Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and spa services

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
All-inclusive
Housekeeping
Parking included

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Great Fish River Lodge Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Heating

Fridge

Free minibar items

Premium bedding

Hairdryer

Separate bath and shower

Private bathroom

51 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

Heatherton Towers, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6140

What's nearby

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
St Andrew's College - 58 min drive - 47.6 km
Rhodes University - 59 min drive - 47.9 km
Settlers Garden 1820 - 61 min drive - 49.2 km
1820 Settlers National Monument - 61 min drive - 49.2 km

Restaurants

‪Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

Upscale all-inclusive lodge by the river

Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure or a deep-tissue massage. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and free supervised childcare.

Other perks include:

An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
A safari, outdoor furniture and luggage storage
A porter/bellboy, a front desk safe and game drive on-site

Room features

All guest rooms at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge include comforts, such as premium bedding and free stocked minibars, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate dining areas and bathrobes.

More amenities include:

Bathrooms with heated floors and designer toiletries
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate dining areas and fridges

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

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Pool
Spa
Parking included
Restaurant

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Game drive
Game viewing
Hiking/biking trails
Outdoor pool
Safari

Family friendly

Free supervised activities for children
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Separate in-room dining area
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Turndown service

Outdoors

In the mountains
On a river
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace

Spa

Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance

Built in 2001
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding

Bathroom

Children's robes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Free stocked minibar
Refrigerator
Separate dining area

Desk
Heating
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Destination fee: ZAR 350 per person, per night.

We have included all 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

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Grahamstown

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Hotel

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Hotel Grahamstown

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Lodge Grahamstown

Kwandwe Great Fish River

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Lodge

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Makhanda

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Lodge Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Does Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this all-inclusive lodge is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kwandwe Private Game Reserve and within 25 miles (40 km) of Amazwi South African Museum of Literature and Diocesan School for Girls. Egazini Park and Elizabeth Salt Monument are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

It was an amazing experience to stay at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge. Everything was perfect, the facilities and all the staff The twice daily safari drives were wonderful, our Ranger had an encyclopediac knowledge of animals, birds and plants. Truly a remarkable place to stay for that very special occasion.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Kwandwe is a unique place. Nature is amazing the lodges are Luxurious yet made with natural material. The view from the lodge is incredible you can even see animals from there. the employees are very kind and service is above expectation The safari is twice a day . The ranger and tracker team was exceptional . We learnt so much from them. We were recommended by people who spent a few days there and we will definitely recommend this unforgettable place. We spend 4 nights and saw all the animals you can expect.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Exceptional property with amazing staff and excellent game drives

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10

The Great Fish River Lodge offers beautiful accommodations and an excellent safari experience. We feel that it would exceed the expectations of all first-time safari travelers. However, we have visited multiple safari camps and lodges in four African countries and would offer the following comments. The photos on their website are accurate. The location is clean and well maintained. The linens are high quality. There are international and USB charging outlets. Wifi works well. We really liked that Kwandwe provides free laundry services as many locations now charge an additional fee. We liked that the camp is unfenced as this provides a more authentic experience. Safari drives at this location, unlike most we have visited, are in uncovered vehicles that necessitate the use of sun protection. They only drive off-road to view cats. The landscape is primary covered by thicket that can make clear viewing of wildlife difficult. We did not see the “Big 5” during our visit, however we did have multiple excellent wildlife sighting, including black rhino. While our guides/drivers were energetic, accommodating and focused on providing the best experience possible, we did not feel the same about the remaining staff. We perceived the lodge staff to be simply “going through the motions” without focusing on providing first class individualized service to the guests. The staff seemed tired and “burnt out”. We enjoyed our stay, but would recommend other locations to our friends.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

Great location and very comfortable place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

Fantastic stay. Great game drives, saw all the animals we wanted, and had excellent service from the staff

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10

This was such a lovely experience, everything from the room, the service and the game drives. The room was perfect, with outdoor pool and shower. Great service in every aspect. The game drives were amazing. I have really nothing negative to say.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10

Tolle Anlage in privatem Reservat, 2 Safaris pro Tag- die Big Five alle gesehen sehr schöne Lodge- Luxus, tolles Team, leckeres Essen- also rundrum toll, jederzeit wieder

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018