Tidewaters River Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Tidewaters River Lodge in Gonubie offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and a lush garden. The property features a family-friendly restaurant serving African cuisine, a bar, and an outdoor fireplace. Convenient Location: Located 16 mi from East London Airport, the lodge is near Gonubie Beach (1.6 mi) and Gonubie Golf Club (1.7 mi). East London Museum and Aquarium are 9.9 mi away. Guest Services: Private check-in and check-out, paid shuttle, daily housekeeping, and free on-site parking enhance the stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Christelle
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful place! Clean and fresh beds! Breakfast was great!”
Charlene
South Africa South Africa
“Been here multiple times and the staff and facilities are constant with good service.”
Sarahjlewis
South Africa South Africa
“The property was spacious and accommodating, excellent breakfast and a few meters walk to river which boosts excellent fishing. Deon the host is extremely friendly and very accomadting. Perfectly located in gnoubie and would definitely be back...”
Pieter
South Africa South Africa
“Was a great place with nature all around yet almost still in the city”
Charlene
South Africa South Africa
“The rooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable. The location is tranquil and beautiful, just a 1 min walk to the river. The staff are so friendly. They provide a good breakfast and lively gardens to walk around in.”
Alison
South Africa South Africa
“I've stayed there several times, but it seems to have taken a knock. Only one staff member on duty, bar unplenished, unable to order dinner because 4pm was too late for that, so we had to find a nice restaurant in East London, which is by no means...”
Alison
South Africa South Africa
“Left too early for the airport to have had breakfast, but whenever I have to overnight in EL in future Tidewaters is my choice.”
Lyle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful gardens, bed was so comfortable! Staff are so friendly”
Michelle
South Africa South Africa
“Clean, location was excellent, hostess was magnificent - overall excellent”
Mark
Netherlands Netherlands
“The service was fantastic. Lovely and peaceful setting.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Tidewaters River Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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