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The Village Lodge

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, a quick walk to Blackwater Tubing

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Family Room - Dolphin | View from room
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Family Room - Candlewood | View from room
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Family Room - Dolphin | View from room

Family Room - Dolphin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room - Candlewood | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room - Candlewood

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Family Room - Tsitsikamma | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Family Room - Tsitsikamma

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room - Loerie | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room - Loerie

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room - Sunbird

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room - Otter | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room - Otter

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room - Yellowwood

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Family Room - White Pear

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Family Room - Fynbos | Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room - Fynbos

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Double Room - Honeybadger | View from room

Double Room - Honeybadger

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
40 Darnell Street, Storms River, Eastern Cape, 6308

What's nearby

  • Blackwater Tubing - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Big Tree - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Dolphin Trail - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Tsitsikamma National Park - 21 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Natures Valley Beach - 41 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean On The Move - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marilyn's 60's Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Storms River Mouth Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tsitrus Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Village Lodge

Guesthouse near Blackwater Tubing
Located close to Big Tree, The Village Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills, games, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Village Lodge feature perks such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and free infant beds

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Segway rentals/tours

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 150 for children

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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

Village Lodge Storms River
Village Storms River
The Village Lodge Guesthouse
The Village Lodge Storms River
The Village Lodge Guesthouse Storms River

Frequently asked questions

Is The Village Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Village Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Village Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Village Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Village Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Storms River, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Blackwater Tubing and Big Tree. The Otter Hiking Trail and Storms River Suspension Bridge are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Village Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Fantastic and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

We were only there for one night but Simone was very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

We loved your stay. Stormriver Village is the custiest City we have visited in South África and this lodge is adorable. People are really friendly and they provided us the support needed. Parking available and a nice garden to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10

I should have stayed for a longer period. Absolutely love this area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10

Not fancy but clean, safe and friendly. Very good value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

I loved my stay at the lodge. The staff were all lovely and very friendly which made the stay even more special. The room (Loerie) was quiet, clean and comfortable and the electronic blankets were a great addition. The grounds were absolutely beautiful with great views of mountains and immaculate. gardens. The breakfast was plentiful, fresh and very tasty. I also appreciated the freshly cooked hot options of eggs, bacon etc. The location is also great within the village which allowed us to walk to diner each night and it was a quick drive to the Big Tree and also the National Park. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10

Spacious living quarters, beautiful grounds
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10

We stayed at The Village Lodge during a work/family trip. The staff were friendly and helpful and the property was well maintained on the outside. Inside the room, the finishes looked a bit tired/old, but overall in okay condition. The room seems to be in need of some upkeep. Our daughter slept in the bunk bed and woke up in the morning with bites all over her from what can only be bed bugs, as she was in a separate bed to us, and we were fine sleeping in the main bed. The staff did change the sheets for us the next day, but we didn't chance it to have her sleep in that bed again, so she slept in the main bed. Other than this buggy situation, the stay was not bad. Food options nearby are limited but with our busy schedules we ordered from the only place available, which was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10

Our stay was very enjoyable. The staff was very friendly and helpful and room was very neat and clean with fresh folwers 😀. There are lots of great activities and walking trails in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10

Der freundliche Empfang und die gut ausgestatteten Zimmer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10

Um vilinha incrível. Fiquei num chalé bem confortável para nós 4. Quente de dia (por ser de madeira) mas a noite venta muito. O jardim deles é bem legal e convidativo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10

Funcionários atenciosos, quarto silencioso, camas confortáveis
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10

Unterkunft liegt zentral in Stormsrivier und ist gut vom Preis-Leistungsverhältnis
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10

Friendly staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10

Friendly staff, clean and spacious room for our family of five. Great breakfast. Central location perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10

Very helpful and friendly staff. Delicious breakfast. Well located for area sightseeing. Large comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10

Wonderful staff !!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10

Easy check in, very helpful staff. Right in the middle of town with a brewery and 80s diner directly opposite. Breakfast was also lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10

More of a backpackers type lodge
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018