Riverside Guest Lodge

–Excellent location - show map
+74 photos
Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Riverside Guest Lodge offers panoramic views of Grobbelaars River and Swartberg Mountains. It offers air-conditioned rooms and wooden cottages. There is a main deck with a splash pool, a bar, and a barbecue. The rooms at Riverside are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, wooden floors and private bathroom. The wooden cottages have a separate dining room, a fireplace and a fully equipped kitchen. A freshly prepared breakfast is served daily and guests can enjoy ice cold drinks from the lodge’s well stocked honesty bar in the afternoon. WiFi is free in all areas and there is free on-site parking. Laundry or dry cleaning can be arranged and fax/photocopy facilities are available. Oudtshoorn’s centre is within walking distance. Oudtshoorn Golf Course is less than a 5-minute drive from Riverside Guest Lodge. Free private parking is possible at Riverside Guest Lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
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1 bunk bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Laurence
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is an exceptional lodge in a great location. It's tastefully decorated, has a superb outside space, and the room was quiet. The owners are very good with thoughtful details, like the trays of water outside the rooms. The breakfast is lovely...”
Des
South Africa South Africa
“Riverside Lodge is by far the best overnight BNB venue I have ever stayed at. This is a Boutique Hotel masquerading as a BNB. Albert and Elsa are the finest hosts, friendly and engaging. We highly recommend this facility to anyone interested in a...”
Pienaar
South Africa South Africa
“Lovely guesthouse with an excellent location. Albert and Elza are friendly and professional owners, and no effort has been spared to make our stay very memorable. Breakfast is amazing with great variety.”
Ann-kathrin
Germany Germany
“Warm welcome by the owners and the lodge is exactly like shown on the pictures. A lot of attention to details, cozy bar and common area. Room was equipped with heated blanket which was greatly appreciated. Very good breakfast as well and tips...”
Stuart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything about the Lodge was first class. Great atmosphere, Elsa ans Albert could not have been more helpful, the breakfasts were fantastic.”
Rebekka
Switzerland Switzerland
“Very GREAT hosts, made sure you feel comfortable. Could do an upgrade flexibel. We got the cottage.WOW, it was sooo nice. They make sure you will not get cold, bedheater, warm waterbottle and a lot of plackets. Very nice,cozy cottage. Best stay we...”
Hiten
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly welcome from Albert and Eliza. Informative and lovely place to stay. Good breakfast choice and to top it off, my dirty car had been washed before we left the next day. Thank you both”
M
Netherlands Netherlands
“The owners are very friendly and provide lots of local information and good restaurant recommendations. Everything is impeccably maintained. Pictures online are accurate.”
Ilse
South Africa South Africa
“It's a beautiful place with friendly and very helpful people. It's clean and everything has been thought of. We felt welcome from the very start. The rooms are very comfortable and has everything you need. The breakfast was great. Overall 5 star...”
Rudolf
South Africa South Africa
“Everything about the guest house exceeded our expectations.Elza and Albert are amazing hosts.The breakfast is so good and great value for money.The attention to detail is exceptional.They even washed our car. Super impressive!”

Property surroundings

House rules

Riverside Guest Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
ZAR 100 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Riverside Guest Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.