St Lucia Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in St. Lucia with an outdoor pool and a bar

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Twin Room, First Floor, No Patio | Aerial view
BBQ/picnic area
Free self parking
Sports facility
Lobby lounge

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
41 Flamingo Street, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936
  • The Gallery-St Lucia
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • St Lucia Crocodile Centre
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Lucia

Within a short walk of The Gallery-St Lucia, St Lucia Lodge is within 2 miles (3 km) of St. Lucia Estuary Beach. This 34-room, 3-star hotel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • The Gallery-St Lucia - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 9 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Monzi Golf Club - 24 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint - 34 min drive - 15.8 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Lucia John Dory's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kauai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ocean Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Reef + Dine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St Lucia Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

St Lucia Lodge

Hotel in St. Lucia with an outdoor pool and a bar
Guests of St Lucia Lodge enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other amenities include balconies or patios, coffee makers, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Italian, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Elephant Lake Inn
Elephant Lake Inn St. Lucia
Elephant Lake St. Lucia
Elephant Lake
St Lucia Lodge Hotel
St Lucia Lodge St. Lucia
St Lucia Lodge Hotel St. Lucia

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around St Lucia Lodge?

This hotel is located in St. Lucia within a short 10-minute walk of The Gallery-St Lucia. You'll also find St. Lucia Estuary Beach and iSimangaliso Wetland Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at St Lucia Lodge?

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

Does St Lucia Lodge feature a casino at the property?

No, St Lucia Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at St Lucia Lodge?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at St Lucia Lodge?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and proposal/romance packages.

Are there hot tubs at St Lucia Lodge?

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

Does St Lucia Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

St Lucia Lodge offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does St Lucia Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at St Lucia Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at St Lucia Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at St Lucia Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at St Lucia Lodge comes with a balcony with some featuring garden views.

St Lucia Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jabulani

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

Otherwise all in all it was okay

The hotel was okay the only issue was: They did not adhere to my request which was to combine the single beds into one. I had to complain about it and it was attended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

LINHUA

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Easy access to hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Tafadzwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Aaron

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

Nice little spot for short stay

It was a perfect hotel for our quick one night stay. Very friendly, clean room nice breakfast all we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Acceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Just off the main road so well located for local restaurants. Not much on-site parking. Rooms open either on to the swimming pool or a garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Amelia

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

Elephant Lake Inn Fri 28 - Sun 30 April 2017

Good clean and friendly service Just needs WiFi in rooms.

10/10 Excellent

Bobby, West Sussex, UK

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

Will definitely return to this hotel next year.

Highly recommended. Hotel staff were friendly, helpful and polite. The room was great with air con. The staff refilled the complimentary in room coffee. Fresh bedding everyday. If you ask me this should not be a three star hotel. I give it five stars and I will definitely be returning next year.

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service
Small rooms, no fridge and wifi only in the lobby. Was a more affordable option in the area staff was nice and breakfast was good. We could walk to restaurants and shops easily.

8/10 Good

Robin, Johannesburg

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

Last minute stay - very accommodating

Great little place for a short stay. Very affordable price. Comfortable rooms. Pool access. Good breakfast included. Friendly staff. Definitely worth stopping at if in need of somewhere to stay in St Lucia whilst exploring surrounds.

6/10 Okay

Ian, Hale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stopped 1 night whilst on safari, perfectly adequate Shame the pool isn't maintained Handy for all St Lucia bars, shops & restaurants.

8/10 Good

Sivuyile, KZN

Liked: Staff & service

Nice hotel

its have only one entrance to rooms, good breakfast and great staff

6/10 Okay

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

8/10 Good

Nokuthula, Durban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay was great.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Not so "Best Price"

Elephant Lake Inn was fine. Standard package tour accommodation with TV (few channels, no news) tea facilities and amenities. Unfortunately no fridge. Decent Wifi in lobby, though Hotels.com had it listed as in room. Only actual complaint is regarding Hortels. com price guarantee. Upon check-in, the hotel had us listed as Expedia clients with a nightly rate of 630 ZAR including breakfast. Hotels.com "Best Price Guarantee" price was 770 ZAR, a whopping 140ZAR per night difference.

10/10 Excellent

Ashraf F, Durban

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

Elephant Lake Inn

The inn is in a good location, just around the corner from the eating places. Rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff were great and the breakfast was lovely. For a supposedly 3star rating it was excellent. I will definitely go back again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

4/10 Poor

Matt, Zululand

Disliked: Room comfort

Not Quite what we expected

Nothing to write home about.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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

6/10 Okay

Hans Peter

Disliked: Room comfort

Soso lala hotel

Die unterkunft recht laut von familien mit vielen kindern.hellhörig.zu teuer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Canada, Ste Sophie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La gentillesse du personnel le petit dejeuner et la proprete
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

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

Bon rapport qualité prix. Très bien placé

Hôtel bien placé. Personnel charmant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019