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Elephant House

–Excellent location - show map
+38 photos
Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

About this property

Offering daily game drives into Addo Elephant National Park, 8 km away, this Colonial-style house has 2 outdoor pools. With free Wi-Fi, its stylish rooms are in thatched cottages in the garden. Opening onto a private veranda or courtyard, each individually decorated room at Elephant House features a wooden ceiling. All are air conditioned and include a seating area with Persian rug. Breakfast is served daily and light lunches can be taken on the terraces or by a pool. In the evening, 3-course candlelit dinners are accompanied by Cape wines. 24-hour room service is available. Several covered terraces overlook the garden, each with sofas and antiques. There is a children’s play area and Club Room with a DVD player and games. Elephant-back safaris can be arranged. In the Sundays River Valley, Elephant House is 34 km from Kirkwood Golf Club. Transfers are available from Port Elizabeth Airport, 58 km away. On-site parking is free.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Claudia
Germany Germany
“The main house is beautiful with many lovely sitting areas and pools. Our little cottage on the other side of the property was situated in a big garden with another pool. It was very specious and comfortable - just the safe didn’t work and the...”
Matthew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful old-style colonial house now a hotel, with three pools. The staff were wonderful. They even washed my car for me - no charge! The breakfasts were delicious by the pool and it’s super-close to Addo elephant park.”
Silvia
Germany Germany
“Great location to visit Addo Elephant Park..The lodge has lovely rooms with lots of details. Delicious breakfast with a nice view. Everyone really friendly and supportive.”
Salome
South Africa South Africa
“Location and comfort, attention to detail. Staff very friendly, made us feel very welcome.”
Hanka
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Welcomed warmly by the staff and owner and his following of loyal friendly dogs. Adored the colourful vases of fresh flowers which were placed in our cottage on our arrival. Such a lovely touch! Beautiful relaxing courtyards, fascinating...”
Gaynor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfortable, old colonial style house with delightful deep verandas beautifully furnished. Lovely decor and very interesting photos adorn the walls. Staff very friendly.”
Louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were delightful The building is filled with cosy relaxing areas The game drive was wonderful”
Beryl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Love the accommodation. Well furnished, huge, comfy beds, well equipped. Great spacious bathroom. Swimming pool and gardens well kept. V close to Addo Elephant Reserve.”
Alwyn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The property is small and friendly it feels intimate as so many sitting locations you could have fill hotel and it’ll feel like your there all alone as so peaceful”
Jonathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely B&B, full of character with a nice large pool. Staff very friendly and helpful. Close to Addo national park. Very spacious bedrooms.”

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From 08:00 to 21:30
Check-out
From 08:00 to 13:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
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Free

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Pets
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