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Definitely not for the refined traveler. No towels provided for thos staying in the accommodation. Very basic indeed, The ablutions need a massive upgrade. Communal Kitchen heaving with cups and overloaded fridge. Only for students and backpackers I feel.. Staff friendly enough but although the surroundings are very lush and pretty. there is a constant stream of people meandering around. A table and chairs outside my room with a constant night light shining in to the glass door made it a rest spot for those in serious and normal voiced conversation right outside. I suppose it didn't dawn on them that someone else may be trying to sleep ! I have to say that "mindfulness" in among the nature lovers is a tad lacking ! One needs to consider others if you are in a shared" spaces. The cost ? A hefty R518.00 for a very basic bunk bed.... down the road R800 for a luxury room with gorgeous bathroom use of all facilities as well as a FULL breakfast. No comparison. Won't be doing that again

I spent an extra night here once I saw the view from my river facing room. So serene! The hotel is also far from the N2 highway where other hotel guests may hear the N2 traffic. The hotel has its own canoes so you can use it for free. Eden Adventures is on site if you plan to do more adventurous activities. Good wifi in the common areas. Friendly staff. Safe parking. Just don't stay in room 10 (the first room I was given facing the parking - I found it a little mouldy). Without hesitation the receptionist moved me to room 28 on the river which was much better (so good that I extended the night). If in Wilderness make sure you check out the Map of Africa Viewpoint which is a 10 minute drive up one of the mountains. That view is worth your trip there!

I travelled to Wilderness in July for a conference and was looking for a quiet place to stay for a few days. The Old Trading Post was the choice and I don't regret making it. It was very comfortable and the attention given by the hosts was excellent. Although a little out of the main centre, the drives each day around the lakes were genuinely pleasant and a great way to start and end the day.

WE only spent 1 night in Wilderness before heading to Knysna. We arrived late at night and had no issues with check-in. We had to drive back to town about an hour after check-in and it was quite scary as we were two girls driving alone in very dark roads and streets. Breakfast the next day was really nice and had a homey feel. We didn't really get to enjoy the pool and the morning views much as we had to leave early. The owner recommended a few nice places to eat aswell as attractions in Wilderness which was very nice and helpful.

Charming place with clean beds and bathrooms. Service was good and it was near the venue i wanted to be. Lovely restaurant downstairs where you also have breakfast.

Very nice room, ( first class ) good breakfast, great location on Garden Route, good parking, safe, near George Airport ( 12 minutea drive. Near fantastic coastline ( Wilderness city ) very personal friendly owners that was very helpfull. Very good value for money. Bus station around the corner to Cape Town or Port Elisabeth/Durban/ Johannesburg

The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was fantastic. The location is breathtaking. My only small criticism is the bed. It was really uncomfortable. They should consider investing in some better mattresses. Otherwise my stay was lovely.

We stay 2 nights there, first night it was extremely humid but you cannot control the weather. The next day was drier and feel much better. Breakfast is great, staffs are friendly and they have very lovely cats and dogs.

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying here in Nov 2018 , sadly for only 2 nights. What a lovely couple - Sonja and Newton were outstanding. personalised interaction, and top notch service. We had a late flight into George and Newton stayed to welcome us to the place. This was the first time that we stayed at a B&B and because of Sonja and Newton, we loved it. Amazing place, stunning views, Greta hosts and brilliant breakfast. Will definitely recommend this place and will definitely be back. Thanks Sonja and Newton.

Hosts were so lovely, we arrived late after travel delays which wasn’t a problem at all, we were greeted right away and walked to our room. The bed was huge and comfortable, and the room was very dark and quiet which was perfect for a big sleep after 36 hours of travelling. The common areas were beautiful and had every amenity you could need. We woke up to a gorgeous view of the mountains and delicious in room coffee. Highly recommend Victori Inn for well priced luxury along the garden route.

Arrived late in the evening and our host came out to welcome us and showed us to the room. Room was warm and a welcome drink was offered - Nice Touch. The room was lovely, we stayed in the Sunbird Suite. Wrap around balcony and nice and quiet. It is was also nice that they were dog friendly! We will stay there again on our travels!!

We stayed in two bedroomed option upstairs. It was enormous and lovely. Almost too big just for two - but we coped!! Fantastic location right next to underpass to little village and right opposite entrance down on to beach. One row back from beach with view from one of the sitting areas. Dined at The Girls which was excellent and so reasonably priced. Beach to walk for miles and a couple of body boards and an umbrella that you could borrow from Wilderness. Water temperatures slightly warmer than Cape Town! We did not have breakfast there as we were self contained upstairs.

We had a great stay at the Wilderness hotel. Staff were friendly and helped carry our baggage on arrival. I booked our stay over a few different bookings and eventually got the rooms sorted and remained in one room. The hotel are recovering from a long period being closed and one cant expect that all facilities are 100%, but the thing that matters are that they are all trying very hard and their effort is noticable. One cant be too hard on them, especially because they are rated 3 star. Definately getting value for your money. Enjoyed the stay and looking forward staying there again... And hopefully notice some improvement!

I have worked in 38 countries and am visiting the grandchildren in South Africa. Daughter allowed us to take them on their first visit to Addo elephant park and then onwards to Safari Ostrich farm. Decided to stay one night at Far Hills and were completely amazed. Will definitely return when back in South Africa (but next time possibly on a romantic visit with "granna nana". Daughter "Princess" is definitely planning on visiting.

Wish we had stayed longer😌 we arrived tired and went onto the spacious terrace out front of our large room and couldn't believe our luck. Excellent value for money. We had it all ! Excellent room with an unbelievable view of beach at Wilderness, few steps through the lovely gardens with sun beds and were on the beach. Fantastic! Breakfast was great with a lovely view again.

