Title: Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve A peaceful outdoor pool awaits at this nature reserve where travelers find quiet moments away from everyday life - a genuine retreat for relaxation ## Photo gallery for Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve ![Basic Cabin | Mountain view - Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve (Bot River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/69f454bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin | Living area - Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve (Bot River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/87a4a736.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin | Living area - Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve (Bot River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/6ae284ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin | Bathroom - Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve (Bot River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/83bf664b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin | Living area - Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve (Bot River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/812e6006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve welcomes visitors to a genuine natural sanctuary. Guests can cool off with a swim in the outdoor pool while taking in the quiet surroundings, or simply relax and enjoy the calming atmosphere of this secluded getaway. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 21 - Jan. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 22 - Jan. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=44805806&PinnedHotelID=44805806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Basic Cabin ![Basic Cabin | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/fcd6b1e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cabin ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Private indoor hot tub Kitchenette Separate bedroom Electric kettle Living room - 1 bedroom - Hill view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Basic Cabin ![Basic Cabin | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/0369a718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cabin ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Private indoor hot tub Kitchenette Electric kettle - Hill view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Cabin ![Basic Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/1f9bd25f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cabin ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Private indoor hot tub Kitchenette Separate bedroom Electric kettle Living room - 1 bedroom - Hill view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Cabin ![Basic Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/9984a55e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cabin ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Private indoor hot tub Kitchenette Separate bedroom Electric kettle Living room - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Cabin ![Basic Cabin | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/57b1216c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cabin ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Fireplace Private indoor hot tub Kitchenette 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms - 969 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Mountain view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Basic Cabin ![Basic Cabin | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44810000/44805900/44805806/9f3db2d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cabin ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Private indoor hot tub Kitchenette Private bathroom Electric kettle - Hill view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Bot River travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Bot-River.dx6273538) [View more Lodges in Bot River](https://www.expedia.ca/Bot-River-Lodges.d6273538-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.27987%2C19.23569&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=x5tmCq5yXx6OAWwQwxw_i9Blc_I=) Swartrivier Road, Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve, Bot River, Western Cape ### What's nearby - ![Along Hermanus Wine Route. Beautiful vineyards and lovely drive along the route. A perfect place to enjoy a cuppa!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601891/05aa2f96-95bf-4b87-8139-223bf6671fd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hemel-en-Aarde Valley 35 min drive \- 20.1 km - Gabrielskloof Wine Estate 21 min drive \- 8.8 km - Arabella Golf Course 32 min drive \- 29.7 km - Voelklip Beach 54 min drive \- 59.1 km - Grotto Beach 54 min drive \- 59.8 km ### Restaurants - Ou Meul Bakery 22 min drive - Honingklip Brewery 26 min drive - Manny's 24 min drive - Country Farmstall 22 min drive - Salandra Coffee Shop 19 min drive ## About this property ### Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve Property highlights Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve provides everything you need. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve feature comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and separate dining areas. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shakeel Nov 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Awesome ##### Shakeel Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lian May 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hidden Gem Pure Bliss, this is an amazing location. The silence and nature is perfect just to get away from the hustle and bustle. The owner is also very welcoming making sure there is enough wood and making sure our stay was amazing. The Hot tub is amazing and overlooks the forest. So cosy and relaxing. Its also only 1.30min from Cape Town. ##### Lian Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael Mar 27, 2025 ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizbe Jul 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Lizbe Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sun Parlor Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windsor-Hotels-Sun-Parlor-Motel.h10369854.Hotel-Information) > > [Cape Mykonos](https://www.expedia.ca/Mykonos-Hotels-Cape-Mykonos.h11841328.Hotel-Information) > > [El Dorado Seaside Palms, Catamaran, Ecoturistic Ranch , All & More Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Kantenah-Hotels-El-Dorado-Seaside-Palms-Adults-Only.h17568314.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Pitt Meadows](https://www.expedia.ca/Pitt-Meadows-Hotels.d57189.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Belleville-Hotels-Drake-Motor-Inn.h19414255.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.ca/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [The New Cavalier Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Winnipeg-Hotels-The-New-Cavalier-Inn.h24270352.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Grand-Fiesta-Americana-Vallarta-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h11547659.Hotel-Information) > > [Mafigeni Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Gravelotte-Hotels-Mafigeni-Safari-Lodge.h3954755.Hotel-Information) > > [Candlewood Suites Buffalo - Amherst by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Buffalo-Hotels-Candlewood-Suites-Buffalo-Amherst.h2602862.Hotel-Information) > > [Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermaaklikheid-Hotels-Thorn-Feather.h61102048.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Glendale](https://www.expedia.ca/Glendale-Hotels.d8086.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Niagara-on-the-Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-On-The-Lake-Hotels.d8957.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [LANDABOUT TOKYO](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-LANDABOUT-TOKYO.h42054596.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Tulsa (TUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/tul/ottawa-to-tulsa) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Bratislava (BTS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/bts/calgary-to-bratislava) > > [Flights from Corfu (CFU) to Hounslow (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cfu/lhr/corfu-to-london) > > [Flights from Kingston (KIN) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/kin/yyc/kingston-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Fort Myers (RSW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/rsw/toronto-to-fort-myers) > > [EVA Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/EVA-Airways-Flights.cBR.Travel-Guide-Airlines) ### Activities ### Packages > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) > > [Portugal](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/147/Portugal) ### General > [Visit Whyte ave](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Whyte-Ave.dx553248633981693503)