First Group Port Owen Marina
Location: Port Owen Drive, Velddrif, za
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Apartments
About this Property
Scenic Waterfront Location
Nestled along the banks of the Berg River, Port Owen Marina in Velddrif offers a picturesque setting for a relaxing getaway.
Abundance of Leisure Activities
From watersports and cycling to canoeing and hiking, guests can indulge in a variety of activities both on-site and in the surrounding areas.
Family-Friendly Amenities
With an outdoor pool, spa, children's playground, and mini golf, this resort is perfect for families looking to unwind and have fun together.
Experience the beauty of Velddrif at Port Owen Marina. Book your stay now for a memorable waterfront retreat.
Important Information
Please note that a daily maid service is available, except on weekends and public holidays.
Please note that Port Owen Marina offers free WiFi throughout. The first 100MB is free, thereafter charges apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Clubhouse
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Swimming pool
- Terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Safety deposit box
- Table tennis
- Non-smoking throughout
- Board games/puzzles
- Grocery deliveries
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Key access
- CCTV outside property
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Access to health care professionals
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Face masks for guests available
- 24-hour security
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Television in common areas
- Free wired internet
- Golfing on site
- Playground on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Games
- Clubhouse
- Private picnics
- Exercise/lap pool
- Japanese garden
- Golf cart
- Fishing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Beach club nearby (surcharge)
- Beach toys
- Charcoal grill
- Paddle boating nearby
Rooms Available
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One-Bedroom Apartment
Located on either the top floor or the ground floor, these spacious apartments feature an open-plan living area with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area and lounge. It flows onto a private patio or balcony overlooking the marina and equipped with a BBQ.
The bathroom has a separate bath and shower, and the kitchen includes a washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Kitchen
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Sofa bed
- Pool towels
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Adapter
- Hand sanitiser
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2 Bedroom Chalet
These duplex chalets are located around the marina and each chalet shares a jetty with its neighbor. The main bedroom is upstairs and has a private balcony and an private bathroom with a shower-over-bath. There is an additional half-bedroom with a single bed off the main bedroom, while the second full bedroom is downstairs, as is the second bathroom with a bath.
Each chalet has a private patio and a fully-equipped kitchen including a washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Kitchen
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Sofa bed
- Pool towels
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Adapter
- Hand sanitiser
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2 Bedroom Superior Chalet
This chalet has two patios overlooking the marina, one overlooks the jetty and the second has a barbecue and entertainment area. The kitchen is fully-equipped, including a washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.
The main bedroom is upstairs and has a full private bathroom with a separate shower and spa bath. The main bedroom also has a private balcony. There is also a half-room off the main bedroom with a single bed that is suitable for a child. The second bedroom is downstairs, as is the second bathroom with a shower-over-bath.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Sofa
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Sofa bed
- Pool towels
- Adapter
- Hand sanitiser
Guest Reviews
- Carola (9/5): -
- Grant (10/5): - Peaceful and relaxing
- Laurie (9/5): - We had a wonderful weekend stay.
- Shawn (9/5): We would most definitely return. - We met very Friendly staff, also Walter was exceptional such a friendly young man, very helpful and such a pleasure compared to other places we have travelled to.
The View from the rooms, lounge was exceptional really a fantastic spot. The place was as always with the first group fantastic. We didnt use the main bedroom even-though it looked very nice! just way to HOT no air-con guys come now sort that out it was 39, 37, and 35, on the days we stayed fanes were supplied but not going to make a differnece when its so hot.
Please we will come again but you really need to sort out!
- Dr George Papageorgiou (9/5): -
- Smith (8/5): -
- benno (8/5): -
- Claud (10/5): Very nice - Everything Nothing
- Celeste (10/5): Hidden gem. Will definitely be back again - Cosy, peaceful. Great place for my teen boys Nothing.
- Hendrieka (10/5): -
- Sanet (8/5): -
- Elizabeth (9/5): -
- Nina (8/5): -
- Vicky (9/5): -
- Lailah (10/5): -
- Lailah (10/5): -
- Bruce (9/5): - Great location, comfortable, well equipped.
- McPherson (9/5): -
- Helen (10/5): Peaceful - The space in the house and everything was there that we needed The main bedroom mattress is shot. Needs a new one for sure.
- Michelle (8/5): -
- Estelle (10/5): Relaxant peace - The ri er and birds.The convenience of resturants Na
- Jeromeo (8/5): - Clean No wifi
- Sharmaine (10/5): A very pleasant stay. - Such an exceptional stay.
Ground floor apartment on the marina.
Walter at reception was so pleasant.
Clean & comfortable.
