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Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with spa services and outdoor pool

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Lobby lounge
Lounge
Lounge
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$1,512
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb

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Kenton-On-Sea, Kenton on Sea, Eastern Cape, 6191
  • Place, Kenton Marina
    â€Ș15 min drive‬
  • Place, Kariega Heights
    â€Ș15 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenton on Sea Beach
    â€Ș17 min drive‬

Room options

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Main Lodge 1 Bedroom Chalet

Main Lodge 1 Bedroom Chalet

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Hill view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Main Lodge Multi-Bedroom Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Hill view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

About the area

Kenton on Sea

A family-friendly stay in Kenton on Sea awaits you at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge. You'll be 13.7 km (8.5 mi) from Kenton Marina and 13.8 km (8.6 mi) from Kariega Centre. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The buffet restaurant, Lunch & Dinner, is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the free kids' club, gym, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. 2152 square feet (200 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and a conference centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Kenton on Sea lodge include Kariega Heights and Mosaic Studio.
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What's nearby

  • Kenton Marina - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Kariega Heights - 15 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Kariega Centre - 15 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Mosaic Studio - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Kenton on Sea Beach - 17 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘStanley's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • â€ȘHorn's Up - ‬27 min drive
  • â€ȘDorothy Long - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with spa services and outdoor pool
Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this lodge measures 2152 square feet (200 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Spa services, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kenton on Sea lodge.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 24 buildings
  • 2152 sq ft of conference space
  • 200 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1989
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This Kenton on Sea lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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The price is AU$1,978
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lunch & Dinner

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Free children's club
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference centre (2,152 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 24 buildings
  • Built in 1989
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3300.00 per person (one-way)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

As of 4 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge on 25 Feb 2026 start from AU$1,512.11, 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 Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

Yep, Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

The closest beach to Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge is Kenton on Sea Beach (13.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge have a pool?

Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge.

Is Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and babysitting services, it's no surprise that Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

A relaxing stay with wonderful wildlife

A lovely 6 day stay at Main Lodge. My chalet was wonderful with fantastic views, even from the shower! Spotlessly clean. The restaurant buffets were good, plentiful food and choices. My guide was excellent, friendly and knowledgeable and the safari drives were for around 3 hours each, twice daily, lots of wildlife to be seen.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

Life experience

One of the most incredible experiences of my life. Exceptional tour guide that found us all the animals close up.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trond

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

rh , Cape Town

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

Excellent weekend escape!

Had the best time on a weekend away with family. Our guide was fantastic - great wildlife and wonderful experience. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Beth, London

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

absolutely amazing experience

The welcome at the entrance gate, through the reception check in, the staff in the bar and the restaurant, not to mention our experienced tour guide Matt (Jacques) were all fabulous and went out of their way to make you feel welcome. The food options were plentiful and tasty and the themed accommodation was more spacious and comfortable than I had hoped. The drives through the park had us so very close to the animals and each drive outdid the previous. I had high expectations of a South African safari and Kariega over delivered! A must for anyone.. utterly amazing!

10/10 Excellent

gene, Toronto, Canada

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

Beautiful location to see wildlife in the eastern

Just returned from 2 wonderful nights at Kariega. Location, food, service and wildlife were all exemplary. A special thank you to our ranger Matt who is truly a cut above. I recommend you request him. He is outstanding!

10/10 Excellent

Noa, Israel

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

Amazing experience

Spent two nights at the main lodge. Had amazing four drives with unbelievable Rudi - our reserve guide. Rudi made the experience so much better, he had so much knowledge and info about the bush, he took care of every little detail, and was the nicest. We saw lions, elephants, rhinos, impalas, ghanoo, zebras, girraffes and many more. The reserve is so green and powerfull, you definatly can feel the wild. The schedule is comfortable, food was nice, and the chalet was huge but still cousy. Go to Kariega and ask for Rudi! One little note to Kariega staff: we almost missed the first drive on 1530. Maybe you should send an email day or two before to let the guests know that first drives is on 1530 so that guests will check in on time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Exceeded all expectations

Wish we could have stayed longer. What an awesome experience. The highlight being our exceptional guide (Bongani) whose knowledge of African wildlife was amazing.

