Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve
R72 Main Road Riet River, Port Alfred 6170 South Africa
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Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve is the product of a man who was brave enough to live his dream, and he extends an invitation to those who need a place to dream, be pampered, rejuvenate, relax, discover and be delighted by.After traveling the world, I discovered the place closest to my heart, Oceana. The first time I beheld the collection of natural wonders, something extraordinary happened, as I embraced the expanse of its exotic beauty, it embraced me. Rip Miller - Owner
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Beach
Game room
Kids pool
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Shallow end in pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Billiards
Darts
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Highchairs available
Airport transportation
Conference facilities
Spa
Body wrap
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot bath
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Light therapy
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
24-hour security
Gift shop
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared bathroom
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Umbrella
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Walk-in shower
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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R72 Main Road Riet River, Port Alfred 6170 South Africa
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Had a lovely time at Oceana with my family. The staff is very friendly . The place is absolutely amazing. Everything is of top notch quality. Had a lovely beach lunch that was set up by the team. I would recoomend Oceana Resort to anyone that is looking to have quality time with the family , relax and enjoy their delicious food.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Gorgeous location and sweeping views, but the lodge is getting old and needs more attention to detail: stains in carpets and curtains, woorden decks in need of a coat of paint and overall more attention to cleanliness and care (floors & carpet needed a good vacuuming for instance!). Rooms inside/underneath the lodge are quite noisy as we could hear all the noises from the dining room above us. Lunch and dinner was good with lovely presentation. Breakfast somewhat disappointing with a latte served in a dirty glass and orange juice from a carton when waitress had confirmed it would be “fresh”.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed at the seperate Guesthouse (Villa) with four guys and we all had our seperate room, exept one had to sleep on the couchbed in the living room. The staff did everything to make us feel comfortable, even made a fire when it turned cold. The scenery is outstanding, the reserve is one of a kind! We extended our stay for one more night and they even gave us a discount.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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We went to Oceana on our Honeymoon and stayed in the pool suite. It was absolutely amazing and we would highly recommend. The room itself was incredible, so spacious and the terrace and pool area with a view of the beach was incredible. The staff made our honeymoon special with treats, baths run for us. The turn downs were also great. The food was amazing and the service was stand out. The staff couldn't do enough for us and we loved the option of having food in our room. We did a game drive and a beach picnic, both of which were fantastic. The spa is also really great, we went twice. Do make a stop here - it's well worth it!!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 16 Oct 2023
Hi Jwhitty2, I'm thrilled to hear that you had an amazing honeymoon at Oceana! Thank you for your recommendation. Oceana is an excellent choice for a honeymoon, and I hope your experience leads to many more wonderful adventures together! 🌟✨
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The welcome we received was excellent and just what we needed after a rather traumatic journey there due to the weather. We were shown to a lounge area in the main building and given coffees whilst we completed the formalities. We were shown to our suite which was one of the two new additions which is a Pool Suite. Even though I knew what to expect after having viewed it on their website, actually being there takes your breath away. One whole wall is just glass, giving you fantastic views of the beach and crashing waves below, from the lounge area and the bathroom. There is a complementary minibar in the room which in our case had at least six bottles of wine available, and if you wanted to request a different bottle you could have that brought to your room. The veranda had sun beds, umbrella, a small heated pool and a gas fired ……which would have been perfect had the weather been kind. Unfortunately we had gale force winds and driving rain! The weather caused a few problems with the suite, in that the long boardwark to the suite was unlit, the Wi-Fi went down more than once and the TV didn’t work, and the pool was not heated. However, I don’t think the property can be blamed for the weather, and they worked very hard to get things up and running as soon as they could. All the staff were extremely helpful, the food was delicious and you looked down onto grazing wildebeest whilst having breakfast. On our second night there we had ‘in room dining’ which worked beautifully. All the food that was brought was hot and beautifully presented, and the table was set beforehand for us. They allowed us to use their computer/printer to check into our flight home, gave us a ‘carry out’ breakfast to take with us on our early start, and they even washed our car for us! I would have loved to have stayed longer and even more would have loved to see it in sunshine! Thank you to all the staff, you were brilliant . …
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 16 Oct 2023
It's heartwarming to hear about the excellent welcome you received at Oceana, especially after a challenging journey due to the weather. Your description of the Pool Suite and the breathtaking view from the glass wall is truly captivating. The 'in-room dining' experience and the assistance with flight check-in, the thoughtful 'carry out' breakfast, and even washing your car exemplifies our dedication to guest comfort. It's regrettable that the weather didn't cooperate fully, but your positive feedback and appreciation for our staff's efforts shine through. Thank you for sharing your heartfelt thoughts and experiences. we are happy that you indeed had a memorable stay at Oceana, despite the weather.
