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River View Lodge

★★★★·8.9/ 10Recommended
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Offsite parking discounted rates availableGuest education on local ecosystems and cultureAir conditioningSwimming poolFamily roomsSafety deposit boxAll 49 facilities +
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Set within immaculately manicured gardens, River View Lodge is private lodge is an oasis of tranquility located directly on the banks of the lower Chobe River, in Kazungula, Chobe District, Botswana. The lodge offers eleven newly refurbished and tastefully appointed en-suite, air-conditioned rooms and chalets presented in double, twin as well as family configurations. Each chalet has a private verandah to enjoy the views of the gardens and the majestic Chobe River. River View Lodge also has a very spacious and beautifully appointed Private Home, available for a minimum 3 night stay. With its own open plan entertaining area, an en-suite double bedroom and private deck overlooking the Chobe River, the Private Home is perfect for those looking for extra space. In addition to the accommodation, the lodge offers all the amenities typically found in a fully-serviced lodge, including swimming pool, lounge, bar and dining area catering for breakfast, complimentary Safari Tea as well as dinner on advance request. Kasane Airport and the entrance to the Chobe National Park are approximately 12 and 15 kilometres away respectively. Whether lazing around our sparkling swimming pool or communicating with friends and family via our complimentary WiFi, River View Lodge is committed to not only meeting but exceeding your expectations.

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Guest scores & sentiment

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

Guests praise the riverside setting, spacious rooms, and staff's helpfulness, especially homemade food and excellent safaris. Complaints focus on a rude supervisor, aging pool facilities, remote location limiting dining options, and occasional high activity costs.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Rooms9.5
Service9.4
Cleanliness9.4
Location9.1
Facilities9.1
Wi-Fi8.9
Value8.9
PraisedExcellent riverside location · Friendly and professional staff · Outstanding game drives and boat tours · Rich and tasty breakfast/lunch
ComplaintsHigh price/value concerns · Small bathroom space · Smelly towels · Far from National Park

KEYIdeal for those seeking riverside tranquility and safaris. Book activities early; be aware of limited local dining and occasional staff attitude issues.

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