10 Top-Rated Hotels in Colchester, Greater Addo, Eastern Cape

October 18, 2022 Terina Blouin

Discover the best hotels in Colchester, Greater Addo, Eastern Cape including Dungbeetle River Lodge, Sundune Guest House & Self-Catering, Nukakamma River Lodge, Addo River-View Lodge, Happy Jackal Guest House, Hopewell Private Game Reserve, ParkView Lodge, Nukakamma Guesthouse, Elephants Footprint Lodge, Addo Riverside Villa.
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1. Dungbeetle River Lodge

76 Aqua Vista Crescent Cannonville, Colchester 6175 South Africa
Excellent
76%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 412 reviews

Dungbeetle River Lodge

Four Star Safari Style accommodations at Dungbeetle River Lodge near the entry point to the world famous Addo National Elephant Park and some of the finest game reserves in the Eastern Cape.

Right on the river

Reviewed By Lynne B

Hosts are very accommodating. The view from the breakfast deck is idyllic. The accommodation is very comfortable. Highly recommend. They also do all arrangements for boat cruises and game viewing IN Addo.

2. Sundune Guest House & Self-Catering

92 Wellington Street, Colchester 6175 South Africa
Excellent
53%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 62 reviews

Sundune Guest House & Self-Catering

Sundune Guest House is nestled on the banks of the beautiful Sundays river. There are five bedrooms, all are en suite. A super market is walking distance away. There is a dining room and a guest lounge. The Addo Elephant National Park is situated a mere 3 km away from Sundune Guest House.

Conveniant stop to start visit Addo.

Reviewed By mrippe477111

Warm welcome. The booked room was not wat we expected. Were upgraded to the room upstairs with kitchenette, lounge balcon and view over grassy garden. Happy with that room otherwise we would have left. Very close to Engen, Spar and restaurant so you can walk. Colchester had no water during our stay but there was a bucket with water from the rain barrel. Also loadsheddings. Bed very comfortabele. Pool is at a place 2 houses next door. Looked good. Staff made a nice breakfast. Not earlier then 7.30 in case you want to leave early for Addo.

3. Nukakamma River Lodge

15 Aquavista Crescent, Colchester 6175 South Africa
Excellent
83%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 29 reviews

Nukakamma River Lodge

Along the world renowned Greater Addo route, Colchester, Sundays River is a place of scenic beauty. Situated on the banks of the Sundays River is where you will find Nukakamma River Lodge with 4 on-suite bed and breakfast rooms as well as 2 Self-catering cottages located on site. We are a mere 4km from the Mathyolweni Gate, Southern Entrance to Addo Elephant park. Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) is just 36km from our little village. Buffet breakfast for our bed and breakfast guests (self-catering guests can enjoy at additional charge) Wi-Fi is available Dinner on request On-site curio shop

Excellent service and very friendly people

Reviewed By dcreme505736

The staff went the extra mile to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The location is great and the room was comfortable and clean. The breakfast was delicious. Would absolutely recommend staying with them ?

4. Addo River-View Lodge

88 Wellington Street, Colchester 6001 South Africa
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2 reviews

Addo River-View Lodge

Addo River-View Lodge is a water-sport and nature lovers paradise, nestled on the banks of the beautiful Sundays River, in the valley of Colchester. It is the ideal Addo Elephant National Park accommodation, situated a mere 3 km's from the Matyolweni of South entrance to the Malaria Free Addo Elephant National Park and 50 km's from the Port Elizabeth airport.

Birthday Gathering

Reviewed By davidb22238

Magnificent place with plenty of room, very much needed Air-conditioning! All you could want from a kitchen, flowing into the living and dining area and then onto the spacious deck overlooking the rive. (Awesome View, but no swimming in the river due to lockdown while we were there...), so we spent most of the weekend alternating between the amazing pool area with its own braai, loungers and loo area and the upstairs sun deck. There was a full size Weber upstairs with plenty of comfy seating. The rooms are spacious, toilets are modern, excellent water pressure, premium linen and most importantly for me, excellent mattresses and pillows! 5 Minutes to Addo, shop and liquor store down the road and a fully fenced and alarmed house to round off an awesome time with friends. Will definitely be back again to make more memories ?

