Happy Jackal
Guest house, 4-star5 Riverside Drive, Colchester, Addo, Colchester, South AfricaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for location, service and value.
9.1139Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.9 out of 10, at 5 Riverside Drive, Colchester, Addo.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Outdoor Pool and Spacious Rooms Happy Jackal, just 2 km from Addo National Park, offers spacious rooms with rustic décor, satellite TV, and a refrigerator. Relax by the outdoor pool or enjoy river views from select rooms.
Complimentary Breakfast and BBQ Facilities Start your day with a free breakfast and later grill at the BBQ facilities. For adventure seekers, guided game drives are available, and activities like sandboarding and river cruises can be arranged.
Convenient Amenities and Services Enjoy a solar-heated pool, free parking, laundry facilities, and safety deposit boxes. Book dinner in advance and experience attentive staff ready to make your stay memorable.
Book now to experience the beauty and hospitality of Happy Jackal Guest House!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
9.1
Top rated
Rated 9.1 out of 10 by 139 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.9
- Service9.4
- Location9.9
- Rooms8.4
- Amenities8.9
- Value9.4
- Food & drink9.4
Guests mention
Close to Addo National ParkFriendly staffGood breakfast
IdoSpainAddo park accommodation.
La ubicación es excelente, A 5 min de la entrada del parque. La casa es muy amplia y limpia. Para famila de 5 era muy cómodo.el personal muy amable.
cecilSouth AfricaWill definitely come again and can recommend the Happy Jackal to anyone wishing to stay over
Breakfast for really great. well presented, very tasty. just enough
Excellent location for visiting Ado Elephant Park which is close and easily accessible.
Room (Rhino) was great with comfortable bed and pillows. Nice…
MagdalenaSpainMagnífic establiment a la mateixa entrada pràcticament de l'Addo Park.
El personal és encantador, l'habitació molt confortable i l'esmorzar molt bo.
Jan HendrikNLDe locatie en het personeel
De keuken is verouderd. De oven wordt niet echt warm en de waterdruk is erg laag in de badkamer
LiliiaRussian FederationОчень приятный отель и хозяйка очень гостеприимная!
В номерах чисто, завтрак вкусный, прекрасный вид из окна! Всего 3 минуты до южных ворот Addo.
MatthiasBelgiumLocation is amazing, its 5 minutes away from the south gate of Addo Elephant NP!
Unfortunately we did not think our room and bathroom were very clean.
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
5 Riverside Drive, Colchester, Addo, Colchester, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.9 out of 10 — exceptional.
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 06:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 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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This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. 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. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. 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 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 Happy Jackal
What time is check-in and check-out at Happy Jackal?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Happy Jackal allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Happy Jackal?
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 Happy Jackal 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.
Does Happy Jackal have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Happy Jackal 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 Happy Jackal?
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 Happy Jackal?
5 Riverside Drive, Colchester, Addo, Colchester.
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