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Reviews of Wild Bay - Hole in the Wall Resort

Hole in the Wall Umthombe District, Mquanduli, 5082 Coffee Bay, South Africa

#4 of 8 Holiday rentals in Coffee Bay

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 49 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    7.9

  • Value for money

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    8.0
    Short beautiful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom door downstairs as well as cupboard in the kitchen needed some attention.

    We loved the spacious unit, and the multiple bathrooms as well. The view was spectacular.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful view
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were no towels and soap

    The place was comfortable and clean, beautiful view

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic, best views, nice and spacious place with lot of room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    directions need to be updated, gps coordinates does not work, this is located in Hole in the wall RESORT and not a place on its own.

    Excellent location, nice and safe, house have everything that you need, did not even had load shedding due to generator.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2022

    7.0
    Great views, challenge to get to.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No toilet paper in our rooms on arrival. Broken outside bench. TV not working. No road signs to the place. No directions guide given.

    Hot water, clean rooms & superb views.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2022

    8.0
    Memorable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Stove wasn't working so we couldn't prepare the meals we wanted. No double bed - all double-single beds - was uncomfortable for me and my wife.

    View is exceptional as compared to anywhere else. Very spacious as many as we were. Friendliness of staff amazing. Will definitely travel there again with another group of friends.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2022

    9.0
    We really enjoyed our time there .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dstv part that was not sorted

    We brought our own food ,which was good for us

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had a storm so lights and wifi were out, for the whole complex and surrounding areas for the entire night, but can imagine on a normal day this would be an otherwise perfect accommodation. Cleanliness needs a more closer eye touch, but all in all well kept and managed. The gravel road is lengthy with no signage(0) to guide you.

    Beautiful location that's a true hidden gem. Basic essentials for a rustic location.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2021

    7.0
    Convenient location!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers could use a good scrubbing. And we were given the keys to the unit next to what I actually booked, I really wasn’t happy about that!

    Located conveniently close to the beach. Loved that it was private and spacious.

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2021

    8.0
    Wild bay cottage snags
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs a bit of TLC TV not working Kettle trips mains power Braai has no grid unable to use this Dirty bucket left in outside sink stank. Back door does not lock and latch easily needs you to fiddle with it to lock.

    Great view nice layout

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was lovely no complaints

    The location is amazing the views are stunning the kids had a wonderful time, the braai facilities are excellent, the kitchen needs wine glasses but otherwise had everything else we needed.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    When we arrive at 20h00 to check in we waited for an hour for us to get in. There was no key for us to get in

    Everything like from cleanliness, furniture , the sea view

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2021

    7.0
    Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was not ready on arrival

    Good space. Good location

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2021

    8.0
    Wild Bay Cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fact that the linen in our beds was not ironed

    The view was great , and house very accommodative

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    3.0
    Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The building, surroundings, furniture, linen and curtains are unkept and delapidated.

    The view was beutifull

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    5.0
    The location is absolutely superb! We had a lovely time at Hole In The Wall
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unfortunately there were a few important items that were missing. There was no toilet paper when we arrived, however, it was brought to us very quickly once we had mentioned it to the host. There were no bin bags in the kitchen bin - not a problem for us, but it might be helpful to the cleaning staff that we don't throw our rubbish directly in the bin. The cupboards had everything we needed, but could do with a bit of a wipe down and tidy up - for instance, under the sink there is an old mug of sugar and some open coffee. I'm not sure if the host is aware of all these things, as I assume the cottage is run remotely but I thought I should let you know so that you can inform the cleaning staff. The WiFi was not working either. The light in my room was not working, so I was in the dark during the evening. Perhaps the cleaning staff should just do some brief checks beforehand to make sure that everything is stocked. It would be great if there were some small touches like side lamps next to the beds. Regardless, we had a lovely stay and would definitely come back - it is a gem of the property and we will definitely come again for upcoming work trips.

    Location is absolutely perfect! The views are impeccable. The rooms were very clean and tidy with nicely made beds and clean sheets. I liked that there were outside seating areas. Perfect for morning coffee!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The water issue from the taps, yes there is clean tank water to drink but dark brown water. Also we cleaned for ourselves nobody came to clean for us. Plus the list you can do is have an Iron please for next time because we definitely coming back.

    The place is great and it's worth the money paid. The views are the best. Plus the wifi connection is just great

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    10
    Wild Bay will see us again for sure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much to not like to be honest. The water colour takes getting use but that is out of the owners control.

    The view is incredible. The unit is clean and spacious and has everything we need.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious and clean. Lovely view over the bay

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    1.0
    Quite uncomfortable, electrical shock from taps, nothing felt clean, house felt unkempt and unloved
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Taps shocked upon touching No hot water in showers Multiple broken furniture Very poor state of cleanliness Utensils were quite filthy

    Ocean views Proximity to Hole in the Wall site

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rundown place, lacks maintenance and simple cleaning. Poorly managed.

    Stunning view.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2022

    5.0
    Very nice summer cottage by the sea. However cleanliness and maintenace is a problem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    Cleanliness is a serious problem! The place was not ready when we arrived, all dusty with empty plastic bottles of previous guests. Kitchen floor is all greasy. Linnen had been used before us, The few cooking pots are old and used. Cockroaches in the pots. Wardrobes are filled with old used items. We regret because, many guests commented on the urgent need for TLC, maintenance and repairs and it appears that since 2020 little was done. Very good internet connection, compensates for the DSTV not working since early 2021. Water is a serious problem, we were one day without tapwater, rainwater is full of larvae. Electricity is erratic, luckily we brought our camping gear. Toilet paper could be a minimum. The place has a washing machine, but the cleaner was washing her own clothes. Cockroaches, flies and straydogs, Dirty.

    We agree with the comments from all the guests on this site. A stunning view from a spacious place. Very nice summer cottage by the sea. The excellent internet connection allows streaming and compensates for the disconnected DSTV.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couches they need to be changed

    Beautiful environment exceptional Seaview

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    On booking you are not told to bring your own toilet paper, bath towels and your own dstv decoder you. Email was only sent after I paid. Now you have to go and ask at reception for toilet paper which you get told that host is suppose to assist whole host s not there. Pots are really old therefore when you self cater they burn your food. Cleaning can improve also as in wordrope you find old dity bending which is not suppose to be there when the are guests.

    The place is big and it's nice that you have access to restaurant and the pool. View is very nice up there water is warm even though it's not clean coming out of the tap guess it's the area though.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was like it stated in the post, staff members were great excellent service and very friendly

    Stayed in November 2021

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