Rio Vista Lodge

4.0 star property
Lodge in Nkomazi with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Luxury Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets
Lunch and dinner served, local and international cuisine
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Stand 1062, Lebombo Drive, Monte Vista Estate, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga, 1320
  • Place, Inkwazi Shopping Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Malelane Gate
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Leopard Creek Country Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Honeymoon Suite

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Malalane

Rio Vista Lodge is located 1 mi (1.6 km) from Inkwazi Shopping Centre and within a 10-minute drive of Kruger National Park. This 27-room, 4-star lodge welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Inkwazi Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Malelane Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Malelane Gate - 8 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Leopard Creek Country Club - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Matsamo Cultural Village - 54 min drive - 33.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪tindlovu - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hamiltons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Spar Diner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Rio Vista Lodge

Lodge in Nkomazi with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
Guests of Rio Vista Lodge enjoy features like 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. 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 securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
32-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels. Along with relaxing touches like rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs, bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, safes, and desks.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a seasonal outdoor pool.

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. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 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 (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.
  • 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. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December.
  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 8 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • 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

Rio Vista Lodge Malelane
Rio Vista Lodge
Rio Vista Malelane
Rio Vista Lodge Lodge
Rio Vista Lodge Nkomazi
Rio Vista Lodge Lodge Nkomazi

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rio Vista Lodge?

Rio Vista Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Rio Vista Lodge?

As of Nov 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rio Vista Lodge on Nov 13, 2025 start from $107.91, excluding 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.

What's there to do near Rio Vista Lodge?

This lodge is located in Nkomazi within a short 19-minute walk of Inkwazi Shopping Centre. You'll also find Malelane Gate and Leopard Creek Country Club nearby.

Is there parking available at Rio Vista Lodge?

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

Is there a spa available at Rio Vista Lodge?

Spa services at the lodge include deep-tissue massages.

Does Rio Vista Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Rio Vista Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rio Vista Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have access between 6 AM and 8 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from January until December.

Is Rio Vista Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including 2 outdoor pools, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Rio Vista Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Rio Vista Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rio Vista Lodge serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Rio Vista Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rio Vista Lodge.

Does Rio Vista Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Rio Vista Lodge?

The closest major airport to Rio Vista Lodge is Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.), which is about 26.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rio Vista Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Rio Vista Lodge.