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Moonriver Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Upington guesthouse with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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At Moonriver Guesthouse, discover a charming retreat with an outdoor pool, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or take part in thrilling water skiing and fishing activities.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)

Why we love this property

Food and free drinks
This guesthouse offers complimentary English breakfast to start the day right. The on-site bar provides a cosy spot for evening refreshments.
Nightly turndown perks
Rooms feature nightly turndown service for comfort. Guests can enjoy the convenience of a free minibar with limited items in every guestroom.

Room options

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Luxury Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Luxury Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Plasma TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Honeymoon Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Plasma TV
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Presidential Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Presidential Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Plasma TV
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Spa) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room (Spa)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Plasma TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Plasma TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Map
08 Murray, Avenue, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801

What's nearby

  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sirkel - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kalahari Mall - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Harry Surtie Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Gordonia Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN) - 8 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Red Ox - ‬16 min walk
  • Ocean Basket
  • ‪Dros Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Moonriver Guesthouse

Located just 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from the airport, Moonriver Guesthouse offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Canoeing
  • Waterskiing
  • Fishing
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch plasma TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 70 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 300 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 18 costs ZAR 70 (return)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: ZAR 300 per stay

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Also known as

Moonriver Guesthouse Upington
Moonriver Guesthouse Guesthouse
Moonriver Guesthouse Guesthouse Upington

Frequently asked questions

Does Moonriver Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Moonriver Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. A deposit of ZAR 300 per stay is required. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Moonriver Guesthouse?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 70 per vehicle return.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of ZAR 300 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Moonriver Guesthouse and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as waterskiing and fishing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guest house's other amenities, which include a picnic area.

What's the area around Moonriver Guesthouse like?

Moonriver Guesthouse is a short 8-minute walk from Kalahari-Oranje Museum and 17 minutes' walk from Sirkel.

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