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The Village Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Blackwater Tubing

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Daily full breakfast (ZAR 150 per person)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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40 Darnell Street, Storms River, Eastern Cape, 6308
  • Place, Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blackwater Tubing
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Tree
    ‪2 min drive‬

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • 1 bedroom
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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.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Floral Region Protected Areas - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • 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

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

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

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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Village Lodge on Jan 3, 2026 start from $63.32, 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.

The Village Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juliann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happy with everything Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great lodge in great location

Great hosts in great location , thanks will be back Jamie &Janet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Spacious living quarters, beautiful grounds
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerwin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I should have stayed for a longer period. Absolutely love this area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for one night but Simone was very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not fancy but clean, safe and friendly. Very good value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allisson, Helensburgh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Good

Doug

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Wesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

A few bugs to work out.

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 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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 Good

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and spacious room for our family of five. Great breakfast. Central location perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful and friendly staff. Delicious breakfast. Well located for area sightseeing. Large comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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 Okay

Walter

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for a stopover

Great place for a stop over. Clean and spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Valyrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, helpful staff. Enjoyed the outdoor fireplace, complete with blankets and couches. Great homemade breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barend

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yigal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to relax in stormes river

Very nice and calm place, the room was quite big and had all we needed and more

10/10 Excellent

Anat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay at th village lodge

We loved everything about it! For family of 4, the room was great, breakfast was super, and the best was Sophie who was very informative and made our trip even better

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

A little overpriced for what it is

This place is like a one horse town , the guesthouse is located in the center close to everything the rooms are clean and functionable this place to me felt like a backpackers with individual rooms there is a communal area which you can cook your own food and have beer and wine and comfortable sofia. But the down side is that it is outside the rooms so can be a bit noisy from other guests The staff are friendly and helpful and breakfast was reasonable. Personally i felt this was overpriced compared with other places I've stayed in south Africa

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely lodge in fantastic location

We loved our stay at the village lodge! The room was well proportioned and clean and had great views to the mountains. The breakfast was great and had a good selection of cereal, fruit and muffins as well as your choice for a cooked breakfast! It’s in a fantastic location in the middle of the village, so most stuff is just a quick stroll away! The staff were very friendly and helped us book some activities during our stay which we really appreciated, plus we got a full load of laundry done for R80 which was amazing!! I highly recommend staying here, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for family !

Great place for family !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Julie, sydney australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely room facing a pretty garden. The bed was extremely comfortable however the towels were a bit worn. The room could have been improved with a safe, a fridge and a few ammenities like hair conditioner. The staff are friendly and helpful. The lodge is positioned close to walking paths through the tsitsikamma forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017