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Kalahari Lion's Rest

3.5 star property

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Minibar, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Property grounds
Shower, towels
Balcony

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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8 Hoephoep Street, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801
  • Place, Upington Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalahari Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Orange River Cellars
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Upington (UTN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

King Room Upstairs

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Room Downstairs

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Upington

Located within a mile (2 km) of Melkstroom, Kalahari Lion's Rest is within 2 miles (3 km) of Desert Palace Golf Course & Casino. The 8 rooms at this 3.5-star guesthouse include refrigerators, minibars, and electric kettles.
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What's nearby

  • Upington Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kalahari Mall - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Weicheiland - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Orange River Cellars - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mcdonalds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panarottis - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Kalahari Lion's Rest

At Kalahari Lion's Rest, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills.
TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and electric kettles. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Kalahari Lion's Rest House Upington

Kalahari Lion's Rest House

Kalahari Lion's Rest Upington

Kalahari Lion's Rest Guesthouse Upington

Kalahari Lion's Rest Guesthouse

Kalahari Lion's Rest Upington

Kalahari Lion's Rest Guesthouse

Kalahari Lion's Rest Guesthouse Upington

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Kalahari Lion's Rest?

This guesthouse is located in Upington, close to Desert Palace Golf Course & Casino, Kalahari Mall, and Kalahari-Oranje Museum. You'll also find Weicheiland and Pokkieseiland within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kalahari Lion's Rest on Jun 3, 2026 start from $67, 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.

Will I be able to park at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

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

Does Kalahari Lion's Rest include a casino on the premises?

No, Kalahari Lion's Rest doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Kalahari Lion's Rest good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront guesthouse include a minibar as well as a terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

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

Does Kalahari Lion's Rest have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Kalahari Lion's Rest offers a full breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Kalahari Lion's Rest allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kalahari Lion's Rest.

Are there connecting rooms at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

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

Where is the closest airport to Kalahari Lion's Rest?

The closest major airport to Kalahari Lion's Rest is Upington (UTN), which is 6.1 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Kalahari Lion's Rest.

Kalahari Lion's Rest Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed at Lions Rest several times before. Convenient place to stay when arriving in Upington to go to Kalahari. Family run - very friendly. Fixtures and fittings are getting a bit 'tired' and in need of refreshing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The rooms are unfortunately not soundproof, which can be challenging when travelling for business. Noise from other guests’ televisions and conversations carries easily through the walls, which can make it difficult to rest properly. This is something to keep in mind when booking a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient property. Get an upstairs room if possible since you can hear people walking upstairs and talking. Price is reasonable so it gets 5 stars overall. Stayed here many years ago when they first opened. No breakfast due to COVID changes. Good wifi internet. Stairs are somewhat steep so not good if you have any disabilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice apartment for a overnight stay in Upington, service could habe been better, whenever we used the bell to call the guesthouse team nobody answered
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TP

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

Really nice place to stay

Great place to stay. Very friendly and helpful. Rooms excellent. Wonderful breakfast cooked to order
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Rolf

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

Tolle Lodge für die Zwischenübernachtung

Neue Lodge nettes Personal gutes Frühstück
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

On the way

Used the hotel on the way back from the park Was great and had everything we needed to chill out after a long drive Gracious hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florent

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

Excellent hotel étape.

Excellent B and B avec un bon petit dejeuner est des chambres coquettes. Les patrons sont également très sympa. En revanche Uptington n'est qu'une ville étape sans intérêt.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle

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

Great spot!

Fantastic except for the creaky floors!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for money. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marthinus Johannes

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

excellent amongst may competitors

excellent amongst may competitors
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

Een warm bad in Upington

Mooie kamer, lekker bed, minikoelkast met flesjes water, ruime kast en tafel en ruime badkamer. Alles wat je nodig hebt, is aanwezig. Zo niet, dan regelt Christal dat alsnog voor je. Ze staat 24/7 voor je klaar. Ik was ziek toen ik daar aankwam. Ze gaf me de namen van de medicijnen en de plaats waar ze gehaald konden worden. Het voelt al snel als familie, al die goede zorgen. Heel sfeervol al dat hout. Gratis WiFi, genoeg ruimte om te parkeren. Terras waar ontbeten kan worden met prachtig weids uitzicht. Heel rustig, maar toch vlak bij restaurants, tankstation en winkelcentrum.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

juffrouwCindy

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

Leuk, rustig hotel waar de klant echt koning is

Goede kamer met lekker bed. De eigenaars zijn zeer klantvriendelijk. We hadden een probleem met een van onze apparaten en ze zijn een toetsenbord en kabel uit hun kantoor verderop in de stad gaan halen! Ze denken met je mee, geven goede tips voor restaurants en uitstapjes, maar ze kunnen ook avondeten voor je regelen. Ze zijn 24 uur per dag bereikbaar voor hun gasten. Ontbijten op het terras is heerlijk. Er staan flesjes water in de koelkast op je hotelkamer en is voldoende plaats om je spullen op te ruimen. Als ik iets moet noemen om te zeuren: het water in de douche op een goede temperatuur krijgen vergt wat oefening, en een extra plankje in de badkamer zou fijn zijn. Kortom: gewoon doen. Oprijlaan is nogal steil, maar dat gebeurt vaker in RSA.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay in Upington. On the way back to SA from Namibia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

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

Fantastic experience!

What an incredible place to stay! My girlfriend and I were en route to the Kalahari Transfrontier Park and decided to stay at the Kalahari Lion's Rest for a night, and then head to the park the next morning (the drive from here to the Twee Rivieren Gate to the park is a quick 2:30 hours ). The room and bathroom were immaculately clean and styled in the fashion of traditional South African decor. The AC units and comfortable beds were a godsend after our many hours spent on the road. Henco and his wife Christal were incredible hosts to say the least, he waited up for us as we arrived later than expected after our mobile phone had died, and the following morning she cooked us an unbelievable breakfast as we gazed out at the incredible view of the surrounding vineyards. We felt safe, comfortable, and incredibly welcome throughout the duration of our stay. We even ended up staying another night for some well deserved R&R after our time in the bush at the national park. If you're searching for accommodation in Upington, look no further!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Felicitas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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