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Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge

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A spacious living area with a thatched roof, large windows, and comfortable seating.
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of hills.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wicker furniture, and a dining area with a table set for four.
A house with a large lawn, a pond, and a dirt path.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1B Mountainvale Farm, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105

Room options

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A bedroom with a canopy bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, and a wooden bench.

Luxury Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Addo

Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge is within the region of popular sights such as Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari. This 4-star lodge has 10 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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About this property

Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge

Guests of Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free wired internet. Select Comfort beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and ceiling fans.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • MAIN LODGE

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2019
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 1990 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Addo Elephant Back Safaris
Addo Elephant Back Safaris & Lodge
Addo Elephant Back Safaris Lodge
Addo Elephant Lodge
Addo Elephant Safaris
Addo Safaris
Elephant Back Safaris & Lodge
Elephant Back Safaris Addo
Elephant Lodge Addo
Addo Elephant And Safaris Addo
Addo Elephant Lodge and Safaris Addo
Addo Elephant Lodge and Safaris Lodge
Addo Elephant Lodge and Safaris Lodge Addo
Barefoot Addo Elephant
Addo Elephant Lodge Safaris
Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge Addo
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Frequently asked questions

Is there parking available at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Is a spa located at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge?

Spa services at the lodge include massages.

Does Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge feature a casino?

No, Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature a private pool and a fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge serves free full breakfasts at MAIN LODGE each morning.

Will Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge offer a furnished balcony/patio and may feature mountain views.

Barefoot Addo Elephant Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The lodge was nice but it was in the middle of nowhere! We also felt we were ‘fleeced’ for our trip to Addo. Our friends were charged half what we were charged for their exact same game drive. We were taken from the lodge on a very uncomfortable 1.5hr drive in an old truck that did not even have air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service
Wir waren leider sehr enttäuscht von der Lodge. Die Anfahrt ist mit einem normalen PKW eigentlich unzumutbar und bei vorherigem Regen nicht machbar! Der Gemeinschaftsbereich ist sehr schön, aber das war’s dann auch schon! Die Unterkünfte sind deutlich in die Jahre gekommen und bedürfen einer Modernisierung. Das Personal ist bemüht, aber nicht sehr geschult und wirkt teilweise unbeholfen. Das Abendessen (in Buffetform !) war wohlwollend betrachtet bestenfalls durchschnittlich, das Frühstück ebenso. Die Lage soweit abseits macht einen Besuch des Addo-Nationalpark sehr umständlich. Fazit: Gutes Marketing - aber erfüllt die Erwartungen nicht; definitiv die lange und beschwerliche Anfahrt nicht wert.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr freundliches Personal und Service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the very first moment and the warm welcome this was an unforgettable experience. The lodges, the setting (even the amazing 28km gravel track to get in!), the staff & the food were first class. Top all of that off with an elephant encounter and you have memories that will last a lifetime! The ladies there arranged a half-day guided safari for us at nearby Addo Game Reserve - thoroughly recommend that too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alta, Tracy and Godwin were very welcoming and very attentive. The rooms are all external to the superb main Lodge. I highly recommend this Lodge in it's own small but game filled reserver, separate from the main Addo Elephant Sanctuary which is some 55 minutes drive away. Our villa\cabin\room was on its own (as all are) bur secluded in the bush. Our car could be parked very close but there were well lit gravel paths to the main Lodge. It was not obviously apparent from booking with Exepedia that there were cabins with views over the valley and reserve, We would have tried to book one of those if we knew of their existence. The feature of ours was a stream running by the external private deck. The deck had a Jacuzzi but it was covered with canvas, which we I lifted it showed that it needed cleaning of leaves and debris. I'm sure that if we wanted to use it they would have jumped to clean it for us. The lunch and dinner menus are set but they do ask if you have any dietary requirements. Good wine selection, In the booking format presented by Expedia,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WOW!!! It was sooo hard to leave Tracy and Alta and Angela and EVERYONE was amazing! They took such good care of us - the lodge and the tents were breathtaking- such gorgeous surroundings and so peaceful We WILL be back 10 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Not bad

I'm not sure how this was deemed a 4 star hotel, I'd say it's a solid 3 star. The decking of the cabins seemed like it needed repair, the facilities could use an upgrade. The food was good, service wasn't bad. They should really warn you about the terrible drive in - you should use 4x4 as it's very rocky and a long drive! Skip the private tour of Addo National Park as it's in a closed in van - that should be clear as well - I want an open air jeep!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
sehr unerfahrenes personal, das von hotelservice nicht viel versteht. bei der anreise wurde nicht erwähnt, dass nur ein menü zum abendessen serviert wird. auch wussten wir erst als der teller auf dem tisch stand, was es überhaupt gibt. das rotweinglas wurde beinahe randvoll gefüllt... etc.. beim frühstück haben äffchen vom tisch im hotel (drinnen, nicht auf dem balkon) gegessen und geschirr zerschlagen - das personal hats nicht gross gekümmert... der ess-saal hat zwei wunderschöne cheminee. sehr schade dass diese nicht angezündet wurden.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wir haben uns sehr umsorgt gefühlt. Die Lage der Anlage ist unglaublich schön🐕. Von unser wunderbaren Lodge hatten wir einen tollen Ausblick auf Wildnis und konnten Elefanten, Giraffen und Gnus entspannt vom whirlpool/jacuzzi beobachten. Mega relaxed! We loved it! Und kommen recht bald wieder, für mehr Tage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Barefoot is the place to go

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Außergewöhnlich gut in allen Belangen!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019