5. Happy Jackal Guest House

5 Riverside Drive Riverside Park, Colchester 6175 South Africa
Excellent
72%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 196 reviews

Happy Jackal Guest House

Happy Jackal Guest House (4-Star) Big Five game-viewing on our doorstep makes the Happy Jackal in Colchester the perfect choice of luxurious accommodation. Visit the Addo Elephant Park, only 2 mins away, in our open game-viewing Landrover with our qualified game-ranger. This river lodge lies on the banks of the beautiful Sundays River, is easily reached from the N2 and is in the best location for game, coastal or river activities. Extensive lawns stretch down to the Happy Jackal jetty where across the river unspoilt, natural bush is the habitat of Kudu, bushbuck, water mongoose & Cape Clawless Otters. We offer a choice of 6 luxurious rooms, 5 of which enjoy stunning river views. Guests may choose from ground floor rooms opening onto private patios & the riverbank or impressively large, thatched upstairs rooms, each with its own thatched deck. Breakfasts cater to all tastes & include both a full English & Health breakfast. Home-made jams & freshly baked bread every morning. Dinner, set menu , 3 course home cooked meal, available from November 2022. Bookings essential in advance!

Go to the dune fields

Reviewed By johnhR8102LR

Wonderful stay, really friendly and helpful owners who go out of their way to make guests feel welcome.Did the full day Addo trip and evening boat trip and can honestly say that both were awesome. If you visit then please go the dune fields. Never seen anything like them in my life. You can walk for miles , see no one and they are simply stunningly beautiful. Visited mainly to see Addo but it's the dunes that will live long in my memory.

6. Hopewell Private Game Reserve

R72, Colchester 6175 South Africa
Excellent
96%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 101 reviews

Hopewell Private Game Reserve

Hopewell Private Game Reserve is an exclusive luxury hideaway on a private African game reserve in South Africa's beautiful Eastern Cape. The luxurious contemporary lodge nestled in the hillside hosts up to a maximum of 12 guests and overlooks the wildlife reserve, a reclaimed Eden in a once remote wilderness. Waking up to the sounds and sights of the African bush, sundowners above the elephants’ favourite watering hole, relaxing in a secluded private swimming pool overlooking the bush, together with sumptuous dinners under the stars, provide the memories that linger long after your stay. The passionate and experienced ranger guides guests through the rolling landscape, ever willing to stop and discuss plants, insects, birds and abundant game spotted along the way. Up close and personal interaction with a cheetah is a highlight. Superb cuisine, local drinks and two game drives daily included in the rate. Two or three nights recommended to get the full experience. Malari-free. Stunning

Honeymoon

Reviewed By Julie_Rutherford

The attention to detail was out of this world. From the stunning room to the amazing staff (Christelle; Nceba; John; Oscar; Sylvia) we could not fault them for one thing. We will back, without a doubt.

7. ParkView Lodge

Farm 880 Off Main Rd, Colchester 6001 South Africa
Excellent
62%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 58 reviews

ParkView Lodge

Located just outside the margins of Port Elizabeth, where rolling grasslands, fynbos covered slopes, and illustrious coastal forests meet. Parkview Lodge offers its guests, the restorative experience of a lifetime. At Parkview Lodge, you will step into an Out of Africa experience, filled with all the luxuries and indulgence that will make your experience truly memorable. Choose to stay in one of our 3 Guestrooms in the Main Building, which have a TV installed, for those who still want to keep in touch with the outside world. For the more adventurous at heart, we have five tented rooms, set in the more verdure part of the estate. We will treat the traveler to unique cuisine from our fully equipped kitchens. Parkview Lodge also offers something the early explorers never had but is essential to any African Adventure: Depending on the time of year, our guests can lounge by the pool, enjoying our Africa Sun and enjoying some justified leisure time.

