8.1

147 reviews

Umtamvuna River Lodge

Umtamvuna River Lodge

Lot 80 Holiday Road Banners Rest, Port Edward, 4295, South Africa

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Skiing

Snorkeling

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Waterslide

Umtamvuna River Lodge

Umtamvuna River Lodge invites travelers to a breezy coastal escape in Port Edward, South Africa. Located at Lot 80 Holiday Road, Banners Rest, it sits about 2.7mi from the city center, offering a peaceful base with quick access to the coast.

Amenities pulse with options: skiing and ski rental on site for winter whimsy, snorkeling (free), a private beach area (free), and an inviting outdoor swimming pool with a waterslide for all ages. Free private parking and Wifi keep plans simple, while rooms feature air conditioning, private entrances, balconies, and views of the garden, river, or lake. Extras include a kids’ pool, a sun deck, a terrace, and non-smoking rooms with wheelchair accessibility, plus beach chairs and picnic areas for relaxing days.

Located in Port Edward, South Africa, at Lot 80 Holiday Road, Banners Rest, this property sits about 2.7mi from the city center and has 147 reviews.

Port Edward's coastal charm welcomes travelers to a breezy escape where snorkeling is free and a private beach area waits just a short stroll away. In winter, a dash of whimsy arrives with skiing and ski rental on site. The outdoor pool, complete with a waterslide, promises smiles for guests of every age. To keep plans simple, free private parking and Wifi round out the essentials.

When it's time to unwind, a sun deck and a terrace provide easy spots for soaking up the sea breeze. Beach chairs and picnic areas offer laid-back ways to savor sunny days, while the private beach area stays handy for shoreline sunsets.

Accommodations include Deluxe River View, Deluxe Garden View, Apartment Garden View, and Apartment Lake View, each designed for comfort. Rooms feature air conditioning, private entrances, and balconies with views of the garden, river, or lake, making it easy to wake up to a fresh vista.

Closest airports

Margate Airport

17.2mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Snorkeling

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Waterslide

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Ski rental on site

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

River view

Picnic area

Garden

View

Bidet

Bathtub

Balcony

Rooms

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Deluxe, River View

1 Double Bed

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

x6

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x3

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Deluxe, Garden View

1 Double Bed

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

x6

+

x3

More details

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View - single occupancy in Umtamvuna River Lodge

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Deluxe, Garden View, Single Use

1 Queen Size Bed

260 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View - single occupancy in Umtamvuna River Lodge

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Deluxe, River View, Single Use

1 Queen Size Bed

260 sqft

Lake view

River view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

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Apartment with Garden View in Umtamvuna River Lodge

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Apartment, Garden View

1 Double Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

775 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

x10

+

x6

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Apartment, Lake View

1 Double Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

1075 sqft

Lake view

River view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

x4

More details

Guest reviews

8.1

147 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Jameela

8.2

December 2024

The location and staff were great. Very friendly, hospitable and helpful. Food was also very good. The lodge and its location is very unique. Feels like you're staying in a tropical jungle.

The power to our aircon was switched off the one evening for reasons unknown. The shower needs a shower door as the water sprays all over.

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Leonie

9.1

January 2025

This is a piece of paridise. So peaceful - even on New years day. The hosts are great and are there to help with all your needs. We also took a ride on the tubes and swam in the river. We had a braai next to the swimming pool every day. Best New year I had in years!

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Ramphal

10

June 2024

The views are stunning. The staff Nicole and Sindy such lovely people. The breakfast was 11/10 Traveled with my wife and 7month old made our stay so comfortable and they where so accommodating to our requests. The boat cruise is a must such amazing views. Will be back soon.

Nothing at all

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Nelisa

9.1

July 2023

LOCATION IS RIGHT AT THE RIVER, ENJOYED RIVER VIEW, QUITNESS, THE GARDEN AND STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY. CINDY IS THE BEST EVEN FETCHED ME FROM MY CAR ON ARRIVAL, MY ROOM WAS TAKEN CARE OFF DAILY, STAFF OFFERED TO CARRY MY COOLER BOX EACH TIME I WENT OUT. ON THE FIRST 2 DAYS I WAS BY MYSELF THEY HELPED ME TAKE PICTURES OF MYSELF.

THERE WAS NO WIFI, THE TV PLAYED OLD MOVIES, TV CHANNELS CAN BE IMPROVED.

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Dennis

10

November 2022

I am from Australia, visiting with my Mum. The location is exceptional, the river frontage is magical and the gardens, dining areas, pool - just excellent. The room size surprised us, they are big, absolutely spotless, comfortable and had a wooden patio that overlooked the pool and river. The rooms are also quite stylish and the single beds we used, were quality and comfortable. The staff were just so lovely and we got to meet the owners, who were such warm, interesting and lovely people. The location is close to the Wild Coast, but the beach at the river mouth and Leisure Bay close by - were much more fun to visit. I can’t say enough good things about Umtamvuna - highly recommended.

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Zolani

10

November 2022

We liked the peacefulness. .Quietness of their place. .Quality of Service. .Clean Room. .Awesome Staff A Huge Compliment to Umtamvuna River lodge We would like to express our Appreciation for the Quality of Service you offered us Your Rooms were uniquely beautiful. .Breakfast was very Good. .Awesome Staff. .Stunning place We enjoyed the peace and Quite we needed I will definitely Recommend you to friends and family We're Grateful for your kindness and Generosity Thank You We will Definitely See you Soon👍👍

We Didn't like that theys no WiFi Available i in the Property as I was Battling with my Telkom Network

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Lundi

8.2

October 2024

Beautiful setting! Stunning property with a mountain around! Safe and secure! Simply stunning

It’s old, and unkempt. Not much maintenance…seems they’ve decided to just make it a cash cow; not much being reinvested to keep it up.

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Gugulethu

8.2

January 2023

Location is fantastic, beautiful views.

There's nobody at the reception desk to receive or assist guests, they're normally all over lodge, ac in our room was leaking water and there's no microwave in the room, you have to ask the staff to warm up your meals, this would be very awkward late in the evening.

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Sindiswa

10

July 2025

The staff was very friendly and i enjoyed the boat cruise.

Please fix your air conditioning equipment, it was cold with heaters not working properly but overall al was great.

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Martin

8.2

February 2024

Loved the tranquility, scenery, and activities at the lodge. Very comfortable bed and a lovely breakfast. Great stay!

first night we had an issue with the geyser but this was quickly fixed the next day.

Points of Interest Around Umtamvuna River Lodge

Airports

Margate Airport

17.2mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • With plunge
  • Shallow end
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Umtamvuna River Lodge

Skiing

Snorkeling

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Waterslide

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Ski rental on site

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

River view

Picnic area

Garden

View

Bidet

Bathtub

Balcony

Stay rules - Umtamvuna River Lodge

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property