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Mbotyi River Lodge

Resort Lusikisiki · Eastern Cape

About

Mbotyi River Lodge is a family hotel and holiday resort providing accommodation at the mouth of the tidal Mbotyi River on the Wild Coast in Pondoland, Eastern Cape.

Accommodation

The property offers 48 en-suite rooms in 36 log cabins and 12 thatched units with private balconies or patios overlooking the sea, lagoon or valley, tea and coffee facilities, ceiling fans and safes. Twelve rooms interconnect for families. Superior Rooms have air conditioning and fridges.

Facilities

Outdoor swimming pool, separate children's pool, jungle gym with child minders, spacious grounds with manicured lawns, indigenous gardens and sunny wooden decks, games room with 360-degree views, pool tables, table tennis, darts, The Long Bar, canoes and small on-site convenience shop. Hairdryers and mosquito plugs available at reception.

Location & Surroundings

Mbotyi River Lodge is at the mouth of the tidal Mbotyi River on the Wild Coast in Pondoland, Eastern Cape. It is 26 km from Lusikisiki, reached via the Magwa Tea Plantation and 19 km of gravel road. Guided village walks provide access to authentic Pondo culture.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed

Rooms

Superior Rooms

3 units with air conditioning and fridges. Breakfast and dinner included; lunch a la carte in festive season. Private balconies or patios, tea and coffee facilities, ceiling fans, safes and en-suite.

From
R1,475

Standard Rooms

Views of the beach, river and Indian Ocean. Dinner, bed and breakfast included; full board option in mid/peak seasons. Private balconies or patios, tea and coffee facilities, ceiling fans, safes and e

From
R1,295

Thatched Rooms

12 units, spacious and rustic with sunny patios, fridges and baths only (no showers). Breakfast and dinner included. Private balconies or patios, tea and coffee facilities, ceiling fans, safes and en-

From
R1,050

Standard Sea Facing

Double And Single Bed Rooms. Ensuite Bathrooms with shower or Bath, toilet & basin. Balcony with lovely view of garden, pool & sea

Double x 1
From
R3,700

Standard Lagoon Facing

Double And Single Bed Rooms. Ensuite Bathroom with shower or Bath, toilet & basin. Balcony with lovely view of garden, River & lagoon

King x 1
From
R3,700

Thatch

Double And Single Bed Rooms. Ensuite Bathroom with shower or Bath, toilet & basin. Balcony with lovely view of Garden, River & Lagoon

Double x 1
From
R3,250

Location

Get Directions → Lusikisiki Guide →
Sleeps 70

Directions

26 km from Lusikisiki via scenic drive through the Magwa Tea Plantation followed by 19 km of gravel road. Standard vehicles are adequate, though 4x4s are popular for local trails.

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Features

On-site Shop Interconnecting Rooms Nature Setting Year-round Wheelchair Access With Prior Arrangement

Activities

Hiking Swimming Bird Watching Fishing Horse Riding Mountain Biking Cultural Tours Canoeing Village Walks Community Projects Butterfly Viewing Beach Golf

Amenities

Swimming Pool Bar Games Room Mosquito Plugs Children's Pool

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