See all properties

River House Bush and Safari Lodge

4.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for River House Bush and Safari Lodge

A pool with a thatched-roof structure, a river, and a grassy landscape.
A wooden deck with wicker furniture overlooking a river.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with glasses and bottles.
A river view from a balcony with a thatched-roof structure and lush greenery.
A building labeled 'River House' with a wooden deck, a stone wall, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

View in a map
25 & 27 Visarend Street, Fish Eagle Bend, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320
  • Place, Inkwazi Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Malelane Gate
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Crocodile Bridge Gate
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room

  • River view
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, and a ceiling fan.

Twin Room

  • River view
  • 212 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room (Single beds)

Family Room (Single beds) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (Single beds)

  • River view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room (Queen/bunk)

Family Room (Queen/bunk) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room (Queen/bunk)

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Malalane

Located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Inkwazi Shopping Centre, River House Bush and Safari Lodge is within a 10-minute drive of Kruger National Park. This 12-room, 4-star lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and an outdoor pool.
View more Lodges in MalalaneOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Inkwazi Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Malelane Gate - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 17 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Lebombo Border Control - 44 min drive - 41.0 miles
  • Crocodile Bridge Gate - 55 min drive - 47.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frango & Prego - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪tindlovu - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬3 min drive

About this property

River House Bush and Safari Lodge

An outdoor pool, a meeting room, and express check-in are featured at River House Bush and Safari Lodge. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 1300 per person one-way, as well as a theme park shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this golf lodge include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.
Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Furnished balconies or patios, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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

Similar properties

Front of property - evening/night
Kruger Riverside Lodge
Nkomazi
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 32 reviews
Kruger Riverside Lodge

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 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 or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

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 1300 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to made in advance for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

River House Bush Safari Lodge Malelane
River House Bush Safari Lodge
River House Bush Safari Malelane
River House Bush Safari
River House Bush And Safari
River House Bush Safari Lodge
River House Bush and Safari Lodge Lodge
River House Bush and Safari Lodge Nkomazi
River House Bush and Safari Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

This lodge is located in Nkomazi, close to Malelane Gate, Leopard Creek Country Club, and Inkwazi Shopping Centre.

How much does it cost to stay at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River House Bush and Safari Lodge on Jun 15, 2026 start from $221, 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 there parking available at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

No, there isn't parking available at the lodge.

Does River House Bush and Safari Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, River House Bush and Safari Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

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

Is River House Bush and Safari Lodge good for couples?

This riverfront lodge offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does River House Bush and Safari Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, River House Bush and Safari Lodge serves free breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will River House Bush and Safari Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at River House Bush and Safari Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

The closest major airport to River House Bush and Safari Lodge is Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.), which is about 26 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at River House Bush and Safari Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at River House Bush and Safari Lodge comes with a furnished balcony/patio and some offer river and garden views.

Does River House Bush and Safari Lodge have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at River House Bush and Safari Lodge.

River House Bush and Safari Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

pieter

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

Perfect and quiet

Excellent spot, peaceful and quiet. Hippos, elephants and buffalo seen from deck
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view over Croc River, with animals to watch, great sunst. And a charming "old South Africa" feel around it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

neyda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atención desde que llegamos fue muy buena, la comida es casera, y la propiedad y el personal, te hacen sentir en casa
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Heinrich

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

Close to nature

Very nicr view over the Crocodile River into the Kruger park. Elegant, hippos Crocodile and manny more to see on the deck with n sundowner in you hand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Radena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wildlife views from the large deck overlooking the river were phenomenal, the home cooked meals were really good, the staff was friendly, and our room was comfortable. It was also a great location for day drives into Kruger.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

berith

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

Safari lodge

Fantastisk lodge med utsikt över crokodile river med flodhästar som lekte. Kändes som att bo mitt i krugerparken. Ägaren fixade en safari åt oss och vi såg alla big five.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous lodge with great staff in a wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Excellent and comfortable Lodge for Kruger

