Erf 648, Kotzeshoop Rd, Vioolsdrift. 8240, Northern Cape , 8246 Vioolsdrif, South Africa
#1 of 2 hotels in Vioolsdrif
Guests' ChoiceBased on 110 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 April 2024
Travis
South AfricaAbsolutely loved the hospitality - such a great family and very welcoming. Got upgraded and the tent was excellent!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Lesseots
NamibiaAmazing place, friendly hosts. Everything made with so much love, and care. We will definitely come back again!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Marco
NetherlandsLoved it. Host and hostess very friendly. Great food. River view but unfortubately not next to the river. Tent very comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Benjamin
South AfricaWe were looking for self catering and the kitchen was fairly poorly equipped. We would suggest to either remove the self catering option or to improve on the knives, pots, cutting boards etc:)
Happy all around
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Esther
South AfricaLovely views of the river, the tents has everything you want.. air-conditioning, a good hot shower, comfortable beds and pillows, a pool that is good for young kids (shallow and deep pool sections) and adults, a bar, and hosts that have a good life story and big hearts for what they do.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Paul
United KingdomWonderful oasis along the banks of the Orange River with exquisite views. Dirk & Stephanie assisted by Fabs (& delightful 4 year old Jadyn) were engaging and entertaining hosts and we had a fabulous & very relaxing weekend
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Renee
CanadaDinner was delicious and the owners were extremely welcoming.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Ockert
South AfricaNothing comes to mind.
Friendly service and helpful even to the extend of giving sound advice for our trip to Namibia. Meals were superb! The facilities were well prepared and the neatness of the resort was evidence of the devotion of the owners.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Gavin
South AfricaI could not fault this establishment.
The location is spectacular and the hosts Steph and Dirk made us feel very welcome. Steph does all of the cooking and the food was outstanding. We enjoyed the stay so much that we booked in for another night on our return to South Africa. I would highly recommend Frontier River Resort to anybody travelling between Namibia and SA.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Willemine
South AfricaNothing, maybe a rack for suitcases.
A wonderful place to relax for 2 nights, after a hectic departure from Cape Town and before crossing the border to Namibia early the following day. Comfortable tent, lovely views over the Orange River valley and the delicious dinner, made this a place to return to! Thanks Dirk and Stephi for your amayzing hospitality.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Christilda
South AfricaNothing
The location and the relaxed atmosphere… Ons can just be…
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Lizahvj
South AfricaWe just complete a rigorous kayaking trip on the Orange River and was exhausted, dirty and had sensory overload from the amazing landscape. Stephanie and her husband regularly check in on us, and spoiled us with her amazing cooking, fresh farm bread and ice cold gin and tonics. She also gifted me a bottle of home made rosemary and mint scrub for my sore hands and it did wonders. Felt like a home away from home! Thank you so so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Sarel
South AfricaWe dont have complains
Very nice to stay on your way into Namibie at the Vioolsdrif boarder.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Eunice
South AfricaAbsolutely nothing!! It was perfection. The hosts were very attentive and also accommodating to your needs. We loved the family vibe. The food cooked by the host was really tasty and well prepared.🩷🩷
Location , location! Absolutely perfect. We loved the cleanliness,the warm welcome and the serenity of the property
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Michael
South AfricaAll good.
Staff and location. Wonderful hosts.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Carl
South AfricaSteph, Dirk and Jayden make you feel right at home. Steph's cooking is 5 star and the location high up on the hill overlooking the Orange River is magic.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Christy
South AfricaSuch friendly and accommodating hosts. A beautiful and comfortable place to stay. Delicious home cooked food.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Lindie
South AfricaAmazing location. Exceptionally clean. Very friendly owners
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Samantha
United KingdomYou can hear noise from across Namibia but that might be dependent on wind direction. I thought it would be a bit more secluded than it is
Great place for a one night stay on route to or from Namibia. Hosts are very friendly and helpful. Amazing supper produced by the host - would definitely recommend. Don't miss the turning for the road leading to them (like we did) - its right outside the SA border gate.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 September 2023
Daniel
SwedenWonferful hosts that made us feel at home fro. minute one!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Arlo
South AfricaNothing, I had a great time.
The food was great and the owners are very kind and sociable people. They were able to book a river tour for me on very short notice and gave me good advice and directions around the area to see and experience the Richtersveldt.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 24 August 2023
Christina
South Africanothing - I’d give it a 12 out of 10 if I could
loved the rustic feel - so peaceful and the accomodation was perfect - clean and comfy
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Robert
South AfricaThe tented rooms were large and had on suite brick built bathrooms - great after a long day on the road
We were given a take-away breakfast with coffee as we had an early departure - brilliant location and venue.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Mauri
BotswanaOwners were so very nice and friendly.
Stayed in August 2023
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