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About the Hotel

1 Main Road, Addo, South Africa

Elephant House, a 3-star family-run lodge, features large country-style bedrooms with elegant decor and practical amenities. The hotel offers a gathering place to enjoy great South African wine and a variety of game viewing options in the nearby Addo Elephant National Park.

Rooms & Amenities

Accommodations at Elephant House include the Main House, featuring eight en-suite rooms, and six Cape-style Stable Cottages. Each room opens onto private verandahs, while amenities include en-suite bathrooms and premium bedding.

Dining & Nearby Options

The on-site restaurant serves traditional farm breakfasts using locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy light lunches on the terrace or by the pool, with options for self-catering in the Stable Cottages, which include braai facilities.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure activities include guided safaris into Addo Elephant National Park, just 5 miles away, which are conducted by an experienced in-house field guide. Adventure seekers can enjoy zip-lining, scenic rides through citrus groves, and quad biking tours in the area.

Transportation & Local Area

Transportation options include road transfers from Port Elizabeth International Airport, located 40.5 miles away. The property is surrounded by notable attractions, including the Addo Wildlife & Lifestyle Centre and Addo Raptor and Reptile Centre, adding to the area’s appeal.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Cottage

Max:

2 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Family Cottage

Max:

4 persons

75 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Luxury Family Room

Max:

4 persons

100 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Addo 2.8 km

Airports

Port Elizabeth International (PLZ) 63.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast selection was impressive, with a good blend of fresh fruits, yoghurt, and made-to-order eggs that truly made each morning special.” view full review

Relaxing Pools

“The tranquil environment, coupled with two beautiful pools, provided the perfect setting to unwind and enjoy sunny days.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“Our cottage was incredibly spacious and well-appointed, featuring a king-size bed that ensured a restful night’s sleep.” view full review

Excellent Showers

“The bathroom was luxurious with a fantastic shower experience that exceeded our expectations and added a touch of indulgence to our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Pedicure
Manicure
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Full body massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1 Main Road, Addo, South Africa

Map view

1 Main Road, Addo, South Africa

City landmarks

Zoo

Addo Wildlife & Lifestyle Centre

1.9 km

Main Road

Addo Raptor and Reptile Centre

3.8 km

South Africa

Hapoor Drinking Hole Lookout

4.5 km

Hapoor Dam Viewpoint

4.5 km

Nearby

Zoo

Addo Wildlife & Lifestyle Centre

0 m

Restaurants

Lenmore

370 m

11359 Main Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Comfortable Bed

Attentive Staff

Dining Disaster

Lacks TV/Fridge

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.0

Service

9.3

Dining

6.3

Francis

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.2/10

The hotel rooms exceeded our expectations and would definitely recommend to anyone; they are very spacious, almost too much so. The service was very helpful and friendly, explaining everything throughout. The location suited our requirements, near Addo Elephant park entrance. The dining left much to be desired. The facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very spacious.

Service

9.0

The service was super friendly and attentive.

Location

7.0

The location was good, about a 10 km drive from Addo Game Park.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not the best.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent.

Edward

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was spacious and beautifully furnished, but the noisy AC/heater was a bit of a nuisance. The service was outstanding, with attentive staff promptly addressing any requests. The location was great, just a short drive from Addo Game Park, making it convenient to explore. The dining experience was really good, especially with the delicious Teppanyaki fish. Overall, a fantastic experience with just a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

My room was out at the back of the property, with a private swimming pool area and a lovely verandah. It was spacious and beautifully furnished.

Service

9.0

The staff here were amazing - always attentive and quick to assist with any needs.

Location

9.0

The hotel is well-located, just a 10 km drive from Addo Game Park, and the surroundings are well maintained, perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was very good, especially the breakfast spread at the main house with fresh fruit, yoghurt, and eggs. The only downside was the waiting time during dinner and breakfast.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities are top-notch, with everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Joe

United Kingdom, July 2023

6.6/10

The lodge offers a wonderful en suite room with a large walk-in shower and comfy bed with mosquito nets, although it would benefit from a refurbishment and lacks a fridge or TV in the room. The service is top-notch, with attentive and welcoming staff. The location is ideal for exploring Addo Elephant Park but is surrounded by a rough area. The lodge lacks some key facilities but does have a well-cared-for swimming pool nearby.

Rooms

7.0

The room was as expected, with a large comfy bed and lovely en suite with a walk-in shower.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic, with attentive staff who checked in regularly and even kindly assisted with returning a forgotten item.

Location

8.0

The lodge is perfectly situated for visiting Addo Elephant Park and exploring the area, albeit with a rough surrounding environment.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not good, with a disappointing outcome and lacks details about available options.

Facilities

6.0

While lacking some essential facilities, the lodge offers a well-maintained swimming pool nearby.

Comfortable Bed

Dining Disaster

Frank

United Kingdom, May 2023

9.2/10

I was pleasantly surprised by the beautiful rooms that exceeded our expectations and would definitely recommend them to anyone. The staff's service was really amazing, going beyond what is expected, with big friendly smiles. The location was perfect for exploring Addo. The dining experience was very good, overlooking the grounds with fresh fruit, full English breakfast, and home baked bread. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay even more enjoyable.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were very spacious and comfortable; I actually had the best meal here during the 2 weeks we were there - excellent veggie lasagne.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly lovely, friendly, and accommodating - they are the real stars here.

Location

8.0

The hotel is unfortunate to be in a rough surrounding area, but it is perfect for those wanting to visit Addo and a great place to stay.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at The Elephant House was very good with homemade pies and jams, and all the staff were great and very very helpful.