Moonriver Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Upington with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Luxury Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Dining
Room (Spa) | Jetted tub
Front of property
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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08 Murray, Avenue, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801
  • Place, Kalahari-Oranje Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalahari Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Orange River Cellars
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Upington (UTN)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Presidential Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Spa)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Upington

Within a short walk of Kalahari-Oranje Museum, Moonriver Guesthouse is within a mile (2 km) of Sirkel. This 4-star guesthouse has 6 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sirkel - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kalahari Mall - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Orange River Cellars - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Upington Golf Club - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mcdonalds - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cho-o-latta Cafe & restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Moonriver Guesthouse

Guesthouse in Upington with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Moonriver Guesthouse enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 70 per vehicle roundtrip. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include free minibar items, electric kettles, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 300
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for a deposit of ZAR 300 per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 70 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 70 (roundtrip), (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • Pet deposit: ZAR 300 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 300 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

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

Moonriver Guesthouse Upington
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Moonriver Guesthouse Guesthouse Upington

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Moonriver Guesthouse provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Moonriver Guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Upington, a short 8-minute walk from Kalahari-Oranje Museum and also 17 minutes on foot from Sirkel. You'll also find Kalahari Mall and Orange River Cellars within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Moonriver Guesthouse feature a casino at the property?

No, Moonriver Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Moonriver Guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Moonriver Guesthouse good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a minibar with some free items and a turndown service as well as a bar.

Does Moonriver Guesthouse have a hot tub?

Yes, this guesthouse offers private indoor spa tubs in some accommodations.

Does Moonriver Guesthouse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Moonriver Guesthouse offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Moonriver Guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at Moonriver Guesthouse and the property provides food and water bowls. A deposit of ZAR 300 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Moonriver Guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Moonriver Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to Moonriver Guesthouse is Upington (UTN), which is 4.3 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Moonriver Guesthouse?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Moonriver Guesthouse.

Does Moonriver Guesthouse have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Moonriver Guesthouse if that's in your vacation plans.