Emufuleni river logde
Location: Emfuleni Drive River lodge, Vanderbijlpark, za
Star Rating: 7 Stars
Property Type: Lodges
About this Property
Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and relaxation in our air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and balconies offering stunning river views.
Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a delicious Full English/Irish or halal breakfast served daily at our on-site restaurant.
Exciting Amenities
Enjoy our on-site water park for a fun-filled experience during your stay.
Book your stay at Emufuleni river lodge for an unforgettable retreat amidst nature's beauty.
Important Information
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Health or beauty spa nearby
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Water park access (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Health or beauty spa nearby
Rooms Available
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Standard Twin Room with Garden View
Featuring a terrace with river views, this twin room also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Electric kettle
- Terrace
- Cots
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
Boasting a terrace with river views, this twin/double room also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Electric kettle
- Terrace
- Cots
Guest Reviews
- Muzi (8/5): - No aircon
- Baloyi (1/5): - View No hot water
Breakfast not up to standard
- Pitso (10/5): Awesome, will definitely recommend it to other people - Everything was great Nothing
- palesa (9/5): -
- Gabisile (7/5): -
- Hartzenberg (7/5): - Breakfast was very nice Had to ask for coffee mugs.
There was a kettle in the room, but no coffee, tea or milk available
- ntswaki (10/5): - The beds are so big and comfortable, the gentlemen Richard was very kind and willing to assist with everything we needed and breakfast was nice though we could do with more options regarding the menu. Thank you Nothing at all
- Brian (1/5): -
- Ngcobo (1/5): -
- Nthabisengnkuta (9/5): -
- mulalo (9/5): - The view of the dam from the room. The place is quite and peaceful ✌️
- Thabiso (10/5): -
- Bongani (8/5): -
- Dlomo (5/5): - River bank, srcurity Breakfast
- Tshegofatso (10/5): -
- Ngobeni (10/5): -
- Komane (10/5): I’m coming for a proper weekend stay soon - It’s in very secluded and quiet place. None
- Kelebogile (9/5): -
- Xolani (9/5): -
- Ramashamole (2/5): - Nothing Breakfast was not good at all.
- Jean Marc (10/5): - Clean, comfortable and relaxing No coffee or sugar and breakfast time frame not communicated clearly to guests.
No side lamp
- Velly Sibusiso (8/5): -
- Mary (9/5): - The place is good The room was cold
- Nakhjavani (7/5): - The rooms were good The stuff refused to serve us breakfast because we came at 9h20
- Simba (3/5): Disappointing experience overall. - The location of the place is great, its next to the Vaal River and in a very secure upmarket golf estate. Our stay was unfortunately below expectations across several areas. From arrival, the reception we received lacked warmth and professionalism, which set the tone for the rest of the visit.
The room itself showed clear signs of neglect, with dated and in some cases broken fixtures. Basic amenities were insufficient - there was no tea or coffee provided, and the kitchenware was incomplete, with not enough cutlery and plates available for use. Housekeeping standards also need improvement, as the beds were poorly made and linens, particularly pillowcases, were not properly fitted.
Comfort was further impacted by the lack of air conditioning. While we were informed of underfloor heating, we were unable to operate it, leaving the room very cold.
Breakfast was a particular disappointment. While edible - the quality and presentation were well below standard, to the extent that we chose to skip it entirely on the second day.
Overall, the experience gave the impression of ongoing cost-cutting measures, which are clearly affecting both the quality of the facilities and the level of service provided. With attention to maintenance, staff training and basic guest provisioning, the property has potential - but in its current state, it falls well short of expectations.
- Deon (4/5): -
- Sthembiso (7/5): -
- Nikhile (8/5): - Helpful, friendly staff
Comfortable beds 1) The tub in the bathroom could use some attention.
2)The infrastructure such as the roads outside the lodge but I do understand that isn't the lodge to be blamed and is out of their control.
