Elephants Footprint Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5

Featuring outdoor, rock waterfall showers, all Elephants Footprint Lodge rooms overlook the pool and garden. Customized safaris can be arranged to Addo Elephant Park, 1.9 mi away and home to the big '5'. 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 Elephant's Footprint Restaurant serves a continental breakfast, as well as a hot breakfast available on request. Dinner is available we offer a South African braai or a South African Buffet. Private dining is possible in the wine cellar. The lodge can organize river, sea and dune trips. Darts is available in the bar and badminton is available on request. Set 0.9 mi 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 28 mi away and there is free parking on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Sharon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were very welcoming, great communication, very attentive. Location was perfect; just a stones throw from Addo and the motorway (short transfer from Port Elizabeth airport)”
Lisette
Netherlands Netherlands
“Beautiful location, very close to the gate of Addo Elephant Park. Nice welcome and the family room we stayed in was even nicer and bigger than shown on the pictures. As we were going to the park really early, before breakfast, they packed us a...”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The property is very close to Addo Elephant Park. We arrived very wet and muddy straight from a quad bike tour. The staff brought us hot drinks and warm towels which was a very nice touch. We booked a day’s safari through them which was...”
Christel
South Africa South Africa
“Loved the location as it was close to the entrance of the Addo Elephant Park South entrance. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Can really recommend”
Sally
Australia Australia
“We loved everything about this hotel. The location was ideal, the staff extremely welcoming and the facilities exceeded our expectations. Our room was spacious, spotlessly clean and comfortable and we especially loved the outside rock shower. We...”
Gabriella
United States United States
“The lodge is right outside of the South Gate of Addo Elephant park- very convenient for our exit from our self-drive through the park. The room was very spacious and comfortable. We added the dinner and loved the lovely way the staff presented the...”
Saskia
Germany Germany
“Good location, unique accommodation , very friendly staff”
Mika
South Africa South Africa
“The staff and the accommodation was great. We were there two years ago and it's still as warm and welcoming. We really enjoyed our stay.”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was great for Addo Elephant Park. The staff were helpful. Food was delicious.”
Hermann
Germany Germany
“The host helped us with parking our large bakkie-type car in a special place.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • Grill/BBQ • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Elephants Footprint Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 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 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 515 per child, per night
Crib 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 cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Elephants Footprint Lodge 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.

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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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