A bit disappointing and overpriced

Reviewed By kpless134567

When we arrived, the hotel asked if we had a booking so we assumed they had forgotten. We were taken to our tent which had not been opened so it had a musty smell. The windows were not rolled up and we were told to do it ourselves. The fridge was still off so no ice, although they did bring a huge bag when requested. We were the only guests so the first night the kitchen was closed as they sent all the staff home that day. The following day we had to order dinner during breakfast. The braai had not been cleaned and was full of ash and cigarettes. The evenings we slept freezing as there was only 2 warm blankets for the 3 of us and no warm gowns as advertised. The second day when there was staff, they were friendly and helpful. At R1000.00 per person per night I expected a bit more.

8. Nukakamma Guesthouse

20 Darling street, Colchester 6175 South Africa
Excellent
61%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
4%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 23 reviews

Nukakamma Guesthouse

Nukakamma Guesthouse and self-catering apartments located in Colchester, the heart of the Sundays river valley, welcomes all guests to the stunning Eastern Cape with its abundance of wildlife, vast variety of vegetation and rich cultural heritage. Our Main Guesthouse has 2 Bed n Breakfast rooms with en-suite bathrooms. The living areas are shared by all Bed n Breakfast guests. Our 2 bedroom self-catering apartment has its own kitchen, living room and dining room and a shared bathroom. Breakfast is served for all our guests staying in our guest house while our self-catering facilities are equipped with all the household amenities necessary to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Free Internet is available. Vicky is an accomplished cook in the kitchen and offers traditional South African dinners to both our guest-house and self-catering apartment guests on request.

What a disappointment

Reviewed By Steve S

The pictures look great but reality is a different story. The area looked like a scene from a Sirian war zone. The owner was very helpful but the property needs some refinement. We paid more pier night for a room with no air conditioning or private tv, not that we went there to watch tv, however having to share with other guests was just not my idea of R1000 a night. The breakfast was also not comparible to other places we stayed at, we had no choice of our cooked breakfast, something that was the norm at other places and something that should be expected from a place charging these rates. Stay in Port Elizabeth and drive the 20 minutes to Addo, a much better spend of your money.

9. Elephants Footprint Lodge

1 Riverside Drive Riverside Park, Colchester 6001 South Africa
Excellent
64%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 376 reviews

Elephants Footprint Lodge

Elephants Footprint Lodge offers excellent accommodation with 12 en suite rooms under thatch room in a lapa style. Situated 2km from the Greater Addo Elephant National Park Southern Gate. This makes it the gateway to the Route of the Giants and the ideal getaway for an unique and unforgettable holiday. Dinner is served upon request Booking Essential

Great Lodge and hosts

Reviewed By gwilso432705

Very clean lodge with friendly hosts. Check in was fast and efficient, oversize rooms were very clean. Arrangements were made for an earlier than usual breakfast request. Although no supper was available the restuarant down the road was very good

10. Addo Riverside Villa

8 Aquavista Crescent, Colchester 6001 South Africa
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 4 reviews

Addo Riverside Villa

We are a homestay situated on the Sundays River with an exquisite River view. Accomodation consists of one ensuite room with Queen size bed. The second room is ideal for children or adults traveling in a group and has 4 bedsbunk.Both rooms have fans and heaters. Our rooms have no Television but we have a TV lounge with Netflix's.Our home is situated 5 minutes from the Addo Park south gate.

Nettes, sauberes Gästehaus in schöner Lage

Reviewed By kitz-travellers

Wir wählten das Gästehaus wegen der Nähe zum Eingang des Addo Elephant Parks und für eine Nacht war es eine gute Wahl. Unser Zimmer war nicht sehr groß, ebenso das Bett, trotzdem in Ordnung. Badezimmer mit guter Dusche vorhanden. Kühlschrank und Wasserkocher ebenfalls. Der schöne Indoorpool war wegen Wassermangels nicht zu benutzen. Unser Zimmer hatte keine Klimaanlage. Der Garten mit einer gemütlichen Sitzgruppe und Blick auf den Sundays river lädt zum Verweilen ein. Schöne Sonnenuntergänge. Gutes Frühstück ist inklusive.

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