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The Fernery Lodge and Spa

4.0 star property
Travelers find natural beauty, rejuvenating spa treatments and peaceful surroundings at this rural retreat, with cycling adventures just steps away

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The Fernery Lodge & Chalets offers a perfect countryside retreat with a hearty breakfast buffet and a sunny terrace. Explore the Storms River Suspension Bridge and Dolphin Trail, or rejuvenate with treatments at the highly-regarded Fern Spa.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ฿12,889
฿14,823 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar

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Family Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Family Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premium Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Lodge Garden Room No View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Luxury Lodge Garden Room No View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • River view
  • 200 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premium Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premium Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Mountain view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the area

Located in Storms River, The Fernery Lodge and Spa is in a rural area. Dolphin Trail and Storms River Suspension Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Tree and Tsitsikamma National Park. Natures Valley Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ziplining and horse riding nearby. Visit our Storms River travel guide
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Forest Ferns Estate, Bluelilliesbush, Tsitsikamma, Storms River, Eastern Cape, 6308

What's nearby

  • Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
    Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
    19 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Tsitsikamma National Park featuring waves and rugged coastline
    Tsitsikamma National Park
    44 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Big Tree
    23 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Blackwater Tubing
    26 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Dolphin Trail
    40 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    135 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mugg & Bean
    19 min drive
  • Steers
    19 min drive
  • Cattle Baron
    34 min drive
  • Fynboshoek Cheese
    19 min drive
  • Tsitsikamma Gardens
    19 min drive

About this property

The Fernery Lodge and Spa

Upscale lodge in a rural location
Located close to Storms River Suspension Bridge and Dolphin Trail, The Fernery Lodge and Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this lodge. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a manicure/pedicure and a body treatment at Fern Spa, the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 270.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 270.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Fernery Lodge Chalets Storms River
Fernery Chalets Storms River
Fernery Lodge Chalets
Fernery Chalets
The Fernery Lodge Chalets
The Fernery Lodge Chalets
The Fernery Spa Storms River
The Fernery Lodge and Spa Lodge
The Fernery Lodge and Spa Storms River
The Fernery Lodge and Spa Lodge Storms River

Frequently asked questions

Does The Fernery Lodge and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at The Fernery Lodge and Spa ?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fernery Lodge and Spa on 26 Mar 2026 start from ฿12,889, 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 The Fernery Lodge and Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Fernery Lodge and Spa ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fernery Lodge and Spa ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Fernery Lodge and Spa ?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does The Fernery Lodge and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Fernery Lodge and Spa located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa lodge is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Big Tree, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Dolphin Trail and Storms River Suspension Bridge. Tsitsikamma National Park is 19 mi (30.6 km) away.

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Reviews

The Fernery Lodge and Spa Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Unique with spectacular views, rooms and food. Staff efficient and extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing stay at The Fernery. What makes this place amazing is the surroundings - overlooking the gorge and forest is nothing short of spectacular. The hot tubs and jacuzzis were incredible and we also made use of the spa which was wonderful too. The ladies there are fantastic. We thought the restaurant food was excellent and the staff serving there are great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful, the seafood platter could be 1/2 - a lot of food for price and alot to eat
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful spot where we were pampered with incredible food,massages,super friendly staff and amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful views

Great place to discover the Tsitsikamma National Park. Quite a long drive to reach the hotel. Food was great and staff was very friendly. Overall, the hotel is a bit dated and mainly benefits from its great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An oasis of relaxation.

