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Reviews of The Ocean Dome - Misty Mountain Reserve

Farm 438, Bluelillies Bush Storms River, 6038 Thornham, South Africa

#1 of 1 hotels in Thornham

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 60 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The food from the restaurant was a let down. Otherwise, everything was good.

    Everything about this place was absolutely amazing. The views😍😍😍 the extra things you can do on the property such as hiking and quad biking

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not much space to maneuver inside because of the size of the Dome.

    The Dome itself was what i had envisioned.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really good stay

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful location - Housekeeping/ Maintenance could have done better
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately part of our stay we were looking forward to was the Hot Tub - Upon opening and removing the sail ready to climb in the water was extremely dirty with lots of dead insects including live larva worms inside the water - Unfortunately because of this there were an abundance of flies circulating our outside area on the deck which caused the flies to alao enter the dome itself, at one point we could count about over 20 flies - The insect repellant we had to finish to eventually get all the flies killed and had to keep our door shut. This left quiet a damper on this beautiful spot.

    Beautiful location and experience.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked everything

    The privacy, the service and location was perfect. Staff were supper helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 19, 2024

    10
    Everything about the place and staff is perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only let down was the food, honestly didn’t enjoy any meal. The breakfast was so sour.

    The staff and the scenery amazing 👌

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: July 23, 2024

    10
    My wife and myself had the best vacation in our 7 year marriage everything we wanted and more
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing not to like it’s 10/10

    Tranquility

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    9.0
    Magical experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night

    The dome was great - everything we expected. Such a magical experience.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    10
    We had a fabulous time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were a lot of flies

    We loved the friendly welcome and the food was excellent.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    8.0
    We loved it and it certainly was a once in a lifetime bucket list experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It was raining on arrival so the drive in was slippery, and road was not to pleasant. I also felt for the price we paid all should have been inclusive, any activity like doing a hike was extra.

    Absolute awesome location and setting with privacy and great food. We were blessed to have a full moon during our stay which was supa awesome.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 6, 2024

    10
    Very cosy, convenient and meet all my expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    everything

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 22, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only suggestion would maybe provide a small net to scoop up any creepy crawlies that are in the hot tub before one gets in as I did notice a couple.

    Location. Location. Location. We have never stayed in a more idyllic place. The dome is a fully kitted out ecolodge with some of the most amazing views of the sea during the day, sunset at dusk and then the stars at night. It is so private you cannot hear anything apart from the sound of the sea crashing and the wildlife in the trees. It has an AC unit so despite being a glass dome doesn't get too hot. It has a smart TV that comes out from the end of the bed, so you can snuggle up at night and watch a movie. It has a BBQ and picnic Braai hampers are provided on request so you can BBQ whilst watching the sun go down. We didn't use the hot tub because it was too warm but could imagine this would be lovely in the cooler months.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were so fortunate. We booked one night. We arrived on a sunny day. The views were amazing. I loved driving the golf cart. What fun. The monkeys stole my chips while I was in the toilet, but I got to see them up close. I did feel a bit intimidated. I also enjoyed the heated hot tub on the deck.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 2, 2023

    8.0
    It was overall an amazing experience with amazing staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hottub wasn't cleaned. Was filled with brown water and dead insects. Looks like it hasn't been cleaned out for a while. We ended up not using it. Paying close to 7k per night, I would expect the hottub to be filled with clean water after every stay. We received that service from KolKol at a R2200 per night rate. I didn't make a fuz about it, but some people would be extremely disappointed.

    The view and privacy!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2023

    9.0
    Amazing, bucket list item.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Understand that water is from a borehole, having murky/muddy water in the hot tub was not ideal for us. Hot tub also didn't seem to get to our desired temperature. We received our room service about an hour late.

    Amazing views, we were blown away with everything regarding the booking. It is well deigned, with thought taken into account in every small detail. The service was exceptional by the staff and breakfast was great. Bonus was that we saw two wales playing close to the shore while relaxing on our deck!! Was definitely worth the money, would highly recommend.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2023

    8.0
    Absolutely incredible.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Weather wasn’t the best but no one’s fault

    The Dome was in red and the views even better.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Outside hot tub was not really working, but I am sure if we raised the concern to the team they would have attended to it immediately.

    Amazing concept with the dome, waking up to the morning skies and going to sleep under the stars was incredible. The Misty Mountain team really looked after us, and we felt really really welcomed.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2023

    10
    The best e ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wish the inventor can be at the bottom of the bed so that the noise of when charging it does not get to your head

    Everything

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2023

    10
    Beautiful Gateaway to be!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The best place to be,definately we will be coming back😊

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2023

    10
    Celebrating my birthday here was the best thing ever ❤️❤️
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked everything😁

    Cleanliness and hospitality of staff is exceptional. The dome 1 has the best view of the ocean. We had a relaxed atmosphere and the picnic was awesome.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2023

    8.0
    I enjoyed my stay very much, I just think it was a bit too expensive
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They should get a water filtration system because the water from the taps, shower and toilet was a little brown

    Breakfast was really good

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2023

    10
    The staff went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and happy. They truly were the cherry on top of an already
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing at all!

    The experience was incredible. I’d definitely recommend it.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The monkeys was a real menace. Something needs to be done about this.

    The view from the dome is fantastic

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We thought the dinner basket was a little bit pricey for what we got. I think it would be wise to have a different price list for SA citizens as it is obviously more targeted for international travelers, but overall, we loved our stay.

    Loved the view and the unique experience. It's definitely something ticked off the bucket list.

    Stayed in December 2022

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