Thank you FG. Nothing
- Sandy (10/5): - Loved every minute of our stay Nothing
- Elrika (10/5): Wish I could have stayed longer. till next time - The reception is a bit hidden, but major friendly staff. The property is beautiful, clean and the location is perfect. Only down side was that the bathroom needs an extractor fan, it was very damp after a shower. Nothing. the weather cant be controlled hahaha. A sign post can be added infront of the reception area
- Juanita (8/5): -
- Willemse (10/5): -
- Johan (8/5): Roadtry - Location
Facilities
Secuy
Friendly staff Noisy TV
Uneven refrigerator
Towels
- Robert (8/5): - Excellent occassion. Friendly people. Unit was clean. New appliances. No faulty equipment Smooth book-in Unit lacks aircon. TV's display was very poor. No DSTV remote for bedroom TV made it incovenient as we had to get up and change channel in another room everytime. Some of the furniture looks dated. Bed coil spring wotn-needs replacing
- Jakkie (10/5): Exceptional -
- Vanessa (10/5): It was the best!! Fantasmagories! 🙂 - The location and all the activities was very nice, good and fun.
- Brendan (10/5): Exceptional -
- Esme (9/5): Superb -
- Wilton (10/5): Great, wonderful and peaceful . - The views was exceptional. The area was quiet and had much to offer.
Close to the shops if you need to grab some groceries .
Restaurants offer good food.
Place is simply amazing
- Share (9/5): Superb -
- P34769 (8/5): Very good - Loved our stay here BUT the places really need Air-con as they get so warm and it made sleeping very difficult.
There was a ceiling fan and a portable fan but all they did really was push hot air around.
Aside from that, we loved it here. We had a 1 bedroom ground floor apartment. 2 sets of sliding doors opened up onto a gorgeous decking area, which overlooked the water. Lots of gorgeous homes around here to admire.
There was a really good restaurant less than a minute's walk away.
We took a pedalo raft out on the canal and played table tennis in the games area.
The staff we interacted with were all very friendly and helpful.
We used the pool a couple of times and that was nice too.
Overall, a lovely stay in a lovely apartment and area but unfortunately would probably not return due to not sleeping well due to lack of air-conditioning Lack of air-conditioning.
- Melaney (8/5): Beautiful views - Beautiful, peaceful and calm. Pitty the slight breeze made that we couldn't make use of water activities they had. Another point is that theirs not much else to do when you can't make use of the water activities especially for the kids . But it was very nice and it's beautiful.
- Lorna (10/5): Exceptional -
- David (10/5): Exceptional -
- Tania (9/5): Superb - I absolutely loved the heated pool. There was nothing to dislike
- Spies (9/5): Superb - Stunning view and location.
- S (10/5): Exceptional - Absolutely breathtaking 😍
- Allie (7/5): Good -
- Abeda (9/5): Superb -
- Bryan (10/5): Exceptional -
- Liliana (10/5): Exceptional -
- Marilyn (10/5): Exceptional -
- Salie (9/5): Superb -
- Migel (10/5): It was just relaxing - Every thing and the view Non
- Bonnie (10/5): Exceptional -
- Sauvik (9/5): A great weekend gateway to spend a good family time- place to rejuvenate - The location and the view from the property were exceptional. Liked the appliances and the facilities. All the modern facilities were available with natural beauty. the second bedroom was very small in size
- Glen (10/5): Exceptional - Everything Nothing
- Kobie (7/5): Good -
- Melana (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nadeem (10/5): Awesome place - The staff were so helpful. I called Taufika to let her know that we will be arriving after 10pm. She spoke to her manager Guanita who accommodated us. we only arrived at midnight, and Guanita came to check us in. You are awesome Guanita!. Thank you again. Leaving the resort.
- Joseph (10/5): Exceptional -
- Moodaley (10/5): Exceptional -
- Booys (10/5): Exceptional - Everything of the place
- Derrick (10/5): We needed a place to overnight after attending a function . We will definitely be back to stay longer. Super clean and c - Beautiful location and views, very clean and comfortable apartment. Close to many restaurants. Nothing to it like
- Diana (10/5): Amazing relaxing experience that keeps me going back - The revamped unit with the amazing view and the excellent service from Kaashiefah at reception and for her going the extra mile as always. Nothing.
- Roodt (10/5): Exceptional - The view was amazing The wifi was buffering the whole time so was difficult to watch a movie .
- Imtiyaazmajiet (8/5): Very good -
- Lailah (8/5): Amazing - Very spacious and cozy. Wish it had heating and a fire place
- 4x4medic (9/5): A walk down memory lane. - The location is excellent with nice restaurants close by. The unit was very clean and comfortable. The staff did their best to make us feel welcome and the assistance was outstanding. We booked an extra night and the booking went seamless. There are not enough wrongs to warrant a note or complaint. There is one thing which would be nice to have. If you make a booking, it would be great if you could see which unit is available as we are familiar with the location and have our favourite spot.
- Petronella (9/5): We have absolutely enjoyed our stay.. super nice!! - Ideally located. Spacious and convenient. Beautifully located.
