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Areena Riverside Resort

4.0 star property
Great Kei hotel with spa and outdoor pool

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BBQ/picnic area
Traditional Chalet | View from room
Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Areena Riverside Resort, with its garden and playground, offers an idyllic getaway. Savor a body wrap or massage at the spa, indulge in meals at the on-site restaurant, and enjoy hiking/biking or fishing activities nearby. With an outdoor pool and arcade/game room to unwind, this hotel is perfect for travelers seeking adventure.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is CNY383
CNY441 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Traditional Bungalow

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Double Room | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
East Coast Resorts Rd, Corner of Glen Garriff Turn-off, Great Kei, Eastern Cape, 5259

What's nearby

  • Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Cintsa Beach - 15 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 26 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Nahoon Beach - 27 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Governors House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪blue goose cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Areena Riverside Resort

When visiting Great Kei, Areena Riverside Resort is a great choice to consider. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or facials. There's an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total)*
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 9:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Trampoline

What to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Rope course
  • Segway rentals/tours
  • Canoe
  • Ziplining
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Segway rentals/tours

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Plasma television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for ZAR 160 (1-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 80 to 130 for adults, and ZAR 80 to 130 for children
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 65 per pet, per night

Policies

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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

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

Also known as

Areena Riverside Resort Great Kei
Areena Riverside Great Kei
Areena Riverside Resort Hotel
Areena Riverside Resort Great Kei
Areena Riverside Resort Hotel Great Kei

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Areena Riverside Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Areena Riverside Resort?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of ZAR 65 per pet, per night. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Areena Riverside Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Areena Riverside Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at Areena Riverside Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like archery, fishing, and ziplining. Additional recreation onsite includes segway rentals. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Areena Riverside Resort also has spa services and an arcade, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Areena Riverside Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Areena Riverside Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Does Areena Riverside Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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