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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge in Touws River with 2 outdoor pools and spa

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments, facials
Escape to the Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa, where you can unwind at the poolside bar or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment. Enjoy family-friendly fun with mini golf and a playground, plus delicious local cuisine at the on-site buffet restaurant. With free WiFi, an arcade/game room, and helpful staff praised by guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Private hot tub
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CA $341
CA $398 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13

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Standard Cottage

Standard Cottage

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Luxury Cottage 4 Sleeper (5)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Luxury Cottage 8 Sleeper (6)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 3 Twin Beds

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Luxury Premier Cottages King (9)

Luxury Premier Cottages King (9)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Premier Cottages King and Twin (10)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Lodge Rooms (12)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Lodge Rooms (13)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Restaurant

Karoo 1 Hotel Village

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 28 reviews
The price is CA $61
CA $70 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Karoo 1 Hotel Village
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About the area

Map
off the R46, Touws River, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bokkeriviere Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Hex Valley Golf Club - 26 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Matroosberg Nature Reserve - 51 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Montagu Hot Springs - 62 min drive - 91.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 123 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Poolside restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Patriot Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loganda Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Komkyk Restaurant & Take Aways - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

Bring the kids when you stay at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa in Touws River and they can enjoy the free kids' club. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Languages

English
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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 77 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Free children's club

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Safari
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1998
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Private outdoor hot tub
  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Spa

Aquila Spa has 10 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Onsite venue - This buffet restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Aquila Private Game
Aquila Private Game Reserve Lodge Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve Touws River
Aquila Private Reserve
Aquila Private Game Reserve &
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge Touws River

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes a wildlife and game drive and a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.

Does Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a private outdoor hot tub.

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Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

We did an overnight trip with our 4 year old so she could experience her first « safari ». The room was great, spotless, the kids club is UNREAL- really recommend for families with kids. Our guide was fantastic. The food was average.
Marion, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Overall this property is great for families. That’s it. We were a couple in our 50’s and this did not measure up to our expectations for a 4 star resort. The best aspects were the spa with adult only small secluded pool and the spectacular views of the Karoo. Most of the staff including and especially the manager were unfriendly.
Lisa, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

First safari for my family and was brilliant
The hotel and spa was fantastic. Lacks a gym which would have made the downtime better but the overall experience was brilliant. The junior ranger session offered for children was fun and the kids loved it. Only thing id say was to add additional things such as a gym and extra acrivity options for kids (even chargable) such as quad bike safari etc. Really good experience!
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All round excellent experience!
Rob, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Chelsea, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

They went out of their way to make our stay and the game drives as amazing as possible
Heidi, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Pros: We really enjoyed the game drives. The drivers were quite knowledgeable. Stargazing as well was a nice touch. Cons: Outdoor shower was not practicable as it was quite cold in the evening.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome safari experience, conveniently located near Cape Town. Very well managed operation.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Aquila Game reserve Oct 2 night stay
We had a medical issue - nothing to do with the hotel and their support and assistance was excellent. We also had to lose part of our stay but they were very accommodating and Mckenzie the Manager was a gem!
ERIC, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic for quick and easy safaris
Joyce, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Akshay, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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Lindsay, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Lindsay, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Romantic getaway
We went for our anniversary and we absolutely enjoyed our stay at Aquila the staff is friendly and the food was lovely the animals are beautiful and the view from our room was spectacular we will definitely recommend this place for a romantic getaway
Faheemah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Food is incredible, star gazing is fantastic, and the animals are amazing. We saw four of the BIg 5 many others. The white rhinos are so cute!!!
barry, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Maemu, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

What a disappointment
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Justin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Basic safari experience
Basic safari hotel. Institutional catering. Unfortunately, the Safari vehicles were worn out and very uncomfortable. They had not replaced the shock absorber which made the drive very uncomfortable. Convenient to Cape Town, but clearly not the right bush for giraffes which had their heads permanently bowed due to lack of any trees.
Nigel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best experiences of my life. The property is beautiful with amazing views. The booking includes the lunch, dinner, Breakfast and 2 game drives. Be sure to get to the property by noon and enjoy the views and Spa treatments (affordable and very relaxing) the sunset game drive was beautiful and we saw Giraffe, lions, elephants, hippos and zebras. The staff is helpful and do their best to make our experience very entertaining and exciting. Loved our stay!
Jaswinder Sonia, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

There was absolutely nothing we liked about this property. It has no African feel, it felt like we were at an attraction park. They literally have 3 giraffes, 4 elephants, 4 lions, some zebra’s, ostriches, elands and springboks. If you looking for the African feel and a decent Safari this is not it. We had 2 have drives included in our package, we did not even bother with the morning drive.
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The location was superb. However, our room was at the back of the property with no view of the amazing park. The spa treatments were excellent. The safari rides were extreemly bumpy and the animals all seemed to be found in the same areas and appeared to be being fed just before each drive. Our shower and drains were disgusting ...lots of black mould. I found the buffet options limiting and had quite an upset tummy.
Christine, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was a magical way to bond with nature. Quad and horse back riding through the reserve was beautiful and a special treat that will always be remembered...It was the perfect ending to our cruise in the indian ocean. Two thumbs up!!
Rita, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

slippery floors
The floors in the spa near the swimming pools were ridiculously slippery and liable to cause injury Same goes for floor in room shower
L N, 2-night family trip
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