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Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve

4.0 star property

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A stone fire pit in a grassy area with a house in the background.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a large window overlooking a scenic landscape.
A stone building with a thatched roof, a covered outdoor seating area, and a large tree in front.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with a striped blanket, a wooden wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors.
A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a high wooden ceiling.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kromrivier Valley, Paterson, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6130

Room options

View all photos for Main Lodge - Queen Room

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, and a dining table with breakfast items.

Main Lodge - Queen Room

  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Zebra Lodge - Queen Room

Zebra Lodge - Queen Room

  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a window, and a refrigerator.

Kudu Lodge - Queen Room

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains

Zebra Lodge - Family Room

  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a thatched roof.

Addo Mud Hut

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Addo

At Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve, you'll be 21.3 km (13.3 mi) from Olifantskop Pass Lookout and 33.7 km (20.9 mi) from Bushman Sands Golf Club. Highlights at this lodge include free breakfast (local cuisine), an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Addo lodge you'll find Addo Elephant National Park.
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Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 89 min drive

About this property

Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this lodge measures 753 square feet (70 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Addo lodge.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • 753 sq ft of conference space
  • 70 sq. m of conference space
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve offers 13 accommodations with blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (753 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:30 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
For any questions, please contact the property 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per night

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

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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Addo Palace
Addo Palace House
Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve Country House
Bush Palace Private Reserve Country House
Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve
Bush Palace Private Reserve
Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve Lodge
Bush Palace Private Reserve Lodge
Addo Bush Private Reserve Addo
Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve Addo
Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve Lodge
Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve Lodge Addo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve?

Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve?

Yep, Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve has a free self car park.

Does Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve have a pool?

Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve has an outdoor pool.

What makes Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve.

Is Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve is a hit with families.

Does Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve serve breakfast?

Sure does, free local cuisine brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve?

No, Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Addo Bush Palace Private Reserve Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Kiva paikka upeilla maisemilla ja ystävällisellä henkilökunnalla.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
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4/10 Poor

Juan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No es lo que venden en su pagina

Inadmisible que no haya toma corriente en las habitaciones imposible recargar baterías de cámaras o teléfonos El WiFi solo en recepción Comida y desayuno bien personal excelente Mantenimiento defectuoso
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

Amazing location and unique stay

Road is a bit bumpy to get there but wow well worth it if your looking for piece and unique experience. The food was nice but a little over priced i thought for such small amount of food. Otherwise amazing. Driving on the main road i saw just as many animals on the Addo land as what i did driving around it for 3 hours. Wish i'd stayed another day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Beautiful retreat

This is a one of a kind place - we had a magical time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Mike and Judy

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

Fantastic Food in the bush

We were very impressed with the dinner and breakfast that we had here.
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8/10 Good

wim

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

Prachtige lodge

De weg er naar toe is een zgn dirtroad maar toch echt ook heel goed te doen. Ik las in andere recencies dat de weg een probleem is maar dat is echt overdreven. Joanthan en zijn personeel doen hun uiterste best om het naar je zin te maken, geen moeite is teveel. Prijs kwaliteit is top. Een wandeling in de tuin is aan te raden, maar je kan makkelijk uren lopen en een beetje gevoel voor richting is makkelijk. Ik zal mijn vrienden deze plek aanraden.
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8/10 Good

Iselin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

God seng, fine rom og god mat

Vi hadde 1 overnatting her. Nydelig utsikt rett ut i "bushen". Veien til overnattingen er en såkalt "dirt road" og blir ekstrem glatt ved nedbør (obs!). Fine rom, får den gode african-feeling, men litt skuffet over renholdet. Dusjveggene var skitne og putetrekket hadde maskaraflekker. Angående putetrekket så kom de med nytt, dusjen kommenterte vi ikke på. Vi ble servert en nydelig 4 retters middag til en billig penge.
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6/10 Okay

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

No electricity in the mud hut...