River House Bush and Safari Lodge is an excellent location for visiting Kruger National Park. We have been in the lodge a few times already and we think it is the best option for visiting Kruger from Malelane. The lodge is small and comfortable, nicely furnished and very well managed. Johann and is staff are able to make our stay excellent. Last but not least, considering that the dinner and breakfast are included, this is one of the best option also from the price point of view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Service exceptionnel, maison de caractère

Excellent séjour. L'endroit a du caractère, mais surtout les hôtes vous accueillent sans communes mesures. Un service rarement vu, même dans les palaces. Ambiance très "à la maison", qui n'est pas pour tout le monde, mais avec du personnel extrêmement charmant et attentionné. Bel espace surplombant la rivière ou voir les éléphants et autres animaux se rafraichir en buvant un verre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Exzentrische Unterkunft am Fluss

Grosse Lodge direkt am Crocodile River mit toller Aussichtsterasse. Das Haus ist vollgestopft mit einem Sammelsurium von Kunst und Gegenständen vergangener Zeiten und wirkt ekzentrisch, staubig und dunkel. Das Zimmer und seine Einrichtung war originell aber nicht sehr praktisch, die Klimaanlage vermochte das Zimmer kaum runterzukühlen. Das Essen war sehr gut, die Köchin sehr nett, der Service durch die beiden Hausherren locker aber nicht sehr professionell. Vor dem Servieren des inklusiven Abendessens fragte niemand nach unsern Wünschen, als wir nach der Vorspeise doch noch sagen konnten, dass ein Hauptgericht vegetarisch sein sollten, klappte es dennoch. Die vom Hausherrn in Aussicht gestellte Hausführung fand nicht statt, und als wir bei der Abreise die Abrechnung der unserer Meinung nach sowieso ungerechtfertigten 10% Schlussgebühr bemängelten, da sie deutlich mehr als 10% betrug, wurden wir vom Herrn am Empfang angeschrien, er sei nicht für die Abrechnungen verantwortlich, das sei Sache seines Partners. Die Differenz konnte er aber nicht erklären, und nachdem er 15 Minuten geschmollt hatte, zahlten wir ihm das, was wir für korrekt hielten, und wurden aus dem von innen abgeschlossenen (!) Haus gelassen. Preis-Leistungs Verhältnis schlecht.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anne

Preis- Leistungsvehältnis stimmt nicht.

Die Lage des Hotels ist gut, unser Zimmer war jedoch sehr dunkel und hatte nur eine minimale künstliche Beleuchtung. Das Abendessen war okay. Bei Abreise wurde auf den schon in Deutschland gezahlten Hotelpreis nochmal eine 10-prozentige Servicepauschale gefordert.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

BRUNO

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

Horrível. Não reservar

Reservei a acomodação baseado nas avaliações lidas, mas tive uma incrível decepção. O local é muito abaixo do esperado e o pior lugar que fiquei nos 20 dias de África do Sul. Reservei outros lugares muito mais baratos e com muito mais qualidade. A África do Sul surpreendeu no sentido qualidade, receptividade e preços na hospedagem com exceção desse lugar. Chegamos a noite, é um lugar escuro velho e com aspecto de sujo. Muita quinquilharia velha amontoada. Não fomos recebidos de forma calorosa como em todos outros lugares na África. Fomos recebidos com piadinhas sem graça e sem nenhum zelo. O quarto que fomos encaminhados que seria para 4 pessoas estava terrivelmente quente, sendo que eu já havia avisado algumas vezes o horário que chegaríamos. O ar condicionado poderia ter sido ligado sabendo que o dia havia sido de muito calor. No quarto tudo velho de mau gosto. Roupas de cama com aspecto de sujo e 2 camas de solteiro ficavam em uma espécie de segundo andar com acesso externo e sem acesso ao banheiro. Muita sujeira e não tinha frigobar e nem TV. Com isso, Solicitamos a troca de quarto. Um pouco melhor mas o mesmo estava sujo e com mau cheiro. Ficamos 2 noites, pagamos muito caro e foi horrível. As refeições inclusas eram simples e não condiziam com o valor pago. Falta de preparo de todos para atender. Não era culpa dos funcionários, mas via-se que nunca haviam sido instruídos pelo proprietário. No Check out Uma outra surpresa. Cobraram mais do que estava acordado! Horrível
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FABIO RIGUETI

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

Lugar ESPETACULAR !!!!

