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Located on a secluded eco-reserve, Hitgeheim Country Lodge is an owner-managed lodge offering daily open safari vehicle drives into the Addo Elephant National Park where guests may experience viewing a variety of animal and elephants. The luxurious thatched rooms feature air conditioning and a seating area. Offering a balcony or patio with a view, each room includes a mini-bar and complimentary toiletries. Hitgeheim serves an English breakfast daily and the dining area serves traditional South African cuisine including venison dishes,BBQ's as well as gourmet set-menus with a selection of wines on the terrace overlooking the surrounding countryside. The lodge features an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace offering panoramic views across the valley. They can also arrange safaris to nearby game reserves like Schotia. Port Elizabeth Airport is 1 hours’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Henrique
    United States of America United States of America
    Great property, amazing and spacious room and bathroom, and additional privet external areas, with shower and a nice balcony with a view! The restaurant is great, breakfast and dinner options, and drinks available. Staff as usual excellent with...
  • Viv
    Australia Australia
    Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Outstanding service. Beautiful views. Spotless and tasteful. Excellent in every way. Wish we had booked for longer. Our car was even washed before we left.
  • Sherry
    United States of America United States of America
    Views were amazing! Staff were accommodating and flexible.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Grill/BBQ • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Hitgeheim Country Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Pool with view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Hitgeheim Country Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 1,000 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 1,000 per child, 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.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Hitgeheim Country Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, the gate into the reserve closes at 18:00.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hitgeheim Country 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.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Hitgeheim Country Lodge

  • Guests staying at Hitgeheim Country Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Hitgeheim Country Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Themed dinners
    • Game drives
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming pool

  • Check-in at Hitgeheim Country Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Room options at Hitgeheim Country Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Bungalow

  • The prices at Hitgeheim Country Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Hitgeheim Country Lodge is 5 miles from the center of Addo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hitgeheim Country Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Yes, Hitgeheim Country Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.