Riverview Inn

Hotels
8.9 (1210 reviews)
1046 Riverview Street, Malelane , Malelane , za

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional location
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Cons:
Restaurant service issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.81
Clean rooms and facilities were reported positively, indicating a standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.28
Friendly and helpful staff mentioned in several reviews, suggesting above-average service quality.
Location
9.82
Exceptional location with river views and wildlife noted, contributing to a high score.
Room Quality
8.77
Rooms described as comfortable and spacious, aligning with quality expectations.
Amenities
8.8
Good amenities, including a nice pool and deck; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.76
Typical pricing expected for the offerings, leading to a balanced score.
Food and Beverage
7.81
Some issues noted with restaurant orders and breakfast not included, resulting in a lower score.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall a positive experience with regaining nature, friendly service, and beautiful views.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 03:59

Property Description

River Views and Modern Comforts
Experience the tranquility of river views at Riverview Inn. Our 4-star hotel in Malelane offers spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the garden, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Relax in comfort with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and terrace with pool views.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of a desk, fridge, bed linen, and towels in every room. Free private parking and a restaurant on-site make your stay hassle-free.

Explore Nearby Attractions
Located just 11 km from Malelane Gate, Riverview Inn is the perfect base for exploring Leopard Creek Country Club and Berg-en-Dal Rhino Hall. With Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport nearby, your journey to relaxation begins as soon as you arrive.

Book your stay at Riverview Inn now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Quiet time from 20:00 till 07:00 for the comfort of all guests

Absolutely no parties, or behavior that inhibits the freedom and peace of other guests and staff, allowed.

We have a zero tolerance for drunk and disorderly conduct that interferes with the peace of mind of other guests and staff. The peace of mind, safety and comfort of all our guests is a zero sum game.

Be very quiet, no flash photography, sharp lights or spotlights when the large animals like elephants or Hippos are next to the deck. These animals are wild and unpredictable when startled or annoyed. It is a deadly hazard to be taken seriously.

Parking is free, secure and undercover

No pets of any kind allowed

There are no bbq (braai) facilities, it is not self catering. It is a Hotel with a restaurant. Other food options are in town and nearby.

Very strictly no people under 13 and no more than two people per room. Due to third party liability and insurance issues. (proof of age required, if there are any doubts)
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 10 and older are allowed.
    People 10 years old and over stay for ZAR 600 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1210 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.81
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.82
Room Quality: 8.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 7.81
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Mariam solo_traveller za
8
Pros:

The view was exceptional. The place is serene away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Cons:

I did not like the fact that they do not allow kids under the age of 13 at their accommodation. Some family members wanted to book there as well, but because they had a kid under 13, they were denied accommodation.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Klaus-Peter couple de
8
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Rúben couple pt
7
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Kristina couple cy
10
I recommend this hotel
Pros:

The room was spacious, had a small refrigerator, and everything you need. There's a restaurant on the property, but we didn't have time to try it. There's parking, and the grounds are gated. It's 15 minutes from the Malelane Gate. It has a beautiful view of the river, and you can watch both sunrises and sunsets. At first we were very cold, but then we figured out the problem with the air conditioning.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Roger couple nl
8
Perfect place place before entering kruger.
Pros:

Very nice place to stay before entering kruger. Perfect scenery, friendly staff, excellent breakfast.

Cons:

The noise coming from the industry in the background. That is the only spoiler. Not disturbing but if you are sensitive to background noise (like me) than it could spoil your night.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Jeroen extended_group nl
8
Prettig verblijf, vriendelijke personeel en 30 minuten vanaf de ingang van het Krugerpark.
Pros:

Het uitzicht en de grote kamer.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Luchez-miny couple za
9
It is an amazing place to stay! The location is beautiful especially to look over the river and the comfort of those bed
Pros:

The view and the confidante of the beds

Cons:

That we couldn’t stay longer

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Jessica solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Die Lage am Fluss ist wirklich toll! Die Mitarbeiter sind super hilfsbereit.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Enrico couple nl
9
Heerlijke locatie
Pros:

Prachtige locatie met uitzicht op de rivier met o.a. nijlpaarden en krokodillen. Heel aardig personeel en kamers waren prima in order en in lijn wat je mag verwachten qua prijs.

Cons:

Diner was matig en lage waterdruk van de douche.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Lena Wirtz solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Tolle Aussicht, leckeres Frühstück, bequeme Betten, wir würden gerne länger bleiben!

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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OBowes solo_traveller za
6
Pros:

The View was great and the staff were very friendly.

Cons:

The outdoor spaces were not kept clean and the furniture is stained and old. The bedroom furniture is basic. They advertise soundproof rooms but we were woken up by the noise of another visitor, the security did take care of the problem timeously.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Elia couple it
9
Consigliato prima di entrare nel kruger safari
Pros:

Vista fiume e animali, tutti gentili, relax, cibo

Cons:

Dire in anticipo se voglio mangiare e cosa mangiare, tazze nella stanza sporche

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Dennis solo_traveller de
8
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Jean-Marie couple ch
9
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Marionette extended_group za
10
Pros:

Views

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Cecile couple za
4
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller de
8
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage am Crocodile river, man konnte von der Terrasse Hippos und Krokodile beobachten, Frühstück sehr gut

Cons:

Abendessen durchschnittlich, von 2 bestellten Essen einmal gut, einmal schlecht

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Karolin couple ch
9
Unschlagbarer Blick von der Terrasse.
Pros:

Traumhafte Lage mit Blick auf den Fluss, an den zwei Abenden, die wir hier verbracht haben, konnten wir von der Terrasse aus Hippos, Elefanten, Krokodile, Wasserböcke und noch mehr Tiere sehen.
Saubere Zimmer.
Freundliches Personal.
Unkomplizierter Early Check-Out.

Cons:

Der Pool wirkte auf uns leider nicht besonders einladend und trotz guten Wetters, schien er mehrere Tage nicht gereinigt worden zu sein.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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ferreira solo_traveller za
8
Pros:

View

Cons:

Food was horrible

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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VENDRIG family_with_children za
9
fantastic great view clean room and bathrooms friendly service .excellent all round
Pros:

Friendly check in
great service and food excellent
Thankyou to Precious and the CHef
Excellent food and service
wonderful restful beautiful location

Cons:

all good

2026-05-19 via Nuitee