Samara Karoo Reserve

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Luxury Tent | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Manor House King Suite | View from room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Petersburg Road, Off the R63 to Pearston, Blue Crane Route, Eastern Cape, 6280
  • Place, Samara Private Game Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Camdeboo Game Reserve
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Asanta Sana Game Reserve
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Karoo Superior Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Karoo Family Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Manor House King Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Tent

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Blue Crane Route

Samara Karoo Reserve places you adjacent to Samara Private Game Reserve. This 5-star lodge has 13 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Samara Private Game Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mount Camdeboo Game Reserve - 19 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Asanta Sana Game Reserve - 37 min drive - 9.4 miles

About this property

Samara Karoo Reserve

All-inclusive lodge with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests staying at Samara Karoo Reserve enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 3900 per person roundtrip. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this all-inclusive lodge include a free kid's club, coffee/tea in a common area, and a library.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Furnished patios, minibars, and electric kettles are other standard amenities.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Spelunking
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3900 per person (roundtrip)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Karoo Lodge Samara
Karoo Lodge Samara Graaff-Reinet
Karoo Samara Graaff-Reinet
Samara Private Game Reserve Lodge Blue Crane Route
Samara Private Game Reserve Blue Crane Route
Samara Private Game Reserve B
Samara Karoo Reserve
Samara Karoo Reserve Lodge
Samara Private Game Reserve
Samara Karoo Reserve Blue Crane Route
Samara Karoo Reserve Lodge Blue Crane Route

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Samara Karoo Reserve?

Samara Karoo Reserve provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Samara Karoo Reserve?

This lodge is located in Blue Crane Route, just steps from Samara Private Game Reserve. Mount Camdeboo Game Reserve is also within a driving distance of 2.2 mi.

Is parking available on site at Samara Karoo Reserve?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is there a spa at Samara Karoo Reserve?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and couples treatments.

Does Samara Karoo Reserve include a casino?

No, Samara Karoo Reserve doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Samara Karoo Reserve?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Samara Karoo Reserve good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Does Samara Karoo Reserve have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Samara Karoo Reserve feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Samara Karoo Reserve serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Samara Karoo Reserve allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Samara Karoo Reserve.

Does Samara Karoo Reserve have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Samara Karoo Reserve?

Yes, every guestroom at Samara Karoo Reserve comes with a furnished patio with some featuring garden or mountain views.

Does Samara Karoo Reserve have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Samara Karoo Reserve.