Palala River Cottages

Melkrivier, 0541 Vaalwater, South Africa – Great location - show map

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a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top at Palala River Cottages in Vaalwater
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Palala River Cottages

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Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
37 reviews
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • River view
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking on site

Boasting pool views, Palala River Cottages offers accommodation with patio, around 23 km from Madikela Private Game Reserve. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring a private entrance, the apartment allows guests to maintain their privacy. Some units at the apartment complex boast a fireplace and a private pool. The units include a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen equipped with a dishwasher. At the apartment complex, units come with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the garden. Moepel Nature Reserve is 24 km from the apartment, while Keta Private Nature Reserve is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Polokwane International Airport, 140 km from Palala River Cottages.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
1 double bed
Bedroom 5:
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Abhinav
    South Africa South Africa
    “Cabin was furnished nicely. Linens and Towels were nice & clean to the level of any luxury accommodation.”
  • Goabaone
    Botswana Botswana
    “The team were so helpful with accessing the facility even in the middle of the night”
  • Yulanda
    South Africa South Africa
    “It is very quiet and peaceful. A real gem. Everything we needed was in the cottage. Andre and Lorraine made us feel very welcome. We will definitely visit again.”
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Palala River Cottages

Company review score: 9.3Based on 36 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Property information

Scattered over the private Jembisa Game Reserve, our four self-catering Palala River cottages are all different and can accommodate couples looking for a romantic getaway to families after adventure and fun or groups of friends. Activities include self or guided game drives, mountain bike tracks, hiking & walking trails and so much more. Meals can be ordered in advance from the Palala Pantry. Our cottages have the following internet connectivity: Samia Cabin - signal and free WiFi Kingfisher Cottage - no signal but does have free WiFi Podica Bush Camp - no signal and no WiFi River Cottage - very limited signal and no WiFi Only Kingfisher Cottage has access to a swimming pool.

Neighbourhood information

Activities include self or guided game drives, mountain bike tracks, hiking & walking trails and so much more. Meals can be ordered in advance from the Palala Pantry.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Palala River Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchenware
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Seating Area
    Room Amenities
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Palala River Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    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 option.
    Curfew
    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 18:00 and 06:00
    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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please inform Palala River Cottages 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.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Palala River Cottages

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Palala River Cottages on this page.

    • Palala River Cottages is 28.6 miles from the centre of Vaalwater. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Palala River Cottages on this page.

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

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Palala River Cottages (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 10 guests
      • 2 guests
      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Palala River Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

    • Palala River Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Palala River Cottages (subject to availability). These have:

        • 1 bedroom
        • 3 bedrooms
        • 5 bedrooms

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.