Moon Mountain Lodge

The food and view are amazing, those are the only good things about this place. It's described as "ultra luxury", however there was nothing luxurious about this place. We booked this lodge for 2 nights at the end of June. We were meant to hike the dunes, canyon, and Dead Vlei the day after our first night. We got no sleep at all due to the flapping tent windows of our tent. The velcro at the top of the windows is so worn that it doesn't hold the windows closed and when the wind blows through, it sounds like someone is banging on the sides of the tent. We missed the departure for our activities that morning because we were so tired. When we asked the manager if there was anything they could do about the windows, he was extremely condescending and tried to explain the changing of the seasons and the wind that comes with it. We told him the wind was not the problem, but the tent sides/windows that don't function properly. He continued to rudely explain the wind (and even said "well there was going to be wind on the dunes")...he even raised his voice at me at one point. We were so disappointed that we left and booked another lodge for that night (without receiving a discount or refund, it was that bad, we had to leave). I would avoid this place at all costs.

This lodge is so so beautiful 😍 when I read something about an unfriendly manager or a ''youth hostel'' I am getting so said, because it's one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to. The staff is so friendly and the view is just amazing. I will come back.

The view from the rooms is simply breathtaking, and it’s a cute idea with the open tents. Food was amazing and they were so kind to us ! However, I’d suggest to add some more comfortable chairs in the common area (outside), where you can relax while enjoying the view. Showers might require some remodeling.

One of the hidden gems. I found them through the Walk-In Tours last minute booking options and what a find it was. Located just 50km’s from Soussusvlei park, the remote stay offers all of the best perks you’d want - quietness, great views, spacious and great rooms, hot showers, small pool etc. I really loved every minute. The walls are tent like with air blowing through them but even now, when its going towards the winter season, it was 20 degrees or a bit lower at night and totally fine to sleep there. The views for the sunset were amazing. It has breakfast and dinner included, has okay wifi and great people working there - Hannes is managing the place well enough. Apparently took 2 years to build the complex as all of the structures needed to be hand made and fixed as its high on the mountain. If you’re planning to visit the park, the first gates open at sunrise at 7.15am so to drive there it takes approx 45min so could leave at 6.30am or later and still have time to go and climb 2 dunes before the midday heat get to you

Got engaged here so what else can I add. Rooms are good, food is delicious, price is good during the off season. The stargazing is unreal. Best part was that I booked through their website, ended up having some issues paying upfront, then had to rebook, selected the wrong dates and they were perfectly willing to move the date by one night with no fuss. Thank you!

Absolutely breathtaking taking location! Service and food is outstanding. The organised tours to Deadvlei are highly recommended. Unforgettable 3 nights spent here.

Every room at the lodge offers the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The rooms are very comfortable, the food was fantastic and the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Can't wait to come back.

Every room has an amazing view. The staff is really friendly and helpful. If you are in the area I will 100% recommend you to stay here.