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Kiara Lodge

3.0 star property

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A wooden deck with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a hot tub overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A serene campsite with two wooden gazebos, picnic tables, and a small dock by a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A cozy living room with patterned sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a mountain view.
A house with a swimming pool, surrounded by a grassy area and a large rock formation.
A restaurant with a long wooden table, leather booths, and a brick wall with wine racks.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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Golden Gate Road, Clarens, Free State, 9707
  • Place, Clarens Brewery
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Clarens Golf Club
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Three Bedroom Chalet

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Three Bedroom Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 99 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Two Bedroom Chalet with Patio

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Two Bedroom Chalet with Patio

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment with Patio

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush landscape with trees and mountains.

One Bedroom Apartment with Patio

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

View all photos for Double Room with Patio

A bedroom with a large bed, a wall clock, an air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

Double Room with Patio

  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Studio with Patio

A bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

Family Studio with Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite with Patio

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a desk, and a mirror.

Family Suite with Patio

  • Garden view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Luxury Studio with Patio Wheelchair Friendly

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden table, and a grey curtain.

Luxury Studio with Patio Wheelchair Friendly

  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Villa with Patio

A neatly made bed with a grey blanket, white pillows, and a decorative pillow. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Superior Villa with Patio

  • Garden view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Studio with Patio

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden table, and a grey curtain.

Luxury Studio with Patio

  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Five Bedroom Historic Farmhouse with Splash pool

A stone building with a sloped roof, a porch with outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

Five Bedroom Historic Farmhouse with Splash pool

  • Mountain view
  • 299 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Four Bedroom Villa with Splash pool

A bedroom with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a nightstand, a window with a view of the countryside, and a wooden headboard.

Four Bedroom Villa with Splash pool

  • Mountain view
  • 209 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Studio with Patio Wheelchair Friendly

A bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

Family Studio with Patio Wheelchair Friendly

  • Mountain view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Two Bedroom Villa with Patio

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside table, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a framed picture, and a wooden cabinet.

Two Bedroom Villa with Patio

  • Mountain view
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment with Patio

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the wall.

One Bedroom Apartment with Patio

  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 10

View all photos for Two Bedroom Chalet with Patio

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a window with sheer curtains.

Two Bedroom Chalet with Patio

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Clarens

A family-friendly stay in Clarens awaits you at Kiara Lodge. You'll be 14.7 km (9.1 mi) from Fouriesburg Park and 15.2 km (9.4 mi) from Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church. Highlights at this lodge include 2 hot tubs, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, outdoor tennis court and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and spa services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Clarens lodge include Clarens Brewery and Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail.
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What's nearby

  • Fouriesburg Park - 16 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Clarens Brewery - 19 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Clarens Golf Club - 19 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Clarens Kloof Mountain Trail - 20 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Clarens Nature Reserve - 24 min drive - 25.4 km

About this property

Kiara Lodge

Kiara Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 hot tubs, an outdoor tennis court, and an indoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Kiara Lodge. Free self parking is available.

  • 1 floor
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Kiara Lodge offers 38 accommodations with a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa, Body Bliss. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Maluti Melt

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Spelunking

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 12 February 2026 to 18 September 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the lodge will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 1000 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
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 credit 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, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Kiara Clarens
Kiara Lodge
Kiara Lodge Clarens
Kiara Hotel Clarens
Kiara Lodge Lodge
Kiara Lodge Clarens
Kiara Lodge Lodge Clarens

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kiara Lodge?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Kiara Lodge?

As of 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kiara Lodge on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$140, 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 Kiara Lodge?

Yep, Kiara Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Kiara Lodge?

Yep, Body Bliss is available for guests.

Does Kiara Lodge have a pool?

