About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Gkhui Gkhui River Lodge in Hopetown offers spacious rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and river views. Each room includes a work desk, minibar, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax at the spa, sun terrace, or year-round outdoor swimming pool. The lodge features a restaurant serving lunch and dinner, a hot tub, and a minimarket. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Dining: Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, and halal. The restaurant offers a variety of meals with fresh pastries, fruits, and warm dishes. Convenient Location: Located 131 km from Kimberley Airport and 42 km from Verwoerd Dedenkversameling Museum, the lodge provides easy access to local attractions. Guests appreciate the scenic river views and the friendly staff.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Anna
South Africa
“Good communication from Ann prior to our visit, which I value highly. Ann is an amazing host who went out of her way to make us feel comfortable. We were travelling with my 85-year-old mom, and Ann assisted wherever she could. We were also spoiled...” - Ewald
South Africa
“The facilities are good, well kept and clean. The dinner and breakfast were good and well presented. The alone standing rooms are very private. Lots of birds around the room makes it special.” - Denver
South Africa
“food excellent facilities good road could do with some work” - Hester
South Africa
“Communication, Staff friendliness, Food, Location he place, Room was neat and clean. We asked to buy wood, was not a problem. Thank you for a lovely stay.” - Ann
Jersey
“Stunning location on the Orange River and such warm and welcoming team of Anne and David. Then the owner popped in, Leon, and wonderful chats.” - Jerome
South Africa
“Staff were very well trained and that is a deal maker for me. Food and service were excellent.” - Flip
South Africa
“An amazing gem hidden. We had an amazing time thanks to the amazing accommodation, food, comfort and friendly staff. A very special thanks to Ann who made our night extra special!!” - Cindy
South Africa
“Well appointed and a great setting with a fabulous view of the river. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and the food was exceptional. We’ve booked a return visit.” - Freda
South Africa
“All meals were delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful.” - Hally
South Africa
“Wonderful, friendly, helpful staff. Fantastic chef - best meal I have had in a long while. Great location and excellent facilities. Great walks and I am certain the fishing is excellent too (will be geared up next time around).”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please inform Gkhui Gkhui River Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.