Elephants Footprint Lodge

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.4

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About this property

Featuring outdoor, rock waterfall showers, all Elephants Footprint Lodge rooms overlook the pool and garden. Customised safaris can be arranged to Addo Elephant Park, 3 km away and home to rhino, buffalo, lions and leopards. The spacious, African-style rooms include a partly-enclosed bathroom with large bath and environmentally-friendly toiletries. Cotton linen, a seating area and tea/coffee facilities are also provided. The Elephants Footprint restaurant serves a continental or full English breakfast. The á la carte lunch menu offers fish and game specialities and is occasionally buffet-style. Dinner is available on request with prior arrangement. Private dining is possible in the wine cellar. The lodge can organise river, sea and dune trips. Darts is available in the bar and badminton is available on request. Set 1.5 km from Colchester and the N2 road, Elephants Footprint is a 10-minute drive from the beach by the Sundays River mouth. Port Elizabeth Airport is 45 km away and there is free parking on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Noqobo
South Africa South Africa
“The people were super friendly and the food was amaaaaazing oh my gosh their dinner is devilishly delicious!”
Du
South Africa South Africa
“We loved everything, from the arrival up to the departure, it was so nice and beautiful. Friendly staff. The beds for the kids, the flowers in our room, everything”
Malinda
South Africa South Africa
“Very friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. Close to Addo Elephant Park entrance”
Lotte
Netherlands Netherlands
“It was very clean and the people who work there are all very nice!”
Ayanda
South Africa South Africa
“The property is in a very convenient location, closer to road. Maximum security. The rooms are super clean, everything inside is working perfectly”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The high ceilings and thatched roof. Hot water, clean linen and towels. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Especially the homemade blueberry muffins. Next to Addo elephant park. 😊”
Monique
South Africa South Africa
“The cozy room, comfortable bed, the helpful and professional staff. And not forgetting the delicious daily breakfast 10/10.”
Rene
South Africa South Africa
“Close to entrance to Addo National Park. Staff are super friendly and accommodating. Food was good.”
Anna
Australia Australia
“The breakfast was delicious and the room very spacious and comfortable.”
Lars
Sweden Sweden
“Really cool place, nice staff. Close to the south gate of Addo Elephant park.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • British • French • Italian
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Elephants Footprint Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Elephants Footprint Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 515 per child, per night
Cot always available
Free
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 515 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 625 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Elephants Footprint Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.