Rio Vista Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.6

The Rio Vista Lodge features elegantly decorated rooms and panoramic views of the Kruger National Park and the Crocodile River. It offers a restaurant, a pool, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. Each air-conditioned room and suite at Rio Vista is elegantly decorated with modern furniture and colorful décor. All room types have an private bathroom. Some rooms have a kitchen and the suite has a spa bath. A complimentary breakfast is served every day in the lodge. The restaurant is available offering local delicacies and is closed on Sundays. The bar has a large terrace overlooking the river. Guests can enjoy the various activities in contact with nature, like bird watching or fishing. The swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers offers a relaxing spot. Supermarkets, restaurants and shops are within 0.6 mi and the town of Matsulu is 17 mi away. Johannesburg International Airport is 238 mi away and a shuttle service is provided upon request.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet, Breakfast to go

FREE parking!

Availability

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2 twin beds
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2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Calvin
South Africa South Africa
“View is good, wish more animals were available, Breakfast is good. Location is good.”
Black
South Africa South Africa
“So relaxed peace of mind,view it's absolutely great”
Lucy
South Africa South Africa
“Staff was friendly. I arrived late but they left the key for me with the security. The property is beautiful and closer to all amenities and nature reserve.”
Carol-anne
South Africa South Africa
“Staff, location, dinner was superb, cleanliness, safety, comfort. I have stayed at Rio Vista a few times and have always been impressed by the service and exceptional dinners.”
Samanta
Mozambique Mozambique
“The view its fantastic, just a perfect spot for breakfast or dinner.Love it.”
Carol-anne
South Africa South Africa
“Rio Vista was a pleasant surprise. Lovely rooms, just a bit over-fragrant from what seemed to be an extreme carpet clean that didn't get the chance to air dry properly. Not unpleasant though. Views - fantastic. Staff friendly and...”
Mauricio
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Amazing views, great breakfast , helpful staff. Backup generators.”
Karen
Belgium Belgium
“The staff was super friendly. The restaurant offered very good food. There was a top view over the crocodile river. The hotel was close to shops and supermarkets.”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location for Kruger National Park. Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. The rooms are extremely clean and comfortable. In terms of value for money, customer service and overall quality, I would score Rio Vista 10/10. Just to add, I...”
Jared
South Africa South Africa
“Location is great. It is secure. Close to the KPN.”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
Restaurant #2

No additional info available

Amenities of Rio Vista Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar

House rules

Rio Vista Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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 Rio Vista 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.

FAQs about Rio Vista Lodge