10/10 Excellent

R, Chichester

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

Comfortable lodge chalet and stunning wildlife

The Main Lodge chalet had 2 bedrooms, (1 bathroom and 1 ensuite) with a central living room with wood burner, kitchen, and outdoor viewing patio deck. Comfortable beds and showers, all warm in showery weather and very clean. Breakfast,lunch and varied dinner buffets were scheduled around the 3 hour game drives with a ranger twice a day. There was a pool which we did not have time to see/use. Fantastic viewing of animals/birds/insects/plants with knowledgeable, friendly ranger.

8/10 Good

Mathias

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ja
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Otroligt vÀlorganiserat, god mat och otroliga safariturer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Hotel. Der Park ist ein wunderbares Erlebnis
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Durchschnittliche Gamelodge + FahrerabhÀngig

Unser Fahrer respektive Tourguide hatte keine Ahnung von Kundendienst und hatte uns leider im Stich gelassen. Wir wollten eigentlich noch eine Flusstour auf dem Kariega machen aber als ich ihn gefragt habe hatte er nicht darauf reagiert. Am Abreisetag hatt er mir dann noch gesagt, dass er die SchlĂŒssel fĂŒrs Schiff bereit hatte fĂŒr den Vortag. Aber uns richtig informiert hatte er nicht. Er fuhr sehr ruppig und kannte keine Hindernisse. Sogar einen TermitenhĂŒgel ĂŒberfuhr er einfach und den Elefanten fuhr er einfach in den Weg. Darum wĂŒrde ich diese Lodge sicher nicht weiterempfehlen oder nochmals hinfahren.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft ist einfach nur atemberaubend. Man kriegt sein eigenes riesiges Chalet mit eigenem Pool und Parkplatz davor. Super freundliches Personal. Sehr gutes Essen. Und die Safari-Touren sind unbeschreiblich toll.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Personale gentile e location stupenda. La nostra guida Trust e' stato super disponibile e ci ha spiegato tantissime cose sugli animali che abbiamo visto durante le nostre uscite.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mariano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
espectacular todo
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janaina

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

Boa experiĂȘncia de SafĂĄri (reserva privada) na GR

O hotel tem tratamento diferenciado, com acompanhamento do Ranger determinado para o seu grupo desde o inĂ­cio atĂ© o fim da estadia. Restaurante bom. O SafĂĄri tambĂ©m proporciona um Ăłtimo contato com os animais em se tratando de uma reserva privada. O chalĂ© Ă© lindo, rĂșstico e confortĂĄvel.

10/10 Excellent

Piero

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

Ganz tolle Erfahrung in einem Private Game Reserve

Es war eine interessante Erfahrung, in diesem sehr gut gefĂŒhrten Private Game Reserve auf Safari zu gehen. Das Zimmer (die Suite), das gesamte Personal mit dem Ranger, alles war toll. NatĂŒrlich hatte dieses Erlebnis auch seinen Preis. Aber wir wollten uns das einmal gönnen. Unbedingt zu empfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lena

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

Fantastisk safari och ett mycket bra boende!

Fantastisk safari och ett mycket bra boende i ett eget stort hus som var vackert belÀget och hade stor terass. Ett extra plus för en egen liten pool !

10/10 Excellent

Christer

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

BĂ€sta safarit med toppenguide

Underbar safariupplevelse med toppen guide

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Safaris sind super

Wunderschöne Bungalows mit Blick von der Terrasse in den Kariega -NP. Das GelĂ€nde ist sehr weitlĂ€ufig, wir hatten 15 Minuten Fußweg bis zur Main Lodge zum Essen. Man kann sich aber ggfs. vom persönlichen Ranger abholen lassen.

6/10 Okay

Johan, Stockholm

Bra safari

Kariega Àr ett vackert naturomrÄde. UtmÀrkt safari, vi fick se noshörningar, lejon, elefanter, giraffer, flodhÀstar, zebror mm. De hade jÀtteduktiga guider, bra service och god mat. Stugorna pÄ main lodge var enkla. Skulle behöva renoveras.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service

Kariega

Vi tillbringade tvÄ dagar pÄ Kariega med tvÄ spÀnnande safaris.