Bitou River Lodge | Bed & Breakfast in Plettenberg Bay

| 9.0 (62 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  7 Bathrooms  5 Guests
Buffalo Hills Game Reserve Bed & Breakfast | Bitou River Lodge

5 Bedroom Bed & Breakfast in Buffalo Hills Game Reserve, Plettenberg Bay

Bitou River Lodge is located on the banks of the Bitou River, 7.3 mi from Plettenberg Bay. It features a swimming pool and each room opens onto the garden leading to the river. Each individually decorated room has a patio and comes equipped with a fan and a TV. The bed is draped in mosquito nets and the private bathroom includes a bath and shower. A farmhouse breakfast is served every morning at Bitou River. A number of restaurants serving a range of local and international cuisines can be found within 4.3 mi. Guests can enjoy a swim in the pool or explore the wetlands by canoe. The guest lounge provides a comfortable area to relax with a book or play a game of chess or solitaire. Free Wi-Fi and private parking is available. The Plettenberg Bay Airport is 12 mi from the property.

Bitou River Lodge is located in Plettenberg Bay.

This 5 Bedrooms Bed & Breakfast is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Ocean View, Guest Services, Entertainment, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 62 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Plettenberg Bay and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Bed & Breakfast for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Activities
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Game room
  • Bike tours
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Playground
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits available
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Saltwater pool
  • Swimming pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that due to 656 foot unfenced river frontage and an unfenced swimming-pool, children under the age of 7 cannot be accommodated at the property, please note that only the number of guests indicated at booking can enter bitou river lodge. outside guests are not allowed on the property.dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions, this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.2
Location:
9.85
Staff:
9.65
Facilities:
9.35
Comfort:
9.8
Cleanliness:
9.5
Kim Ørum
Aug 4, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Denmark
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Scenic and quiet place.
Negative: Cold - no heating in room nor heating blankets. (End July)
Summary: Relaxing place
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Guest bathroom

General

Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hypoallergenic, Key access, Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Fan, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, TV

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Coffee machine, Dining table, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchenette, Electric kettle

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Terrace, Barbecue, Patio

View

Garden view, View, Lake view, River view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Feather pillow, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Shallow end, Saltwater pool, Pool towels
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 25 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies, Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Bathtub, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Guest bathroom

General

Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hypoallergenic, Key access, Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Fan, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels, TV

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Kitchenware, Coffee machine, Dining table, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchenette, Electric kettle

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area, Terrace, Barbecue, Patio

View

Garden view, View, Lake view, River view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Drying rack for clothing, Feather pillow, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Shallow end, Saltwater pool, Pool towels
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