Elephants Footprint Lodge
Lodg, 4-star1 Riverside Drive, Riverside Park, Colchester, South AfricaShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, food and service.
8.8438Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 1 Riverside Drive, Riverside Park.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious African-Style Lodge with Unique Outdoor Showers
Customized Safaris to Addo Elephant Park Experience the thrill of encountering rhinos, buffalos, lions, and leopards just 3 km away.
Gourmet Dining and Adventure Activities Indulge in continental breakfasts, á la carte lunch with fish and game specialties, and private dinners in the wine cellar. Enjoy river, sea, and dune trips, along with bar games and badminton.
Ready to immerse yourself in a unique African adventure? Book your stay at Elephants Footprint Lodge now for an unforgettable experience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
8.8
Fabulous
Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 438 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.8
- Service9.3
- Location9.3
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities8.3
- Value8.7
- Food & drink9.3
Guests mention
Excellent location near Addo parkFriendly and attentive serviceTasty food and clean, spacious rooms
HannaGermanyEine super Basis für Besuche im Addo!
- Super Lage zum Addo Elephant Park
- sehr zuvorkommendes Personal
- insgesamt stimmiges Konzept
- keine Innendusche
- baubedingt hellhörig
AndreaAustriaLodge, Safari
BjoernGermanyWarm blanker , flexible Host
SabineGermanyTolle Zimmer, Wärmflaschen und extra Decken! Sehr sehr nettes Personal!
Der Kaffee könnte besser sein! :-)
BenedettaItalyCaldo ed accogliente
Siamo stati molto bene, con un'ottima accoglienza e soprattutto con un ottimo servizio durante li staff che ci ha servito la buonissima cena in un ambiente molto accogliente riscaldato da un caldo caminetto.
ChristianSouth AfricaVERY CONFORTABLE AND EASY ACCESS TO THE PARK
BREAKFAST WERE SUFFICIENT AND WELL PREPARED. ROOM IS SPACIOUS AND HAS EVERYTHING WE NEEDED.
THE POOL FOUNTAIN IS EXTRA NOISY IN THE MORNING. IT SOUNDS LIKE ITS RAINING.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
1 Riverside Drive, Riverside Park, Colchester, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions. Please inform 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. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Elephants Footprint Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Elephants Footprint Lodge?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Elephants Footprint Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Elephants Footprint Lodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Elephants Footprint Lodge have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Elephants Footprint Lodge?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Elephants Footprint Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Elephants Footprint Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Elephants Footprint Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Elephants Footprint Lodge?
1 Riverside Drive, Riverside Park, Colchester.
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