Title: Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) # Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Family-friendly lodge with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa ![Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/7f6ae327.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/d97cb573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/2de459a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/aed4eee0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments, facials](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/685436cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to the Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa, where you can unwind at the poolside bar or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment. Enjoy family-friendly fun with mini golf and a playground, plus delicious local cuisine at the on-site buffet restaurant. With free WiFi, an arcade/game room, and helpful staff praised by guests. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Breakfast included - Pool - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping £331 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 26 - Nov 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 27 - Nov 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - 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1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/6d1f78be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Luxury Cottage 8 Sleeper (6) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Fireplace Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bidet Bathrobes - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 2 King Beds OR 3 Single Beds ![Luxury Premier Cottages King (9) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/3a7ecd34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Premier Cottages King (9) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Fireplace Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bidet Bathrobes - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/07f47550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Premier Cottages King and Twin (10) ### Highlights Fireplace Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bidet Bathrobes - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/d49391d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Lodge Rooms (12) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bidet Bathrobes - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/399cf1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Lodge Rooms (13) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Mini-fridge Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bidet Bathrobes Rainfall showerhead - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/7837f6d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bidet Bathrobes Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 614 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Pool View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/15efe11c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Pool View ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Bidet Hairdryer Bathrobes Private bathroom - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Double 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%2FTouws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTouws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.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-33.35152%2C19.93575&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CIE0e2xAY7rC2OjhYSPzN2bd1SM=) off the R46, Touws River, Western Cape #### What's nearby - Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Hex Valley Golf Club - 33 min drive - 31.2 miles - Veldskoen Padstal - 34 min drive - 32.7 miles #### Getting around - Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 123 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Poolside restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Level Up Lounge & Bar - ‬1 min walk - ‪karoo chicken kitchen - ‬7 min drive - ‪Patriot Coffee - ‬7 min drive - ‪Steers - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Upscale family-friendly lodge You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and mini golf at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa. Treat yourself to a facial, a manicure/pedicure or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site local cuisine buffet restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge) - A gift shop, barbecues and luggage storage Room features All 77 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, bidets and baths or showers - Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests. ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5790000/5782000/5781939/ccf6ed47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karoo 1 Hotel Village De Doorns - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 31 reviews £57 includes taxes & fees 27 Nov - 28 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=5781939&PinnedHotelID=5781939&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Things to do - 2 outdoor pools - Arcade/game room - Free children's club - Full-service spa - Game drive - Horseback riding/rentals - Indoor pool - Mini golf - Playground - Safari - Sauna - Steam room - Wine tasting room ### Family friendly - 2 outdoor pools - Arcade/game room - Babysitting (surcharge) - Free children's club - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Mini golf - Mini-fridge - Playground - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Conference centre - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Pool loungers ### Full-service spa - 10 treatment rooms - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage - Sauna - Spa open daily - Steam room ### Accessibility - Lift (90 centimetre wide door) ### More - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1998 - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Mini-fridge ### More - Air conditioning - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 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 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. 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 Cashless transactions are available This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Aquila Private Game Aquila Private Game Reserve Lodge Touws River Aquila Private Game Reserve Touws River Aquila Private Reserve Aquila Private Game Reserve & Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Touws River Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge Touws River ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool and 2 outdoor pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa? > As of 26 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa on 3 Dec 2025 start from £331.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa located? > Set in Touws River, this family-friendly lodge is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Bokkeriviere Nature Reserve. Veldskoen Padstal and Hex Valley Golf Club are also within 32 miles (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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