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Ikaia River Lodge

Property class: 3.5
Enjoy 3 outdoor pools at this 3.5-star Kai !Garib lodge

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A house with a covered patio, columns, and a garden with plants and a fountain.
A room with two beds, a wooden table with a plant, a chair, a small table with a kettle, and a view of greenery outside.
A long dining table set with white tablecloths, pink napkins, and glassware, surrounded by white chairs in a spacious room with wooden beams and large windows.
A garden with a fountain, a white fence, and a view of a park.
A covered outdoor seating area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by white railings and columns, overlooking a landscaped garden with palm trees and a pathway.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Rooikopeiland 47, Kai !Garib, Northern Cape, 8860
  • Place, Kalahari-Oranje Museum
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalahari Mall
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Orange River Cellars
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Upington (UTN)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed, River View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a desk.

Traditional Double Room, 1 Double Bed, River View

  • River view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, River View

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a cabinet.

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, River View

  • River view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

A room with two beds, a wooden table with a plant, a chair, a small table with a kettle, and a view of greenery outside.

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, River View

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a microwave, and a door.

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, River View

  • River view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Chalet, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and artwork on the walls.

Classic Chalet, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Chalet, Multiple Beds, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a small table, and a mirror on the wall.

Family Chalet, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Chalet, Multiple Beds, River View

A two-story house with a covered porch, brick walls, and a small garden area.

Family Chalet, Multiple Beds, River View

  • River view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a small white nightstand, a brown leather chair, and a door leading outside.

Basic Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage

A house with a covered patio, columns, and a garden with plants and a fountain.

Deluxe Cottage

  • River view
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Kai !Garib

On river.At this Kai !Garib lodge, you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Bezalel Wine & Brandy Estate and 16 miles (25 km) of Bezalel Estate Cellars. Eureka Golf Club and Harry Surtie Hospital are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bezalel Wine & Brandy Estate - 24 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Bezalel Estate Cellars - 26 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 51 min drive - 51.3 km
  • Kalahari Mall - 53 min drive - 54.5 km
  • Orange River Cellars - 55 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN) - 44 min drive

About this property

Ikaia River Lodge

Enjoy 3 outdoor pools at this 3.5-star Kai !Garib lodge
As a guest of Ikaia River Lodge, you'll find 3 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Ikaia River Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Kai !Garib lodge.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ikaia River Lodge offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 85 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 800.0 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: ZAR 50.0 per room, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 85 for children
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ikaia River Lodge to the airport?

Ikaia River Lodge is 30.4 mi (44-min drive) away from the Upington (UTN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ikaia River Lodge?

As of Sept 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ikaia River Lodge on Sept 3, 2026 start from CA $101, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ikaia River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ikaia River Lodge.

Does Ikaia River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ikaia River Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 85 for children.

Is there a casino at Ikaia River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Ikaia River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ikaia River Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Ikaia River Lodge have a pool?

Ikaia River Lodge features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Ikaia River Lodge have a restaurant?

Ikaia River Lodge is home to Ikaia River Cafè, which features garden views.

Does Ikaia River Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Ikaia River Lodge to downtown Kai !Garib?

Ikaia River Lodge is 13.6 mi away from Keimoes.

Ikaia River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Amazing friendly and hospitable people. The environment is great and the food is great. Will anytime stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very confortable

A lovely location next to the Orange River - stunning gardens and places to wander around in. Great staff at restaurant - flexible on service and tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great and friendly

Very nice clean and friendly place. The hostess arranged for us to get food even although the restaurant was closed. The only problem we had, was that the stoep light burned right through the night and shined into our room. We could not find a switch to switch it off
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022