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5.0 out of 5

"Lovely property in a beautiful setting. We only had one night but would recommend 2 nights to benefit from all the activities available - Addo, Sunda ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 24 Nov 2019

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Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Elephant Suite )

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
€63* Per night/room 26 May - 27 May

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Fish Eagle Suite )

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Big 5 Suite )

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Cottage (River Cottage )

Bed Count 6 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Afrika Suite )

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Dungbeetle River Lodge, you're just a quick walk from Sundays River Dunes. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.

  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Splash around at the lazy river
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes rowing/canoeing, bicycles to rent and hiking/biking trails
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Sundays River Dunes and a 5-minute drive from Matyholweni Gate
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee

Dungbeetle River Lodge ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

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Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Dungbeetle River Lodge

Couples (2)
5 out of 5
Lovely property in a beautiful setting. We only had one night but would recommend 2 nights to benefit from all the activities available - Addo, Sundays River trip, canoeing, etc. And don't be put off by appearances of the local pub, Grunters - great food and fantastic value

Posted by on 24 Nov 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Dec 2019 by etta

Thank you for your positive response, much appreciated. Etta

5 out of 5
Die Pension wird sehr liebevoll geführt: das Frühstück mit Blick auf den Fluss und die Dünen ist fantastisch gewesen. Das Personal war reizend, es gibt selbstgebackenes Brot und etwa 6 eigene Marmeladen-Kreationen sowie frisches Obst (teils sogar aus dem Garten) sowie das klassische English Breakfast mit Eierspeisen. Etta und ihr Mann sind freundliche Gastgeber und auch ein später Check-in war abweichend von den publizierten Angaben nach kurzem E-Mail-Austausch überhaupt kein Problem. Die Einrichtung der Pension wie auch des Zimmers ist originell, aber eine Geschmacksfrage und würde ich nicht gerade als modern bezeichnen. Alles war jedoch penibel sauber, sodass das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis am Ende stimmt. In den Nationalpark sind es mit dem Auto gerade mal 5 Minuten; außerdem gibt es in Colchester eine einfache Gaststätte sowie einen Spar-Supermarkt samt Tankstelle.

Posted by on 4 Apr 2019

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Property Features

Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Dungbeetle River Lodge. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Colchester bed & breakfast.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Lazy river
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

Dungbeetle River Lodge offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Colchester bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Sitting area
  • Minibar
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Cots (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Food & Drink

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a lazy river.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Game viewing nearby
  • Fishing on site
  • Game drive nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Boat and paddles on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Canoe on site
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Rowing or canoeing on site
  • Boat tours on site
  • Pedal boat on site
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 7 PM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions.

Dungbeetle River Lodge offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:30 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

This property accepts credit cards

Cashless transactions are available

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Mastercard and American Express. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on-site
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Security system
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • No front desk
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

  • Dungbeetle River Lodge Colchester
  • Dungbeetle River Colchester
  • Dungbeetle River
  • Dungbeetle River Colchester
  • Dungbeetle River Lodge Colchester
  • Dungbeetle River Lodge Bed & breakfast
  • Dungbeetle River Lodge Bed & breakfast Colchester

National Rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

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