Title: Kalahari Lion's Rest - Latest Guesthouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kalahari Lion's Rest Riverfront guesthouse in Upington with free parking ![Minibar, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17091300/17091203/2f71d77d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17091300/17091203/61bc9642.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17091300/17091203/c857cd39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17091300/17091203/5da59e58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17100000/17091300/17091203/2d280c38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kalahari Lion's Rest, along a peaceful river, offers a quiet getaway with a garden setting. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, outdoor spaces including a terrace and barbecue area, and practical laundry facilities. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Laundry - 24/7 front desk - Parking included - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 25 - Nov. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 26 - Nov. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=17091203&PinnedHotelID=17091203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### King Room Upstairs ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle Minibar Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### King Room Downstairs ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Electric kettle Minibar Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King 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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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUpington-Hotels-Kalahari-Lions-Rest.h17091203.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUpington-Hotels-Kalahari-Lions-Rest.h17091203.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-28.43863%2C21.29938&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MI1117LgdWioLdfrOt1w8zAr6Cg=) 8 Hoephoep Street, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801 #### What's nearby - Upington Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Kalahari Mall - 5 min drive - 5.4 km - Melkstroom - 7 min drive - 2.6 km - Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 8 min drive - 8.3 km - Orange River Cellars - 14 min drive - 12.6 km #### Getting around - Upington (UTN) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬7 min drive - ‪Wimpy - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dros Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cafe Molinari - ‬7 min drive - ‪El Shaddai - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Kalahari Lion's Rest Guesthouse by the river A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Kalahari Lion's Rest. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk - Meeting rooms and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Kalahari Lion's Rest have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, an infinity pool, open open 24 hours, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13305300/13305211/b3cd36d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River Place Manor Upington - Pool - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 67 reviews CA $160 CA $185 total includes taxes & fees Nov 27 - Nov 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=13305211&PinnedHotelID=13305211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36310000/36300900/36300886/ebfabd66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort Upington - Pool - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=36300886&PinnedHotelID=36300886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103090000/103083200/103083151/w1290h969x0y504-875c000d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maxton Boutique Hotel Upington - 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This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Upington-Hotels-Kalahari-Lions-Rest.h17091203.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kalahari Lion's Rest? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kalahari Lion's Rest? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Kalahari Lion's Rest located? > Situated on a river, this guesthouse is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Melkstroom and within 3 mi (5 km) of Desert Palace Golf Course & Casino and Jackson Island. Weicheiland and Gordonia Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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