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Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm

Property class: 3

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A resort with a pool, thatched-roof structures, and a stone pathway.
A wicker chair with a cushion featuring an elephant design, a wooden table with a fruit bowl, and a view of greenery through large windows.
A resort with multiple buildings, a pool, and a thatched-roof structure.
A lakeside property with a house, a dock, and a lounge chair by the water.
A wooden pathway leading through a garden with a wooden fence and trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Off the R335, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105
  • Place, Addo Elephant National Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Ulwazi Interpretive Centre
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Botanical Reserve
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Chalet, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

A wooden deck with wicker furniture overlooking a grassy landscape and distant mountains.

Luxury Chalet, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Twin Room, Mountain View

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small table with fruit.

Luxury Twin Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single beds (3)

A rustic wooden cabin with a thatched roof, a wooden deck, and a table with chairs set up outside.

Single beds (3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Dung Beetle Suite 4 sleeper (6)

A cozy room with two beds, a small table with a globe, wicker chairs, and a wooden floor.

Dung Beetle Suite 4 sleeper (6)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Dung Beetle Suite single beds (5)

A cozy bedroom with a bed, pillows, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Dung Beetle Suite single beds (5)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Dung Beetle Suite queen bed (4)

A cozy bedroom with a bed, a heart-shaped mirror, a small round table with a globe, and a chair with green cushions.

Dung Beetle Suite queen bed (4)

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Addo

Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm places you 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Addo Elephant National Park. The 12 rooms at this 3-star lodge include refrigerators, coffee makers, and Select Comfort beds.
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What's nearby

  • Addo Elephant National Park - 14 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Ulwazi Interpretive Centre - 18 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Botanical Reserve - 22 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Kirkwood Golf Course - 38 min drive - 25.6 miles
  • Daniell Cheetah Project - 52 min drive - 37.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron Addo Elephant National Park - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Addo Wildlife - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Elephant House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Africanos Inn, Bar, Grill & Barn Addo - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Addo Elephant Park Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm

Guests staying at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm enjoy 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills.
Climb into the Select Comfort bed for a pleasant night's sleep. Refrigerators and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

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

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 14 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 550.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 550.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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: 2:00 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 or credit 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:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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 Dung Beetle
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm Lodge
Beetle Farm
Dung Beetle Addo
Dung Beetle Guest Farm
Dung Beetle Guest Farm Lodge
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm Country House
Dung Beetle Guest Farm Country House
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm House
Dung Beetle Guest Farm House
Addo Dung Beetle Farm Addo
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm Addo
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm Country House
Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm Country House Addo

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm?

This lodge is located in Addo, close to Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout, Ulwazi Interpretive Centre, and Botanical Reserve. Addo Elephant National Park is also within a driving distance of 4.5 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm on Aug 19, 2026 start from $49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm?

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

Does Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm include a casino on the premises?

No, Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like a Select Comfort mattress as well as 2 outdoor pools and a garden.

Does Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm offers an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm.

Does Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm have connecting rooms available?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer either a balcony/patio and a patio where guests can enjoy mountain views.

Addo Dung Beetle Guest Farm Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From start to finish just amazing, Elize was great, food is a must have! Location beautiful and peaceful, pool great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lize

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was a great experience. Breakfast was good and the view stunning. Close to the Addo elephant park. Only thing is that there is no dinner available on the premise. But there's a braai place to braai dor yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was fantastic as was quiet location. Sons 18th whilst we were there and were some lovely little touches. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and very nice concept with the bush tents !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jannick

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

A perfect stay in addo

A great place to stay in the middle of nowhere.super friendly staff and which knows how to deal with little inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edwards

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a very nice 2 day stay host perfect out door shower fantastic room and views beautiful next time in Addo will book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a few rustic cabins, these were excellent and had everything we needed. Breakfast was an addition but well worth it. Enjoyed our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dennis

Location was unique
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Zelda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Comfortable stay close to Addo

The staff is friendly and helpful. The place is clean and food is good. Close to Addo for game viewing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice property, the cave rooms are in the bushes and not super nice though
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I stayed at Dung Beetle Guest Farm at the start of our holiday from the UK. The location close to Port Elizabeth and Addo Game Reserve was really handy. The farm itself is set in beautiful gardens/countryside and provides a really unique experience a million miles away from everyday life! The team were very friendly and always willing to help including a surprise cleaning of our car on the morning of leaving. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Views and safety great, cleanliness rather disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hubert

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was difficult to find it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

c

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the Addo Park, nice and well-appointed chalet, excellent service, but unfortunately the ceiling void of our room was infested with bats that prevented us from getting sleep for the two nights that we were there. We raised it with the staff who confirmed that it was a known issue, which raises serious questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Patrycja Elzbieta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Das Zimmer war soweit in Ordnung. Man merkt allerdings, dass es renovierungsbedürftig ist. Durch ein Schlitz/Riss an der Wand/Fußboden und Abfluss im Bad ist ein Tausendfüßler reingekrochen. Das Frühstück war gut. Ich würde dort allerdings nicht nochmal übernachten wollen. Wir haben im Dungle-Beetle-Suite übernachtet. Für mich ist es kein 4 Sterne-Hotel. Das Personal war nett. Zum Schlafen hat es ausgereicht. Man fährt über eine Schotterstraße dorthin.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness
Die Unterkunft generell ist sehr speziell. Die BuschKabinen sind sehr einsam gelegen. Die Austattung ist sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Der riesige Lüfter lies sich nicht regulieren, das Tor lies sich nicht absperren. Wir haben sehr viel improvisieren müssen. Wer Abenteuer sucht ust hier richtig
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mireille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambre très originale et impeccable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le cadre de l'hébergement, les dîners et les activités proposées. Tout le personnel était au petits soins. Nous avons en revanche un peu regretté le côté rustique de l'hébergement Dung Beetle (peu lumineux, pas de vue). Nous aurions dû privilégier la location d'un chalet. Nous recommandons cet établissement pour un séjour réussi au parc Addo.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Joercio Mauri

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muito pior que as fotos

As fotos não condizem com a realidade, fazem local parecer muito melhor do que ele é. O ar condicionado não consegue deixar a temperatura agradável, o quarto parece um forno, para piorar chegamos cansados da viagem e tínhamos que sair rápido para um Safari e não tinha água em nosso quarto. Não conseguimos tomar banho e nem lavar o rosto. Nosso quarto fica em uma longa caminhada por uma trilha, e isso não é informado na hora da reserva. A proposta do hotel é legal, sendo algo rústico, porém a manutenção está muito precária. As piscinas são sujas, ninguém entra na água. Falta reparo e pintura por tudo. Infelizmente nos decepcionamos muito.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Interessant

Wer Ursprünglichkeit mag, ist hier gut aufgehoben. War eine interessante Erfahrung. Allerdings sollte die Beschreibung, wo genau sich Toilette und Dusche befinden, detaillierter sein.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles top
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Abdalla Josef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toller Service und Frühstück. Unterkunft war eine Höhle ohne WLAN und keine Tür zum Badezimmer. Sonst war alles Top.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mooie rustige ligging, vriendelijke host. Dichtbij Addo Elephant National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, unique overnight experience! Beautiful grounds, amazing sunset! Close to Addo Elephant Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023