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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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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments, facials
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

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Private hot tub
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is R5 026
R5 780 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun

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

Standard Cottage

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Luxury Cottage 4 Sleeper (5)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 3 Twin Beds

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

Luxury Premier Cottages King (9)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 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
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 57 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premier Lodge Rooms (12)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Lodge Rooms (13)

Highlights

Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

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
  • ‪Patriot Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loganda Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Komkyk Restaurant & Take Aways - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

Bring the kids when you stay at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa in Touws River 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.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 77 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Special check-in instructions

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

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

Children

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

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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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
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Private outdoor hot tub
  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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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.
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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
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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.

Does Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a private outdoor hot tub.

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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8,2

Very good

8,4/10

Cleanliness

8,4/10

Staff & service

9,0/10

Amenities

8,2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,6/10

Eco-friendliness

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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

All round excellent experience!
Rob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay at the Aquila Game Reserve, loved the people there, the facility, the food, the rooms, everything.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic for quick and easy safaris
Joyce, 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

Excellent facility
Mohammad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property had opportunity to see some of the animals.
Roger, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Food is incredible, star gazing is fantastic, and the animals are amazing. We saw four of the BIg 5 many others. The white rhinos are so cute!!!
barry, 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

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
Cameron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience

Amazing experience. Wonderful to be so close to the animals. Electric fencing behind our Karoo Cottage should have warning signs not to touch.
Nadeem, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The game drive was great but the food was not as I remembered it from 12 yrs ago.
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic from beginning to end

Well organised from the beginning when we were relieved of our bags as soon as we got out of the shuttle and offered complimentary wine. We were given a daily activity programme which included 2 game drives a day, breakfast, lunch and dinner. The drives were excellent as we managed to get up close to lions, giraffes, zebras and rhinos. Our guide was very knowledgeable. Rooms are small but well furnished.
carol, 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

8/10 Very good

Nothing more
FAHAD, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our time - but food disappointing

Lovely setting and easy access from Cape Town. We very much enjoyed being able to swap out two safaris to go out on horse back and the ATVs. On one day there was a lot of day visitors around the pool but we just retreated to the private pool by the spa. Overall we had a good stay but the one real let down was the food! Every meal was bland and just not good, and one guest got sick from one meal. It is a real shame as the whole set up is very nice so we were quite shocked about the poor quality of the food.
3-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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

SHAN, 3-night trip