We stayed there on our honeymoon 2 days ago and it was a breathtaking experience. It was cold and windy but there was floor heating and heated blankets in the room. Monkeys were a bit of a problem when we went to the jacuzzi.
I usually only book four star rated accommodation but wanted to be very close to Storms River Mouth and decided to book at Andelomi Forest Lodge for one night. When I called to ask whether we can put our cooler box in the room prior to check-in I was assured that it will be no problem. On arrival I was surprised with the size of the room. Our room was modern with a little seating area facing a stream. The bathroom was spacious and spotless. The room had a coffee/tea station but no fridge. The design of the room and the small touches showed that the owners took the requirements of guests into consideration when they built the rooms. There are also some little extras like tissues etc. which one does not expect at this price range. Staying at Storms River Village allowed us to go back to Tsitsikamma National Park the next day to do the Waterfall Hike after completing the Kayak and Lilo adventure the day before. We had breakfast at the property the next morning. We chose to sit outside facing the garden while enjoying our breakfast. We thought it would be a buffet breakfast but we could order eggs and we were served fresh fruit - it was beautifully presented. I dealt with Brittany but the entire team seem to take pride in serving guests at this establishment. I won't hesitate to stay at Andelomi Forest Lodge again in the future.
Super super nice hostel, with amazing services and facilities!!! The staff there provided great and helpful tips and assistance on the planning of exploring the city, and the bar next to the campfire is another level. The swimming pool and hot tub are clean and comfy too. Staying at the 14-mixed bedroom but the bathrooms and beds are really clean. Glad to stay at Tube n Axe and would definitely go back again!!
Our second stay at Gorah and it was just as memorable as the first. What sets Gorah apart from the majority of safari lodges we've been lucky enough to visit is the quality of sightings between game drives !! The proximity of the water hole directly in front of the lodge pretty much guarantees sightings of elephant, zebra, warthog, red hartebeest, black rhino, buffalo, vervet monkeys etc throughout the day & night. The game drives are terrific too. Gorah enjoys a strong team of guides, all with excellent knowledge of the Addo mammals, birds & plants which they share with enthusiasm and humour. The two drives per day explore both the Gorah concession and the broader Addo National Park in search of the best sightings. The modern vehicles are equipped with blankets, ponchos, hot water bottles etc as well as the obligatory camp table & portable bar for sundowners. The tented suites are fantastic, equipped with everything you would expect in a 5 star luxury hotel (including a free mini bar). Each suite has a deck overlooking the beautiful savannah which is a helpful reminder that there are no fences between you & the animals you encounter on your game drives !! The Manor House is an elegant throwback to the filmset of Out of Africa. Breakfast, lunch, dinner & afternoon tea are all served in the Manor House and were excellent quality. It's worth noting that all drinks (other than a few premium brands) are included at Gorah which is not always the case, so it's good value compared to other safari options, Gorah is lucky to have a fantastic team who go out of their way to make your stay a special experience. All of them were brilliant but for us Sia, Travis, Mavis, & Simoné were the absolute stars. Finally, if you self-drive from Port Elizabeth, make sure you follow the directions along the N2 to the Mathyolweni Entrance of Addo Elephant National Park and DO NOT take the shorter R335 through Motherwell, it's not safe...... We look forward to our third stay.....
This is not the first time we have stayed at Rietjiesbos and it will not be the last. It is a lovely place to stay. Very clean, neat, tidy, large rooms well equipped with lovely linen and towels. The small kitchen area has everything you need for your stay. The owners Valerie and Wilfred are very friendly and go out of their way to make your stay comfortable. The area is very safe and there is safe parking inside the property. I have no hesitation in recommending this lovely establishment. You will not be disappointed.
We arrived and were upgraded to a self catering house for the night so the kids would have more space - this was hugely appreciated. The staff team were fantastic and made wonderful recommendations for places to eat. We loved our stay and only wished we had booked for longer than one night!
Zuurberg Mountain Village holds a special place in my Family's memory, and my Parents used to visit regularly back in the 1970's & 1980's. This Trip was a special celebration for my Dad's 90th Birthday, and I know that our Stay brought back memories of some wonderful times. From the moment that you drive up the Zuurberg Pass to the Mountain Village, you cannot help but be taken aback at the beauty of the area, and the Hotel and Rooms are wonderful and nostalgic. We have always received a warm welcome from everyone at the Hotel, and they almost make you feel like Family! Being the start of Winter, the old Log Fires were very welcome, and the Lounges and Bar are all very cosy. The Food was exceptional, with a Set Menu consisting of several courses, one of which was some of the best Moulle that I've ever tasted. The Sweet Trolley has to be seen to be believed! Breakfast the next morning was delicious, and set us up for the day. All in all, our Stay at Zuurburg Mountain Village was wonderful. We'll most definitely be back!