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    Port St John's River Lodge

    68 Reviews
    #2 of 8 B&Bs / Inns in Port St Johns
    Mthatha Tar Road, Port St Johns 5120, South Africa
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    4.0
    68 reviews
    • Excellent52%
    • Very good33%
    • Average10%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible4%
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    “river lodge” (7 reviews)
    “port st” (13 reviews)
    “self catering” (6 reviews)
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    3.0 Star Hotel
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    1 - 5 of 64 reviews

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Pleasant stay

    Location, Location, location. The view is breathtaking, sitting by the river and listening to the ocean was just spectacular, it looked, sounded and felt like we were in another country. The log cabins are lovely and cozy, the kitchen has the bare necessities but we...More

    Thank Tshego S
    Reviewed 8 June 2017
    Fantastic situation on the riverside.

    Extremely helpful staff. Great food. Fantastic hot chocolate! Really comfortable beds and adequate kitchen facilities for self-catering. Table space in the cottage a bit limited - I use my laptop a lot. Vodacom and CellC signals strong so you can connect to the internet.More

    Thank dnndoc
    Response from PSJRIVERLODGE R, Owner at Port St John's River LodgeResponded 11 June 2017

    Dear Valued Guest, It is always heart-warming for us as owners of Port St Johns River Lodge, to receive positive feedback. We have taken the time to convey your message to all our staff. Thank you for your support! Best regards, Johann Bester PORT ST...More

    Reviewed 6 June 2017 via mobile
    Beautiful views

    This place has been much upgraded since my last visit here. I always enjoy the beautiful views. Rooms are neat and tidy. We stayed in challet 10 which is a 2 bedroom. Very spacious. Only downside was during the night the fruit from the tree...More

    Thank BILAL K
    Response from PSJRIVERLODGE R, Owner at Port St John's River LodgeResponded 11 June 2017

    Dear Valued Guest, It is always heart-warming for us as owners of Port St Johns River Lodge, to receive positive feedback. We have taken the time to convey your message to all our staff. Thank you for your support! Best regards, Johann Bester PORT ST...More

    Reviewed 8 May 2017
    Stay in port ST. John's

    It is a beautiful place and quiet. The food in the restaurant is great. The rooms are clean and the people friendly. Very nice pool which we needed as it was very hot while i was there, sun beds would be good as i only...More

    Thank Cor V
    Response from PSJRIVERLODGE R, General Manager at Port St John's River LodgeResponded 9 May 2017

    Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your review, it is always nice to get positive feedback from customers. As for the sunbeds, at the pool area, we've ordered and await delivery. Looking forward to welcoming you and your family in the near future!

    Reviewed 20 February 2017
    Quiet & Relaxing

    Recommended to visit St Johns and had expected a quaint fishing village, unfortunately this was not the case as it is an African homeland so not what we were expecting.The staff at the resort were very friendly and helpful, the food was good with a...More

    Thank Linda167_12
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    • US$102 - US$107 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    "Probably the best place to stay in PSJ."
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    "We had a one bedroom chalet which was very spacious for a couple No wifi available during our stay"
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    "Self catering unit near the river"
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    "Ask for the river view chalets. Gives you best of both worlds."
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