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Royal Game Guest House

4.0 star property
A peaceful nature retreat near Kruger National Park where visitors can start their day with a traditional English breakfast in serene surroundings

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Royal Game Guest House offers a tranquil escape near wildlife adventures. Relax in the quiet garden, cool off in the seasonal pool, and enjoy WiFi from your room. Guests love the welcoming environment of this countryside accommodation.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Phalaborwa, Royal Game Guest House is in the suburbs. Qualito Craft Distillery and Hans Merensky Golf Estate are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kruger National Park and Phalaborwa Gate. The Big Hole and Masorini Archaeological Site are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Phalaborwa travel guide
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Map
42 Essenhoutstreet, Phalaborwa, Limpopo, 1390

What's nearby

  • Selati Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wildevy Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Impala Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • President Kruger Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Qualito Craft Distillery
    3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Phalaborwa (PHW-Hendrik Van Eck)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kfc Masorini Phalaborwa
    11 min walk
  • KFC
    17 min walk
  • Bushveld Terrace Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Yurok Spur Steak Ranch
    13 min walk
  • Winpy
    3 min drive

About this property

Royal Game Guest House

Upscale guest house near Kruger National Park
Located close to Qualito Craft Distillery and Phalaborwa Gate, Royal Game Guest House provides free English breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms at Royal Game Guest House have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and fridges

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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)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December

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

Royal Game Guest House Phalaborwa
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Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Game Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Game Guest House?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Game Guest House on 20 Mar 2026 start from NZ$131, including 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.

Is Royal Game Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Royal Game Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Royal Game Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Royal Game Guest House?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Royal Game Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Royal Game Guest House located?

Situated in the suburbs, this guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of Qualito Craft Distillery, Kruger National Park and Phalaborwa Gate. Hans Merensky Golf Estate and The Big Hole are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Royal Game Guest House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

DP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill

The staff was amazing and the rooms and set up around the pool area were so inviting!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

3 star

I think this is more a 2.5 star or 3 star rather than 4 star.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes ,no
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bjørn Lasse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Dejligt sted

God morgenmad og service. Sengen var desværre meget hård og ukomfortabel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ANACLETO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parada próximo de portão do Kruger Park

O local está bem perto de um dos portões do Kruger. Parada estratégica para quem quer partir a viagem. Só achei estranho o cafe da manhã porque precisei falar com 3 pessoas para pedir 2 ovos a mais. Não achei isso legal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KABELO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Happy

good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

KABELO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

happy

good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Faith Nomalizo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The welcome was great and Andy went an extra mile to make us feel comfortable. She even offered an extra room for free as there had been a mistake during booking. However, they need to improve on their breakfast setup especially when the place is full by making sure that they have enough food for all the guests an also offer variety. The lady who was cooking on the first day was very rude and not accommodative. Overall though, we loved the place and wouldn't mind referring others there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr schöne Unterkuft mit großen Zimmern kurz vorm Kruger NP. Sehr nettes Personal mit vielen hilfreichen Tipps.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Viviane, Brasil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, always prompt to help. Romm was comfortableand clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and a screaming deal. Great location really close to Kruger Park. Excellent breakfast. Nothing fancy but everything you need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dezerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place.

Loved the people the food and our stay. They make breakfast and pack lunches if you need. Awesome place would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Fantastico

Una bellissima struttura, accogliente. Con personale professionale e gentilissimo. Consigliatissimo
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

tuna, wien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

hübsches hotel

hübsxhes hotel genau passend für safari sehr in der nähe vom krüger nationalpark max 5min mit dem auto... die gastgeber waren sehr hilfsbereit und haben bei allem sehr geholfen... danke danke an andy und seiner familie... sehr empfehlenswert ;) 5 sterne!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
hotel correct mais pas mal de vis a vis avec les autres chambre piscine trop proche des logements et manque d'intimité.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

DeWayne, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel near Kruger Park.

We got an upgrade. Thanks Lee. Lee was special and very helpful. Sent us to a wonderful restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accueil dans ce guest house situé idéalement à l'entrée du Park Krüger
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

David Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good stay.

We were upgraded because our section of the Hotel was fully booked. Very good accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Cosmin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

One night stay on the way to Kruger park

We arrived late in the evening and there was nobody at reception.The security guy gave us the key to our room .It was a heavy rain that night and the sound or the drops on the metal roof made a terrible noise the whole night. There was a power cut that lasted all night which was as well not not very comfortable . Breakfast was good and the staff friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Helpful and close to Kruger

We drove through Kruger National Park in the early morning and then we did a guided night tours with a braai. We had a wonderful time.

8/10 Good

Saswati, Mamaroneck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No door between toilets and main room

This is a great hotel with very helpful staff but please be careful which room you stay in as some of the roooms do not have a door between the bathroom/toilet and the main room.

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Kalyani

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023