Skip to main content
Beginning of main content
CheapTickets Verified Reviews
Room type Options Nightly price Book
Presidential Double Room
1087 square feet
3 Double Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
Select dates to see price
Other room types
Luxury Double or Twin Room
603 square feet
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
Select dates to see price
Executive Double or Twin Room (4)
710 square feet
1 Double Bed 1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
Select dates to see price
Family Suite
775 square feet
1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
Select dates to see price

Get an overview of this hotel
Upscale lodge with full-service spa and outdoor pool

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
Multilingual staff

When you stay at Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge in Karongwe Private Game Reserve, you'll be on a river and steps from Karongwe Private Game Reserve. This upscale lodge is 28.7 mi (46.2 km) from Greater Kruger National Park and 31.8 mi (51.2 km) from Boabab Tree at Leydsdorp.

Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Hop aboard the shuttle (surcharge) and get to the casino or shopping center in no time.

Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Dining Room, a restaurant which specializes in African cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and a bus station shuttle.

Languages Spoken

  • English

Show all languages

Hotel Amenities

All-Inclusive Details

  • Gratuities not included
  • All meals included
  • Buffet-style meals included

Hotel Amenities

Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge features a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. The lodge offers a restaurant. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the lodge's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This family-friendly lodge also offers spa services, a library, and a terrace. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available on request), a casino shuttle, and a bus station shuttle. Onsite covered self parking is complimentary.

Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

  • Library
  • Children's games
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Water dispenser
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Covered parking
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Secured parking
  • Free self parking
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Swimming pool
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Total number of rooms - 11
  • Number of buildings/towers - 15
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Couples/private dining
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Full-service spa
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Spa services on site
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Fully fenced
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Wedding services
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Parking

Free self parking , Free RV, bus, truck parking

Room Amenities

Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Free bottled water
  • Wireless internet access
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room massage available
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free WiFi
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Number of bathrooms - 1
  • Number of beds 1
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Low-height counters/sink
  • Grab bar - near toilet
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles

Where to Eat

Dining Room - This restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.

Boma / BBQ Area - This buffet restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Deck Area - This restaurant specializes in African cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Things to Do

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Game drive on site
  • Safari on site
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Game viewing on site

Spa Services

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Number of treatment rooms 2
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facial treatments
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:30 PM

Check-in time ends at 6 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 15

Check-out

Check-out time is 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets or service animals allowed

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Front desk opens daily at 6:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at 7:00 PM

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Masks are compulsory at the property

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Reservation is not required for facilities onsite

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available to guests

Masks are available to guests

Mobile key entry is not available

Gloves are available to guests

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Staffed front desk

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

No elevators

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually-wrapped food options are available

Service animals not allowed

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

Debit cards

No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 715 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 715 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Karongwe River Hoedspruit
  • Karongwe River Lodge
  • Karongwe River Lodge Hoedspruit
  • River Lodge Karongwe
  • Karongwe River
  • Karongwe River Lodge
  • Karongwe Portfolio Karongwe River Lodge
  • Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge Lodge
  • Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge Hoedspruit
  • Karongwe Portfolio - Karongwe River Lodge Lodge Hoedspruit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Sorry, we seem to have had an issue loading our review content. Try again?