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Located in Hout Bay amongst 8000 m² of beautiful gardens, the Thulani River Lodge is a centrally located guesthouse. 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 en suite 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 32 km of this property. Guests can enjoy nearby attractions such as the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and Table Mountain.

Couples particularly 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
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
2 large double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they 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
9.3
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.

Property surroundings

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

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and 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
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • 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
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English

House rules

Thulani River Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 16:30

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

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.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thulani 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.

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

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Thulani River Lodge

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

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

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

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Swimming Pool

  • The prices at Thulani River Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering 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

  • Room options at Thulani River Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Thulani River Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.