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Moonriver Guesthouse

Property class: 4
Upington guesthouse with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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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.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

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

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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A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the outdoors, and a balcony.

Luxury Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Honeymoon Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, a red carpet, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

Honeymoon Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a checkered bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair in a room with green walls and wooden trim.

Room (Spa)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a dark finish, white bedding, and decorative pillows. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a wall clock, and a small refrigerator.

Executive Double Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kalahari Mall - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Orange River Cellars - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Upington Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bi Lo Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cho-o-latta Cafe & restaurant - ‬2 min drive

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: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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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
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only. Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation; restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free secured, covered 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

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • 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

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 5 steps to reach property

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)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 28 August 2026 to 31 December 2027 (dates subject to change).

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Property class

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

Is Moonriver Guesthouse currently open?

This property is closed from 28 August 2026 to 31 December 2027 (dates subject to change).

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: anytime. 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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