Off the R336 Dunbrody, 6120 Kirkwood, South Africa
#1 of 6 hotels in Kirkwood
Guests' ChoiceBased on 174 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
10.0
Each review score is between 1-10. To get the overall score that you see, we add up all the review scores we’ve received and divide that total by the number of review scores we’ve received. We are currently testing a weighted review system in Malta and Iceland (excluding hotel and vacation rental chains). For properties in these countries, the more recent the review, the bigger the impact on the total review score calculation. In addition, guests can give separate ‘subscores’ in crucial areas, such as location, cleanliness, staff, comfort, facilities, value for money and free Wi-Fi. Note that guests submit their subscores and their overall scores independently, so there’s no direct link between them.
You can review an Accommodation that you booked through our Platform if you stayed there or if you arrived at the property but didn’t actually stay there. To edit a review you’ve already submitted, please contact our Customer Service team.
We have people and automated systems that specialise in detecting fake reviews submitted to our Platform. If we find any, we delete them and, if necessary, take action against whoever is responsible.
Anyone else who spots something suspicious can always report it to our Customer Service team, so our Fraud team can investigate.
Ideally, we would publish every review we receive, whether positive or negative. However, we won’t display any review that includes or refers to (among other things):
To make sure reviews are relevant, we may only accept reviews that are submitted within 3 months of checking out, and we may stop showing reviews once they’re 36 months old – or if the Accommodation has a change of ownership.
An Accommodation may choose to reply to a review.
When you see multiple reviews, the most recent ones will be at the top, subject to a few other factors (what language a review is in, whether it’s just a rating or contains comments as well, etc.). If you like, you can sort and/or filter them (by time of year, review score, etc.).
We sometimes show external review scores from other well-known travel websites. We make it clear when we’ve done this.
These guidelines and standards aim to keep the content on Booking.com relevant and family-friendly without limiting expression of strong opinions. They are also applicable regardless of the sentiment of the comment.
Contributions should be travel related. The most helpful contributions are detailed and help others make better decisions. Please don’t include personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. Promotional content will be removed and issues concerning Booking.com’s services should be routed to our Customer Service or Accommodation Service teams.
Contributions should be appropriate for a global audience. Please avoid using profanity or attempts to approximate profanity with creative spelling, in any language. Comments and media that include 'hate speech', discriminatory remarks, threats, sexually explicit remarks, violence, and the promotion of illegal activity are not permitted.
All content should be genuine and unique to the guest. Reviews are most valuable when they are original and unbiased. Your contribution should be yours. Booking.com property partners should not post on behalf of guests or offer incentives in exchange for reviews. Attempts to bring down the rating of a competitor by submitting a negative review will not be tolerated.
Respect the privacy of others. Booking.com will make an effort to obscure email addresses, telephone numbers, website addresses, social media accounts, and similar details.
The opinions expressed in contributions are those of Booking.com customers and properties and not of Booking.com. Booking.com does not accept responsibility or liability for any reviews or responses. Booking.com is a distributor (without any obligation to verify) and not a publisher of these comments and responses.
By default, reviews are sorted based on the date of the review and on additional criteria to display the most relevant reviews, including but not limited to: your language, reviews with text, and non-anonymous reviews. Additional sorting options may be available (by type of traveller, by score, etc.).
This service may contain translations powered by Google. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.
End of dialog contentReviewed: 19 April 2024
Hendrik
South AfricaBeautiful, breathtaking scenery, very spacious, comfortable and clean. Lovely host.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Rachel
CanadaThis is an incredible treasure! Sophia and Luc are warm, generous people. not only did Sophia provide a wonderful welcome, on my way out they both came and rescued me from a flat tire and changed it for me!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Elize
South AfricaI just think the kitchen need a few extras, but otherwise everything was up to standard.
We did self catering and did not had breakfast. The river view and quietness were food for the soul. Very good value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Florian
GermanyToo little time to spend here
Just look at the pictures! It’s every bit as amazing as it looks
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Manuel
ItalyVery kind host. Super quiet and beautiful area at the lake
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Runnalls
South AfricaPeaceful, tranquil and private, a real hidden gem. Cottages right on the river with an abundance of bird life, a nature lovers dream with all the comfort and luxuries to go along with it. The sunsets over the river from the cottage patio are spectacular in the evening and we enjoyed the scenic drive through the citrus farms, paddles on their canoe and beautiful scenic swimming pool.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Robert
GermanyThe kitchenette and equipment is a bit limited for self-catering guests.
