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Reviews of River House Lodge 4 stars

27 Visarend Street, 1320 Malelane, South Africa

#8 of 13 B&Bs and Inns in Malelane

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 513 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.0

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  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    8.0
    Very Unique and Personal experience with a Deck.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bed was not too great, but it was a bed and the sheets were clean.

    Loved the personal interaction and the hospitality. The deck on the river is awesome, with a really great view. It was a very personal experience and loved how unique the decor is.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    viewing deck friendly staff

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fact that there is no TV in the room, Microwave and no guest WiFi.

    We enjoyed ourselves there. The food was also good.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2022

    9.0
    amazing stay in Malalane
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    bit outdated rooms/bathrooms

    amazing views over the river, friendly staff, food was lovely

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Forced tip of 10% of the whole bill. We did not know that in advance so it was kind of surprising.

    Location + Service

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2022

    8.0
    Great value in a unique setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit dated decor and carpets with too many kick knacks cluttering the place.

    Unique place. Old style hospitality in a funky classical and traditional environment set on the Crocodile River with animals from the Kruger National Park frequenting.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2022

    9.0
    A great overnight stay on our way into the Kruger.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    The location was great and it had a lovely viewing deck looking out onto the Crocodile River.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2022

    7.0
    Friendly accommodating staff, at this comfortable lodge overlooking the Kruger park.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    While the breakfast was ok I do think they should re-visit their policy of "set menu" for breakfast. All I wanted was some bacon with my eggs but unfortunately that was NOT an option. I could only have a sausage that day. The previous day's set menu however did have bacon. Clearly I was there on the wrong day

    The deck overlooking the River and Kruger Park was absolutely awesome 10/10. We saw Elephant, Buffalo, Lion and hippo, all without even leaving the lodge, over a 1 - 2 Hour period. Great game viewing experience. Friendly and accommodating staff

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food was ok-ish, swimmingpool was dirty

    Friendly staff, nice rooms, nice view on Krugerpark.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our backs were put up a bit when we were greeted by a man with a gun down the back of his trousers, which shocked us alot, he turned out to be lovely, but first impressions shocked us. The decor is quirky, not to our taste, but thats no ones fault. Rooms seem quite dated compared to the photos, with broken mosquito nets, and in our room there was a broken smoke alarm in the wardrobe. We also found the beds quite uncomfortable, again, this is a personal opinion. There is a designated smoking area, inside the main lobby, which for us was quite unpleasent as you have to walk past or through it to get anywhere.

    Breakfast and dinner were lovely, the views from the viewing deck are amazing and all the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Quirky hotel. Nice swimming pool which was very refreshing after a 43 degree day at the kruger. Also they supply nice pool towels.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could do better with making sure the rooms are cleaner. Also back up power during loadshedding would make a world of difference.

    I loved the hosts and staff. Really warm and welcoming. The property is gorgeous and excellently located.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2022

    9.0
    very wuaint and quirky, great for getting in and out of Kruger from.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although the power shedding( power cuts) weren’t their fault we felt, in the absence of a generator, a rechargeable torch should have been supplied for each room, in the interest of health and safety. The manager suggested we took a kerosene lamp from reception and left it on all night in the bathroom so we didn’t have to stumble about in the dark. we didn’t think this was very safe and we didn’t want a light on all night so we went out and bought a torch.

    Very good location, very quaint and quirky, nice views, comfortable, good dinner, friendly staff.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Interesting building with the most wonderful view over the Crocodile River. The view from the deck was definitely something to return to!

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was tasty. However they could use better meat options.

    The view was great. The management and staff were very attentive and friendly.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2022

    8.0
    peaceful and tranquil
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    nice rivervview

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast is served in a dark dining room - no option to use the beautiful viewing deck. Food is very basic..

    Location on the river with lovely views.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Johan and Johan are very welcoming and friendly. There property is in a beautiful location and the deck has a stunning view over the river. The dinner and breakfast was good. The location is super close to the KNP.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food doesn't have much vari3

    River view very nice and relaxing

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2022

    9.0
    Convenient location for access to Kruger Park, and views of the Park from the rooms and outside deck
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was good - thank you! Views are exceptional, as were our hosts - thank you!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff were very friendly, stunning view of the river from the deck and dinner was excellent

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2022

    9.0
    A place that truly represents South Africa accommodations at their best
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking is a bit tight

    Very fun hotel with a lot of history. Location on the Crocodile river made for wonderful sunsets and animal viewing. This is a great place to start your trip into Kruger National Park.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The collection of old staff

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed could be slighly better.

    The view. The staff. Location. Excellent food.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything. View .food. hospitality.it is great.

    Stayed in June 2022

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