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Bed & Breakfast Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
This lodge actively clears alien vegetation and plants indigenous trees to offset carbon footprint. It utilizes energy-saving measures like solar heating and gas cooking, employs a gravity-feed water system, filters river water, and uses aerated grey water for irrigation. The lodge also has an active recycling and composting program.
Small Bed & Breakfast
Bitou River Lodge, located off the R340, Wittedrift Road, offers a bed and breakfast experience. It provides a tranquil and intimate setting, perfect for a relaxing escape.
Bed & Breakfast with Swimming Pool
Outdoor Pool
4-Star Bed & Breakfast
Bed & Breakfast where Extra Health & Safety Measures Have Been Taken
Arrival
Do the hotel's main entrance doors open automatically? No
Can guests access their room entrance directly from outside the hotel without entering the lobby? Yes, all rooms
Cleaning
Are the rooms left vacant for a minimum period of time after a guest checks out? Yes, for 6 hours.
Is there an option for no in-room housekeeping during a guest's stay? Yes
Do you allow fresh air to enter the rooms by leaving the windows open between departures and arrivals? Yes
Does the cleaning crew wear appropriate personal protective equipment? Yes
Are guests' luggage and belongings disinfected upon arrival? Yes
Do you sanitize guests' keys/cards? Yes
Do you provide thorough cleaning of the rooms? Yes
Do you use disinfectants approved by regulatory authorities that kill the COVID-19 virus? Yes
Do you disinfect high touch areas in guest rooms including light switches and door handles? Yes
Limitations
Are elevator rides limited? There are no elevators
Is furniture in public areas arranged to allow more space for distancing? Yes
Does the hotel operate at a limited capacity? Yes, up to 100% of the rooms can be occupied
Does the hotel accept domestic bookings only? No
Do you allow people who don't stay or work at the hotel to enter its premises? Yes
Do you allow people who don't stay at the hotel to enter the rooms? No
Have you altered check-in / check-out hours to allow more time between departures and arrivals? Yes, New hours: Check-in: 02:00 - Check-out: 10:00
Accessories
Do you provide medical kits (masks, gloves and sanitizer) to the staff? Yes
Do you provide medical kits (masks, gloves and sanitizer) to the guests? No
Do you provide disinfecting wipes in each room? No
Is there a sanitizing sprayer for shoes outside each room? No
Do you have any signage in lobbies to remind guests to maintain social distancing protocols? Yes
Is there an individual air-conditioning/heating unit in each room (no central air-conditioning/heating system)? Yes
If there are central air-conditioning/heating/ventilation systems, is air recirculation prevented? No
Are unnecessary items removed from guest rooms, such as decorative pillows, bed scarves/throws , paper notepads and pens? No
Are air purification and sanitization devices installed? No
Are linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with the official guidelines? Yes
Is dirty linen bagged in the guest room to eliminate excess contact while being transported to the laundry facility? Yes
Food & Beverage Service
Do you offer pre-made boxed meals to guests? Yes
Do you offer single-serve options instead of buffets for breakfast? Yes
Do you offer contactless delivery for in-room dining? Yes
Protocols & Certifications
Do you follow any of these protocols or have you obtained any of these certifications?
The South African Ministry of Tourism certificate
Has there been a person appointed to supervise the correct implementation of the measures? No
Do you check temperature for all onsite staff on a scheduled basis? No
Do your staff practice social distancing guidelines? Yes
Are there dedicated isolation zones on property? Yes
Do you have clear guidelines on how to handle suspected or confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19)? Yes
Is there a doctor available either on-site or on-call? Yes
Double RoomThis room features a patio and opens onto the garden leading to the river. It comes with a TV, fan and the bed is draped in mosquito nets.
The private bathroom includes a bath and shower.
Please take note this room cannot accommodate extra guests.
Twin RoomThis room features a patio and opens onto the garden leading to the river. It comes with a TV, fan and the bed is draped in mosquito nets.
The private bathroom includes a bath and shower.
There is an extra sofa bed available in this room.
Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies). The extra person rates vary according to the season and room category and may be lower than indicated in the policies.
Guest Reviews
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Yes, Bitou River Lodge has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Bitou River Lodge.
No, Bitou River Lodge doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Bitou River Lodge.