Emily Moon River Lodge

4.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay country house with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; pizza
Luxury Family Unit | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Plasma TV, fireplace
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $318
includes taxes & fees
$274 per night
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2025

Room options

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Luxury Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rietvlei Road, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600

What's nearby

  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 9 min drive
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 10 min drive
  • Knysna Elephant Park - 17 min drive
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Emily Moon River Lodge

When visiting Plettenberg Bay, Emily Moon River Lodge is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in massages, and Simon Bar, one of 2 restaurants, serves pizza. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Plasma television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Fireplace
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Simon Bar - This restaurant specializes in pizza.
Onsite venue #2 - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Emily Moon River Lodge Plettenberg Bay
Emily Moon River Lodge
Emily Moon River Plettenberg Bay
Emily Moon River
Emily Moon River Hotel Plettenberg Bay
Emily Moon River Plettenberg
Emily Moon River Lodge Country House
Emily Moon River Lodge Plettenberg Bay
Emily Moon River Lodge Country House Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Emily Moon River Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Emily Moon River Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Emily Moon River Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Emily Moon River Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Emily Moon River Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, horseback riding, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the country house's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. Emily Moon River Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Emily Moon River Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring pizza.
Does Emily Moon River Lodge have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does Emily Moon River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

We had bats living in our roof, apparently knowingly by the owner (they built a house for them on the near cabin and they migrated to ours). We had to go to bed and sleep with constraint scratching and sliding noises, that was terrible. When we brought it to the attention of the team, they didn’t even bother apologising. The dinning experience over dinner and breakfast was terrible - worst service I’ve seen for a while and average food (it’s quite expensive considering its surroundings). Stay away! The place itself is beautiful, well equipped and has nice facilities, it’s a shame that the staff is so untrained.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A gem with an amazing view (and great restaurant)!
This is a wonderful place to stay in Plett, and every room has amazing views and is tastefully decorated. Great food, great service, great rooms, great views.
Mathew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My Favourite Plett Hotel
Absolutely amazing. Lovely rooms overlooking a lagoon with fabulous interior decorating making a really wonderful ambience. Service is excellent and position is good too. This is my second stay (first in the new rooms); I would definitely stay here again.
Michael, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and so comfortable
Emily Moon is just perfect. The rooms are so comfortably we barely wanted to leave them, particularly the fantastic bathroom and stunning view from each balcony. Nevertheless the restaurant is superb, and all the staff are so friendly - we felt so at home and wished we could have stayed longer.
Jamie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spot and gorgeous sunset view. Good restaurant. Was surprised they did not recognize or do anything special for our honeymoon however
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

African themed lodge with great views
Secluded location with great views over the valley and river. Great breakfast on the terrace. Rooms are suite style in lodges and have great facilities.Quirky ambience with african theme
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Small piece of heaven
“To travel hopefully is better than to arrive” so the saying goes. But our arrival at Emily Moons blew this theory out of the water! From the attractive entrance we knew we had chosen somewhere special and the warm welcome at Reception confirmed this. We were shown to our river lodge which was spacious,beautifully furnished and luxurious with so many thoughtful touches that it’s hard to list them all. Candles, pool/beach towels in a basket we could take with us on a day out, umbrellas, a torch, and plentiful supplies in the bathroom as well as fresh milk in the fridge, replenished daily. Oh, and the view! The lodges have been cleverly positioned so none are overlooked. From your balcony deck The Bijou river winds seaward providing ever changing bird life with each tide. So that’s the accommodation. Now to the food. Breakfast is two fold and plentiful. You can order a selection of cooked breakfasts and also there is a bountiful buffet full of every type of fruit, cereal, fresh bread, jam, muffins, mini quiche to suit all tastes. As a guest you are automatically reserved an evening table at Emily’s restaurant. If you wish to dine elsewhere or in Simon’s bar above, where they serve tasty wood fired pizzas, they will release your table for resale. The Food is top notch and the staff are fantastic. We loved every minute of our stay here. Thoroughly recommend.
Tristan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic spot!
Stunning hotel with lots of character and refined details. Luxurious, spacious rooms with beautiful views of Bitou River. Friendly, professional service.
Zach, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Favorite place in S. Africa!
We loved our time at Emily Moon. Way too short. Staff went out of their way to help us on multiple occasions.
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views, friendly and helpful staff.
The room was spacious and very clean and comfortable. We had a delicious dinner with gorgeous views. Couldn't recommend it more.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

room with a view
Room with its balcony overlooking the river valley was great. What a great view.Good to have a real fire for chilly evenings. Food in restaurant top rated.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Charming high quality with fabulous views
Very relaxing stay, superb location and bags of character
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Over the Moon!
Beautiful, cozy hotel, close to Plettenberg Bay. The place is quiet, welcoming (great staff and ownership), and superbly outfitted in the rooms. The food is excellent. My only complaint was that we there in winter, so the day was too short to truly enjoy sundowners outside. I imagine that in the summer it is beyond exquisite.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr schöne, einzigartige Unterkunft mit extrem gastfreundlichen Gastgebern
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best bed ever
Exuberante. Quarto e cama super confortáveis, vista fenomenal da sacada e do banheiro. Banheiro imenso com banheira. Café da manha excepcional também. Ótimo para casais em lua de mel. Unico problema foi o wifi caso realmente precise se comunicar, mas para nós não foi problema já que queria me desligar do mundo.. rss
Filipe, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisch
Herzlicher Empfang. Das Emiily Moon regt auch beim Zeiten Besuch nach einigen Jahren zum Staunen ein: Die Lage, der Blick auf den River, überall inspirierende Kunst ohne aufdringlich zu wirken. Das Essen war toll, das beste Rindsfilet auf unserer Reise. Top Preis-Leistung.
Peter, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Prachtige lodge gelegen aan de rivier. Kamers zijn super gedecoreerd en ruim.
Irene, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfeito
Perfeito
Davi, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Karlheinz, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!
Amazing accommodation with the best breakfast and dinner you can wish for.
D., 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tolles Hotel mit sehr großzügigen Zimmern. Sehr gutes Restaurant am Abend; nachmittags ausgezeichente Pizza, sehr beliebt.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Gardenroute
Die Lage des Hotels ist super. Das Essen im Restaurant ist ausgezeichnet. Es wird nur alles sehr schnell reserviert und es geht sehr hektisch zu. Das Servicepersonal wirkt sehr unorganisiert.Das Frhstück ist exzellent. Nur insgesamt müsste das Hotel mal rundum erneuert werden. Es sei denn, man liebt den Vintage Style. Zimmer war gemütlich, jedoch waren nachts im Dach ständig Tiere unterwegs (Mäuse etc.) Dadurch war der Schlaf sehr beeinträchtigt
4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Muito charmoso!
Lugar incrível!! Uma vista maravilhosa e o hotel, cheio de detalhes charmosos!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Every room has amazing views and is tastefully decorated."
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0