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Reviews of The Karoo Moon Motel

2 Tennant Street, 8000 Barrydale, South Africa

#2 of 6 hotels in Barrydale

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 203 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Loved our stay and would recommend the accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely, comfortable, well thought out and furnished accommodation Attention to detail

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Fabulous accommodation!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staying at the motel is an experience that everyone visiting Barrydale should enjoy, at least once - I would suggest more than just once. Every decor item was thoughtfully curated and made the visit even more special. I had a wonderful short stay and hope to be back!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    Awesome, next time will be there for longer!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No big issues. Some guidance on how to properly light the Dover stove would be great..

    Easy access, charming clean and comfortable. The bed was amazing..

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Absolutely fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    Huge suite with bedroom, living area, dining area and kitchen, separate garden seating area. Furnished with all kinds of antiques, absolutly fantastic. Friendly welcome. There is a fine breakfast right next door. A must stay here if travelling on route 62. Will definitely return when in SA.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe not having a extra day 😊

    Everything about it was amazing, my wife and kids loved the experience and the ambience. It is next door to some world class Ice Cream at Diesel & Creme

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Something different, a great overnight stop.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A very quirky hotel. Loved the ambiance and decor. Great for an overnight stop.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Delightfully Steampunk!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pity the restaurant closed so early. Kitchen closed at 4:30pm.

    The place is amazing down to every detail.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    8.0
    An amazing place in an amazing little town. So much going on!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Loved everything

    Thank you Dean! Loved our overnight stay, would love to return to this truly memorable place.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The interior design of the cottage is superb and very tasteful. Beautiful garden and walking distance to nice cafes and restaurants. Definitely need a stopover at Diesel&crème.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    8.0
    Fun, nostalgic and a great option on Route 62!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really fun nostalgic stay along Route 62 with an incredibly comfortable suite right alongside the Diesel&Creme restaurant (which closes at 5pm so is not noisy in the evenings). The second bed in the lounge is great for friends and the aircon was amazing in summer! Coffee and rusks provided <3

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    9.0
    A lovely base to explore an interesting dorp
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The uncomfortable lounge furniture- the antique seating was lumpy and rather uncomfortable.

    Quirky - comfortable beds and bathrooms. Love the eco friendly products

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    10
    Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, pity it was for only one night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Absolute gem of a place. Loved everything about the accommodation. Very neat, clean & tidy. Bed exceptionally comfortable and spacious. Loved the decor inside and outside. We did not need anything. Appreciated the complimentary juices, milk, coffee, ect.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    10
    Completely exceeded my expectations! Definitely will go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely incredible - what a special place!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We love staying here on our travels. It's really a beautiful place and we always leave feeling spoilt.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    10
    Great place & amazing hospitality
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We got a free upgrade to the lodge which was really unexpected. The cottage was really nice, well equipped. Even had milk, juice & cookies! The host also gave us a recommendation for dinner and reserved a table for us.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    9.0
    A truly unique stay along Route 62, and by far our favourite accommodation during our Garden Route travels. The café nex
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Such gorgeous and thoughtful decor! A real unique gem. Easy check-in!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    10
    It was the best value for money stay ive been at. The people from the accomodation were also really helpful when we got
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was really clean and rustic modern which i like.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    10
    Loved our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We loved the decor and attention to detail. We stayed in The Suite. Is was very spacious. Spoils like fresh juice, milk, bottled water, Nespresso pods, grounded coffee beans, etc. Quality bedding and towels, kitchenware. Communication from Dean was excellent.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic vibe, comfy bed & pillows. Dean was incredibly helpful. A definite 10 in my eued

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    10
    Think this is my favourite place ever!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Have stayed all over the world, and all over the UK with work, and I have to say I think this little gem of a spot takes the cake for my favourite. An absolutely delightful little cabin, it was a chilly day so being able to light the fire made it very cosy indeed. The interior was gorgeous, with clearly a lot of thought going into it. HIGHLY recommend staying here to anyone. Beautiful little town, with a lovely hill for trail running and hiking right behind the place as well which was yet another bonus for me. The quality of the bedding was exceptional as well. Cannot fault the place.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    9.0
    Comfortable, fun and Quirky Stay in Barrydale
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The only negative (which the host also mentioned) is the close proximity to the restaurant at the Diesel & Creme next door. The noise levels and lack of privacy are only an issue if you are there during the day time, as Diesel & Creme closes promptly at 17h00. SO the evenings are quiet and peaceful. They also have other rooms in town which are more secluded if that is preferred which we will try next time.

    This is our 4th visit to the Karoo Moon Hotel and we were not disappointed. We love the quirkiness of the rooms, love the bathroom size and layout, the large and comfy bed and comfy lounge and living area. We had more than enough wood to burn a fire for both nights we were there. Coffee pod machine is always appreciated with the strong wifi. Walking distance to all the restaurants and pubs in town makes it a convenient stop over venue. The host (Dean) was on hand to recommend local spots for the rugby and restaurants to consider.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    unforgettable amaaazing palcde to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    could not find anything wrong

    It was an amaazing place to stay, will no doubt stay there again/. Loved the fireplace indoor and the bedroom and bed was fantastic. very close to all the restaurants very clean and stylish We stayed at 5 star places before, but the Karoo Moon Motel beats them all , and we will definately return

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a car park, but no dedicated security.

    Quirky decor, comfortable bed. Cafe right next door with excellent breakfast. We stayed here while on route 62.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful! Rustic Chic at its best!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rustic chic! Decor so beautifully done. Very rustic, but with modern finishes on the important things like bathroom, bedding, towels (all of good quality). Walking distance from all the shops and restaurants in Barrydale

    Stayed in September 2023

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