A estrutura é belíssima e confortavel ...proximo ao Portão do Kruger!!! Os horários das refeições são limitadissimos!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

This hotel never again.

The included food was take away from nearby take away restaurant. The final bill was absolutely not conform on what we had. When asked about the details, the guy on duty said that we had to wait till 10am when the accountant would come. He was able to make a bill but did not know the details!!!!! We have been ripped off!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rafael

Disliked: Staff & service

hotel limpo mais muito caro

foi boa, mas na hora de pagar foi cobrado a mais, além de cobrarem o 10% até sobre o game que já foi um absurdo de caro. cuidado na hora do pagamento e contratem o game de outros hotéis são muito mais baratos.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perto do Kruger

O diferencial do River House é a localização. Não apenas fica próximo a entrada do Kruger Park, mas fica diante do Crocodile River. Durante nossa estadia, passamos horas observando elefantes e hipopótamos no rio. Os proprietários são bastante gentis e conversam bastante com os hóspedes.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Tolles B&B am Krüger Park

Sehr schönes im alten Stil gehaltenes Hotel, wirkt dunkel ist aber der Stil. Sehr freundliches Personal.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vyctor

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

Great Hotel in an awesome location

Excelent hotel! Its owner, Daff is a very nice guy and very kind! The only negative point is the poor wi-fi connection.
Verified

8/10 Good

KA MAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent experience

The host was very friendly and made my stay so welcome. There are many collection display around the whole property, and feel the heart of how the host decorate the place to make their guests happy. Overseeing the "hippo pool", there are always hippos having fun there. The meals are lovely, home-made food. I have had a very good experience there.
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia

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

Unbezahlbarer Blick auf Nilpferde

Die Unterkunft ist schon optisch eine Reise wert. Man landet in Duffs Museum von fantastischen selbstgebauten Möbeln und allem, was man in seinem Leben so ansammeln kann. Außerdem gibt es eine Aussichtsterrasse von der man eigentlich immer Nilpferde und in unserem Fall auch einen Elefanten direkt am Zaun beobachten kann. Tatsächlich wird unangekündigt am Ende eine Servicegebühr berechnet, was irgendwie "strange" ist, aber wenn man darauf vorbereitet ist, auch nicht mehr so schockierend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

FABULOUS!

incredibly soulful place with an extremely passionate and welcoming host. 5-star rating
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

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

Familiar and very cosy

Friendly and uncomplicated owners, beautiful surroundings, amazing decoration in the house, view deck over the river is a Highlight. Not only the owners, even the cat seems to enjoy you staying with him.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Animal fantastic

We were warmly welcomed. The house is full of antiques and bits and bobs, which makes the place very homely. Breakfast was good and the service excellent. We ate nearby at a nice restaurant recommended by the lodge. The room is basic but the highlight of this lodge is the location. It is positioned right on Crocodile River opposite Kruger. We had views of hippos, crocs and loads of elephants. They have a large veranda with comfortable chairs to view the animals. We will go back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

Fantastic

Best location ever right on river - elephants and hippos in throwing distance. Hosts could not have been more welcoming, kind and accommodating in this packed, interesting and eclectic lodge - we will be back! Thanks Johan and Duffy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flavia

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

Hotel super agradável em frente ao Kruger Park

Logo na chegada nos deparamos com uma família de elefantes a apenas 50 metros da nossa janela. Sem falar que já havíamos visto os hipopótamos moradores do mesmo rio. O hotel super confortável é decorado com peças de decoração de bom gosto que nos reportam a uma casa de fazenda super aconchegante e charmosa. Tudo perfeito! Mas o melhor de tudo foi conhecer o Johan que nos recebeu com uma super atenção e nos fez sentirmos como se estivéssemos em casa!

Hotels

Flights

Cars

Packages