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Coorong Wilderness Lodge

3.0 of 5
PO Box 294,Princess Hwy | PO Box 294, Meningie, South Australia 5264, Australia
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Hetauda, Nepal
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

The location is ideal for people who like activities at the wilderness. While so many reviewers commented about poor management, we found it was good enough. The manager was quite helpful and since she lived on the same lodge, she was available any time. But as some traveller mentioned the place is a hit and miss, that could have been... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

The management could not have been more helpful & friendly. We love the cabin, views, food, people & experience. The bush tucker walk & Camp Coorong museum was a real treat. I feel like I made a friend with management & I hope they feel the same. We went for our 25th wedding anniversary & "Donna" you made it more... More

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singapore
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2013

We spent two nights here in October. As you will gather from previous reviews this place is hit and miss. We got a miss. Booking was difficult - it took a couple of weeks of emails and phone calls via the agent (you cannot book direct) before we could even confirm that our booking had been taken. Given that it... More

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Southampton, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2012

I booked an overnight stop with my wife in March 2012 en route between Melbourne and Adelaide. Unfortunately I had to cancel when I realised that the lodge was 4 km off the sealed highway and that my car hire insurance was therefore invalid. I couldn't take this risk so gave them over a week's notice of my cancellation. I... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 July 2012

We have just spent 2 wonderful days staying in one of the Coorong Wilderness Lodges, and are already planning to come back for a week when we can. This place is really special, with amazing birdlife and flora and scenery (especially the sunsets, sunrises and starry skies). The lodges themselves are spacious, clean and comfortable, with exceptional views. They have... More

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1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 via mobile

The cwl is a remarkable place to stay. i have read all previous comments and reviews and i feel that i have to say that you all need to go back!! The new managers are great, they live onsite, were very accommodating and extremely helpful. The cabin we stayed in was spotless and we could not pick a fault. The... More

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Gouda, Netherlands
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

This place blew my mind. It is located on the most beautiful spot of the entire Coorong. I stayed a few days, moved on south to see other parts of the Coorong and... returned as quickly as possible to stay another week. The view is unbeatable. Just nature as far as the eye can see. Sunsets are stunning. No human... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

We stayed for the overnight package including 3 meals, half day kayak hire and bush tucker walk. Friendly new manager and family (just took over) are now full time living on site. Fantastic location. Room was very good, modern and clean. Tim who took the bush tucker walk was fantastic 10/10. Very knowledgeable and experienced member of Ngarrindjeri nation. Food... More

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Ghent, Belgium
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82 reviews 82 reviews
45 hotel reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

Do not go! - no staff during evening/at night/when leaving; - not cleaned properly inside, at the entrance, the windows; - breakfast was very basic; - no service when attempting to do a kayak; - when doing the kayak - the water level was too low (see Carlinar's comments: that's us ;)) - when leaving during the morning, there was... More

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Switzerland
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95 reviews 95 reviews
55 hotel reviews
Reviews in 60 cities Reviews in 60 cities
96 helpful votes 96 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

It is such a beautiful, wild location – it could be stunning, but it falls short. The main building is well designed with huge windows looking onto the water, but it is run down and lacks any character (and with a TV screen in front of the view!). The windows are not even cleaned so the magnificent view is through... More

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Additional Information about Coorong Wilderness Lodge

Address: PO Box 294,Princess Hwy | PO Box 294, Meningie, South Australia 5264, Australia
Region: Australia > South Australia > Meningie
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 2 Speciality lodging in Meningie
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)

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