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Our travel agent recommended staying here at the end of our two week trip and we were not disappointed. It was the perfect way to relax for a few days after driving around the garden route for two weeks. Food was tasty, well stocked bar and good service. Game drives were interesting and the beach lunch was great.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Thandeka Magida, Marketing at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve
Responded 18 Oct 2023
We really appreciate your feedback, and we're thrilled to hear that you had such a great time with us as we loved having you. It's fantastic to know that your travel agent's recommendation led to a relaxing and enjoyable stay after your two-week adventure along the Garden Route. Our team takes pride in providing delicious cuisine, a well-stocked bar, and attentive service to ensure our guests have a great experience. Your positive comments about the game drives and beach lunch mean a lot to us. Your feedback is incredibly important, and we'll keep working to make sure every guest's stay is as enjoyable and authentic as possible. Thank you for choosing Oceana, and we look forward to the possibility of hosting you again in the future. Safe travels!
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Oceana was quite beautiful. We headed to this resort after our experience at Kichaka and it was an entirely different vibe. The views were incredible. We stayed in the ocean view suites and the view was perfect. Our suites were huge with double bathrooms, vanity’s, and closets. The beds and the bathroom floors were also heated. The food portions were very good and tasted amazing. Also offers safaris with giraffe, buffalo, and zebra, etc. Great stay! Can’t imagine what it is like in the summer
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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A lovely stay - peaceful, private & very good service. The view is beautiful & the food is excellent. We had a most enjoyable stay - Oceana is really worth a visit. We look forward to returning sometime.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Responded 16 Oct 2023
Hello John and Marion, Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts with us! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a great time during your stay at Oceana. Your kind words mean the world to us. It's awesome that you found the place peaceful, private, and enjoyed our service. The beautiful view and excellent food are things we love to hear about too! We can't wait to have you back with us. Just give us a shout whenever you're ready for another visit. We'll be here to make it just as awesome as the last one. Take care and see you again soon!
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We had a fantastic four night stay at Oceana. Incredible accommodation in the private house - a huge three bedroom property, each bedroom had a stand-alone bath, double shower, king size bed and beach view from the huge windows. Full housekeeping service every day, and a well stocked bar that was replenished every day. Beautiful restaurant - varied menu with a meat, fish and veggie option for every meal. The food was 5* standard. The staff were fantastic - special thanks to Leroy who was a fantastic waiter, polite and professional. The game drives were great - Herman was knowledgable and interesting. The private beach was huge, deserted and beautiful. We did need to be taken to the beach by one of the staff, which felt awkward at first, but we quickly realised it was no trouble and the staff were more than happy to take us and pick us up again. On the final day, we said we'd like a picnic at the beach. When we arrived, Herman had already set up a table with ice buckets, plates and cutlery and dropped off plates of warm food and fruit salad. A perfect end to a great trip. The staff couldn't have been friendlier - everyone from the management, to the spa staff, to the housekeeping team, to the waiters and the maintenance guys - all incredibly friendly and helpful.…
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Date of stay: July 2023
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What an incredible experience! The amazing staff go out of their way to give you the 5-star experience. There are magnificent views, luxurious suites and not to mention the delicious food! 10/10 would recommend. My family and I look forward to making this our constant holiday destination because it is simply the best!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 16 Oct 2023
Hi Cruiser, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're overjoyed to hear that your experience at Oceana was nothing short of incredible. It's our pleasure to go the extra mile to provide you with a 5-star experience, and we're thrilled that you appreciated our efforts. The magnificent views, luxurious suites, and delicious food are all part of our commitment to delivering exceptional stays. We're honored that you would recommend us with a perfect 10/10, and we can't wait to welcome you and your family back as regular guests. We're excited to be your go-to holiday destination because we believe you deserve nothing but the best
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US$474 - US$572 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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South AfricaEastern CapePort Alfred
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve
Which popular attractions are close to Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Nearby attractions include Kleinemonde Beach Front (6.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Conveniently located restaurants include Route 72 Saloon, Pickwick Pizzeria, and Die Boschoek Padstal.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Does Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve have airport transportation?
Yes, Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Afrikaans, and Xhosa.
Are there any historical sites close to Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Toposcope (14.2 km).
Does Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.