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Dungbeetle River Lodge

★★★★·9.0/ 10Recommended
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Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningFamily roomsBBQ facilitiesSafety deposit boxFax/photocopyingAll 34 facilities +
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With a stay at Dungbeetle River Lodge in Colchester, you'll be on the riverwalk, just a 4-minute walk from Sundays River Dunes and a 5-minute drive from Matyholweni Gate. This 4-star bed & breakfast is 2. 3 mi (3. 7 km) from Addo Elephant National Park and 18 mi (28. 9 km) from Amakhala Game Reserve. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. This bed & breakfast also features tour/ticket assistance and barbecue grills. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite. A complimentary full breakfast is included. Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 75 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-23

Guests praise the prime location near Addo Park, river views, and friendly staff with excellent homemade breakfast. Cons include dated facilities, noise issues, limited nearby dining options, and occasional hot water problems.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.5
Location9.3
Rooms9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Value8.8
Facilities8.8
Wi-Fi7.8
PraisedExcellent location (riverside/near park) · Delicious and abundant breakfast · Friendly and warm staff · Great activities (boat/safari)
ComplaintsLimited dining options nearby · No dinner service at hotel · Some facilities slightly dated · Facilities feel somewhat old

KEYIdeal for Addo visitors. Book river-view rooms; expect dated decor and plan meals nearby.

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