We arrived at the River House Lodge and the first thing we heard upon arrival was that there were elephants out back. We rushed outside and there on the river were a bunch of elephants and some rhinos down on the water, too. The lodge itself is quite beautful - full of a number of interesting antiques and other memorabilia.... More

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We made two day trips to the Kruger Park, and spent one day on the deck at River House from where we saw elephants, a hippo, a leopard with its kill, crocodiles etc. The interior is just out of this world - a touch of humor everywhere! And our two hosts were professional, friendly and... More

River House lodge is a great spot to relax and enjoy peace and quite of the Crocodile river while watching hippos swim in the river and other animals graze nearby. The hotel is located few minutes from Malelane gate of Kruger National Park and will arrange Safaris and other excursions. The hotel is small and owners Johan and Duffy are... More

Interesting location with lots of hospitality from the owners. Location on river is superb. You must like antiques and 'curiosa' to stay at this place! Breakfast was splendid! Good stop on your way to Swaziland.

We found River House by accident. One of life's nice little surprises. Johan was friendly, and really welcoming. The house is beautiful - inside and out. Filled with antiques and oddities (our bedside tables were old toilets!) and Johan's collections - old food tins, china, pottery, objects from travels abroad. When the interior became too much, the garden beckoned. A... More