Reviews of Dungbeetle River Lodge 4 stars
76 Aquavista Crescent, 6175 Colchester, South Africa
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Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat ambiance, super comfy beds very friendly staff.
No hairdryer in the room
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThis is our second time at the lodge, the rooms are comfortable, the breakfast was fantastic (vetkoek was a highlight). The proximity to Addo is a huge positive.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us this note and your excellent rating. Kind regards, Etta
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewExcellent location in quiet Colchester near the river, 10 mins from the south entrance to Addo National Park.
Reviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewSpacious, clean and decor was befitting.
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Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewExcellent stay on the Sundays river with a delicious breakfast.
Reviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery warm welcome. Large rooms. Great breakfast. Nice terras. Good location.
N2 noice can be heard from distance
Reviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe beautiful view
Reviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewQuite and a home away from home
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Reviewed: 2 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewIdeally situated for the intended purpose, all the necessary amenities,friendly staff, value for money and good variety breakfast!
Reviewed: 27 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThis was our second time staying at Dungbettle river lodge. The property manager and owner are both very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is really good, the room is clean, bed comfortable. Love the availability of the braai in the courtyard and the canoes to explore the rivers even though we didn’t use it this time as it was extremely cold outside. The views from our room and the breakfast porch are spectacular. Dungbettle will remain part of our future travel through the area.
Reviewed: 12 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewExcellent breakfast - we were planning an early exit on the 2nd day to make the most of the park but opted to stay for breakfast because it was so good on day 1. Fantastic setting and views. Lovely spacious rooms, very well equipped for the cold winter nights. Etta and her staff were fantastic welcoming hosts with plenty of good advice for Addo and the area. Check out the dungbeetle site for more tips.
Can't fault it.
Reviewed: 1 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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Verified reviewComplimentary drink on arrival. The view was magnificent and the room was fantastic. Breakfast was also excellent.
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewSerene and restful. Leona and staff were really lovely. Great breakfast.
Reviewed: 24 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLovely clean property with a lovely view, staff where really helpful and friendly
Reviewed: 22 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast had good variety & quality.
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLovely lodge in beautiful surroundings. Etta and her husband were so welcoming and helpful with local recommendations. We only stayed one night but wish we’d have stayed longer as there is so much to do in the area! Breakfast was delicious.
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Reviewed: 21 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe rooms was comfortable, the extensive breakfast was superb and the view over the river was beautiful and peaceful. The hosts are so knowledgeable and helpful.
Reviewed: 15 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewComfortable everything, highly recommend
Reviewed: 10 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat location and a short drive to the stunning Sundays River Mouth. Wonderful hosts and delicious breakfast.
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Reviewed: 30 March 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
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