Dungbeetle River Lodge

4.0 star property
Riverwalk bed & breakfast with free breakfast and lazy river

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Free daily full breakfast
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM324
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul

Room options

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Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lion Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Elephant Suite )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Big 5 Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom (Fish Eagle Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Cottage (River Cottage )

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 173 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Afrika Suite )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
76 Aqua Vista Crescent, Cannonville, Colchester, Eastern Cape, 6175

What's nearby

  • Sundays River Dunes - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Matyholweni Gate - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 27 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Market Square - 28 min drive - 47.3 km
  • Hobie Beach - 33 min drive - 52.5 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grunters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A Taste of Africa Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grunters Pub and Grub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Colchester Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dungbeetle River Lodge

Upscale bed & breakfast near Sundays River Dunes
Located close to Matyholweni Gate, Dungbeetle River Lodge provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy paddleboarding, cycling and fishing at this bed & breakfast. Enjoy on-site activities, such as rowing/canoeing and boat tours. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a paddleboard on-site
  • Barbecues, coffee/tea in reception and a nature reserve
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters and LED light bulbs
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and free infant beds

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Lazy river
  • Paddleboard
  • Pedal boat

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Dungbeetle River Lodge Colchester
Dungbeetle River Colchester
Dungbeetle River
Dungbeetle River Colchester
Dungbeetle River Lodge Colchester
Dungbeetle River Lodge Bed & breakfast
Dungbeetle River Lodge Bed & breakfast Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Is Dungbeetle River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

As of 11 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dungbeetle River Lodge on 14 Jul 2025 start from RM 323.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at Dungbeetle River Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does Dungbeetle River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle fee applies.

Where is Dungbeetle River Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this bed & breakfast is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Sundays River Dunes and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Matyholweni Gate.

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Dungbeetle River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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