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Holbank River Lodge

Lodge

Farm Holbank

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Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

All the equipments, the room, the bathroom, the dinner, breakfast was so good

Strategically placed rooms to optimise sunset view

Friendly staff
7 mentions

Venue, views, staff

Very quiet except for occasional grunt from kwaggas :) Reception very friendly

Great location
3 mentions

Beautiful location with great views

I liked the location that it is close to the river and some wild animals to marv…

Clean rooms
3 mentions

The accommodation itself was great – spotlessly clean, and perfectly in harmony…

The place is a hidden gem in a farm very clean, peaceful,wild animals roaming it…

Breakfast available
2 mentions

Dinner and breakfast was exceptional

Good value
1 mentions

Definitely worth the money

Overview

With river views, Holbank River Lodge is located in Ermelo and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden and terrace. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the lodge free of charge. Holbank River Lodge offers a Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast. If you would like to discover the area, fishing and cycling are possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Secunda Airfield Airport, 117 km from the accommodation.

Traveller reviews

G

Guillaume

extended_group

April 21, 2026

10

Amazing ! This accommodation is the best one i had in south Africa. All the equipments, the room, the bathroom, the dinner, breakfast was so good.

X

Xpotential

family_with_children

April 14, 2026

9

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful farm – it truly exceeded all expectations. We'll be back!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful farm – it truly exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, wide-open landscapes, and a warm welcome. The wildlife was a highlight. Seeing animals roaming freely in their natural environment added such a special, almost magical touch to the experience. The accommodation itself was great – spotlessly clean, and perfectly in harmony with the surroundings. If you're looking for a tranquil getaway that combines natural beauty, unique wildlife experiences, and farm-style accommodation, this place is a gem. We’ll definitely be back!

S

Savannah

couple

April 6, 2026

10

Beautiful scenery with the dams and wildlife. Strategically placed rooms to optimise sunset view.

H

Henriette

family_with_children

March 17, 2026

10

Amazing!

J

John

couple

March 13, 2026

9

Very pleasant staff were great

Quiet, very pleasant grounds

M

Mbali Goodangel

couple

March 7, 2026

10

amazing

Everything was amazing, I really enjoyed the view

E

Elsabe

solo_traveller

February 28, 2026

9

Excellence

Venue, views, staff

J

Jacob

solo_traveller

February 16, 2026

10

The view of kwaggas wildebeest and blesbok right on your stoep was awesome !! Like 50 yards away grazing. Very quiet except for occasional grunt from kwaggas :) Reception very friendly

R

Rodney

couple

February 11, 2026

10

Fantastic venue! Jakes went over and above to make us welcome. Definitely worth the money. Will certainly go back.

R

Roqeua

extended_group

January 19, 2026

10

Experience

Everything was on the dot. Services. Friendly staff ext was unbelievable in all aspects. Never forget that views. Thank alot team keep up the good work 👏

S

Steyn

couple

July 3, 2025

6

Could’ve been better

Very nice view, friendly staff!

C

Carl

extended_group

June 13, 2025

8

Remote and peaceful. A place to clear your mind.

M

Margaret Sussana

family_with_children

May 20, 2025

10

The place is a hidden gem in a farm very clean, peaceful,wild animals roaming it was a great experience the hospitality is great and very friendly and we were taken for small game drive to see the animals

H

Henriette

family_with_children

April 22, 2025

10

Alet and Pieter went the exstra mile for us! Definitely going to have my wedding there one day!Amazing stay!

Neat and clean with an amazing view!

I

Innocentia

solo_traveller

December 30, 2024

9

I really enjoyed my stay, everything was great thank you so much.

O

olympia

couple

December 22, 2024

10

Beautiful location with great views. Very comfortable and well appointed facilities. Very friendly and accommodating. Definitely would recommend.

N

Ntobeko

couple

December 16, 2024

9

It is a restful and enjoyable place

I liked the location that it is close to the river and some wild animals to marvel at. The establishment has expansive green fields and looks marvellous seeing it from your room. Christa, the owner, warmly welcomed us and we felt at home the moment we arrived. He kept in touch with us regarding what to expect and checked with us what we might need to make our stay comfortable.

M

Mokoena

extended_group

December 13, 2024

1

NOTHING

V

Vuillermoz

family_with_children

November 5, 2024

8

Great location.

Beautiful location and outlook Great room Lovely owner and team

R

Ruan Fourie

couple

August 2, 2024

10

Excellent

Had a great stay. Very accommodating, especially since we booked on number 99 just the night before. Dinner and breakfast was exceptional. Went out of their way to make our stay great which is much appreciated.Living was very comfortable with all the necessities. Great water pressure. Also, a very friendly little dog that greets you in the morning.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Cycling

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar

Food & drink safety

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Services

Daily housekeeping, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities

Standard Family Room

The family room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 20 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Twin Room

The twin room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath or a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 15 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 13:00 to 21:30
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform 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. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:56 AM

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