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Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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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

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Main Lodge 1 Bedroom Chalet | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Main Lodge 1 Bedroom Chalet

  • Hill view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 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)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Kenton on Sea

Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge places you within a 15-minute drive of Kariega Heights and Kariega Centre. This 4-star lodge has 24 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kenton Marina - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Kariega Heights - 15 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Kariega Centre - 15 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Mosaic Studio - 17 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Kenton on Sea Beach - 17 min drive - 11.9 miles

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

Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 3300.00 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can answer questions about the accommodations, services, and more. Other amenities at this spa lodge include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a free kid's club.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, electric kettles, and safes are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite 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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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 transportation

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

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 center (2,152 square feet 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 elevator

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 3300.00 per person (one-way)

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, 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, 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—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 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 during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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. Cash is not accepted. 

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.

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

Kariega Game Reserve Main Kenton On Sea
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Kariega Game Reserve Hotel Kenton-On-Sea
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

Is there parking available at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

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

Spa services at the lodge include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and couples treatments.

Does Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge feature a casino?

No, Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

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

Is Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms feature private pools and fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

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

Does Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge serves free full breakfasts at Lunch & Dinner each morning.

Will Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge.

Does Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge comes with a balcony with some featuring hill views.

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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gresat location and facilities and very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic experience! Our family of four had an amazing time. Everyone really friendly, good food, lodges had all we needed, a (small) shared pool and table tennis for down time. But mainly, hours and hours of game drives with a brilliant guide (AK). A strong recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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 traveler

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

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.