Tidewaters River Lodge
Lodg, 4-star1 Tidewaters Drive, Gonubie, South AfricaShow on map
7.7 · Good98 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Good locationGuests rate the location 7.3 out of 10, at 1 Tidewaters Drive.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Garden Views and Riverside Serenity Experience tranquility at Tidewaters River Lodge, nestled in Gonubie. Indulge in our restaurant, room service, bar, and lush garden. Relax by the year-round outdoor pool or unwind on the terrace, all while enjoying the picturesque garden views.
Comfortable Accommodation with Modern Amenities Our units boast balconies, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. For your convenience, each unit is equipped with a fridge, microwave, and kettle to make you feel at home.
Outdoor Activities and Nearby Attractions Enjoy a BBQ on-site and explore activities like fishing and canoeing nearby. Visit Gonubie Beach just 2.5 km away or tee off at Gonubie Golf Club 2.8 km from the lodge. With the East London airport a short distance away, let us arrange your transportation for a stress-free stay.
Ready to escape to tranquility? Book your stay at Tidewaters River Lodge now.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
Rooms
7.7
Good
Rated 7.7 out of 10 by 98 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness5.3
- Service8.3
- Location7.3
- Rooms9.2
- Amenities8.3
- Value8.2
- Food & drink6.3
Guests mention
Beautiful lodgeRoom was perfect
DianneSouth AfricaAmazing hostess, pleasant owner and good breakfast
No bath mat (towel)
No soap for bath
No hand/body cream
No rusks or biscuits for morning tea/coffee
1 English breakfast tea bag
Rusted shower
Rusted bath plug
1…
Jan HendrikNLPersoneel was erg vriendelijk. De dame was erg behulpzaam en stond direct klaar voor al he vragen.
Het is erg gehorig. Wij sliepen boven de bar en het restaurant en konden letterlijk alles verstaan wat er beneden verteld…
AmandaSouth AfricaStuff is friend and made out stay easy
Clean and easy to find, beautiful trees
RichardUnited KingdomA very nice place to stay
AngieSouth AfricaLovely staff who went out of their way to assist us. It's a great location that is not too far off the main road and right by the river. The room was spacious and we appreciated the upgrade and the delicious breakfast.…
CharleneSouth AfricaBeen here multiple times and the staff and facilities are constant with good service.
I believe perhaps more options should perhaps be offered for breakfast. Even if just 2 or 3.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
1 Tidewaters Drive, Gonubie, South Africa
Guests rate the location 7.3 out of 10 — good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Tidewaters River Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Tidewaters River Lodge?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Tidewaters River Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Tidewaters River Lodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Tidewaters River Lodge have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Tidewaters River Lodge?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Tidewaters River Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Tidewaters River Lodge?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Tidewaters River Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Tidewaters River Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Tidewaters River Lodge?
1 Tidewaters Drive, Gonubie.
Other places we book in Gonubie
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
