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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Standard Cottage | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Local cuisine
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Overview of Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

4.0 star property
This property can only accept bookings for essential travel or stays. You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival. For more information, check local advisories before you book.

8.0/10 Very Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
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off the R46, Touws River, Western Cape

Guests rated this location 8.0/10 - Very Good

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationBokkeriviere Nature Reserve18 min drive
  • Popular LocationHex Valley Golf Club26 min drive
  • Popular LocationVeldskoen Padstal28 min drive

Room options

About this area

Touws River

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa is located in Touws River. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Bokkeriviere Nature Reserve. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Bokkeriviere Nature Reserve - 18 min drive
  • Hex Valley Golf Club - 26 min drive
  • Veldskoen Padstal - 28 min drive
  • Matroosberg Nature Reserve - 51 min drive
  • Willow Creek Olive Estate - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Poolside restaurant - 5 min walk
  • Steers - 8 min drive
  • Patriot Coffee - 7 min drive
  • Loganda Hotel - 7 min drive
  • De Doorns Wynkelder Ko-OP Bpk - 9 min drive

About this property

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

4-star family-friendly lodge
A roundtrip airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a facial, or a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the onsite local cuisine buffet restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Wedding services, barbecue grills, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say good things about the bar, pool, and convenient parking
Room features
All 77 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Mini fridges, free infant beds, and ceiling fans

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Property is disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Free crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

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Check-in

Check-in from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property can only accept bookings for essential travel or stays. You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival. For more information, check local advisories before you book.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 13 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Aquila Private Game
Aquila Private Game Reserve Lodge Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve Touws River
Aquila Private Reserve
Aquila Private Game Reserve &
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Touws River
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge Touws River

Frequently asked questions

Does Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

As of Apr 2, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa on May 1, 2023 start from $206.78, 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.

Is Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa located?

Set in Touws River, this family-friendly lodge is 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Bokkeriviere Nature Reserve. Veldskoen Padstal and Hex Valley Golf Club are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Reviews

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 97 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 37%
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 97 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 37%
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 97 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 13%
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 97 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 9%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 97 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 3%

8.3/10

Cleanliness

8.1/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.5/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Below par food.
Very poor quality mass produce food for the price of the accommodation. Rooms were comfortable. Game reserve is a glorified zoo but I guess there doing some conservation too. Only Zebras were in abundance but rest of the animals can be counted in one hand.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
The game drive was great but the food was not as I remembered it from 12 yrs ago.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful gem of a game reserve
Fantastic experience. We were lucky enough to see all of the animals. The villa had fantastic views and to rake up to zebra and elephants wandering past our balcony was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice get away from the City.
It was a great stay we had, although the Covid restrictions made it a little uncomfortable, where we had to make a special request for our luxury room to be serviced. All in all, the staff are very Covid aware and respect the rules. The staff were al very friendly. all in all, a nice weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

G J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire, UK

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We visited Aquila 4 years ago and decided to come back with our daughter. It was good then but there have been significant improvements since, including better check-in and the addition of an indulgent spa (over 16's only). The number of animals in the reserve had also increased which made for a great game drive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Memorable experience at Aquila. Loved the on site spa and facilities which was a nice touch. Super friendly staff who made us feel welcome and appreciated. Not quite a full safari experience as you might find in without borders, but a good option within reasonable distance from Cape Town if you are tight on time. It was a great option for little ones (two year old was with us) as you are pretty much guaranteed to see a variety of animals in a short period.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020