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Madikwe River Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lobby sitting area
Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Treatment room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Madikwe Game Reserve R24, Derdepooort, Ramotshere Moiloa, Limpopo, 2876
  • Place, Derdepoort Gate
  • Place, Kopfontein Border Post
  • Place, Gaborone Game Reserve

Room options

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Room | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Living room

Standard Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Ramotshere Moiloa

Madikwe River Lodge places you 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Derdepoort Gate and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Tshukudu Dam. This 16-room, 3-star lodge welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free self parking.
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About this property

Madikwe River Lodge

Riverfront lodge with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
Guests of Madikwe River Lodge enjoy features like 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, access to locker space, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a communal living room, and wedding services.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

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

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Madikwe Safari Lodge
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 10 reviews
$2,065 nightly
The price is $2,374
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
Madikwe Safari Lodge

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 21 2025 to October 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 190 per person, per stay. This fee does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Additional fees: ZAR 50 per person, per night for adults and ZAR 20 per person, per night for children

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Madikwe River Lodge Three Cities
River Lodge Madikwe
Three Cities Madikwe River
Madikwe River Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa
Madikwe River Hotel Madikwe Game Reserve
Three Cities River Lodge
Three Cities River
Madikwe River Ramotshere Moiloa
Madikwe River Hotel Game Reserve
Makwe River Ramotshere Moiloa
Madikwe River Lodge Lodge
Madikwe River Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa
Madikwe River Lodge Lodge Ramotshere Moiloa

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Madikwe River Lodge?

This lodge is located in Ramotshere Moiloa, close to Derdepoort Gate and Tshukudu Dam.

Is parking available on site at Madikwe River Lodge?

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

Does Madikwe River Lodge have a casino?

No, Madikwe River Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Madikwe River Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

What do couples enjoy most about Madikwe River Lodge?

This riverfront lodge offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a restaurant bar.

Does Madikwe River Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Madikwe River Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Madikwe River Lodge serves free full breakfasts at Retaurant each morning.

Does Madikwe River Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Madikwe River Lodge.

Does Madikwe River Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Madikwe River Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Madikwe River Lodge comes with a deck with some featuring river or garden views.

Does Madikwe River Lodge offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Madikwe River Lodge.

Reviews

Madikwe River Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MR CCD

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

BEN

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we were in had 4 burned out lite bulbs and a leaking toilet. When we brought this to their attention, 1 lite bulb was replaced, and the toilet not fixed while we were there. The food choices were limited and repetitive, and the flavors bland. Lots of wildlife, and the staff was courteous and knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing lodge in most amazing safari and game reserve park! Very well organized with breakfast lunch and dinner served in between the game drives. The food was super good and the wildlife guides and drivers are amazing! We saw so many wild animals!!! Ecen live chases of lions going for a kill. Hyenas ckeanung up left over carcasses. Incredible scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent and the Safari tour very enjoyable as we managed to see the big five. Takura the ranger and driver knew everything about the animals and where to drive to see the animals. The rock pool was great to swim and relax in the middle of the day and the Bush breakfast was awesome. Rooms were spacious, clean, modern and with views of the river. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great location to share with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great guide in Charles. Rooms and lidge are a bit tired. Staff wonderful. Very good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice lodge but 1bot.of 1.5 lit. for my1wk stayed

Nice lodges to stay in a couple of days only not a week coz the food was the same but delicious. Also they supply one bottle 1.5 lit of water for my whole one week stayed in my room just good for checkin only. Thanks god I brought my own water from hazy view grocery.. staff not too much friendly. The dinning room always late on time to serve my food. If you ask some questions about the food they won’t comeback to answer my inquiry..
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Kevin, East Sussex, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great Location - But Something Lacking

