The Wilderness Hotel

3 stars
6 George Road, 6560 George, Western Cape, South Africa
George, South Africa
8.1
Very good
based on 1385 reviews
1,385 reviews
Mon 17/11
-
Tue 18/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
£45
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£45
Double room
£48
King room
£50
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Overview

Ideal for guests travelling the Garden Route, this hotel is situated in the town of Wilderness and impresses with its quiet location and friendly service. Set halfway between George and Knysna, Wilderness Resort Hotel offers countless facilities. Start the day with a swim in the outdoor pool. After a day of relaxing on the beach you can play a game of outdoor chess or miniature golf. The wellness centre offers various spa treatments. Have a sundowner on the balcony overlooking the lagoon. The restaurant serves a delicious buffet breakfast as well as dinners, ensuring you a hassle-free stay at the Wilderness Resort Hotel.
8.1
Very good rating
Based on 1,385 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Wilderness Hotel

Mon 17/11
Tue 18/11
Classic room
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£60
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£68
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bed type unknown
£68
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
£48
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£76
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£113
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King room
1 king bed
£50
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£107
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Standard Room
bed type unknown
£45
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£50
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£51
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
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£68
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£101
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£149
nightly with fees
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Amenities at The Wilderness Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules
  • Access to health care professionals
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • First-aid kit

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Foot massage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Spa bath
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room

Things to do

  • Game room
  • Darts
  • Mini-golf
  • Bowling
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table
  • Hiking

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Outdoor

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Grill

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Playground

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Lift
  • Accessible parking

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Airport shuttle

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis
  • Squash

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Reviews of The Wilderness Hotel

8.1
Very good
1385 verified ratings
Wonderful
449
Very good
276
Good
282
Okay
136
Fair
108
Mediocre
61
Poor
73

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great breakfast and friendly staff, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness and service quality of the hotel. Several reviews highlighted issues such as dirty rooms, poor maintenance, and chaotic service, leading to a negative overall impression. Some guests mentioned the beautiful location but felt it did not compensate for the hotel's shortcomings.
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Breakfast9 out of 10
Service1.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
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Location

6 George Road, 6560 George, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Outeniqua Transport Museum6.3 mi
  • Garden Route Botanical Garden7.2 mi
  • George Museum7.2 mi
  • Railway Museum7.4 mi
  • George Golf Club8 mi
  • Fancourt Links Golf Course10.1 mi
  • Redberry Farm11.4 mi
  • Outeniqua Pass12.6 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Essential information about The Wilderness Hotel

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March
February
£68
£57
Cheapest month to stay with an average 6% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 13% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Wilderness Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Wilderness Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and February.
  • How long should you stay at The Wilderness Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Wilderness Hotel

  • Where is The Wilderness Hotel located?

    The Wilderness Hotel is located at 6 George Road, 6.9 miles from the centre of George. Outeniqua Transport Museum is the closest landmark to The Wilderness Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Wilderness Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Wilderness Hotel.

  • Does The Wilderness Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Wilderness Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Wilderness Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, The Wilderness Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is The Wilderness Hotel from the airport?

    The Wilderness Hotel is 11.4 miles from George. The Wilderness Hotel is 43.4 miles from Plettenberg Bay.

  • Does The Wilderness Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, The Wilderness Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Wilderness Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Wilderness Hotel in George and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Wilderness Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Wilderness Hotel.

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Distance to airport

7.9
6.9 mi
George
11.4 mi

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