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Located in Hout Bay among 26247 ft² of beautiful gardens, the Thulani River Lodge is a centrally located guest house. This property features an outdoor swimming pool made of natural rocks, as well as a small stream running through the property. Each of the modern rooms at Thulani River Lodge has a seating area and a private balcony or terrace overlooking the gardens or mountains. The spacious private bathrooms include free toiletries. Guests at Thulani River Lodge can enjoy a breakfast buffet on the pool-side terrace or relax in the shared lounge and watch the sunset. Cape Town International Airport is located within 20 mi of this property. Guests can enjoy nearby attractions such as the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and Table Mountain.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
2 queen beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10
High score for Hout Bay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ilona
    Spain Spain
    It is a little paradise, not far away from the hustle and bustle of Cape Town which you can reach in no time. Every detail is thought through in a caring way which makes one feel taken care of and save. Very friendly and attentive staff and...
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional care has been taken to make one feel as if they are in a home away from home . Thulani was a total pleasure to stay in & we will definitely return .
  • Roel
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Scenery of the location is nice, staff and owners are very friendly! Breakfast was well organized and everyone was helpful, best morning experience to start the day.

Area info

Amenities of Thulani River Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night
2 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 600 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thulani River Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Thulani River Lodge

  • Check-in at Thulani River Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Thulani River Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Swimming pool

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Thulani River Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • The prices at Thulani River Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Thulani River Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Thulani River Lodge is 1.7 miles from the center of Hout Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.