The lodge is a little out of the way, but in a very idyllic location. The facilities are very good. We had our own jacuzzi with a view of the river.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Rocky
South AfricaNothing.
Sophia and her team were amazing. A beautiful, peaceful location that was immaculately maintained. We will definitely be revisiting. Many thanks.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Pieter
South AfricaTrees outside, where you park your car, dripped something on the vehicle (no damage though). Maybe owners should just warn guests about that.
Staff greeted you with a smile and you could see they really want to make you feel welcomed. The chalet/facilities was exactly as the pictures showed (no negative surprises) - one definitely feels like you're in nature next to the river.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Cassandra
South AfricaBeautiful serene location! Can't not relax! So green and lush. Can't wait to go back for a longer stay to do the hike on the property and just enjoy nature and relax.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Kerry
United KingdomWe loved everything
We loved everything, the absolute highlight for us had to be the 2 Ridgebacks :). The location is gorgeous, the cottages amazing with everything you could possible need, it was absolutely spotless and private. Sophia is delightful and so helpful, she organised all the safari trips into Addo for us and the trip we took with the Ndlovu included a delicious lunch. The Schotia trip was also brilliant and included a delicious dinner and typical South African hospitality. We had an an amazing experience overall and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Lize
South AfricaThe thorns on the pathway and grass was a bit of a challenge with a crawling baby
The view, the vibe, the pool
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Maryke
South AfricaWe loved everything!
Peaceful tranquility
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Andrew
United KingdomEverything was perfect
Beautiful lodge in a perfect setting with amazing facilities including terrace, private garden, brai, hot tub and jetty on the river with our own kayak. There is also a nice communal pool in the grounds. The safari they run is excellent
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Beba
GermanyI can't think of any negatives.
Sophia and her husband have an amazing place. They were so accommodating and helpful. The cottage was perfect, the bed was comfortable, and the kitchenette had everything we needed. We loved the view, sitting on the terrace, and best steak ever on the outdoor barbecue. We took the Ndlovu game drive to Addo and Schotia. Our guide Francois was very friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the day. The drive to the lodge is not paved, but was easily manageable with a small car
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
J
NetherlandsNearest supermarket 20 minutes away
Beautifully located on a citrus farm on a river. Very big room with all the amenities. Big garden well kept. Kano’s available to make boattrips on the river. Good aircon and bathroom working well. Not too far from Addo so a good place to visit that from. Meals available that you must heat up yourself. Picknick style breakfast service. Great and helpful hosts; very friendly
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Adrien
MauritiusSophia and Luc were incredible hosts. They’ve done a fantastic job with the family lodge we stayed at. Simple, modern decor with a gorgeous garden and easy access to the river. Couldn’t recommend more.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Iris
NetherlandsMost beautiful spot we have stayed while travelling the garden route. Would highly recommend!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Tanjabouman1988
NetherlandsI really liked the bushy area that is great for kids to explore. The room was perfect as well as the bed, super comfortable. You can bring your braai stuff and make nice braai. All equipment is there and perfect.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Amanda
South AfricaThe location is picturesque along the river. The amenities and facilities are perfect for a quite and peaceful break. We really enjoyed the canoes and spa jacuzzi the outdoor shower was a refreshing option in the heat. We loved the quite and pure relaxation, a lovely break away from the children. We stayed in unit 5 and couldn’t have a better stay anywhere else.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Monique
South AfricaEverything was perfect, loved the privacy and the serenity of the river cottage. Not a far drive from the Addo gate. Great place to unwind and relax in nature. We will definitely return again. Sophia and Luc were also very helpful and always available. Wonderful hosts.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Kerry-minette
South AfricaNothing.
Privacy: each cottage has its own river access-point and private braai/fire pit. Cleanliness: great linen, well appointed rooms (with solar power).
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Lee
South AfricaLovely tent with built on suite bathroom. Perfect ammenities. Nice undercover outdoor kitchen. Nespresso and airfryer inside also nice touch. Good wifi. Overhanging the river. Exceptionally comfortable bed with superb linen etc.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Kelly
South AfricaStunning hidden gem, very well maintained and beautiful gardens
Stayed in December 2023
Booking.com is part of Booking Holdings Inc., the world leader in online travel and related services.
We have more than 70 million property reviews, and they're all from real, verified guests.
1
The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. That's how we know our reviews come from real guests who have stayed at the property.
2
When guests stay at the property they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff are and more.
3
After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site.
If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first.
End of dialog content