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441 reviews

Waterside Lodge CC

Waterside Lodge CC

Kerk Street Damsite, Piet Retief, 2380, South Africa

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Pet Friendly

Casino

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

Waterside Lodge CC

Waterside Lodge CC invites travelers to Piet Retief, South Africa, perched at Kerk Street Damsite. Just 0.7mi from the city center, this riverside retreat puts town life within easy reach while offering a quiet base to unwind. Comfortable rooms come with air conditioning, non-smoking options, a kitchen and kitchenette, plus a balcony or patio to enjoy the breeze.

Facilities cover all the bases: pet-friendly (free), a casino, restaurant, and an outdoor swimming pool (free). Parking is a breeze with private parking (free) and on-site parking (free). On-site features also include a terrace, garden, patio, bar, and free toiletries, along with a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, a kitchen and kitchenette are ready to go, and meeting/banquet facilities and a business center are available for extra charges; golf, kids’ meals, and other activities may carry extra charges.

With 441 reviews, the property reflects a well-traveled perspective on stays at this Piet Retief address. Located at Kerk Street Damsite, Piet Retief, South Africa, it sits about 0.7mi from the city center, inviting explorers to mix town strolls with waterside moments.

Waterside Lodge CC offers more than a great base for Piet Retief explorations, with spaces designed to linger and unwind. A terrace, garden, and patio invite carefree mornings and sunset moments, while the bar adds a convivial corner to cap off the day. A 24-hour front desk stands by to help with tips and arrangements, and free toiletries keep things simple and comfortable.

Dining and downtime come together at GROTTO PUB & GRILL, a family-friendly on-site restaurant delivering a diverse lineup—from African and Mediterranean flavors to Mexican, pizza, seafood, steakhouse, Thai, and local grill specialties. For a splash between plans, an outdoor pool is available all season with a shallow end, offering a relaxing respite after river breezes or town explorations.

Accommodation choices span a wide range, from Basic and Economy doubles to family-friendly options like Standard Family, Family Economy, and Classic Family. Some rooms feature a Double bed, others two Twin beds, and several layouts sleep two adults and a child, with a Honeymoon Double Room offering a romantic option. For longer stays, kitchens and kitchenettes are ready to go, adding practical space for extended visits.

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Casino

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Patio

Playground

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Free toiletries

Rooms

Honeymoon Double Room in Waterside Lodge CC

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Honeymoon Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

645 sqft

Microwave

Patio

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Economy Double Room in Waterside Lodge CC

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Economy, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

300 sqft

Shower

Free toiletries

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Economy Chalet in Waterside Lodge CC

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Economy Chalet, Double/Twin

1 Double Bed

2 Twin Beds

1140 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Air conditioning

Shower

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Standard Double Room in Waterside Lodge CC

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

325 sqft

Air conditioning

Shower

Free toiletries

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Family Chalet in Waterside Lodge CC

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Family Chalet

1 Double Bed

1 Twin Bed

580 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Patio

Refrigerator

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Standard Chalet in Waterside Lodge CC

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Standard Chalet

1 Double Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Patio

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Basic Double Room in Waterside Lodge CC

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Basic

1 Double Bed

270 sqft

Refrigerator

Shower

Free toiletries

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Economy Chalet in Waterside Lodge CC

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Economy Chalet

1 Double Bed

2 Twin Beds

1140 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Air conditioning

Shower

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Standard Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

450 sqft

Refrigerator

Shower

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Family Economy

2 Twin Beds

645 sqft

Kitchen

Terrace

Microwave

Refrigerator

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Classic Family

1 Double Bed

645 sqft

Kitchenette

Balcony

Microwave

Refrigerator

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Economy

Flat-screen TV

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Guest reviews

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441 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Georgina

8.2

April 2025

I stayed at Waterside Lodge as a stopover on the way to Sodwana Bay. It was exactly what I needed - well managed, clean, comfortable and welcoming - for a one-night stay. The rooms were very clean. The beds were comfortable with pure cotton linen. The staff were unbelievably friendly and helpful.

There was nothing I would have improved on. It's right off the highway through town, which means it's not in the best location aesthetically, but perfect if you just want to stop for the night.

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Rynette

10

July 2025

Only slept over, was pleasantly surprised with the grounds and rooms, always just used to drive past, but now found a great halfway stop over for the future. Rooms are beautiful and very clean. At the Grotto Restaurant the food was fantastic and very good service. Staff and owners very friendly and felt very welcome.

No complaints from our side

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Jacqueline

9.1

May 2025

the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms was spacious, clean and comfortable. The establishment is close to shops and fuel and central located. The restaurant on-site, Grotto, was great. Great food and service.

There was no shower cover in our bathroom, so the floor got really wet after we used the shower, but other than that, all was great!

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Twala

10

December 2024

The beautiful gardens around the property. The dam at the other side of the property. Receptionist was friendly & ushered us to our 2 rooms we've booked. There's covered parking nexto the rooms Yes Yes

There were too many mosquitoes in our rooms. We had to use our own mosquito coils. We noticed squatters at the other end of dam. There's heavy vehicle's noise passing the property

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Lethie

8.2

September 2024

The view of the place was amazing and peaceful. The staff was very friendly and always willing to help.

The rooms were dirty, and there were cockroaches in our rooms. The beddings did not have a great smell, also the drains had a bad smell.

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Deon

8.2

February 2023

Location is great in that it is not that far out of the centre of town, close to a mall and even though it is located on the main thoroughfare to Pongola, there was not any disturbances as the lodge is somewhat removed from the road. Nice clean swimming pool, well-kept gardens and a lovely dam that those who are inclined to can fish in.

the room that I had booked was a little cramped, but as it was only an overnight stay, nothing to be upset about.

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Sharon

10

July 2025

Very pleasant evening & was enjoyed by all 4 of us -

The rooms were clean but the chemicals used to clean are potent with a really strong smell - over the top & cause a horrible headache.

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Skosana

9.1

May 2024

I like the services it was an excellent one Also they always keep the room clean

What I didn't like it was the cockroach in the room

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Chris

8.2

February 2023

Onsite restaurant was nice. Nice grounds to walk around. Comfy bed. Pool was clean and usable. Friendly and helpful staff.

Lack of backup power/lighting, absolutely NEEDS to have backup lights in case of emergency. Pool area could do with refresh/maintenance to make it 'nice'. Aircon was very noisy. Lack of available sockets in the bedrooms.

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Deon

8.2

July 2022

Very friendly staff and also very acvommodating , having been called before arrival to be asked if I wouldn't want a double bed instead of the 2 single beds and when I agreed, I got my wish. Restaurant was nice and the prices were not exorbitant at all. The room was clean.

No alternative means of lighting during loadshedding not even candles. The shower does not have a proper retaining lip thus the water runs everywhere in the bathroom and even under the door into the passage.

Restaurants

GROTTO PUB & GRILL

Cuisines

  • African
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • Steakhouse
  • Thai
  • Local
  • GrillBbq
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Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Waterside Lodge CC

Pet Friendly

Casino

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Patio

Playground

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Waterside Lodge CC

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property