Title: Zenzele River Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=14794925&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Zenzele River Lodge Game drives showcase African wildlife while the outdoor pool offers relaxation at this nature-focused lodge where adventure meets tranquility ## Photo gallery for Zenzele River Lodge ![BBQ/picnic area - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/d68d4667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/62ea3166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/99aff44e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room amenity - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/5b1aa67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room amenity - Zenzele River Lodge (Bela-Bela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795000/14794925/0062e531.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Zenzele River Lodge combines wildlife viewing with comfortable amenities. Guests enjoy a full breakfast at no extra cost, WiFi access in common areas, and an outdoor pool for cooling off after safari activities. The terrace provides a peaceful spot to unwind with garden views. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 29 - Dec. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=14794925&PinnedHotelID=14794925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=14794925&PinnedHotelID=14794925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 30 - Dec. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=14794925&PinnedHotelID=14794925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=14794925&PinnedHotelID=14794925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=14794925&PinnedHotelID=14794925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=14794925&PinnedHotelID=14794925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 9 - 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Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 94 min drive ## About this property ### Zenzele River Lodge Property highlights Free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Zenzele River Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy mountain biking at this lodge. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this lodge include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A safari, 1 meeting room, and a banquet hall - Wedding services and game drive on site Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning. 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### Is Zenzele River Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Zenzele River Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Zenzele River Lodge? ### Where is Zenzele River Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Zenzele River Lodge Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Helen , Devon Sep 28, 2017 #### NIce stay We stayed one night and chose the cheaper room which was next to the kitchen. Other accommodation looked so much better and overlooked the river. However the room was fine for our overnight stay. Food was OK - Nothing to grumble about for the price paid. Would stay there again. ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Herita Motlatsi Feb 13, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### refreshing beautiful place The place is beautiful, clean and quite relaxing. Just a bit disappointed that there is no Spa. ##### Herita Motlatsi ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 13, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful scenery, over and beyond the mountains. Seen crocodiles from our room. Friendly staff and and clean rooms. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noluthando Nobuhle Jan 4, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### convenient and clean It was amazing ##### Noluthando Nobuhle ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Aug 2, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Peter ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Burlington by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Vernon-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Burlington.h281593.Hotel-Information) > > [Cottages Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Ontario-Cottages.d11178-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Red Deer](https://www.expedia.ca/Red-Deer-Hotels.d6139537.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Aliz Hotel Times Square](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Aliz-Hotel-Times-Square.h24408324.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary South](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Calgary-South.h4520.Hotel-Information) > > [Las Brisas Huatulco – All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-Las-Brisas-Huatulco.h902249.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Brossard](https://www.expedia.ca/Brossard-Hotels.d7168.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Cartagena](https://www.expedia.ca/Cartagena-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d926-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Bowery Grand Hotel - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Bowery-Grand-Hotel.h5660562.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Penticton](https://www.expedia.ca/Penticton-Hotels.d4135.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [TRS Turquesa Hotel - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-TRS-Turquesa-Hotel-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h2078620.Hotel-Information) > > [Apartments Salmon Arm](https://www.expedia.ca/Salmon-Arm-Apartments.d6138741-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Motels Timmins](https://www.expedia.ca/Timmins-Motels.d4091-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Really Cute Cottage, Parlee Beach - Shediac](https://www.expedia.ca/Pointe-Du-Chene-Hotels-Really-Cute-Cottage.h22711568.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquarius Gay Guesthouse & Sauna](https://www.expedia.ca/Phuket-Hotels-Aquarius-Gay-Guesthouse-Sauna.h2516380.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Vernon (YVE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yve/vancouver-to-vernon) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Johannesburg (JNB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/jnb/regina-to-johannesburg) > > [Flights from Zanzibar Town (ZNZ) to Dubai (DXB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/znz/dxb/zanzibar-to-dubai) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/pvr/toronto-to-puerto-vallarta) > > [Flights from Sault Ste. 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