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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge in Touws River with 2 outdoor pools and spa

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Escape to the Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa, where you can unwind at the poolside bar or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment. Enjoy family-friendly fun with mini golf and a playground, plus delicious local cuisine at the on-site buffet restaurant. With free WiFi, an arcade/game room, and helpful staff praised by guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $405
$465 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13

Why we love this property

Relaxation paradise
This lodge offers a daily full-service spa with couples treatment rooms and rejuvenating facials. A private hot tub, sauna, and steam room await.
Flavorful dining options
Experience local cuisine at this lodge's restaurant or grab a drink at the bar. The free buffet breakfast gets every day off to a delicious start.
Cozy mountain escape
Slip into plush bathrobes after a refreshing rainfall shower, then unwind by the in-room fireplace before soaking in a private outdoor hot tub.

Room options

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Standard Cottage | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Luxury Cottage 4 Sleeper (5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Luxury Cottage 8 Sleeper (6)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 3 Twin Beds

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Luxury Premier Cottages King (9) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Premier Cottages King (9)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Premier Cottages King and Twin (10)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Lodge Rooms (12)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Lodge Rooms (13)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • 57 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Pool View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
off the R46, Touws River, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hex Valley Golf Club - 33 min drive - 50.2 km
  • Veldskoen Padstal - 34 min drive - 52.6 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 123 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Poolside restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Level Up Lounge & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪karoo chicken kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Patriot Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

Bring the kids when you stay at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a poolside bar.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 77 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Safari
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1998
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Wine tasting room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 10 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Onsite venue - This buffet restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Aquila Private Game
Aquila Private Game Reserve Lodge Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve Touws River
Aquila Private Reserve
Aquila Private Game Reserve &
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge Touws River

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes a wildlife and game drive and a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.

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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The spa treatments and facilities were excellent, with a secluded adult-only pool and lovely massage options. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent facility
Mohammad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great way to do a safari close to Cape Town. You get to see many animals in a short space of time. The stargazing at night was an added bonus.
Rupak, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good safari with bellow average food

Experiencing safari close to Cape Town
Crister, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great safari

Great service accommodation and food only down side was I have to have gluten free and not much choice dessert was only fresh fruit would have been ice to have one dessert or even ice cream to go over the fruit best meal was the breakfast
Tracey, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Below par food.

Very poor quality mass produce food for the price of the accommodation. Rooms were comfortable. Game reserve is a glorified zoo but I guess there doing some conservation too. Only Zebras were in abundance but rest of the animals can be counted in one hand.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

There was absolutely nothing we liked about this property. It has no African feel, it felt like we were at an attraction park. They literally have 3 giraffes, 4 elephants, 4 lions, some zebra’s, ostriches, elands and springboks. If you looking for the African feel and a decent Safari this is not it. We had 2 have drives included in our package, we did not even bother with the morning drive.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Funcionários atenciosos! Comida maravilhosa!
Felipe Jean, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The game drives were excellent and we saw lots of animals.
Anna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The food although plentiful was meh. Lodging was dark but loft was a neat addition. The staff were extremely polite and helpful. We went on safari 3 times including in one time in the morning which was incredible. This is a reserve that rescues animals at risk; perhaps that explains how few animals were present
Tomitra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel with game drive and full board included
Juan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay at Aquila! We stayed in the family room which was very spacious & had a patio area outside. All the food was lovely with a big selection from the buffet. We had African wood massages in the spa and used their facilities which were lovely. The grounds are big and spacious and you can sometimes see animals from your windows But of course the best bit were the safaris, we loved the drives seeing all the animals in the reserve my mum also swapped one of the drives for a horse riding safari which she enjoyed. Would definitely recommend staying here for atleast 2 nights
Ellie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed my stay. Well organised from arrival to departure. Room overlooked the safari and could see Elephant's from the balcony with a coffee. Pool was nice and refreshing. Food was quick and plentiful. Safari was better than expected and guides informative.
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We did an overnight trip with our 4 year old so she could experience her first « safari ». The room was great, spotless, the kids club is UNREAL- really recommend for families with kids. Our guide was fantastic. The food was average.
Marion, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Overall this property is great for families. That’s it. We were a couple in our 50’s and this did not measure up to our expectations for a 4 star resort. The best aspects were the spa with adult only small secluded pool and the spectacular views of the Karoo. Most of the staff including and especially the manager were unfriendly.
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First safari for my family and was brilliant

The hotel and spa was fantastic. Lacks a gym which would have made the downtime better but the overall experience was brilliant. The junior ranger session offered for children was fun and the kids loved it. Only thing id say was to add additional things such as a gym and extra acrivity options for kids (even chargable) such as quad bike safari etc. Really good experience!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All round excellent experience!
Rob, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Bom

O lugar é lindo, atendeu as expectativas quanto ao Safári, sendo possível realizar dois passeios e ver os animais. O local da piscina é lindo, assim como a noite com as estrelas. Mas a piscina poderia ser aquecida, os quartos estão antigos e a comida não nos agradou pelo excesso de condimentos / pimentas.
Maria claudia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They went out of their way to make our stay and the game drives as amazing as possible
Heidi, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Pros: We really enjoyed the game drives. The drivers were quite knowledgeable. Stargazing as well was a nice touch. Cons: Outdoor shower was not practicable as it was quite cold in the evening.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome safari experience, conveniently located near Cape Town. Very well managed operation.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aquila Game reserve Oct 2 night stay

We had a medical issue - nothing to do with the hotel and their support and assistance was excellent. We also had to lose part of our stay but they were very accommodating and Mckenzie the Manager was a gem!
ERIC, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic for quick and easy safaris
Joyce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in a lovely little chalet with a terrace with a view over the park itself. Just the thing for a sundowner. Very comfy bed and an outdoor shower. Loved that! Sae a lot of wild animals close up during the tours. The buffet is somewhat overrum when everybody wants to eat at the same time. Too few sunloungers by the pool.
Terese, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Lindsay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Romantic getaway

We went for our anniversary and we absolutely enjoyed our stay at Aquila the staff is friendly and the food was lovely the animals are beautiful and the view from our room was spectacular we will definitely recommend this place for a romantic getaway
Faheemah, 2-night trip