Title: Zenzele River Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Zenzele River Lodge Game drives showcase African wildlife while the outdoor pool offers relaxation at this nature-focused lodge where adventure meets tranquility ## Photo gallery for Zenzele River Lodge ![BBQ/picnic Area - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/d68d4667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/99aff44e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room amenity - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/5b1aa67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/62ea3166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room amenity - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/0062e531.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Zenzele River Lodge combines wildlife viewing with comfortable amenities. Guests enjoy a full breakfast at no extra cost, WiFi access in common areas, and an outdoor pool for cooling off after safari activities. 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Tambo Intl.) - 94 min drive ## About this property ### Zenzele River Lodge Property highlights Free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Zenzele River Lodge. Active travellers can enjoy mountain biking at this lodge. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this lodge include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A safari, 1 meeting room and a banquet hall - Wedding services and game drive on-site Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished and include comforts, such as air conditioning. 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 24-hour pool access ### Property is also known as Zenzele River Lodge Rust De Winter Zenzele River Lodge Zenzele River Rust De Winter Zenzele River Zenzele River Lodge Bela-Bela Zenzele River Bela-Bela Zenzele River Lodge Lodge Zenzele River Lodge Bela-Bela Zenzele River Lodge Lodge Bela-Bela ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Zenzele River Lodge have a pool? ### Is Zenzele River Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Zenzele River Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Zenzele River Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Zenzele River Lodge? ### Where is Zenzele River Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Zenzele River Lodge Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Helen , Devon 28 Sept 2017 #### NIce stay We stayed one night and chose the cheaper room which was next to the kitchen. Other accommodation looked so much better and overlooked the river. However the room was fine for our overnight stay. Food was OK - Nothing to grumble about for the price paid. Would stay there again. ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Herita Motlatsi 13 Feb 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### refreshing beautiful place The place is beautiful, clean and quite relaxing. Just a bit disappointed that there is no Spa. ##### Herita Motlatsi ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Feb 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful scenery, over and beyond the mountains. Seen crocodiles from our room. Friendly staff and and clean rooms. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noluthando Nobuhle 4 Jan 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### convenient and clean It was amazing ##### Noluthando Nobuhle ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 2 Aug 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Peter ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Salo' du Parc](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salo-Hotels-Hotel-Salo-Du-Parc.h1315208.Hotel-Information) > > [Citrus Hotel Coventry by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Citrus-Hotel-Coventry-By-Compass-Hospitality.h47469.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tampa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tampa-Hotels.d602996.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rome-Hotels-Rome-Cavalieri.h14941.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Folkestone Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Beach-Hotels.0-l6091991-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Highlands Reserve Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Highlands-Reserve-Villas.h9395364.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Macallan Distillery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Macallan-Distillery-Hotels.0-l6088721-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Concorde Green Park Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-El-Kantaoui-Hotels-Barcelo-Concorde-Green-Park-Palace.h14718850.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Brighton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brighton-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6046944-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Stunning Two Bedroom, Ground Floor Apartment in prestigious urbanisation ☀️ ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rojales-Hotels-Cuidad-Quesada-Rojales-Wonderful-Two-Bedroom.h19487205.Hotel-Information) > > [Goa Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panaji-Hotels-Goa-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h522986.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Parking in Bamburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bamburgh-Hotels-Hotel-With-Parking.0-0-d181022-thotelwithparking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Middle House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyburn-Hotels-The-White-Rose-Hotel.h26449497.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to Rishikesh (DED)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/ded/london-to-dehradun) > > [Flights from Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/178248/flights-from-chicago) > > [Flights from Baltimore (BWI) to Boston (BOS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bwi/bos/baltimore-to-boston) > > [Flights from Manchester to LON-All Airports](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/lon/manchester-to-london) ### Cars > [Car hire in Salzburg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Salzburg.d3350.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Europcar Car Rentals In Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Europcar-Car-Rentals-In-Heathrow.d5392460-c14.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities ### Packages > [Harrods](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harrods-London-City-Centre.d501562.Attraction) > > [Lauterbrunnen Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lauterbrunnen.d6046756.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Javea Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Javea.d55335.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Nick Nairn Cook School](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nick-Nairn-Cook-School-Stirling.d553248621532493584.Attraction) ---