Title: Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4685716&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Riverside lodge with free breakfast and spa services ## Photo gallery for Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge ![Lounge - Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4690000/4685800/4685716/764f81a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night - Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4690000/4685800/4685716/e6d0e5f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Great Fish River Lodge Suite | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, deep-soaking bathtub, designer toiletries - Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4690000/4685800/4685716/d55fd98b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4690000/4685800/4685716/9b54f0e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4690000/4685800/4685716/d9287ab8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge offers a peaceful escape by the water. Enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet, spa treatments like massages and manicures, practical amenities like laundry service, complimentary babysitting, WiFi, and a refreshing outdoor pool. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Spa - Breakfast included - Pool - All-inclusive - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 10 - Dec 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 11 - Dec 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=4685716&PinnedHotelID=4685716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Great Fish River Lodge Suite ![Great Fish River Lodge Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4690000/4685800/4685716/06b44aad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Great Fish River Lodge Suite 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate dining area Heating Fridge Free minibar items Premium bedding Separate bedroom Separate bath and shower Private bathroom - 549 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGrahamstown-Hotels-Kwandwe-Great-Fish-River-Lodge.h4685716.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGrahamstown-Hotels-Kwandwe-Great-Fish-River-Lodge.h4685716.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.14547%2C26.52671&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nr0REyKAnzlomkTgqjgI21oOb_g=) Heatherton Towers, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6140 #### What's nearby - Kwandwe Private Game Reserve \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George \- 58 min drive \- 29.1 miles - Rhodes University \- 59 min drive \- 29.8 miles - Settlers Garden 1820 \- 61 min drive \- 30.6 miles - 1820 Settlers National Monument \- 61 min drive \- 30.6 miles ## About this property ### Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Upscale all-inclusive lodge by the river Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a deep-tissue massage or a body wrap. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and free supervised childcare. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A safari, a front desk safe and game drive on-site - A porter/bellboy, outdoor furniture and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge include comforts, such as premium bedding and free stocked minibars, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate dining areas and bathrobes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with heated floors and designer toiletries - Wardrobes/cupboards, separate dining areas and fridges ### All-inclusive details This lodge is all-inclusive. 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Proposal/romance packages - Turndown service ### Outdoors - In the mountains - On a river - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Deep-tissue massages - Detox wraps - Facials - Manicures/pedicures ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Built in 2001 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Children's robes - Deep soaking bathtub - Designer toiletries - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Free stocked minibar - Refrigerator - Separate dining area ### More - Desk - Heating - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Destination fee: ZAR 350 per person, per night. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Grahamstown Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Hotel Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Hotel Grahamstown Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Lodge Grahamstown Kwandwe Great Fish River Kwandwe Private Game Reserve Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Lodge Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Makhanda Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Lodge Makhanda ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge have a pool? ### Is Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge? ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge? ### Where is Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge located? ## Have a question? 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