Elephants Footprint Lodge

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Colchester with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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1 Riverside Drive Riverside Park, Colchester, Eastern Cape, 6175
  • Place, Sundays River Dunes
  • Place, Matyholweni Gate
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Large Twin Trundle Bed

Honeymoon Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Large Twin Trundle Bed

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Elephants Footprint Lodge places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Matyholweni Gate and Sundays River Dunes. This 4-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Matyholweni Gate - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 29 min drive - 28.3 miles
  • Market Square - 30 min drive - 29.6 miles
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 35 min drive - 32.9 miles
  • Hobie Beach - 35 min drive - 32.9 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Taste of Africa Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grunters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Weavers Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Elephants Footprint Lodge

Guesthouse in Colchester with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
Elephants Footprint Lodge offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Plasma TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Elephants Footprint Lodge?

Elephants Footprint Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Elephants Footprint Lodge?

This guesthouse is located in Colchester, close to Sundays River Dunes, Matyholweni Gate, and Pearson Park Nature Reserve.

Is parking available on site at Elephants Footprint Lodge?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Elephants Footprint Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, Elephants Footprint Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Elephants Footprint Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Elephants Footprint Lodge?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Elephants Footprint Lodge?

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

Does Elephants Footprint Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Elephants Footprint Lodge serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Elephants Footprint Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Elephants Footprint Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Elephants Footprint Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Elephants Footprint Lodge?

The closest major airport to Elephants Footprint Lodge is Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is 27.1 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Elephants Footprint Lodge?

No, at Elephants Footprint Lodge, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.