The Village Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Blackwater Tubing

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Family Room - Tsitsikamma | View from room
Children's play area - outdoor
Family Room - Tsitsikamma | Private kitchenette | Shared fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Daily full breakfast (ZAR 150 per person)
Family Room - Dolphin  | View from room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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40 Darnell Street, Storms River, Eastern Cape, 6308
  • Place, Storms River Suspension Bridge
  • Place, Big Tree
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Tsitsikamma National Park
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room - Honeybadger

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room - Loerie

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room - Dolphin

  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room - Sunbird

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room - Otter

  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Room - Tsitsikamma

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room - Candlewood

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

Family Room - Fynbos

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

Family Room - Yellowwood

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

Family Room - White Pear

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Storms River

City center stay.Stay at this Storms River guesthouse and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Blackwater Tubing and 2 miles (3 km) of Big Tree. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are The Otter Hiking Trail and Storms River Suspension Bridge.

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
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 52 min drive - 47.9 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marilyn's 60's Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rafters Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cattle Baron - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Village Lodge

3-star guest house near Blackwater Tubing
As a guest of The Village Lodge, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Village Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Storms River guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
The Village Lodge offers 10 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Village Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • 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

How close is The Village Lodge to the airport?

The Village Lodge is 109.1 mi (112-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Village Lodge?

As of Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Village Lodge on Nov 27, 2025 start from $77.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Village Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Village Lodge.

Does The Village Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Village Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 150 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Village Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Village Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at The Village Lodge?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Village Lodge have a pool?

The Village Lodge does not have a pool.

Does The Village Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Village Lodge to downtown Storms River?

The Village Lodge is 0.3 mi away from Storms River.