Kiara Lodge has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Kiara Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and an arcade, it's no surprise that Kiara Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kiara Lodge?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kiara Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kiara Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kiara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 76 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ADETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised. We had an awesome weekend and everyone at the lodge were so friendly and helpfull. Already made our next booking for Kiara Lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stop over

It’s a lovely place very family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kaspar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ettiene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was hood
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Kiara Lodge

I had a great two night stay at Kiara Lodge. My apartment was well appointed, clean and well serviced. Wi-fi and amenities all worked well. Recommended place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

M

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointing

We booked at Kiara Lodge because of the facilities they offered (cause no one just stay 12km out side of the nearest town) The hot water pools (which was supposed to be open on 1 Aug) was still closed on 13 Aug. The game room was disappointing. the xbox dont have remotes and if you have kids you know an xbox without a remote is usless. The other game console is a PS2 which is very out dated. The rest of the games in the game room was either broken or missing parts. There is absolutely no signal at this lodge and the "Free wifi" they advertise is only 100MB :( They (over) charge for absolutely everything. I am surprised that we did not get a bill for the oxygen we breathed over the weekend. This place is over rated and way over priced. Honestly we could have stayed at the Protea Hotel in Clarence and paid less.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great mid-week getaway for the family

Very unique and picturesque location with a quiet, comfortable feel. Children are safe to go to the play area while the adults enjoy a cappuccino at the restaurant. Many outdoor activities kept us busy all week. The accommodation was modern and clean and offered a cosy rest at the end of a long, busy day with a beautiful roaring fire. The staff are amazing, friendly and ready to assist. I am booking my next stay there very soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of activities, great for a family/friend get together. Very scenic and picturesque.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great resort but a bit disappointed that some facilities for kids like the jumping pillow was broken and there kids activities were not taking place .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Vickash

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Big Dissapointment

We saved for an entire year to be able to go to a nice place. The checking took a long time. We finally got to our unit and settled in... the Channels on the decoder was not working. The maintenance guy was not able to fix it, The wifi stopped working was never, The games room was locked, The jacuzzi in the pool area never worked. When we asked the pool guy he was very rude and said it comes on automatically, which it never did. None of this was rectified our entire stay. We spoke with some other familys and they had been there 2 or more days before us and they cinfirmed, that it was the same way since their arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Weekend Break

Excellent Stay at Kiara Lodge, the facilities at the resort are excellent and the staff very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, modern apartment

We enjoyed our stay here, despite the terrible summer weather! It was a family trip, and the 3 bedroom apartment we stayed in was very high quality with lots of new, modern fittings. Also appreciated the DSTV channels. On site restaurant was good, and enjoyed the walks on the property and mini golf. Clarens and the Golden Gate National Park are both a very short drive away. Only thing I would criticise is service levels could sometimes be lacking. But would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Bungalows sind hervorragend ausgestattet, das Bett war bequem, die Lage ist super nur das Wifi lässt zu wünschen übrig. Kostenfreie Datennutzung ist auf täglich 100 mb begrenzt und im Bungalow war gar kein Empfang.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit we stayed in was clean, modern and well furnished with just about everything one needs. The resort caters perfectly for families!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mmanko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best accommodation ever
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Izak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy 30 anniversaty

Good and clean friendly service ,very good at restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located just outside the Golden Gate Highlands National Park, in a beautiful area. We stayed in a family chalet, that was really nicely furnished, clean and tidy. There was plenty to do for my 2-year-old niece - outdoor and indoor play areas, indoor swimming pools, and rabbits. We enjoyed nice walks in the area, BBQ facilities in or chalet and peacefulness.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christa

Great Location

Great Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Venessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Picture Perfect

Gorgeous rooms, comfortable very modern. Loved the fire place and electrical blankets. Definitely going again soon, one of our favourite places. Beautiful views. Butternut soup was Devine! Close to the beautiful little town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kiara Lodge review

Great weekend breakaway and quality time spent with family. Kiara always consistent in terms it top class facilities and service.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nabil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very pleasant stay

Very good resort, in lovely surroundings and close to attractive town of Clarins. Only complaint was that I emailed resort before arrival (having unsuccessfully tried to ring a couple of times) with a query and request and email was neither responded to or acted upon
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place we had was excellent .service was excellent too .facilities for little kids was excellent too bonus its indoor play area .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice location and units

We arrived for 2 nights, reception staff could not find our booking (they did eventually) The unit was clean nice amenities comfy bed etc our main issue was a leaking boiler necessitating a room move on day 2.No help moving all our stuff including fridge and groceries.No apology for the considerable inconvenience and no token of compensation. The wi fi was never available in the unit
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family Holiday

The Hotel was excellent and clean. Three facilities for family and children are great. The only downside was that there is no lifeguards as the pool area and no warning signs that the steps rapidly lead to a deep end. The last point was some of the reception staff are rude and some are racist, which has been a complaint from other patrons.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018