River House Lodge | House in Malelane, South Africa

| 8.9 (689 Reviews) |   15 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Malelane House | River House Lodge

15 Bedroom House with Security, Spa and Entertainment

Bordering Kruger National Park, this award-winning country-style lodge is located in the small town of Malelane and is a great base from which to discover the Bushveld. Wake up to the sounds of native birds. At River House Lodge you can watch hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat while relaxing in the pool or sunbathing on the large thatched deck. Alternatively, you can marvel at views of the river and national park from the comfort of your private balcony. Spend the day enjoying drives through Kruger National Park or visiting Swaziland. The attentive staff is happy to arrange various fun and adventurous activities for you. For special occasions, the original pump house has been converted into a stunning wedding or party location. River House Lodge is a gay-friendly property. It has an outdoor swimming pool and provides free on-site private parking.

River House Lodge is located in Malelane.

This 15 Bedrooms House is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Guest Services, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 689 reviews with the average score of 8.9 . Coming to Malelane and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this House for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 15 Bedrooms House if you want to learn more about this Casai place in Malelane. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This River House Lodge in Malelane is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “River House Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this House, please let us know.

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27 Visarend Street, Malelane, 1320, South Africa

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
PoolPool
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
ViewView
Ocean ViewOcean View
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
OceanfrontOceanfront
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
SpaSpa
Fireplace/HeatingFireplace/Heating
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
ToiletriesToiletries
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • BarBar
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • FruitFruit
  • Coffee house on siteCoffee house on site
ParkingParking
  • Private ParkingPrivate Parking
  • ParkingParking
  • Free parkingFree parking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
ActivitiesActivities
  • Back massageBack massage
  • Spa facilitiesSpa facilities
  • Foot massageFoot massage
  • Head massageHead massage
  • Body scrubBody scrub
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Pool tablePool table
  • Beauty servicesBeauty services
  • Facial treatmentsFacial treatments
  • Body treatmentsBody treatments
  • Hand massageHand massage
  • MassageMassage
  • Neck massageNeck massage
  • Full-body massageFull-body massage
  • Game drivesGame drives
GeneralGeneral
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • SafeSafe
  • Chapel/ShrineChapel/Shrine
  • HeatingHeating
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Packed lunchesPacked lunches
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaningDry cleaning
  • Fax/PhotocopyingFax/Photocopying
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Tour deskTour desk
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
  • WifiWifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • TerraceTerrace
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
  • Sun deckSun deck
  • GardenGarden
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Breakfast to-go containersBreakfast to-go containers
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodationFood can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
SpaSpa
  • Shallow endShallow end
  • Beach umbrellasBeach umbrellas
  • Swimming poolSwimming pool
  • Beach chairs/LoungersBeach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool with viewPool with view
  • Fenced poolFenced pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note that there are neither telephones nor tvs in the rooms.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.37
Location:
9.46
Staff:
9.09
Facilities:
8.05
Comfort:
8.03
Cleanliness:
8.14
Liliana
Apr 19, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Mozambique
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The view The facilities The staff The sound of nature The way it helps to do a reset of the mind and body
Negative: Food options for main meals. The guest should be able to gave at least a second option. But the food was delicious.
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 21 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Fan, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Heating, Key access

Outdoors

Patio, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Mountain view, Garden view, River view, View, Pool view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 25 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Fan, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Heating, Key access

Outdoors

Patio, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Mountain view, Garden view, River view, View, Pool view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool towels, Pool with a view

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Family Room with Balcony
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Balcony

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Fan, Key access, Private entrance, Trash cans, Interconnecting room(s) available, Heating, Carpeted

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Patio, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Garden view, Mountain view, View, River view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 32 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Fruit, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shampoo, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bidet, Bathrobe

General

Air conditioning, Fan, Trash cans, Heating, Key access

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Patio, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

View

Garden view, Mountain view, View, River view

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Adapter

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Exclusive services

Access to private pool
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

General

Air conditioning, Fan

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Bidet, Bathtub or shower

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk
Deluxe Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

General

Air conditioning, Fan

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Bidet, Bathtub or shower

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk
Standard Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 30 m2

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Bidet, Shower

General

Air conditioning, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

FAQ's

Is this River House Lodge pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at River House Lodge?

Check-in time for River House Lodge starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the River House Lodge have a swimming pool?

Yes, this River House Lodge has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in River House Lodge?

Best-rates for the River House Lodge starts from $99 per night with includes Air Conditioner, View, Oceanfront, Security/Safety, Spa, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Parking, Pool, Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Toiletries, Guest Services, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Breakfast, Laundry, TV, Business Services, Wellness Facilities, Bar, Internet with all other facilities. Casai.co.za matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is River House Lodge a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the River House Lodge wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the River House Lodge has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the River House Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the River House Lodge indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for River House Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the River House Lodge are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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