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Riverside Lodge

4.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with lazy river and spa services

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View
Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View | Private kitchenette
Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View | Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Explore the area

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84 Church Street, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, 6620
  • Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Arbeidsgenot
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • C.P. Nel Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Oudtshoorn (OUH)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Panoramic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Comfort Double Room | View from room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room | View from room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Oudtshoorn

Riverside Lodge puts you in the heart of Oudtshoorn, steps from Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge and within a 10-minute stroll of Arbeidsgenot. Highlights at this Colonial B&B include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the lazy river, Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Oudtshoorn B&B, you'll be 0.7 km (0.4 mi) from C.P. Nel Museum and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Cango Wildlife Ranch.
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What's nearby

  • Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge - 1 min walk
  • Arbeidsgenot - 8 min walk
  • Cango Wildlife Ranch - 3 min drive
  • Safari Ostrich Show Farm - 6 min drive
  • Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beans About Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Smitswinkel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nostalgia Restaurant, Baron Van Rheede Street - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nostalgie Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Riverside Lodge

Colonial bed & breakfast with lazy river and spa services
Riverside Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool, a lazy river, and Access to hot tub. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Riverside Lodge. An area shuttle within 10.00 km is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Oudtshoorn bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1915
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Riverside Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. This Oudtshoorn bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 100.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 100.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Riverside Lodge Oudtshoorn
Riverside Lodge Oudtshoorn
Riverside Oudtshoorn
Riverside Lodge Bed & breakfast
Riverside Lodge Bed & breakfast Oudtshoorn

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riverside Lodge?

Riverside Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Lodge?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Lodge on 2 Mar 2025 start from NZ$134.61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Riverside Lodge?

Yep, Riverside Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Riverside Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Riverside Lodge have a pool?

Riverside Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

Does Riverside Lodge have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What makes Riverside Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Riverside Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverside Lodge?

No, Riverside Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riverside Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riverside Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Riverside Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about Riverside Lodge was excellent. Elsa and Albert gave us good information about the area and we thoroughly enjoyed our three days. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Berna

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great guest house. Hosts were amazing and gave great recommendations of things to do in the area and restaurants. Lots of information provided before we arrived which was also super helpful. Rooms were really comfy and uniquely decorated. Loved the honesty bar and terrace to sit out before dinner. Breakfast was also delicious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property with a beautiful deck to relax on. Hosts were helpful and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome!
An absolute pleasure to be pampered guests at the Riverside Lodge and we will definitely return to this awesome place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful
Beautiful historic property. Loved the honesty bar and the pool area. Breakfast is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tsemach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The perfect guesthouse!
Riverside lodge in Oudtshoorn is an amazing guest house. Every last detail in the room and lodge is thoughtfully planned to the enjoyment of guests. Big and spacious rooms, Beautifully decorated, spotlessly cleaned. Breakfast was a delight. Plenty and tasty. Its definitely the best guesthouse we've ever been in. Thank you Elza and Albert for being perfect hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location by the river and short walk to restaurants. The owners were very friendly and helpful and had thought of everything- even a very well stocked honesty bar. Lovely terrace to have breakfast and small plunge pool with recliners etc to relax by. Room was also lovely and had everything needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a self- catering lodge which was equipped with all that you would need to cook for yourself. We ate out at Anny’s Bistro, which was recommended by our host, Albert. The lodge was large and came with an open fireplace as well as a lovely deck with comfortable seating. A real find and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location ,efficient operation and owner very friendly and helpful with advice ,al in all excellent ,would have liked to stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A heritage property that has been lovingly decorated to a very high standard with excellent attention to detail. There is a beautiful deck attatched to the property which provides shady outdoor seating and lounging space along with a small pool for cooling off. Breakfast was great and we particularly enjoyed all the little extras provided during our stay such as a fully stocked honesty bar, sherry in the room, fresh water and chocholates at bed time and a free car washing service!! If you are looking for a luxury guest house experience in Oudtstroon then this is your place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homely, welcoming lodge. Albert and Eliza were wonderful hosts. Thet were very helpful and charming. It was a pleasure to stay with them. There was great attention to detail and everything was done to ensure we had a wonderful time there. We only wished it could have been longer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay at this hotel. The Owners were excellent and we would definitely recommend the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will return.
We really loved our stay at this lodge from the minute we arrived to leaving. Hosts absolutely went the extra mile by having our car washed, providing us iced water and chocolates for the night. Also had free welcome drinks and snacks. Beautiful outdoor views, pool and seating area. Cottage was very well stocked with lots of attention to detail. Very comfortable beds and pillows. Good free internet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing place in gorgeous country
accomodating owners in an incredibly comfortable and unique lodge. truly exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Consummate hosts. The property and service were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place with great hosts.
Absolutely beautiful place to go. The lodge and the rooms are exceptional. The hosts, Elsa and Albert have a drinks reception at 6pm in the evening so you can meet the other guests. Got a great recommendation for a restaurant for dinner. Just disappointed I only booked for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jools, Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a wonderful overnight stay en route to Shamwari. The hosts were lovely and the plunge pool and bar most welcome. Our room was very quaint and comfortable with lots of additional touches and if we are ever in the vicinity again we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the cottage and the hospitality. The owners are so warm and make you feel at home. the vegetarian breakfast was fantastic. And we really enjoyed our own personal fireplace in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed in one of the 2 cottages. The location of the lodge is set on near a river where much birdlife is in earshot and in sight. Albert and Elza were great hosts with a thorough orientation of the lodge and surrounding areas. The cottages have a rustic decor but are immaculately kepy and are very spacious and well-equipped. The cottage can very comfortably sleep 4 to 5 people - there is a double bed in the master bedroom, a bunk bed with 2 single beds and a single chaise that could be used for small children. There is a prepared fireplace with firewood and tinder supplied. We made little use of the kitchen but includes a 2 plate stove, fridge and plenty of crockery and cutlery. The hosts held an evening reception with wine and snacks. As part of the stay, they ensured that their custodial staff cleaned our rental vehicle. Overall a very good stay with great service in a beautiful setting. Would have really liked to spend more time in the lodge and area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay
Eliza and Albert are brilliant can’t do enough for you advised us of places to visit and where to eat , had a fabulous meal at Nostalgia a restaurant less than 200 meters away excellent food and good value .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay in little Karoo
Wonderful hosts, great day trip, great room. Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Boitumelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
It was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic breakfast. Quiet location, great sleep. Helpful hosts.