I've stayed at Madikwe River Lodge a few times before and visited Madikwe Game Reserve several times, staying at other lodges. I feel that things at Madikwe River Lodge are slipping a bit. It is looking a little tired (the rooms and main building) although nothing drastic. But what struck me was that they seem to be watching their costs closely. You now have to select your meals in advance. Nothing too wrong with that, but when they take this to the extreme and ask you to select the drink you want on your evening game drive at breakfast it's a bit much! Come on guys, do I really want to be thinking about whether I'd like a G&T or a beer later in the day when I'm having breakfast?! Just bring a cold box along with a selection of drinks then your guests can choose what they want at the time. That's what other lodges do, and what you used to do! Seeing my sole G&T lifted out of the cool box and served to me seemed extremely tight. On departure I asked for a bottle of water for my journey. However this was not given to me (remember I'd just spent £500 over two nights!), the bill was re-adjusted to add another £1 to it. This is the hospitality sector! Would I return? Of course I would. I enjoyed my stay, Madikwe River Lodge is a great place, and the staff were very pleasant. However, this place could be so much better. I suggest the management take a long hard look at what they are doing right now and start to think about hospitality rather than the bottom line all the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mr.A, Johannesburg

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

Luxury bush break

Excellent location. Obliging staff. Good food. Staff from the General Manager to the cleaning staff made out of their way to make our stay comfortable. Fortune the game ranger was not only very knowledgable about the sightings but went out of his way to accommodate us.

8/10 Good

Js, Gabs

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

Excellent

Enjoyed our stay. Seemed expensive but price included 2 game drives all meals snacks and refreshments

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Summer Break

During our annual holiday in South Africa, we decided to take a quick break to the Madikwe River Lodge. It was a great experience with the most friendly and accommodating staff I have ever met at any resort/hotel. The facilities was great (luxury in the bush) and the game viewing was excellent. The knowledge of our guide and his willingness to share it, is commendable. Really a great place for a short break!

8/10 Good

Indochine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

WEEKEND GETAWAY WITH NATURE

It was a good night stay though I felt having a bit lack of the African Safary luxurious touch I usually had staying with some other Madikwe's Lodges. The best thing about this Lodge was the warmth and family atmosphere. Siitting righ at the balcony of the challet having a good coffee while reading a book, the sound of the River flow was extremely amazing and the River rounding the compound is truly beautiful. I would say I need some 2 night stay or more to fully enjoy the Nature. Safari trip was very good with a nice Ranger on a good vehicle (my best one so far). Hotel staff was friendly. Foods were good. I'm satisfy as my guest was amazed. I enjoyed having a large screen bath with no curtains here (hoping to see a Tarzan in the jungle out there), something quite different than what I used to experience. Go for it if you want a truly nature safary trip.

10/10 Excellent

João

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Dias incríveis

A equipe é muito atenciosa e agradável, os safáris além de pontual muito bons. A comida farta e boa. A estrutura deixa um pouco a desejar por falta de manutenção.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ambiance très sympathique et authentique. Le guide pour les safaris est formidable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Agustina, Santiago de Chile

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

Un lugar apacible

Es hermoso, el entorno y el Lodge. Pero entre safari y safari no hay mucho más que hacer. Pésima conexión a Internet y sin televisión en las habitaciones.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Kerstin, Italien

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

Tolle Lodge am River

Sehr erfahrene Guides für Safari; kleine Gruppen bei jeder Tour trotz ausgebuchter Lodge; Tolles Ambiente, geräumige Zimmer mit eigener Terrasse. Hervorragendes Essen, super freundliches Personal. Am Pool könnten mehr Liegen sein. Anreise mit Auto nicht empfohlen, da die letzten 70 km Schotterpiste, was mit einem normalen Mietwagen sehr schlecht ist - unser ging kaputt. Nächstes Mal Flug ab Johannesburg! Definitiv wieder!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Luzia

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

10/10 Excellent

Gianluca, pordenone

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

Ottima struttura

Confortevole,ben organizzato,3 giorni magnifici di safari con avvistamento di tutti i big 5

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lodge mit dem gewissen Etwas

Wir verbrachten 3 Nächte dort. Wir schätzten die Ueberblickbarkeit der Anlage, den Ausblick auf den Fluss (inkl. der Tiere, die sich vorsichtig auf der gegenüberliegenden Flussseite zum tränken begaben) sowie die sehr aufmerksame Bedienung durch das Hotelpersonal. Das Essen war zu unserer Ueberraschung für einen solchen Ort insgesamt sehr gut und auch für Europäer schmackhaft. Die jeweils früh morgens und am frühen Abend stattfindenden Safaris waren u.a. aufgrund der professionellen Begleitung unseres Rangers ein tolles Erlebnis.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Großartiges Hotel

Großartiges Hotel in großartigem game park! Unbedingt empfehlenswert!