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Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and spa services

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Lounge
Front of property – evening/night
Dining
Great Fish River Lodge Suite | Bathroom
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • All-inclusive
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Heatherton Towers, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6140
  • Place, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
  • Place, Rhodes University
    ‪59 min drive‬

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Great Fish River Lodge Suite

Great Fish River Lodge Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Fridge
Free minibar items
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Makhanda

An all-inclusive stay in Makhanda awaits you at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge. You'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Kwandwe Private Game Reserve and 32.1 km (19.9 mi) from Amazwi South African Museum of Literature. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages and detox wraps along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. Enjoy access to a safari, a wildlife and game drive and game viewing. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and free supervised childcare. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Makhanda lodge, you'll be 32.2 km (20 mi) from Diocesan School for Girls and 37.9 km (23.6 mi) from Egazini Park.
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What's nearby

  • Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Andrew's College - 58 min drive - 47.6 km
  • Rhodes University - 59 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 61 min drive - 49.2 km
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 61 min drive - 49.2 km

About this property

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and spa services
Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Makhanda lodge.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2001
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge offers 17 accommodations with free minibar items and a safe. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Makhanda lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

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:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 350 per person, per night.

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, 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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Grahamstown
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Hotel
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Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Lodge Grahamstown
Kwandwe Great Fish River
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Lodge
Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Makhanda
Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Lodge Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Yep, Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge have a pool?

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge has an outdoor pool.

What makes Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

No, Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.