- Bawa (10/5): I loved everything about the place I didn't expect what I saw and also the location was 100% - Breakfast was nice. I think they need to add extra menus
- Melvin (2/5): - Location Mouldy shower.....bad mattress....breakfast included was average
- Brian (8/5): Excellent - Fix the patio lights on ground floor room.facing the river
- rhulani (10/5): -
- Douglas (7/5): -
- Harry (9/5): - Liked how the room was setup Some of the items need to be improved like outside chairs and the plugs
- Teboho (7/5): Cozy space to stay at great location and view of the river and close to shops as well. - Location WiFi connection was bad
- Puleng (8/5): -
- Sipho (9/5): I enjoyed my stay and hope to come back next time. - The place is very quiet and neat. None.
- Andrew (1/5): - Nothing , dirty , old , no toilet paper or tea coffe dirty bed and moldy bath
- rhulani (10/5): -
- Carel (6/5): - Location Great Did not have cups for coffee
- Raciti-Oshry (8/5): A lovely retreat in a beautiful golf estate. We felt very safe. - Absolutely amazing value for money!! TV only plays Netflix and DSTV if you have a personal code.
- Sello (5/5): -
- Reagan (10/5): -
- Nakhjavani (9/5): - The view and the way the lodge its situated Good reception from the staff
- Ishwar (9/5): -
- Buwa (8/5): -
- Sebolelo (2/5): -
- Lesejane (8/5): - Cleanliness
- Mokoena (10/5): -
- Rikhotso (10/5): - The views and facilities.
- Patience (10/5): -
- Angelinah (10/5): - There was no soap in the bathroom
- Johan (8/5): -
- Stella (6/5): - Good bathroom needs attention
- Hannes (1/5): Disaster - The property pictures as advertised. The room was absolutely filthy.
- Mtolo (8/5): -
- Marumo (7/5): Our stay was ok, we had everything we needed and the rooms were clean and well looked after. - The cost, cleanliness and staff friendly service The door was not closing properly and someone tried to get into our room.
- Jannie (6/5): Not very suitable for business travel. However, loved the location and I was super impressed with the staff. - Fantastic location. Fantastic staff! Very affordable. No easy accessible electricity port to plug in a computer or charge a phone. Complementary breakfast was disappointing (some basic ingredients out of stock).
- Taljaard (5/5): - The river view. Bathroom basin mixer loose. Bathroom table top cracked. Fridge dented. Carpet not clean. Lack of maintenance. Outside tables not clean.
- Rudzani (10/5): -
- Khechane (8/5): - Next to the river, serving of breakfast and economic . I hated the fact that I stayed for a short time.
No tea facilities in the rooms,
The address took us to a different place on bookings,com
- Tsatsi (9/5): - The view in the garden and the surrounding houses environment To put body lotion in the bathroom is good but they didnt have bathing soap or shampoo
- Tsidi (8/5): -
- PORTIA (10/5): Excellent - The view to the river Nothing
- Van Niekerk (10/5): What a weekend. They should put covered parking as my insurance warning off possible hail. - Richard is the perfect host. He is always there to help Place needs some work. Half the lights don't work and covered parking would much be appreciated
- Babsie (8/5): - Richard the hist and breakfast chef was absolutely amazing. Extremely helpful and kind.
The place was perfect for the rest and relaxation
- Jurgen (2/5): Wont recommend staying here at all. Pay a bit more and stay somewhere better - Beautiful golf course and its adjacent to the Vaal river When we got their we didnt het the twin room we booked. The receptionist whom is also the cleaner and the chef “cleaned” another room. The room had a lot of water damage. Bath was dirty. Mold on the shower head. Lights were dead and not replaced. Ceiling fan was broken. No tv remote. Room was dirty and the included breakfast was so disappointing.
- Sean (9/5): - great stay
- Mpho (9/5): -
- Jamba (8/5): - The place is fabulous and relaxing mood. The staff need to be professional please. They ddnt serve the breakfast like they promised.
- moema (6/5): -
- Kevin (2/5): not much to say, go try it for yourself - Need lots of TLC lights not working tvs not woking with the cables unpluged Placed in such a nice spot
- MaDlam's (9/5): - The place is quiet and nice First day breakfast was late than the time we agreed on
- Lauren (8/5): -
- Mmaphuti (2/5): - The view is nice Smelly carpet. Smelly fridge not cleaned before our arrival. Bed is old and sagging. Place can use a renovation.
