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Abelana River Lodge

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Luxury
4.5 star property
10

Exceptional

Riverside lodge with wildlife views

Safari adventures unfold with passionate guides leading unforgettable wildlife excursions from this riverside retreat. After exploring, guests can cool off in the pool. Evenings bring incredible dining with local and international cuisine completing the luxury safari experience.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, River View

A spacious bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden bench, and a bedside table with a glass.

Luxury Suite, River View

  • River view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Phalaborwa, Abelana River Lodge is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phalaborwa Gate and Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Phalaborwa travel guide
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Map
0895, Limpopo, Phalaborwa, R71, 35km from Gravelotte

What's nearby

  • Qualito Craft Distillery
    42 min drive - 29.8 km
  • President Kruger Park
    44 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Phalaborwa Gate
    46 min drive - 32.8 km
  • The Big Hole
    47 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Hans Merensky Golf Estate
    51 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck)
    28 min drive

About this property

Abelana River Lodge

  • Luxury lodge by the river
  • At Abelana River Lodge, you can look forward to free English breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a firepit. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Makubu, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and conference space, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks at this lodge include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Multilingual staff, concierge services, and game drive on site
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Abelana River Lodge feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like separate sitting areas and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Makubu

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Abelana River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Abelana River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Abelana River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Abelana River Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Abelana River Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Phalaborwa Gate.

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