Great location Great view Fantastic hosts and so helpful with restaurant bookings and places to visit We will be back!!

A great place to stop over for a couple of nights in Wilderness. Beautiful view of the sea from their terrace. Denise & Lou are very friendly and helpful hosts, make you feel like you're visiting old friends in their house. Just check that you're getting what you booked with Agoda, not very clear. Best contacting the property directly after booking to be sure. A minor issue compared to the great setting.

We had the loft room which was really special however the lack of a proper bathroom has bothered my husband a little. Also the ceiling heights were abit low to comfortably stand and walk in the room. Apart from that everything else was great. Breakfast was great, staff was friendly especially the property manager. Location and view was great too. Maybe a room downstairs will be a better option.

We enjoyed our stay at Sea Paradise immensely. The staff was every helpful and friendly, the views were great as you are right on the beach. You can walk right onto the beach from the back garden, no need to cross a road or walk far. Salinas Restaurant up the road is amazing, great views and great food.

Pretty laid back vibe in the general area also grew on the owner just being extra nice and chilled out! The place is really beautiful with an awesome bathroom and offering a perfect view of the lake behind the house. Kind of hard to find at first since there is no number visible on the house but definitely worth while. We'll be back on our next stop over in Wilderness.

This place has been a holiday destination for me as i was growing up and it still is now, with my own little family. The hotel isn't too modern but it has everything one needs for a comfortable stay. Greatest perk is that the cater for muslims. It is strictly halaal (yay!). The food was exceptional. Breakfasts were different each morning and there is a chef who makes your eggs as you wish. The view of the ocean as you enjoy your breakfast is spectacular! Even the walk to the private beach is so welcoming and refreshing. Being a private person, this was idyllic and perfect for me. The staff was so friendly and hospitable. This was truly one of the best holiday experiences. There's so much to offer and appreciate about this gem. I'm already working out when my family and i can escape to this little bit of paradise again. The 5 hour drive (with a busy baby) is most certainly worth it!

A beautiful Guest House ,Tastefully Furnished and immaculate in detail. The Garden room is spacious and houses a king size bed and a huge bathroom complete with rain shower. The private garden is home to many types of birds and all are welcomed with water,seed and fruit supplied by the Hosts Gerald and JD . We were fortunate to sight the Knysna Lurie .JD phoned our room to tell us it was feeding on the breakfast patio. It is a magnificent bird. Gerald and JD provide an amazing breakfast starting with a cold spread of fruit,cheeses,cold meats,croissants,muffins,assorted breads and cereals and yogurts. All this is followed by an English Breakfast or a variety of egg dishes. JD and Gerald are committed to providing an excellent service to their guests and are gracious and caring. Their area Knowledge is remarkable. Booking Wilderness Manor will be a holiday in itself!

We got a unit (I think suite 6) which allowed us access to a kitchen and lounge area. The kitchen didn't have an oven, only stove top. If you like plunger coffee take your own plunger. Everything else was absolutely great. Lovely size room, fridge and kitchenette to make coffee, electric blankets on the bed, heater in the room, lovely sized bath, good water pressure for shower. For breakfast you have a nice view from the main house, overlooking the sea. They have quite a wide range of options for breakfast including omelette, fruit salad and muesli, flapjacks with banana and bacon, plus three other options. You are not even 2 minutes drive from several restaurants, the spar, and shops. I would definitely stay here again.

Me and my daughter planned a peaceful weekend away and that's exactly what we found here. We stayed in room no 4. It has a beautiful little garden with a lovely view and birds singing and adding to the peaceful, beautiful atmosphere. The room consists of everything you need, a little kitchenette, tv, bathroom, etc. Carmen and her staff are the most friendly, helpfull people. We would defnitely return!!

Most beautiful apt we have ever stayed in. Luxurious decor and exceptional hospitality by Ruan. Walking distance to village and restaurants.

Based on the rating and the pictures on the internet, we had different expectations. The establishment or certainly the chalet we had, was not deserving of 4 stars - perhaps 3 at best. For the price I also thought that it was expensive.

Really nice place overlooking the lake not far from wilderness. Up an isolated dirt road. Great pool. Sweet hosts. A really nice place to chill for a couple days.

Winter is too cold, although size of room was large and access to rest of the property was a bonus.

We arrived late after a long car journey in the dark and engulfed in smoke from the forest fires in Wilderness. Rita informed us by phone our key was in the letter box. A misunderstanding occurred, unknown to us there were two keys and we had taken the first one we were able to feel for, visibility was so poor we it was impossible to see the key at the back of the letterbox. We ended up staying in a tiny room with none of the kitchen or sitting room arrangements. After discussing it with her the next day, again by phone , there was no apology on her behalf just blame. I left feeling very aggrieved at her rude and unkind manner. To top it off the room we stayed in came with an empty beer can in the chandelier! The house is a great location but the decor is reminiscent of an old people’s home. Poor value and overrated.

We were so lucky to bumped into Moontide's owner while we were at St Francis bay. We had no plan to stop at Wilderness while on the way to Cape Town. Hence it came as a pleasant addition to our trip. Upon arriving at Moontide, we were awe by this exceptionally unique guesthouse. Moontide's premise was tastefully designed with each guest room tiered, from boat house by the lake, to treetop rooms. We chose the treetop room and had a lovely view of the lush greenery and lake. The room is beautifully furnished in African theme. There was bathtub and an outdoor shower area. The highlight of Moontide, for me at least, is their 2 intelligent and gorgeous Siamese cats. As a 100% purr cat lover, I am elated to have their company. Another plus point, they had heated bed. We get to lay in the warm bed, while keeping the balcony door open, feeling the cool winter breeze. Our biggest regret, was that we can't afford to stay another night as we had a schedule to meet.