Overworked staff. Dusty artificial flowers on breakfast tables.
- Khubayi (8/5): -
- Dzviti (7/5): - Everything was ok the room and the bath were clean The staff they are a bit slow we had to wait for an hour before the breakfast come and the television doesn't work and the room is so hot with no air conditioner and we paid for the picnic and told that there were going to be salads and other food but it wasn't there so you should include menus that we can choose what we want thank you
- Modiehi Chenje (7/5): - Nice clean room. No rails in the bathroom.(risk of fall)
No condiments e.g milk and coffee.
- Godfrey (8/5): -
- Ditabeng (10/5): very divine, soothing environment, not congested and the feeling of the wild - Breakfast was nicely cooked and very much edible. The table setup was amazing and the environment is very neat. so far i liked almost everything about the place
- Daniel (8/5): We both enjoyed our stay. Thanks. - Breakfast tasty and good. The location is good. Enjoyed the drive range Wifi very bad. Improve your Android TV, I missed Sundowns and Orlando Pirates great game!!!
- Dean (7/5): -
- Boikie (8/5): - Richard was the best! Lovely guy. Wifi and there was no tea/coffee in the room.
- Presley (9/5): -
- Gigi (10/5): Nice and peaceful - Breakfast was delicious TV and remote were glitchy
- Tess (1/5): People of Emufuleni are dishonest, as they were unable to meet their advert - The place is a scam, I never got to go to it, I was told I could not be accommodated No more payment before arrival at facility.
- Carmen (2/5): - Prices include breakfast - however there was no body there in the morning for the breakfast - there was no one there period
- Zweli (10/5): Richard was welcoming and explained everything - Breakfast was nice, place is in a secured estate. None
- Olivier (1/5): Bad experience poor facility - Nothing What a poor facility, not worth the money you pay
Host can barely speak english
Tv not operational
No tv remote, host gave us 3 remotes to try to no avail
No complimentary tea or coffee
Complimentary body wash no shampoo
Carpets very dirty
There is nobody on site to manage noise made by other residents
We tried to confront them a few times to be silent, to no avail
They went silent only at 03:30 then started again at 06:00
We left in the morning tired and declined to have their breakfast that was included in the rate just to get away from this place
Never again!
- Bhekokuhle (8/5): -
- Ndlovu (10/5): -
- Bafana (10/5): -
- Modise (9/5): - The river side Nothing
- Tshepo (8/5): -
- Ma (6/5): -
- Mohlahleli (4/5): The place is really beautiful and tranquil, however maintenance could be better. - I unfortunately did not make it to breakfast, I would've loved have some though. I did not like the level of cleanliness in the rooms. Firstly, the sheets were not fresh... I suspected that they were not washed.
Secondly, the carpet was dirty and had alot of stains. Thirdly, there were cockroaches in the room and other parts of the wardrobe had spider webs.
- Nontokozo (10/5): - We truly enjoyed our stay—what a beautiful and peaceful place! Everything felt safe and welcoming, and we only wish we had more days to enjoy it. My family absolutely loved the experience. A special thank you to Richard for being so helpful and kind—he really made a difference. We’re already looking forward to coming back. Thank you for the warm hospitality!We truly enjoyed our stay—what a beautiful and peaceful place! Everything felt safe and welcoming, and we only wish we had more days to enjoy it. My family absolutely loved the experience. A special thank you to Richard for being so helpful and kind—he really made a difference. We’re already looking forward to coming back. Thank you for the warm hospitality! River view 😍
- Sbusisiwe (8/5): It was amazing - It was close to shopping malls and I loved the restaurant inside the Estate was very convenient. Loved that it was safe. The TV wasn’t working which was bad
- Percy (5/5): Served its purpose but nothing memorable at all. - Breakfast was just basic. Nothing special really. Access into the lodge was not bad even though navigation wasn't the best. I had to call the lodge to get the actual location. AIRCON should be standard. There was no TV remote so we couldnt watch anything on TV as a result.
- Angie (10/5): -
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