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Reviews of Cheetah Ridge Lodge This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

D46 Elandslaagte, Woodlands Gate, 2900 Nambiti Game Reserve, South Africa

#2 of 7 hotels in Nambiti Game Reserve

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 247 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free Wifi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: August 5, 2025

    10
    Beautiful lodge overlooking a water hole
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was perfect

    Cheetah Ridge was brilliant. The staff are so friendly, the food was amazing and the rooms were stunning

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2025

    10
    A wonderful experience throughout
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely friendly staff, fantastic food and drink and we were lucky to be upgraded to the new family suite next to the watering hole, which was just sensational.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing everything was to our liking

    The place is amazing and the staff are really pleasant and helpful

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I would prefer a new menu every day Not the same menu to choose from with not a lot of choices.

    Loved everything about Cheetah Ridge Lodge. Our Guide went out of his way for us and the bar, restaurant and kitchen staff were exceptional. Except for one freezing cold night, our fire in the room was not lit, neither could we light it. It was a very, very cold night, the room was freezing and one could not get warm.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2025

    10
    Absolutely incredible. World class staff and facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff were absolutely incredible. Cayde, our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and went out of his way to ensure we had a great stay. Spe, the barman is a genius mixologist and a wonderful human. Each staff member made us feel welcomed and served us beyond all expectations. A true gem of a team and property.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2025

    10
    A memorable experience. Sam, Thobela, Mlu, Nkosi at the Spa - were phenomenal
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hospitality.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2025

    10
    Wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    We were absolutely treated like royalty

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2025

    10
    A perfect couple safari experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noisy children

    Very charming place that treats guests just right. The game drives were amazing, we had a great guide and the food was fantastic. High recommend!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2025

    10
    Best game lodge close up views of 4of the big 5.missed the elusive leopard
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Couldn’t fault it.

    Location by the dam, accommodation, food and game drives were all excellent. Our ranger Cayde was absolutely brilliant.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2025

    9.0
    Nambiti Ups and not many downs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The amount one has to spend when one doesn't consume alcohol seems a bit disproportionate. I would prefer it if ( inclusive, ment tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and water. Perhaps a choice of complementary soft drinks) Then patrons who do want to drink alcohol should pay a different rate. Simple, booking with or without alcoholic beverages. Those not drinking should get a reduced rate. Those drinking should pay for there alcohol. There could also be a little more information about the area, the reserve, the animals. Perhaps a brochure in the rooms. Including a list of wildlife you can expect to see in the reserve.

    The staff were all very friendly. Our room was luxurious and very comfortable. Because we were only there for one night, we didn't spend much time in it. The communal dining area was warm, welcoming, and comfortable. The rangers were friendly. They answered questions when asked. The facility has a beautiful warm bar area. This caters specifically to those who enjoy there alcoholic beverages. Any issues were resolved by management who go out of their way to please.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2025

    10
    A very special place to experience the beauty of the African wildlife while staying in absolute comfort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Five star everything. Staff, accommodation, spa services and game drives. Everyone is treated like they are special. Such an awesome place to celebrate a wedding anniversary. Would return in a heartbeat. Will never forget our first contact with the cheetah brothers who posed regally for us and on our last game drive we saw the cheetah cubs sunning themselves with Mum.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Beautiful farm with mountain, valley and hilltop views. Wonderful staff who can't do enough for you. Top class management. Brilliant service and great food. Decor/ furnishings are fresh, comfortable, and modern.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2025

    10
    Had a wonderful time and staff went out of their way to may this special time memorable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Excellent with a good choice of hot and cold.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2025

    10
    Trip of a lifetime!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, not one complaint.

    Everything, Ryan our guide was exceptional, couldn’t rate him higher. The staff were all fantastic, Sifiso was a delight and incredibly professional. Siya picked an excellent wine for us when the one we ordered was out and just made our dinner special. I cannot say enough about how good everyone and everything was.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff were fantastic and location awesome

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2025

    10
    Best place to go to safari.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was absolutely perfect. It was our first time on safari and after this experience, we definitely want to come back. Everyone is super professional, very kind and helpful. Highly recommend this place if you want to make unforgettable memories.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2025

    10
    Short overnight stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Short overnight stay but will definitely be back!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2025

    9.0
    Great visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dinner - duck was dry and difficult to cut. The next night the linefish had lots of bones. This was a disappointment as everything else was good.

    Amazing service, great viewing, very comfortable rooms. Best massage. Breakfast and lunch selection good and very tasty. Ryan our ranger was excellent.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to do with lodge itself but i expected nambiti to have more animals - one had to drive considerably to even view elephants and zebras which are abundant in other reserves.

    Had an outstanding experience from room to the food and the guides . The staff was amazing and took great care of us and my kids. Arranged a nanny so me and my husband could go to the spa and also allowed the entire family to stay in the suite . The lodge has a waterhole behind it with lovely viewings of giraffes and even hippos if one is lucky

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 11, 2025

    10
    Exceeded our expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    we loved everything. the staff from before we arrived and throughout our stay we're so accommodating and welcoming, knowing our names and being so attentive. the food was absolutely lovely with a wonderful selection and the location and facilities were top class. we especially loved the game drives and for our guide, nothing was too much of a problem. Leslie went out of his way to take this trip to the next level! An experience we will cherish.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2025

    10
    Fabulous!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful accomodation and guest areas. Stunning scenery and great food. Staff were excellent. Game drives awesome

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely stunning

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent choice for our family. We would love to go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • The Farmhouse
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect for a big family. Brilliant game viewing! Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was delicious.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2025

    10
    Amazing!! Will definitely be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No toilets for the ladies during the game drives! Thought it would be nice to have some stops with 1 loo available. Being pregnant didn’t help the matter and just had to try not to drink anything before or during which was quite hard. Not a massive deal though.

    All the meals were amazing! Loved the intimate, warm atmosphere and all the smiley friendly staff. We were blown away by the level of service and attention to detail including timing everything impeccably. Thank you for a wonderful stay we will definitely be back!

    Stayed in April 2025

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