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Moontide Guest Lodge

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Lake
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Outdoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Southside Road, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560
  • Wilderness Lagoon
    3 min walk
  • Wilderness National Park
    3 min walk
  • Salinas Beach Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • George (GRJ)
    19 min drive

Room options

The Boathouse

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Moon River

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Moonshadow 1

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Moonshadow 2

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Basic Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Milkwood

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Tree Tops

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Stone Cottage

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

The Nest

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Patio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About this property

Moontide Guest Lodge

4-star Wilderness guest house with restaurant
This guesthouse features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Moontide Guest Lodge offers 8 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Wilderness guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The guesthouse offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This Wilderness guesthouse also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Moontide Guest Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8 AM and 10 AM.
Moontide Guest Lodge has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 1993
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

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
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

Moontide Guest Lodge Wilderness
Moontide Guest Lodge
Moontide Guest Wilderness
Moontide Guest
Moontide Guest House Hotel Wilderness
Moontide Guest Wilderness
Moontide Guest Lodge Guesthouse
Moontide Guest Lodge Wilderness
Moontide Guest Lodge Guesthouse Wilderness

Moontide Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
There was a real personal touch when we stayed at the Moontide Guest Lodge, by all staff. Breakfasts were particularly good. It is a great place for a break from busy life.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing!!! So quirky.... ticks all the boxes!! Food was great. Location sublime and attention to do detail next level. This is a must stay place... get a lake view room and hope the cat smoky sleeps with you😍😍😍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, altough the rooms are small.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best "boat house room" EVER!!!!
Our overnight stay was THE BEST in so many ways. The warm, helpful greeting was very heart warming and the location, comfort and tastefully decorated room was very very special. The attention to detail on the delicious and plentiful breakfast was admirable. I can recommend this accommodation to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super super spot—tranquil, clean, stylish, lovely
Stay here. Very interesting and beautiful place. Clean, comfortable, quiet, great rooms and breakfast. Stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic—stay here!
I loved Moontide! Super location on the river, away from traffic, quiet, peaceful and beautiful villa and grounds. A lovely room, clean, comfortable, great bed, super bath, excellent breakfast and lovely staff. A winning spot to rest and relax. Just super.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful
Awesome hotel with heaps of character. Beautifully decorated indiviualistic suites done with care and consideration
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
South African road trip.
Moontide Guesthouse is in a beautiful setting overlooking the lagoon with individually designed rooms. Our room was beautifully appointed with a comfortable bed and everything we needed. The staff were friendly and welcoming and were able to offer suggestions for dinner. The breakfast was delicious and there were a range of options. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing place. Staff are courteous
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Ofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Chevy Chase MD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our only regret regarding the Moontide Lodge is that we only stayed one night! Our room, the “Milkwood” was clean, comfortable, well-appointed, and perfect for our family of four. It was decorated with all sorts of interesting curios which gave it a homey feel. Our children loved the loft and the thatched roof. We used one of the canoes to go for a little row across the lagoon. Breakfast was delicious, service was great, and Janet at reception was most kind and helpful. We would definitely go back should we visit Wilderness again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Winter break
Lovely place. Beautiful setting on the river, the service was very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David/Margaret, England

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Restful, beautiful location, exceptional!
Rarely does a hotel match up to its reputation, this location is superb, and the care taken by all concerned to make our stay as restful and enjoyable as possible was truly exceptional. As you will gather we injoyed all elements of our three night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Honeymoon
We were on honeymoon and enjoyed every minute. Staff were freindly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous place with great service
Moontide was amazing. I wanted to move in and stay for months! The "rooms" are huge and all different with little nooks and crannies filled with treasures and comforts. We had stone cottage that, while quirky, was fun and very comfortable. Service was amazing from everyone and the breakfast on the patio overlooking the river was delicious and so peaceful. My kids loved swimming in the river and taking a canoe out. Manager Tim booked the best restaurants for us each evening and was always available for questions. This is the best place we have stayed in South Africa or anywhere for a long time.

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection
Lovely hotel in a beautiful setting. Staff was amazing. We had to leave early morning and they graciously provided breakfast prior to normal serving time. Maureen is a charming hostess and Tim a very helpful manager in terms of suggesting restaurants and things to do. Each suite is different and beautifully decorated. Couldn't ask for a better place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If I owned or ran a hotel it would be Moontide
Moontide Guest Lodge is a totally unique hotel and a totally unique experience. We were looked after perfectly from arrival to departure by our excellent host Tim. We stayed in Stone Cottage which is perfect in every detail - its 2 bedrooms were a home from home. Breakfast - cooked to order and served on the terrace, was sublime. I have no doubt we'll be staying at Moontide again.

10/10 Excellent

claire, uk

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Beautiful
So much nicer than the photos show. This is such a lovely place to stay I wish we stayed longer. Very helpful, friendly and lovely breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

William E., Virginia

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Definitely recommend
Stone Cottage great for a family as two separate bedrooms with bath between.

8/10 Good

Helen, Northern Ireland

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A little African Gem
Tim the manager is very welcoming & a great host. He works very hard to ensure the comfort of guests & to help them plan each day so they enjoy their stay at Wilderness to the maximum. Maureen the owner speaks to individual guests each morning at breakfast & is very supportive. She has given great thought to the decoration of each room. Ours had a strong African theme & we loved it. Special touches everywhere we looked in our room. Bathroom really well proportioned & had beautiful soaps etc

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
20 days in South Africa and this was our favorite stay.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Um hotel pra ficar!
Esse hotel é um sonho!! Que delícia sentar nas mesas e espreguiçadeiras do jardim de frente para o rio ou pegar um dos caiaques disponíveis e curtir o sol. O quarto também, além de confortável, era de extremo bom gosto. Decoração cuidadosa e caprichada A equipe é fantástica: a dona, Maureen, o Judge, que esteve conosco na maior parte do tempo .. todos muito muito gentis e profissionais, genuinamente interessados no bem-estar dos hóspedes. Adoramos tudo e ficamos loucos de vontade de voltar!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019