Located within a 2-hour drive of Cape Town, Aquila Private Game Reserve offers a safari experience with mountains and landscape views. The reserve boasts an outdoor swimming pool and an on-site spa. Decorated in an African style with wooden furniture, each unit at Aquila features an outdoor shower and is equipped with a fan and a minibar that can be stocked on request. Some units offer a private patio/balcony offering views of the reserve. Meals are included at Aquila, which features a triple-volume buffet restaurant with an upstairs viewing area boasting scenic views of the Karoo mountains. There is also a pool bar and cigar lounge available for drinks and snacks. Home to the 'Big 5' wildlife species, guests can enjoy scheduled morning and afternoon safari game drives within an open 4 x 4 safari vehicle, which are included in the rate. Horse-back and quad-bike safaris can also be arranged. Guests staying 2 nights or more receive complimentary access to the spa, which boasts an indoor heated pool, a sauna, steam room and 12 treatment rooms. The property also features a library, curio shop and children's entertainment area. Cape Town International Airport is 173 km away from the game reserve. A shuttle can be arranged at an additional surcharge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
4 single beds
and
2 large double beds
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
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2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.2
Low score for Touwsrivier

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Fiona
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The beautiful setting and the facilities available at your leisure.
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Game drive with very knowledgable driver. (Talent) Meal buffets with plenty of variety. Cheerful, friendly, helpful staff. Lovely swimming pool.
  • Bill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Aquila was Amazing the room was perfect all staff fantastic game drives great guides top notch with knowledge 👌
  • Mairi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well organised, our driver Agent, great view from the room, food was good with lots of options
  • Anna
    Russia Russia
    Everything was as expected. Ranger Charlie did his best to show us all the animals during both game drives. The hotel area is very nice. At night there was also stargazing and marshmallows on the fire. Good choice for the first game drive experience.
  • Jacqui
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a great experience with excellent facilties
  • Clarissa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The resort part of the reserve is well set out. The welcome drink and buffet food lunch/dinner/breakfast was delicious. Wish I'd gone up to see the bar area upstairs, but forgot! Our thatched terraced accommodation was in a real safari style and...
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great trip for our 6 and 10 year olds, lot’s of wildlife but not really a safari for adults
  • Phillip
    Australia Australia
    Good wildlife experience close to Cape Town if you don't have enough time and money to go to the bigger and better game reserves. You will get to see all the "Big Five" as advertised however the animals are not "wild" living in a life and death...
  • Grant
    Canada Canada
    Game drives were the highlight but the spa was also fantastic! Room and hotel were neat and clean. Hotel staff were friendly and efficient and our game ranger was exceptional.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Aquila Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge

Activities

  • Game drives
  • Kids' club
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, the Full Board rates do not include drinks.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

  • Yes, Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Aquila Restaurant
  • Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa is 5.6 miles from the centre of Touwsrivier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Children's playground
    • Mini golf
    • Kids' club
    • Back massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Head massage
    • Horse riding
    • Foot massage
    • Game drives
    • Full body massage
    • Beauty Services
    • Neck massage
    • Facial treatments
    • Hand massage
    • Waxing services
    • Couples massage
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet
  • Room options at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa include:

    • Chalet
    • Family
    • Double
  • Check-in at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.