Emily Moon River Lodge

Emily Moon River Lodge A exotically African river lodge, restaurant & function venue overlooking the Bitou River in Plettenberg Bay For more info visit: www.emilymoon.co.za
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An exotically African river lodge, restaurant and function venue overlooking the Bitou River in Plettenberg Bay where luxury and peace are found in a sweeping river valley. Where the views encompass a wetland, winding river and distant mountain range and where the call of the Fish Eagle will forever remind you of the vast skies of Africa. Emily Moon River Lodge is owned by Mark and Christine Valen

tine. The hotel is filled with the treasures they have collected from their travels all over Africa, Asia and Polynesia. Most of their rare finds are destined for Amatuli Artefacts, their eclectic trading store in Johannesburg but some find a home at the Emily Moon River Lodge. This luxurious boutique hotel is managed by Alex Olivier, who maintain the impeccable standards and the warm, welcoming ambience that attracts visitors from all over the world. The love between Harry Mallard and Emily Moon touches all who visit Emily Moon River Lodge today. Legend has it that Harry built this magical place for his love and waits for her still.

Emily Moon has a way of making everyone feel part of the experience.From little moments of curiosity to slow meals, open...
22/06/2026

Emily Moon has a way of making everyone feel part of the experience.

From little moments of curiosity to slow meals, open views, and time spent together, it’s a place for more than just a getaway.

Bring the family, settle in, and make the kind of memories that feel easy and unforced.

Date night at Emily’s feels a little different.Candlelit tables, carefully prepared food, and views that shift as the ev...
20/06/2026

Date night at Emily’s feels a little different.

Candlelit tables, carefully prepared food, and views that shift as the evening settles in.

Whether it’s a special occasion or simply a reason to slow down together, Emily’s is made for evenings worth remembering.

19/06/2026

Dreaming of warmer days?

Summer at Emily Moon means cocktails by the pool, long afternoons enjoying the sun, and time spent with your favourite people.

As we settle into winter, now is the perfect time to start planning your summer stay.

Book now and secure your perfect summer holiday.

Emily Moon is built on details.Collected pieces, layered textures, thoughtful corners, and design choices that make ever...
17/06/2026

Emily Moon is built on details.

Collected pieces, layered textures, thoughtful corners, and design choices that make every space feel personal.

It’s part of what gives Emily Moon its character, a place that feels considered, lived-in, and unlike anywhere else.

Some places are made for winter.A warm fire, a comfortable room, and enough time to slow down properly.At Emily Moon, wi...
15/06/2026

Some places are made for winter.

A warm fire, a comfortable room, and enough time to slow down properly.

At Emily Moon, winter invites you to settle in, take your time, and enjoy the quieter side of the season.

Dinner at Simon’s Bar is about more than pizza.It’s the warmth of the room, the people around you, and the feeling of se...
13/06/2026

Dinner at Simon’s Bar is about more than pizza.

It’s the warmth of the room, the people around you, and the feeling of settling into an easy evening together.

Whether you’re dining as a couple, with friends, or with family, Simon’s Bar offers a relaxed space where everyone can feel welcome.

12/06/2026

There’s something special about experiencing a place through little eyes.

Books to page through, spaces to explore, river views to take in, and time together that feels easy and unhurried.

Emily Moon is a space for families to slow down, reconnect, and make memories in their own way.

There is something truly special about a wedding at Emily Moon.The river, the views, the carefully chosen details, and t...
10/06/2026

There is something truly special about a wedding at Emily Moon.

The river, the views, the carefully chosen details, and the feeling of being surrounded by the people who matter most.

It’s not just a setting for the day. It becomes part of the memory.

Date night doesn’t always need to be formal.Sometimes it’s pizza, drinks, river views, and a table that keeps you there ...
08/06/2026

Date night doesn’t always need to be formal.

Sometimes it’s pizza, drinks, river views, and a table that keeps you there longer than planned.

Simon’s Bar is made for those easy evenings where good food and good company do most of the work.

Winter evenings at Emily Moon are something to settle into.The fire is lit, the air cools, and the whole place seems to ...
06/06/2026

Winter evenings at Emily Moon are something to settle into.

The fire is lit, the air cools, and the whole place seems to slow down.

It’s the kind of evening that asks very little from you, except to sit back and enjoy where you are.

Address

1 Rietvlei Road Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay
6600

Telephone

+27445012500

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