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Otterskloof Private Game Reserve

4.0 star property
Lodge in Kopanong with a bar

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Otterskloof Private Game Reserve offers wildlife viewing in a peaceful setting. Relax by the lobby fireplace after a day outdoors, enjoy drinks at the bar, or borrow mountain bikes to explore nearby trails. The lodge's quiet atmosphere consistently earns praise from guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Room options

En-suite rooms

Highlights

Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

En-Suite Room - Self Catering

Highlights

Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Knapsak River Road, Kopanong, Free State

About this property

Otterskloof Private Game Reserve

Upscale lodge
You can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a library, and a fireplace in the lobby at Otterskloof Private Game Reserve. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking and kayaking. Guests can also expect to find a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and game drive on site
  • A computer station and 1 meeting room
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Coffee/tea makers and portable fans

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

More

  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 4:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

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

Otterskloof Private Game Reserve Lodge Kopanong
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Frequently asked questions

Is Otterskloof Private Game Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Otterskloof Private Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Otterskloof Private Game Reserve?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Otterskloof Private Game Reserve located?

Situated in Kopanong, this lodge is within 20 mi (32 km) of Laurens van der Post Memorial Gardens, Philippolis Reformed Church, and Transgariep Museum.

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Otterskloof Private Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service is impeccable from arrival to check out. Thank you for the refresher towels and cold juice on arrival after a long road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay! Very neat and clean, staff are extremely friendly and the service is superb! Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thys

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

Hidden Gem

What a gem deep in the free state The staff were so friendly and helpful The last minute game ride was out of this world we saw so many animals in a short period of time. The stars were so bright at night. I would definitely recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

One of the best ever!

Had an absolutely great time, beautiful place, wonderful people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

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