdoor wedding area
Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
View from property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Theme park shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $163
includes taxes & fees
$141 per night
Dec 18 - Dec 19

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 210 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 212 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (Single beds)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 301 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (Queen/bunk)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
25 & 27 Visarend Street, Fish Eagle Bend, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320

What's nearby

  • Inkwazi Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Malelane Golf Club - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Malelane Gate - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 14 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Matsamo Cultural Village - 47 min drive - 48.5 km

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 55 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tindlovu - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hamiltons Lodge & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Falcon Spur Steak Ranch - ‬3 min drive

About this property

River House Bush and Safari Lodge

When you stay at River House Bush and Safari Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kruger National Park. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
  • Express check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

  • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Theme park shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Free daily reception

What to do

  • Wildlife viewing
  • Pool table
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safari nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1997
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1300 per person (one-way)
  • Theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

River House Bush Safari Lodge Malelane
River House Bush Safari Lodge
River House Bush Safari Malelane
River House Bush Safari
River House Bush And Safari
River House Bush Safari Lodge
River House Bush and Safari Lodge Lodge
River House Bush and Safari Lodge Nkomazi
River House Bush and Safari Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is airport shuttle service offered by River House Bush and Safari Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 1300 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at River House Bush and Safari Lodge and nearby?
Onsite recreation at River House Bush and Safari Lodge includes game viewing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden. River House Bush and Safari Lodge also has access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near River House Bush and Safari Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does River House Bush and Safari Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around River House Bush and Safari Lodge like?
River House Bush and Safari Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Kruger National Park, which is 9 minutes away by car.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect and quiet
Excellent spot, peaceful and quiet. Hippos, elephants and buffalo seen from deck
pieter, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great view over Croc River, with animals to watch, great sunst. And a charming "old South Africa" feel around it.
Wolfgang, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Close to nature
Very nicr view over the Crocodile River into the Kruger park. Elegant, hippos Crocodile and manny more to see on the deck with n sundowner in you hand.
Heinrich, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The wildlife views from the large deck overlooking the river were phenomenal, the home cooked meals were really good, the staff was friendly, and our room was comfortable. It was also a great location for day drives into Kruger.
Radena, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous lodge with great staff in a wonderful location.
Julia, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent and comfortable Lodge for Kruger
River House Bush and Safari Lodge is an excellent location for visiting Kruger National Park. We have been in the lodge a few times already and we think it is the best option for visiting Kruger from Malelane. The lodge is small and comfortable, nicely furnished and very well managed. Johann and is staff are able to make our stay excellent. Last but not least, considering that the dinner and breakfast are included, this is one of the best option also from the price point of view.
Andrea, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excellent experience
The host was very friendly and made my stay so welcome. There are many collection display around the whole property, and feel the heart of how the host decorate the place to make their guests happy. Overseeing the "hippo pool", there are always hippos having fun there. The meals are lovely, home-made food. I have had a very good experience there.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Familiar and very cosy
Friendly and uncomplicated owners, beautiful surroundings, amazing decoration in the house, view deck over the river is a Highlight. Not only the owners, even the cat seems to enjoy you staying with him.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic
Best location ever right on river - elephants and hippos in throwing distance. Hosts could not have been more welcoming, kind and accommodating in this packed, interesting and eclectic lodge - we will be back! Thanks Johan and Duffy
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place
I felt like I was returning home when I got a warm 'welcome back', the second time I visited the River House. It's a lovely place with lovely hosts and a stunning view across the Crocodile River, past the hippos, into the Kruger National Park. The breakfasts are amazing and it really is a good option if you want to do day trips into Kruger as it's so close to the gates. Personally I book-ended my trip to Kruger with a bit of luxury by staying at the magic River House on the way in and the way out.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

La atención desde que llegamos fue muy buena, la comida es casera, y la propiedad y el personal, te hacen sentir en casa
neyda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Safari lodge
Fantastisk lodge med utsikt över crokodile river med flodhästar som lekte. Kändes som att bo mitt i krugerparken. Ägaren fixade en safari åt oss och vi såg alla big five.
berith, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Service exceptionnel, maison de caractère
Excellent séjour. L'endroit a du caractère, mais surtout les hôtes vous accueillent sans communes mesures. Un service rarement vu, même dans les palaces. Ambiance très "à la maison", qui n'est pas pour tout le monde, mais avec du personnel extrêmement charmant et attentionné. Bel espace surplombant la rivière ou voir les éléphants et autres animaux se rafraichir en buvant un verre.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Exzentrische Unterkunft am Fluss
Grosse Lodge direkt am Crocodile River mit toller Aussichtsterasse. Das Haus ist vollgestopft mit einem Sammelsurium von Kunst und Gegenständen vergangener Zeiten und wirkt ekzentrisch, staubig und dunkel. Das Zimmer und seine Einrichtung war originell aber nicht sehr praktisch, die Klimaanlage vermochte das Zimmer kaum runterzukühlen. Das Essen war sehr gut, die Köchin sehr nett, der Service durch die beiden Hausherren locker aber nicht sehr professionell. Vor dem Servieren des inklusiven Abendessens fragte niemand nach unsern Wünschen, als wir nach der Vorspeise doch noch sagen konnten, dass ein Hauptgericht vegetarisch sein sollten, klappte es dennoch. Die vom Hausherrn in Aussicht gestellte Hausführung fand nicht statt, und als wir bei der Abreise die Abrechnung der unserer Meinung nach sowieso ungerechtfertigten 10% Schlussgebühr bemängelten, da sie deutlich mehr als 10% betrug, wurden wir vom Herrn am Empfang angeschrien, er sei nicht für die Abrechnungen verantwortlich, das sei Sache seines Partners. Die Differenz konnte er aber nicht erklären, und nachdem er 15 Minuten geschmollt hatte, zahlten wir ihm das, was wir für korrekt hielten, und wurden aus dem von innen abgeschlossenen (!) Haus gelassen. Preis-Leistungs Verhältnis schlecht.
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6/10 Good

