River View Lodge
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Summary of reviewsRiver View Lodge is ideally situated in a serene location alongside the Chobe River, offering guests a tranquil retreat with stunning views and easy access to iconic attractions such as Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park. The lodge's picturesque and peaceful setting provides an excellent base for exploration, allowing visitors to enjoy both adventure and relaxation. This balance of tranquility and accessibility makes for a memorable stay, enhanced by the lodge's proximity to natural beauty and cultural landmarks.
Guests consistently praise the culinary offerings at River View Lodge. The breakfast, noted for its quality and variety, features well-prepared options ranging from fresh fruit to hearty cooked selections. The continuous availability of coffee, tea, and muffins throughout the day adds a hospitable touch. Dinner experiences are equally commendable, with delicious meals that include unique menu options and a standout evening BBQ. While some diners suggest more variety in the fixed dinner menu, the overall dining experience is often deemed superior to other lodges.
Accommodations at the lodge are described as clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated with modern furnishings, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The rooms, featuring renovated bathrooms and ample amenities, provide guests with homely and relaxing environments. High standards of cleanliness are maintained across the property, from rooms to common areas, contributing to a tidy and organized ambiance that guests appreciate.
The lodge's staff receives extensive praise for their warm, attentive, and courteous service. Guests frequently highlight the team's friendliness and helpfulness, noting their commitment to providing an exceptional stay. The professionalism of both management and guides is particularly recognized, with specific staff members such as Mossie commended for outstanding service.
The outdoor pool area, although compact, is maintained well and offers a pleasant spot for relaxation with clean facilities and ample sun loungers. Additionally, the surrounding bar and evening firepit provide delightful settings for unwinding and socializing. Despite some suggestions for improving pool accessibility and appearance, the overall ambiance contributes positively to the guest experience. Overall, River View Lodge delivers a harmonious blend of comfort, hospitality, and scenic beauty, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable stay for visitors.
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Guests consistently praise the culinary offerings at River View Lodge. The breakfast, noted for its quality and variety, features well-prepared options ranging from fresh fruit to hearty cooked selections. The continuous availability of coffee, tea, and muffins throughout the day adds a hospitable touch. Dinner experiences are equally commendable, with delicious meals that include unique menu options and a standout evening BBQ. While some diners suggest more variety in the fixed dinner menu, the overall dining experience is often deemed superior to other lodges.
Accommodations at the lodge are described as clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated with modern furnishings, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The rooms, featuring renovated bathrooms and ample amenities, provide guests with homely and relaxing environments. High standards of cleanliness are maintained across the property, from rooms to common areas, contributing to a tidy and organized ambiance that guests appreciate.
The lodge's staff receives extensive praise for their warm, attentive, and courteous service. Guests frequently highlight the team's friendliness and helpfulness, noting their commitment to providing an exceptional stay. The professionalism of both management and guides is particularly recognized, with specific staff members such as Mossie commended for outstanding service.
The outdoor pool area, although compact, is maintained well and offers a pleasant spot for relaxation with clean facilities and ample sun loungers. Additionally, the surrounding bar and evening firepit provide delightful settings for unwinding and socializing. Despite some suggestions for improving pool accessibility and appearance, the overall ambiance contributes positively to the guest experience. Overall, River View Lodge delivers a harmonious blend of comfort, hospitality, and scenic beauty, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable stay for visitors.
Lodge with Swimming Pool
River View Lodge features an outdoor pool with a poolside bar, providing a relaxing atmosphere for guests. The lodge's location near the Cuando River and its well-maintained garden enhance the overall appeal of the pool area.
Outdoor Pool
Lodge with Parking
This lodge provides an excellent base for exploring Chobe, offering personalized experiences and competitive prices. It features safari jeeps, trucks, and boats, enabling convenient access to activities directly from the lodge.
Small Lodge
Offering great views and a mid-range price point, this lodge provides a comfortable and scenic stay. It's perfect for travelers seeking a balance of affordability and quality, with river views that enhance the overall experience.
4-Star Lodge
Located in Kazungula, near Chobe, this lodge is an oasis of tranquility set within immaculately manicured gardens. It offers a personalized, quality experience with safari jeeps, trucks, and boats for activities, exceptional food, and genuine friendliness from the staff.
Lodge with Outdoor Pool
Situated directly on the banks of the lower Chobe River, this lodge boasts a sparkling outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas. Guests can also enjoy a poolside bar and scenic river and garden views.
Luxury Lodge
Lodge where Extra Health & Safety Measures Have Been Taken
Arrival
Do visitors need a health certificate (i.e. a test) prior to arrival?
No
No
Do you perform temperature checks upon guests' arrivals?
Yes, to all guests
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Guest Reviews
River View Lodge is situated in a spectacular location, offering guests a tranquil retreat directly alongside the river. This beautifully maintained facility boasts a gorgeous riverside setting, providing picturesque views of the Chobe. Its proximity to the Cuando River lends a quiet and pleasant atmosphere, ideal for relaxation. The lodge's position near the Chobe National Park makes it an excellent base for exploring the region, while being slightly outside of Kasane contributes to a peaceful yet accessible experience.
