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Tucked away at the end of a private road and right on the lagoon's edge, this 4-star lodge is a private paradise in the charming village of Wilderness. Moontide Riverside Lodge has a relaxed, calm and stimulating environment throughout the property, creating a comforting ambiance for guests. Moontide Riverside Lodge offers superbly furnished luxury rooms with original art, have amazing lagoon views. Rooms enjoy complete privacy with private entrances that also lead into a garden with a pool and 400 year-old milkwood trees. Enjoy freshly served breakfast every morning on the terrace while looking over the lagoon. Guests can then enjoy canoeing or fishing in the lagoon or explore the stunning surroundings while hiking or horse riding. Alternatively, Moontide is located at the heart of the Garden Route, allowing for great further explorations and just 2 minutes from Wilderness Beach.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Wilderness, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
2 full beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 king bed
and
2 sofa beds
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Monique
    United States of America United States of America
    Riverside rooms offer great privacy and comfort. Lovely deck area for breakfast and relaxing. Each unit is different and very comfortable. Excellent breakfast included to start each day. Very friendly and helpful staff and onsite owner. Free...
  • Ilana
    Israel Israel
    We received a warm welcome on arrival, and Candi gave us tips about activities and restaurants. The Stone Cottage is the perfect size for a family of four, the decor exquisite, and the breakfast was delicious. We had dinner at The Girls, which was...
  • Spencer
    Malta Malta
    This is such a beautiful place. All the rooms are very tastefully and individually furnished. The location is just perfect. Make sure that you will have a swim in the lagoon and that you stay for a day longer than you had planned.

Hosted by Maureen Mansfield

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Maureen Mansfield
On the banks of the Wilderness lagoon, two minutes walk from the beach, award-winning Moontide Guest Lodge has been heralded "the most romantic retreat in the Garden Route" as well as "best value Garden Route accommodation".
Maureen Mansfield, restored the original the homestead, built in the 1920s, to its former glory and in 1994 threw open her doors to her first paying guests with just four rooms.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Moontide Riverside Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Moontide Riverside Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Moontide Riverside Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Moontide Riverside Lodge

  • Moontide Riverside Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Horseback riding
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Swimming pool
    • Beach

  • Check-in at Moontide Riverside Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Moontide Riverside Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet from Moontide Riverside Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Moontide Riverside Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Bungalow
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • Moontide Riverside Lodge is 2,300 feet from the center of Wilderness. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Moontide Riverside Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.