River Crossing

Hotels
8.8 (115 reviews)
Portion 7 and 30 Cathkin Farm, D277 , Champagne Valley , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great Host
Beautiful Location
Spacious for Families
Cons:
Old Carpet
Maintenance Needed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
The carpet in the living area is old and a bit smelly.
Service
9.8
Ryan was the perfect host with great hospitality.
Location
9.3
Exceptional views and central location, providing peace and quiet.
Room Quality
7.8
Some units need maintenance, renovation, and upgrades.
Amenities
8.8
Well-equipped chalet with good provisions for winter.
Value for Money
8.8
Great for both short and long stays with everything you may need.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.3
Lovely, relaxing, serene stay with plenty of space for family and pets.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 18:45

Property Description

Scenic Riverside Escape

Riverside Relaxation: Nestled in Central Drakensberg, River Crossing offers a tranquil escape with its picturesque setting along the Sterkspruit and Mtoti Rivers, perfect for leisurely strolls and bird-watching.

Charming Accommodations: The stylish en-suite rooms at River Crossing provide a comfortable stay, with some units boasting extra amenities like kitchenettes, dining areas, or private patios.

Leisure and Adventure: From the outdoor pool to the all-purpose games room overlooking the river, guests can unwind and have fun on-site. For adventure seekers, a plethora of activities like hiking, golf, horse-riding, and river rafting are just a stone's throw away.

Book your serene retreat at River Crossing now!

Important information:

Please note, South African Residents are able to make payments via EFT.

Please note that the Free WiFi is has a daily data limit of 30 minutes per device. Additional data can be purchased.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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 115 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Deirdre • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Tharminthrie • family_with_children • za
8
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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de Frey • family_with_children • za
8
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Nelson • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Alice • extended_group • za
9
Pros:

The host was very accommodating and even travelled into town to replace an item in our room that had broken unexpectedly.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • couple • za
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • solo_traveller • za
10
Excellent accomadation to stay at
Pros:

Excellent customer service place was spacious amd spotless

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Ranvijay • extended_group • za
9
Beautifully located in heart of Champagne valley. The property offers plenty of space for activities, at the same time i
Pros:

Perfectly located peacefully place

Cons:

Nothing much

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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MAMPHO • couple • ls
8
Awesome
Pros:

The owner was ready to help us with anything we requested

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Mazibuko • couple • za
9
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Ray • family_with_children • nz
10
An excellent place to stay to enjoy this magnificent area.
Pros:

Well equipped apartment in a beautiful part of the county with great views.
Ryan is a very helpful host and I can recommend the property as a great place to stay to explore the area.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Ntethelelo • couple • za
1
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Salma • extended_group • za
5
River Crossing
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Musty smell, insects got into anything left open ,even shoes etc .
Good for a night if you passing by. No real facilities as such
Also didnt like that the bathroom was not closed off

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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CLAUDE • couple • za
7
Pros:

n/a

Cons:

Braai needs to be covered

2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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LaurenDP • couple • za
7
Pros:

Beautiful views, central location. Host Ryan was lovely, very helpful. Pool has a stunning backdrop as well.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Dr N Mongoato • extended_group • za
10
River crossing Christmas holiday
Pros:

Beautiful, peaceful, and great hosting.
Ryan was the perfect host I've ever seen.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Dineo • solo_traveller • za
8
We had a lovely relaxing serene stay.
Pros:

Location amazing!!!

Cons:

The carpet in the living area is old and a bit smelly and the sofa are old, gas stove not easy to use , pool area needs an upgrade.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Cliff • couple • za
8
Pros:

Location and quiet due to being only a limited number of units. Host was great and well organized and available for any assistance

Cons:

Aspects of the unit could do with maintenance, renovation and upgrades

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Mngwengwe • couple • za
8
2025-11-26 • via Nuitee
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whade • extended_group • za
8
2025-11-22 • via Nuitee