At Areena Riverside Resort, you'll be 6.5 km (4.1 mi) from Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club and 7.4 km (4.6 mi) from Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to segway hire/tours and zip-lining. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available at weekends. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Great Kei hotel include Emerald Vale Brewery and Cintsa Beach.
What's nearby
Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club - 8 min drive
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve - 9 min drive
Cintsa Beach - 13 min drive
Beacon Bay Crossing - 19 min drive
Nahoon Beach - 26 min drive
Getting around
East London (ELS) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Shelly's - 27 min drive
KFC - 25 min drive
Steers - 22 min drive
KFC - 23 min drive
Sama Sama - 8 min drive
About this property
Areena Riverside Resort
Upscale hotel with full-service spa and outdoor pool
Areena Riverside Resort offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.
Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Areena Riverside Resort. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Great Kei hotel.
26 guestrooms or units
Conference rooms
Deli
Poolside lounge chairs
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Games room or arcade
Pool or billiards table
Library
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Areena Riverside Resort offers 26 accommodations with a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 4-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Bathrooms include a shower. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 160 per day)
WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Weekend full breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 80 to 130 for adults and ZAR 80 to 130 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Archery
Billiards/pool table
Canoeing
Fishing
Full-service spa
Hiking/biking trails
Library
Outdoor pool
Playground
Ropes course
Segway rentals/tours
TV in common areas
Ziplining
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
In-room kitchenette
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Trampoline
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Pool loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
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 accessible (may have limitations)
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
Plasma TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Limited room service
Microwave
Refrigerator
Outdoor space
Patio
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Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: ZAR 65 per pet, per night
Maximum 1 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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.
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 80 to 130 for adults and from ZAR 80 to 130 for children
Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: ZAR 160 per day (1-device limit, rates may vary)
Pet fee: ZAR 65 per pet, per night
Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
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
Areena Riverside Resort Great Kei
Areena Riverside Great Kei
Areena Riverside Resort Hotel
Areena Riverside Resort Great Kei
Areena Riverside Resort Hotel Great Kei
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Areena Riverside Resort?
Yep, Areena Riverside Resort has a free self car park.
How much does it cost to stay at Areena Riverside Resort?
As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Areena Riverside Resort on 26 May 2024 start from AU$98.06, 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.
Are there any beaches close to Areena Riverside Resort?
The closest beach to Areena Riverside Resort is Bonza Bay Beach (13.9 km).
Is there a spa on site at Areena Riverside Resort?
Yep, there is an onsite spa at Areena Riverside Resort. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.
Does Areena Riverside Resort have a pool?
Areena Riverside Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.
What makes Areena Riverside Resort a romantic place to stay?
Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as private patios in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Areena Riverside Resort.
Does Areena Riverside Resort serve breakfast?
Yep, full breakfast is available at weekends.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Areena Riverside Resort?
No, Areena Riverside Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Areena Riverside Resort?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at Areena Riverside Resort?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Areena Riverside Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Very special place had our sister inlaw with us, who is from one of the local hotels, she was very impressed
Met Abby the graffiti what an amazing experience. Low shedding happened every couple of hours wich i thought would impact our stay, but wasn't an issue. Loved and would go back if we ever come back to East London. You wont be sorry
Was a quick night on route home to PMB, So didn’t get to do much, restaurant was good enjoy the time we did have. Would definitely consider a longer stay next time
Loved the surroundings but a bit disappointed with the en-suite accommodation not the fault of the resort I thought I booked into a hotel and not self-catering