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Rhino River Lodge

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Jozini lodge

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Luxury House (Homestead) | Outdoor pool | Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi
Luxury House (Homestead) | Living area
Living room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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P450, Bayala, Jozini, KwaZulu-Natal, 3960
  • Place, Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Place, iSimangaliso Wetland Park
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | 2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury House (Homestead) | Outdoor pool | Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers

Luxury House (Homestead)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Cottage | Outdoor pool | Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers

Cottage

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 6028 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 6028 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • 6028 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Jozini

In regional park.You'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and 32 miles (52 km) of Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Bonamanzi Private Game Reserve - 52 min drive - 27.7 miles
  • Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre - 60 min drive - 33.1 miles
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 60 min drive - 25.3 miles

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rhino River Lodge Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Rhino River Lodge

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Jozini lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Rhino River Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Jozini lodge.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rhino River Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2005/017329/07

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rhino River Lodge Jozini
Rhino River Hluhluwe
Rhino River Lodge
Rhino River Lodge Hluhluwe
River Rhino
Rhino River Jozini
Rhino River Lodge Lodge
Rhino River Lodge Jozini
Rhino River Lodge Lodge Jozini

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rhino River Lodge to the airport?

Rhino River Lodge is 78.8 mi (126-min drive) away from the Richards Bay (RCB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rhino River Lodge?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rhino River Lodge on Jun 16, 2026 start from $604, 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Rhino River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rhino River Lodge.

Does Rhino River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Yes, Rhino River Lodge offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rhino River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Rhino River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1 PM.

Is there free parking at Rhino River Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Rhino River Lodge have a pool?

Rhino River Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6 AM to 10 PM.

Does Rhino River Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Rhino River Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Rhino River Lodge to downtown Jozini?

Rhino River Lodge is 26.1 mi away from Jozini.

Rhino River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
O staff do hotel é muito gentil, nosso driver foi excelente!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Juste parfait

Magnifique lodge Des l arrivée on voit plein d'animaux Personnel très accueillant Safari hyper confort : 4x4 avec toit, couvertures, rien n'est laissé au hasard avec plein de petites attentions Nourriture excellente Coin salon lounge superbe
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good stay but perhaps better value for money at other lodges near by.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice safari lodge

Great staff, excellent food, wonderful wildlife viewing. Staff made us feel like family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous bush lodge in a private big 5 reserve

Rhino river lodge is a great place to stay within a private reserve. The enthusiasm of the rangers and their willingness to go that extra mile to find that animal sighting that you are looking for is what makes this place special. The chalets are enormous and the homestead is the perfect place for a large family or for friends sharing. Food is simple but good.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Loved everything about Rhino River, the accommodation, the food, the friendly people, the game drives.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glimrende Lodge, fantastisk personale!

Rino River Lodge er for meg ekte Sør Afrika og et høydepunkt i ferien. Her får du mye for lite penger. En stor takk til hele personale som sammen med det fantastiske dyrelivet gjorde til tre uforglemmelige dager.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tres chouette endroit

Un hotel qui ne paye pas de mine mais qui propose un tres bon rapport qualite/prix. Confort tres tres correct, on y mange tres bien et les safaris sont faits avec un grand professionnalisme. On recommande vraiment
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money

Lovely stay! Great area, we saw lots of animal, a lot more than expected. Excellent guides, great service. Good food. Excellent value for money! We hope to come again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

berthold

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Nette Anlage fuer Kurzurlaub

Was unsere Safari betrifft koennten wir von den big Five jedenfalls 4 in freier Wildbahn beobachten. Die Tour war professionel gefuehrt und hat richtig Spass gemacht. Was unser Zimmer betrifft , war Ausstattung & Sauberkeit absolut in Ordnung. Die Kueche war durch weg eine Zumutung, das Personal , junge Mitarbeiter ohne professionelle Ausbildung ueberfordert. Sofern man den Aufenthalt ohne moegliche Ansprueche an Service oder Kueche akzeptiert ist das Safari Erlebniss aehnlich wie Thanda zum Halben Preis.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

safari

I thought the Rhino River Lodge was amazing. The staff were knowledgeable , and friendly. We were made to feel welcome and at home. It is those little things like walking you back to your room after dinner that made me feel special. I was really impressed with the accommodation and will recommend Rhino River Lodge to all my friends.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018