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Moonriver Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Dive into adventure with water sports or unwind by the pool. Enjoy a stress-free stay with round-the-clock assistance.

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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

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 209
AED 242 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep

Room options

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Luxury Room | Minibar (some free items), in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Luxury Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Honeymoon Room | Minibar (some free items), in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Honeymoon Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room (Spa) | Minibar (some free items), in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room (Spa)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Minibar (some free items), in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double Room | Minibar (some free items), in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Executive Double Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Upington is home to Moonriver Guesthouse. Orange River Cellars and Eureka Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sirkel and Jackson Island. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Upington travel guide
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08 Murray, Avenue, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801

What's nearby

  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sirkel
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kalahari Mall
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Orange River Cellars
    7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Weicheiland
    7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mcdonalds
    3 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean
    4 min drive
  • Bi Lo Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • KFC
    5 min walk
  • Wimpy
    3 min walk

About this property

Moonriver Guesthouse

  • Upscale guesthouse
  • Consider a stay at Moonriver Guesthouse and take advantage of free English breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Enjoy onsite activities like water skiing and fishing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), wedding services, and multilingual staff
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and 1 meeting room
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Moonriver Guesthouse include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items).
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 32-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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 secured, covered 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

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

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: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 300

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

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed with a deposit of ZAR 300 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Moonriver Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Moonriver Guesthouse?

As of 3 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moonriver Guesthouse on 3 September 2026 start from AED 209, 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.

Is Moonriver Guesthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of ZAR 300 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 300 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Moonriver Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Moonriver Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 70 per vehicle applies.

Where is Moonriver Guesthouse located?

Situated in Upington, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kalahari-Oranje Museum and Sirkel. Harry Surtie Hospital and Gordonia Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Moonriver Guesthouse Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sehr schöne Aussicht über den Fluss, Personal sehr hilfsbereit, aber Frühstückskaffee verbesserungswürdig, sonst alles ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020