Preis- Leistungsvehältnis stimmt nicht.
Die Lage des Hotels ist gut, unser Zimmer war jedoch sehr dunkel und hatte nur eine minimale künstliche Beleuchtung. Das Abendessen war okay. Bei Abreise wurde auf den schon in Deutschland gezahlten Hotelpreis nochmal eine 10-prozentige Servicepauschale gefordert.
Anne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Horrível. Não reservar
Reservei a acomodação baseado nas avaliações lidas, mas tive uma incrível decepção. O local é muito abaixo do esperado e o pior lugar que fiquei nos 20 dias de África do Sul. Reservei outros lugares muito mais baratos e com muito mais qualidade. A África do Sul surpreendeu no sentido qualidade, receptividade e preços na hospedagem com exceção desse lugar. Chegamos a noite, é um lugar escuro velho e com aspecto de sujo. Muita quinquilharia velha amontoada. Não fomos recebidos de forma calorosa como em todos outros lugares na África. Fomos recebidos com piadinhas sem graça e sem nenhum zelo. O quarto que fomos encaminhados que seria para 4 pessoas estava terrivelmente quente, sendo que eu já havia avisado algumas vezes o horário que chegaríamos. O ar condicionado poderia ter sido ligado sabendo que o dia havia sido de muito calor. No quarto tudo velho de mau gosto. Roupas de cama com aspecto de sujo e 2 camas de solteiro ficavam em uma espécie de segundo andar com acesso externo e sem acesso ao banheiro. Muita sujeira e não tinha frigobar e nem TV. Com isso, Solicitamos a troca de quarto. Um pouco melhor mas o mesmo estava sujo e com mau cheiro. Ficamos 2 noites, pagamos muito caro e foi horrível. As refeições inclusas eram simples e não condiziam com o valor pago. Falta de preparo de todos para atender. Não era culpa dos funcionários, mas via-se que nunca haviam sido instruídos pelo proprietário. No Check out Uma outra surpresa. Cobraram mais do que estava acordado! Horrível
BRUNO, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lugar ESPETACULAR !!!!
A estrutura é belíssima e confortavel ...proximo ao Portão do Kruger!!! Os horários das refeições são limitadissimos!!!
FABIO RIGUETI, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

This hotel never again.
The included food was take away from nearby take away restaurant. The final bill was absolutely not conform on what we had. When asked about the details, the guy on duty said that we had to wait till 10am when the accountant would come. He was able to make a bill but did not know the details!!!!! We have been ripped off!
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

hotel limpo mais muito caro
foi boa, mas na hora de pagar foi cobrado a mais, além de cobrarem o 10% até sobre o game que já foi um absurdo de caro. cuidado na hora do pagamento e contratem o game de outros hotéis são muito mais baratos.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Perto do Kruger
O diferencial do River House é a localização. Não apenas fica próximo a entrada do Kruger Park, mas fica diante do Crocodile River. Durante nossa estadia, passamos horas observando elefantes e hipopótamos no rio. Os proprietários são bastante gentis e conversam bastante com os hóspedes.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Tolles B&B am Krüger Park
Sehr schönes im alten Stil gehaltenes Hotel, wirkt dunkel ist aber der Stil. Sehr freundliches Personal.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel in an awesome location
Excelent hotel! Its owner, Daff is a very nice guy and very kind! The only negative point is the poor wi-fi connection.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Unbezahlbarer Blick auf Nilpferde
Die Unterkunft ist schon optisch eine Reise wert. Man landet in Duffs Museum von fantastischen selbstgebauten Möbeln und allem, was man in seinem Leben so ansammeln kann. Außerdem gibt es eine Aussichtsterrasse von der man eigentlich immer Nilpferde und in unserem Fall auch einen Elefanten direkt am Zaun beobachten kann. Tatsächlich wird unangekündigt am Ende eine Servicegebühr berechnet, was irgendwie "strange" ist, aber wenn man darauf vorbereitet ist, auch nicht mehr so schockierend.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

FABULOUS!
incredibly soulful place with an extremely passionate and welcoming host. 5-star rating
Verified Expedia guest review