With close proximity to iconic attractions such as Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park, visitors can easily embark on adventures while enjoying the serene surroundings. The combination of stunning views, a tranquil environment, and strategic access to popular sites ensures that guests enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay in this magnificent riverside location. Despite a minor drawback regarding views of the river from certain spots, the lodge itself is cosy and comfortable, promising wonderful beds to rejuvenate even the most fatigued travelers.
River View Lodge delights guests with its consistently praised breakfast offerings. Emphasizing quality and variety, guests enjoy delicious meals that change regularly, providing a refreshing start to the day. The breakfast receives high marks for its well-prepared and extensive options, including fresh fruit, cereals, cold meats, and delectable muffins. Omelettes and other cooked selections maintain a high standard, despite some wishing for additional choices. The hotel's attention to detail and culinary care is evident in both breakfast and dinner services, with many guests noting the high quality and flavor of every meal. Coffee, tea, and muffins available throughout the day add a warm, continuous touch that enhances the overall dining experience at the lodge.
At River View Lodge, guests consistently praise the delightful culinary experience offered. The quality of the food receives high marks, with many describing it as delicious, amazing, and super delicious. The dining experience is enhanced by unique and hearty menu options that contribute to the overall enjoyment of meals. Guests particularly commend the evening BBQ, which stands out as a highlight. While the fixed dinner menu is generally well-received, some diners note that it could benefit from more variety in choices. Despite these suggestions for improvement, dinners at River View Lodge are often described as better than those in comparable lodges. Additionally, the thoughtful presentation of meals, alongside opportunities to meet fellow travelers during dinner, adds a special touch to the dining experience at the lodge. Overall, guests leave satisfied with the delicious meals that complement their stay.
River View Lodge promises a delightful stay with its rooms that guests find consistently clean, spacious, and beautifully decorated. Guests appreciate the modern furnishings and light color schemes that contribute to a fresh, welcoming atmosphere. Accommodation at the lodge is described as comfortable and well-appointed, offering a homely feel that enhances the overall experience.
The lodge features new, updated rooms, including renovated bathrooms that appear almost brand new, ensuring a pleasant and hassle-free stay. Spaciousness is a standout characteristic, with large rooms and even larger bathrooms providing ample space for relaxation. Moreover, the amenities provided are thoughtfully detailed, adding to the sense of comfort and ease.
Overall, River View Lodge impresses with its well-kept and homely property, delivering tranquility that guests cherish. The combination of beautiful décor, cleanliness, and modern conveniences sets a high standard that makes it a memorable destination.
River View Lodge has consistently impressed guests with its exceptional standards of cleanliness. The rooms are described as immaculately clean and modernly furnished, offering comfort and style. Guests frequently mention the spotless and spacious accommodation, which is not only attractively presented but also well maintained. The entire lodge, from the rooms to the common areas, is highlighted for its tidiness and organization, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. The property is noted for its beautiful upkeep, making it an ideal choice for those valuing cleanliness in their lodging experience.
Visitors to River View Lodge consistently praise the establishment’s exemplary staff, highlighting their warm and attentive demeanor. Guests frequently note the team's friendliness, with many feeling they went above and beyond to accommodate their needs and inquiries. The staff is often described as super helpful, organized, and courteous, contributing significantly to the welcoming atmosphere of the lodge. Many reviews emphasize their exceptional service, noting how the staff's warmth and professionalism make guests feel right at home. Particular commendation is given to both the management and guides for adding substantial value and respect to the overall guest experience. The staff's politeness and immediate attention to requests underscore their commitment to providing a memorable and pleasant stay. Mossie, a member of the team, is specifically mentioned for exemplary service, further reflecting the high standards maintained across the board.
River View Lodge offers guests a charming outdoor area featuring a pool that serves as an inviting spot for relaxation and cooling off, especially during the warm midday hours. Despite its compact size, the pool is well-maintained and praised for its cleanliness, providing an excellent area for visitors to unwind. The surrounding space is well-equipped with sun loungers, allowing guests to soak up the sun comfortably. Additionally, the lodge boasts a great little bar, perfect for enjoying a drink in the evenings around the Boma. However, some reviews mention that the pool's appearance does not always match expectations and that improvements in accessibility are needed. Overall, the pool and its surrounding area contribute positively to the guest experience at River View Lodge.
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Location
With close proximity to iconic attractions such as Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park, visitors can easily embark on adventures while enjoying the serene surroundings. The combination of stunning views, a tranquil environment, and strategic access to popular sites ensures that guests enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay in this magnificent riverside location. Despite a minor drawback regarding views of the river from certain spots, the lodge itself is cosy and comfortable, promising wonderful beds to rejuvenate even the most fatigued travelers.
Breakfast
Dinner
Rooms
The lodge features new, updated rooms, including renovated bathrooms that appear almost brand new, ensuring a pleasant and hassle-free stay. Spaciousness is a standout characteristic, with large rooms and even larger bathrooms providing ample space for relaxation. Moreover, the amenities provided are thoughtfully detailed, adding to the sense of comfort and ease.
Overall, River View Lodge impresses with its well-kept and homely property, delivering tranquility that guests cherish. The combination of beautiful décor, cleanliness, and modern conveniences sets a high standard that makes it a memorable destination.
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Pool
Yes, River View Lodge has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at River View Lodge.
No, River View Lodge doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at River View Lodge.
No, River View Lodge doesn't have a gym.
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