- Alison (9/5): Fantastic break in a friendly, happy environment! - Even before you arrive at the property, you are made to feel welcome. We received a call to ask if we were celebrating a special occasion or if there was anything we needed. On arrival the reception was so friendly and efficient. The chalet had everything we needed. The bed was really comfortable. Being by the water is always a wonderful experience. There is a lot of bird life on the water. Plenty of activities and nice restaurants in the area. N/A
- Simon (8/5): Enjoyed our stay. Great central location. Close to all amenities. - The mattress needs to be replaced. It is old and tired.
- Simons (9/5): Superb - Views and tranquility
- Taahirah (10/5): Exceptional -
- Mikayla (10/5): Exceptional -
- Maxim (10/5): Exceptional -
- Fadeel (9/5): Superb -
- Catherine (8/5): Very comfortable and relaxing stay would definitely return - Excellent position backing on to the water.
Short walk to the marina all very beautiful. The property is quite dated but didn’t deter from us enjoying the villa
- Anonymous (10/5): Exceptional -
- Basson (10/5): We will be back, we fell in love with Port Owen - Everything, it was absolutely hands down the best accommodation we’ve experienced There is no fault at all
- Jeanine (8/5): Very good -
- Lawrence (10/5): Very pleasant stay in a beautiful setting on the water. - Beautiful Marina setting. Very comfortable King bed, great kitchen, full DSTV. Unit 7A. Recommend. Fabulous beaches at nearby Dwarskersbos. Could do with an upgrade but it’s not a train smash.
- Demus (9/5): The stay was very good, would definitely recommend. - The location was very good with awesome view.
Activities were offered like the boat rides.
Christmas carols were invited to listen too. Air-conditioning facilities to be added maybe in rooms as it was very hot.
- Nericia (10/5): Exceptional - Great view! Check in was a breeze. Amazing chalet! Staff very friendly and management is hands on. Had a brass band on Christmas eve..sooo awesome!
- Shanaaz (8/5): Very good -
- Marina (3/5): Poor - The location and the views Cleaning, Bedding didn't smell nice
The fact that we were booked into a unit and had to move again the next day what an inconvenience. We ended up waiting half a day to move.
The place needs a deep clean.
- Alet (8/5): Very good -
- Clive (10/5): 10 out of 10 it was tranquil, relaxing and just perfect - Location and apartment were perfect an interesting design and concept - very spacious with everything needed for a few days or for a couple of weeks. The apartment was easy to access and very nicely furnished. Kitchen and all appliances were as new condition. We thoroughly enjoyed our days at the apartment. The gardens and pool are well kept and nice to wander about in not applicable - this is a very nice apartment in a fantastic condition and location
- Bronwyn (10/5): I always love coming to Port Owen and the staff make it even better - I love the staff always friendly and welcoming Nothing
- Donovan (9/5): Superb - Everything Nothing
- Pamela (8/5): Pleasant stay at Port Owen - Guanita, Walter and our housekeeper Michelle were all friendly and very helpful. The villa was very clean and had everything we needed. The bed was comfortable and the bedrooom was bright and airy. The walks around the property were lovely.
We went on a river boat cruise with 'Craklin Rosie' based in the next town, it was excellent and Wendy the owner came back to us straight away from a what's app message. The boat cruise advertised from the complex let us down.
Charlie's restaurant was good, and we can recommend the gin from their own distillery which you can purchase from the shop. A pleasant 4 night stay. Nothing major to dislike, but everything in the property needs a good refurbishment. The lounge, kitchen area and bathroom were dark and the cupboards and wardrobes definitely need some attention, and the furniture was very dated These comments are for the property owners and not the staff who were excellent.
The load shedding was something we hadn't known about and it made self catering very difficult as the times you would want to use the electric 6.30pm - 8.30pm you couldn't, although the times were messaged to us daily.
- Wragg (7/5): Was great, will be back again!! - we were not advised that work was being done on the braai outside, so had to wait until after 5pm to be able to open curtians/patio door and sit outside..
- Bronwyn (9/5): It was lovely - It was clean and it was a good layout. All convenient Nothing
- Fenana (10/5): Exceptional -
- Yumnah (8/5): Very good - Quiet, and peaceful. The place is comfortable and clean. Great getaway for the kids. The house was bigger than expected.
- Qingqi (10/5): Exceptional - Very comfortable, very clean, very quiet.
- Erigh (10/5): Stewarts on weekend break - Everything was great
- Christie-smith (10/5): Exceptional -
- Gillian (10/5): Exceptional - Giving out my details at reception.
Receiving a marketing call during our stay.
- Erika (6/5): Pleasant - Cockroaches in unit. Leak in unit
- Cecilia (8/5): Very good -
- Rodney (10/5): Awesome - Location, cleanliness and overall condition of apartment Only the weather that weekend which nobody can do anything about the stay was still very enjoyable
- Leana (10/5): Exceptional -
- Clive (8/5): Very good -
- Karen (10/5): Exceptional -
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