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Tutwa Desert Lodge

Property class: 4

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A stone building with a thatched roof, outdoor dining area, and a fire pit.
A rustic interior with stone walls, a thatched roof, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a bed under a canopy, a sofa, a chessboard, and a window with shutters.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a desert landscape and mountains.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sofa, and a nightstand.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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7 Kenhardt Rd, Schuitdrift, Kai !Garib, Northern Cape, 8874

Room options

View all photos for Veranda Suites

A bedroom with a bed, two wicker chairs, a wooden door, and a mosquito net.

Veranda Suites

  • Mountain view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sofa, and a nightstand.

Suite (Upstairs)

  • Mountain view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Augrabies

This 4-star lodge has 9 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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About this property

Tutwa Desert Lodge

Guests of Tutwa Desert Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Furnished balconies or patios, minibars, and coffee makers 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tutwa Restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2014
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 10 and younger (only guests older than 10 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 PM—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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 (fees apply). 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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 and debit 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Tutwa Desert Lodge?

Tutwa Desert Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

Is parking available on site at Tutwa Desert Lodge?

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

Does Tutwa Desert Lodge include a casino?

No, Tutwa Desert Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tutwa Desert Lodge?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Tutwa Desert Lodge?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including champagne service as well as a garden-view restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Tutwa Desert Lodge?

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

Does Tutwa Desert Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Tutwa Desert Lodge serves free full breakfasts at Tutwa Restaurant each morning.

Will Tutwa Desert Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tutwa Desert Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Tutwa Desert Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tutwa Desert Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Tutwa Desert Lodge comes with a furnished balcony/patio and some offer mountain views.

Tutwa Desert Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere, service, food, game drive, facilities and entire experience were simply spot-on excellent. We hope to return soon
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Latisha

Luxurious haven in the Green Kalahari

Amazing stay in this semi-desert location! Hospitality was outstanding. We went on 2 breathtaking game drives (1 drive to see the orange river and Namibian mountain range and another sunset drive). The annex room was luxurious, very peaceful. Food was delicious although I would have preferred some karoo lamb for dinner given we were in the northern cape (personal preference. Whatever we did eat was nonetheless tasty). Thanks for an amazing, memorable stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Remy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020