Ritsako Game Lodge

Hotels
9.1 (156 reviews)
Portion 19 Kaallaagte 122 , Klipdrift , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Great location
Cons:
Theft incident
Limited bath towels

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
One negative review about theft from a locked room, indicating potential cleanliness or security issues.
Service
9.96
Multiple reviews highlight exceptional service from staff, particularly Karabo and Lucky who were praised for their attentiveness.
Location
9.5
Described as ideal location near the park, convenient for safari access.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms were generally described as nice, but with noted issues affecting the overall experience.
Amenities
8.48
Guests enjoyed the amenities, though one suggested a small bar fridge could enhance the experience.
Value for Money
8.94
Guests felt the experience was largely valuable, especially with high service quality and food.
Food and Beverage
9.49
Consistently praised for delicious breakfast and dinner options.
Overall Experience
9.46
General sentiment is very positive with few complaints and high satisfaction expressed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 03:40

Property Description

Luxurious Facilities and Amenities
Enjoy a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, on-site restaurant, and bar during your stay at Ritsako Game Lodge.

Convenient Location
Perfectly situated just 6.5 km from Dinokeng Game Reserve, explore nearby attractions like University of Pretoria and Union Buildings, located within 50 km from the property.

Comfortable and Modern Accommodations
Relax in well-appointed rooms featuring air conditioning, private bathrooms, and complimentary WiFi. Experience exceptional service with room service available for your convenience.

Plan your next getaway at Ritsako Game Lodge for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that compulsory conservation levies are applicable and excluded from the rates. These are payable at the property.

2019 Conservation Levy
- ZAR 80 per person (people 13 years of age or older)
- ZAR 40 per child (children 2 to 12 years of age)Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Managed by a private host

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for ZAR 450 per person per night when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 156 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 9.96
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.48
Value for Money: 8.94
Food and Beverage: 9.49
Overall Experience: 9.46
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Jonathan • couple • za
10
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Rhulani • family_with_children • za
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Vuyolwethu • couple • za
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Tsholofelo • couple • za
10
It was a great break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life
Pros:

The facilities were great
The staff members were really friendly and accommodating.
The spa treatment was superb.
The food was top notch and the restaurant staff were fantastic

Cons:

The fact that there was no bar fridge in the room

2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Dee Shai • couple • za
10
2025-12-08 • via Nuitee
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Alicia • couple • za
9
2025-12-08 • via Nuitee
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Lisie • couple • za
9
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Shiva • solo_traveller • nl
10
2025-11-21 • via Nuitee
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Thandeka • couple • za
10
2025-11-08 • via Nuitee
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Havemann • couple • za
1
The trip was ruined because the staff stole my laptop out of my laptop bag in the locked room.
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and the rooms were very nice. However, my laptop was stolen out of the locked room.

Cons:

The staff were very friendly and the rooms were very nice. However, my laptop was stolen out of the locked room.

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Jordy • couple • nl
10
Top
Pros:

Ruime kamers, vriendelijk personeel, middenin in het park, leuk park om zelf rond te rijden! Ideaal om na een vlucht vanaf Johannesburg binnen 1,5u naartoe te rijden en meteen je eerste safari te hebben.

2025-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Tebogo • couple • za
10
Pros:

Everything, cleaners, service from office, kitchen,breakfast and dinner was very delicious

2025-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • couple • za
10
Relaxing
Pros:

Very friendly staff with great amenities .

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Rabothata • couple • za
10
Best experience ever
Pros:

Everything was perfect and the service from Karabo (female) and karabo (male) was topnotch

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • za
8
Birthday getaway
Pros:

Staff was over friendly and helpful.

2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • za
10
Absolutely pleasurable and well will indeed be back everyone with visit Dinokeng.
Pros:

The property was all that it was advertised to be and more. The staff were the friendliest that they could have been and offered the warmest welcome on arrival. From there on we were in the good hands of Lucky who was so attentive and severed us at every opportunity.

Cons:

The room was just wonderful, with every amenity that one could wish for… this said a small bar fridge with have made the worlds difference.

2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Wonder • couple • za
8
All in all the thumps up for the facility, staff and the food
Pros:

Breakfast was very delicious, the hospitality fromstaff was great, or Host Karabo was excellent

Cons:

Limitation in bath towels in the room

2025-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Faure • couple • za
10
Pros:

Karabo and Luck's service was exceptional. Beds were so comfy. The food and service were EXCELLENT.

Cons:

I found the game reserve a bit odd with the fences everywhere, and we were quite unlucky with our game viewing.

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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LindyvM • family_with_children • za
9
2025-10-09 • via Nuitee