Madikwe Game Reserve R24, Derdepooort, Ramotshere Moiloa, Limpopo, 2876
What's nearby
Madikwe Game Reserve - 1 min walk
Derdepoort Gate - 14 min drive
Tshukudu Dam - 20 min drive
Kopfontein Border Post - 74 min drive
Gaborone Game Reserve - 104 min drive
About this property
Madikwe River Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Ramotshere Moiloa with a stay at Madikwe River Lodge. Guests can take a dip in one of 2 outdoor pools or grab a bite to eat at Retaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
All inclusive
All-inclusive room rates at Madikwe River Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Ecotours
Safari nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Communal living room
2 outdoor pools
Lockers available
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Deck or patio
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Retaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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
Parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This hotel is on the Madikwe Game Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the reserve.
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
Is there a pool at Madikwe River Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Madikwe River Lodge?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Madikwe River Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Madikwe River Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Madikwe River Lodge and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Madikwe River Lodge includes ecotours. Madikwe River Lodge also has 2 outdoor pools.
Are there restaurants at or near Madikwe River Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Retaurant.
Does Madikwe River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a deck or patio.
What's the area around Madikwe River Lodge like?
Madikwe River Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Madikwe Game Reserve.
Madikwe River Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
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.
BEN
BEN, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2023
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
Mike
Mike, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 26, 2019
George
George, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2019
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.
Verified traveler
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2019
Very friendly staff and great location to share with family and friends.
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 15, 2018
Great guide in Charles. Rooms and lidge are a bit tired. Staff wonderful. Very good value.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 27, 2018
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..
Verified traveler
7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 13, 2018
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 6, 2017
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.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2015
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.
Mr.A
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 9, 2013
Excellent
Enjoyed our stay. Seemed expensive but price included 2 game drives all meals snacks and refreshments
Js
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2013
Verified traveler
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2013
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!
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 22, 2012
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.
Indochine
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2019
Ambiance très sympathique et authentique. Le guide pour les safaris est formidable.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 4, 2018
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.
Agustina
Agustina, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 9, 2018
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!
Kerstin
Kerstin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2017
Luzia
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2014
Ottima struttura
Confortevole,ben organizzato,3 giorni magnifici di safari con avvistamento di tutti i big 5
Gianluca
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 6, 2014
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2013
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.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2013
Großartiges Hotel
Großartiges Hotel in großartigem game park! Unbedingt empfehlenswert!
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2012
Nature
parfait
Claude
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 2, 2012
Råttor
Råttor tog sig in i vårt rum och min man anfölls i badrummet av 2 stora. Den ansvarige lät oss byta rum men skrattade bort det och sa att det skulle bli en upplevelse vi mindes.
Man kan inte låsa dörrar. Det är endast en hasp som lås till alla rum. Grannarna upplevde att personalen letade igenom bagaget.