A dusty drive brings you to an oasis at oceans edge. A lovely property with incredible views. Great food and views from dining room Nice trails and numerous other activities make this a destination resort We planned to stay one night and decided to stay another night just enjoy the property. An unexpected bonus was the star gazing. Absolutely dark sky lit up with stars!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

eleni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a special property ! We were so pleasantly surprised with this wonderful hotel situated on the edge of a gorge with waterfalls, trees, streams and monkeys. We stayed in a log cabin which was so romantic and absolutely gorgeous. A monkey greeted us at the door! The cabin had a fireplace, and a patio area and a huge bathroom with showers and bathtub. The food for dinner and breakfast was phenomenal again with a breathtaking view. Unfortunately we only stayed one night on our way to a game park but we will certainly be back. I highly recommend this wonderful place !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel/resort. You can hire bikes. A bit of info about the trails would be helpful but we had great fun anyway. I read it’s adults only but there were children staying. This didn’t spoil our experience but just wanted to manage expectations. Would def recommend. The rooms are beautiful with forest views. Spacious and comfortable and the bathroom in our log cabin was spectacular. We also loved taking a dip in the hot tub situated by the waterfall. We had one night as we were passing through but a second would have been perfect just to enjoy all they have to offer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BLISS

We fell in love with the place, magical.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique lodge

This lodge provides unique experiences. For example, we are able to use a wood fired hot tub, late at night, within the valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Truly unique

Amazing people and a truly unique and fabulous hotel. Is going through an regeneration process but a brilliant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not wish for more while exploring this accommodation. Beautiful is not enough, it was mindblowing. Room, vieuw,location, it is all TOP Go and enjoy the beauty of the fernery lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

vr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Fernery is rated as a 4* and should be a 5*! it was exceptional !!!!! Wonderful service!

4/10 Poor

Nikolaus

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Never again

No help with luggage at all, not even asked. Food questionable. Lodge 6km away from next street. Gravel road.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Natural retreat !

Have faith! We go to the end of the surfaced road, only to find there was another 6 Km to go on forest tracks....it IS worth it ! We really enjoyed our time at The Fernery, and the staff were so attentive and helpful and the breakfasts were amazing! Just watch out for the monkeys and the sugar sachets, if you choose to dine on the terrace! As it was nearing the end of the season, the on-site pool was a little cool for use, but if the weather had been warmer, it could have been refreshing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Endroit magnifique

Endroit magnifique. Personnel adorable Merci aux 2 Nadia qui ont été très serviable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bernd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tolle Lage, direkt an einer Schlucht.

Lange Anfahrt über Schotterstrasse. Netter Empfang. Sehr gutes Essen. Frühstück war gut, mit einer Auswahl an Eierspeisen. Am Pool gab es leider nicht ausreichend Sonnenschirme.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Für einen romantischen Aufenthalt

Die Privatsphäre ist durch den Abstand der grosszügigen Holzhäuser gewährt. Sicht auf die einmalig schöne Natur
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Anlage, freundlichem Personal. Liegt sehr schön an einem Wasserfall. Ausserhalb der Anlage ist allerdings nichts in der Nähe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juergen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr empfehlenswert
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Frank-Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Der Eigentümer hat viel Geld in die Hand genommen, um von der Landstraße N2 eine Schneise in die Walachei zu schlagen und dieses Objekt da hin zu stellen. Leider hat er versäumt auf sein Personal zu achten. Die beste Mitarbeiterin war die Masseurin und der Rest unterirdisch. Das Essen war nicht gut und zudem durften wir auch noch 2 Stunden auf das Abendessen warten.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing scenery!

It was so amazing! So private and in nature it was unbelievable! With amazing friendly service with great food and scenery I wouldn’t choose a other destination. I would highly recommend the cabins if you want a private adventure in the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Inge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Stunning location in the middle of nowhere. Checkin area didn’t feel very welcoming. Would have been nice to have a little waiting area and a welcome drink. Staff are all very friendly and helpful. Breakfast/dining area is a bit outdated but the view from the restaurant deck is stunning. The food (dinner) in the restaurant was outstanding. We did not try the braai menu in the cottage. Breakfast was nice, not overdone. The room (Fern Cottage) was amazing! Comfort, cleanliness, privacy. Everything you need for a relaxed or romantic breakaway. Very nice pool, but strangely located next to reception so you can hear phonecalls and checkins. The garden is beautiful and there are some nice viewing decks and trails on the property. We definitely loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is our second time staying at the Fernery and once-again were blown away by the beauty, friendly service and helpful staff. Upgraded to a room with a view which was spectacular and the food was delicious. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021