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Kwantu Private Game Reserve

5.0 star property
Family-friendly upscale lodge with 2 outdoor pools

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1 Daniel Street, Sidbury, Eastern Cape, 6131
  • Place, Settlers Garden 1820
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Place, Rhodes University
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

CHALET LUXURY

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

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LUXURY BUSH

  • 1614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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ELEPHANT RIDGE

  • 1614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sidbury

In Sidbury .You'll be 29.7 mi (47.8 km) from Addo Elephant National Park with a stay at this Sidbury lodge.
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What's nearby

  • Bushman Sands Golf Club - 33 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 53 min drive - 33.7 miles
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 53 min drive - 33.7 miles
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 54 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Rhodes University - 55 min drive - 34.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Africa restaurant - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Kwantu Private Game Reserve

Family-friendly upscale lodge with 2 outdoor pools
Kwantu Private Game Reserve offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this lodge measures 1615 square feet (150 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury Kwantu Private Game Reserve also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and concierge services. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Sidbury lodge.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 1615 sq ft of conference space
  • 150 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2009
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Kwantu Private Game Reserve offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers.

This Sidbury lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Supervised activities for children

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Safari
  • Tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
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.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 325 (up to 11 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Kwantu Private Game Reserve.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Kwantu
Kwantu Game
Kwantu Game Reserve
Kwantu Private Game Reserve Lodge
Kwantu Private Game Reserve Hotel
Kwantu Private Game Reserve Hotel Sidbury
Kwantu Private Game Reserve Sidbury
Kwantu Private Reserve
Kwantu Reserve
Kwantu Private Game Reserve South Africa/Sidbury
Kwantu Private Game Reserve Lodge Sidbury
Kwantu Private Game Reserve Sidbury
Kwantu Private Game Reserve Lodge Sidbury

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kwantu Private Game Reserve to the airport?

Kwantu Private Game Reserve is 58.7 mi (76-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kwantu Private Game Reserve?

As of Jul 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kwantu Private Game Reserve on Jul 21, 2026 start from $572, 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 Kwantu Private Game Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Kwantu Private Game Reserve offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of ZAR 650 per person, one-way.

Does Kwantu Private Game Reserve offer free breakfast?

Kwantu Private Game Reserve offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kwantu Private Game Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Kwantu Private Game Reserve?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Kwantu Private Game Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Kwantu Private Game Reserve have a pool?

Kwantu Private Game Reserve features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Does Kwantu Private Game Reserve have a restaurant?

Kwantu Private Game Reserve is home to Pollards Inn, which features Regional cuisine.

Does Kwantu Private Game Reserve have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Kwantu Private Game Reserve to downtown Sidbury?

Kwantu Private Game Reserve is 0.1 mi away from Sidbury.

Kwantu Private Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing and the staff are super knowledgeable and friendly! We would stay here again! We were able to see all of the animals on our first game drive and that made the trip! Thank you again for making our vacation so memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaazia

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

unforgettable weekend

Amazing weekend, staff go out of their way to ensure you are happy and they will try their upmost best to ensure you get game sightings during the stay. food is amazing, benefit if you are Muslim it is 100% halal accommodation is very luxurious and comfortable. Definitely a 5 star experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant game drive plenty to see - the rooms were fabulous backing onto the lion park! Enjoyed the game drive slight mix up with the early morning drive so that was annoying - but overall saw most of the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eric

Liked: Room comfort

Fawlty Towers in Africa including wildebeest !!

Two sides to this place The game reserve and rangers Superb and all you could wish for really excellent. The Hotel We knew the hotel was Islamic and so alcohol free and had therefore expected and excellent choice of fruit based drinks . Still water and appletiser were all that was offered we requested fizzy water Not stocked I asked for a cheese omelette at breakfast no cheese available ,same next morning third morning a small amount of grated cheese had been found I wished I had given it a miss No Menus at meal times because you get what you are given it was O K but all meat based None of the staff had identification badges so you never knew who to ask for what The infrastructure of this place is creaking loose stair carpet on main stairs broken tiles and so on it needs updating with a proper maintanance plan We had stayed at the Wistin in Dubai On the way out The owner of Kwantu needs to send his management team to stay in a 5 star hotel in Cape town for a couple of days so they can see what a real 5 star hotel offers and how to do it properly. Basil would be proud of this place his dream lives on
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

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

Beautiful place.

We stayed at the hotel/Pollards Inn. It is a beautiful place but maybe we will try the Lodges next time as they are actually inside the game area, although they are VERY quiet. This could be made clearer in the bookings. So if you want a bit more activity then stay at the Inn. But if you want less activity and more direct viewing of animals then stay in the Lodges. Both are beautifully decorated, luxurious, and clean. The animal experience was unforgettable. There were excellent and well organized activities such as game drives, predator rehabilitation center, and elephant sanctuary with very knowledgeable and personable guides. The most significant drawback was that the WiFi/Internet access was very poor and should be upgraded. Guests should also be forewarned to keep their sliding doors to the balconies closed to keep the Vervet Monkeys out of the rooms. We did not have any issue but know of several guests who did leave the doors open and had their rooms messed up by the monkeys looking for food/sugar packets. Food was plentiful and great tasting but maybe not the highest quality- average overall, though the seafood curries were outstanding. Also maybe make clearer in the bookings that no alcohol (wine/beer) is served or available since the place is owned by and caters to the Muslim population. It wasn't a problem really but was unexpected. Great experience overall.
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2/10 Terrible

J.B.J.

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

Kwantu game reserve een absolute afrader

Mijn eerdere beoordeling is afgewezen. waarschijnlijk was de beoordeling te vervelend voor u en Kwantu. ik had dit al verwacht, als een beoordeling te kritisch is en de waarheid te dicht in de buurt komt; in China en Rusland bv. werkt dit ook zo.Dat heet censuur. ik wens in de toekomst niets meer met hotels.com te maken te hebben.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025