Kalahari Lion's Rest

3.5 star property
Riverfront guesthouse in Upington with free parking

Photo gallery for Kalahari Lion's Rest

Minibar, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Shower, towels
Front of property
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Explore the area

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8 Hoephoep Street, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801
  • Place, Upington Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalahari Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalahari-Oranje Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Upington (UTN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

King Room Upstairs

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Room Downstairs

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Upington

At Kalahari Lion's Rest you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Melkstroom and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Desert Palace Golf Course & Casino. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Full breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Upington guest house, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Jackson Island and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Weicheiland.

What's nearby

  • Upington Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kalahari Mall - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Weicheiland - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Orange River Cellars - 14 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mcdonalds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cho-o-latta Cafe & restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kalahari Lion's Rest

Riverfront guesthouse in Upington with free parking
Kalahari Lion's Rest offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Upington guest house is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Kalahari Lion's Rest offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations, with minibars. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Upington guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

Yep, Kalahari Lion's Rest has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kalahari Lion's Rest on 31 Oct 2025 start from NZ$107.86, 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.

Does Kalahari Lion's Rest serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is on offer at Kalahari Lion's Rest.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

No, Kalahari Lion's Rest does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kalahari Lion's Rest?

No, pets are not allowed.