It was a nice place in the middle of the bushes, had it been 2-3 stars, I wouldn't have complained. We were there with our parents and stayed in the mud hut. There were very few pics of the mud huts and there was no electricity nor wifi in the room! And our parents were shocked.. also the walk from the huts to the main building is relatively far (10 min walk?) I hope the hotel could be a bit better at pointing out the real condition of the rooms, which isn't really in the pictures and the rooms are definitely not 4 stars...
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6/10 Okay

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cons: Wi-Fi not working - hard to reach due to 15 km of untarred road - Management not very friendly Pros: Quiet area - good landscape - staff with local dances interesting
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8/10 Good

Marina

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

Lindo lugar

Tivemos que esperar bastante tempo no check in devido a um provável erro do Hotéis.com. Por sorte, havia um quarto disponível mesmo sem ter a reserva confirmada. O staff foi muito gentil a todo tempo. O quarto era muito bom mas poderia ter um frigobar. Tivemos que "emprestar" um espaço na geladeira do Hotel. Jantamos no local. A comida era ótima mas a quantidade por pessoa era muito pequena. O lugar é lindo! A decoração tbm. Os funcionários são muito simpáticos.
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6/10 Okay

CRAIG

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic type accommodation

Comfortable but far away from Addo and all amenities. No meal options. Staff extremely helpfull and friendly
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6/10 Okay

Lais

Disliked: Staff & service

Se informe sobre todos os detalhes do quarto.

Muito cuidado com os novos complexos do hotel. Não sabia nem que existiam, só fiquei sabendo na hora. Agora o hotel possui um novo complexo que não está finalizado, não tem acesso de carro nem iluminação ao redor. E os quartos não possuem energia elétrica. Além de ser bem longe da casa principal onde fica o restaurante.
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10/10 Excellent

Max

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

Traumunterkunft Nähe Nationalpark

Eine etwas längere Anreise "off the road" nach dem Besuch des Addo Nationalparks, die sich aber lohnt. Großzügig dimensioniertes Haupthaus, stilvoll eingerichtet. Die Zimmer sind geräumig, indidividuell gestaltet, ebenso geschmackvoll mit Liebe zum Detail.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Großartig

Eine wunderschöne Anlage im Nichts, das Personal ist herzlich, immer freundlich und sehr hilfsbereit. Die Zimmer sehr sauber, das Essen gut. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
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10/10 Excellent

Aina Irene

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

Ganske spesielt, verdt å prøve!!

Vi slet litt med å finne fram, den siste delen av veien var litt utfordrende på kvelden, men det var absoøutt verdt anstrengelsen. Stedet har en spesiell sjarme for de som søker noe annerledes. Meget hyggelig vertskap og betjening.
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10/10 Excellent

Kaja Dinesen

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

Det bedste ophold i Syd Afrika

Fantastisk ophold ude midt i den dejligste natur, selvom vi havde lidt dårligt vejr, formåede Jonathan og co. at gøre det til en vidunderlig oplevelse for os. Her er det muligt at se alle stjernerne på nattehimlen uden baggrundslys.
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Supernettes sehr aufmerksames Personal! Gerne wieder!
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8/10 Good

Kerstin

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

Einsam gelegene Lodge mit toller Atmosphere

Wer die Ruhe sucht ist hier genau richtig! Wir wurden sehr herzlich empfangen und toll bewirtet. Für die 200 Rand, die das Dinner kostet bekommt man ein 3-Gänge-Menü, welches den Preis wert ist. Die Lodge ist nur über eine Staubstraße zu erreichen also besser einen SUV oder Jeep bei der Mietwagenfirma nehmen.
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8/10 Good

Michael

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

Einsame Lodge unter dem Sternenhimmel

Wir hatten ein tolles Lastminute-Angebot, sehr schönes Zimmer, tolles Bad, wunderbares Ambiente. Der Name der Lodge täuscht, sie liegt 45 Minuten Fahrtzeit vom Addo Elephant Park entfernt, Sonnenuntergang beachten! Die Gastleute waren sehr hilfsbereit, dennoch hätten wir uns eine günstigere Alternative zum teuren Dinner gewünscht. Vielleicht würden dann auch mehr Gäste kommen. Wir waren mit 2 weiteren Leuten die einzigen Gäste in der einsamen Lodge.
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10/10 Excellent

Shael

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

That scenery!

Manager Jonathan is very friendly. Hotel is located in amazing location, however unless you're driving a 4x4/SUV, you should arrive from the east via Paterson, and either way you should do the drive in the day. The building is beautiful and the rooms are nicely decorated. The only reason I gave the comfort 4/5 was because the pillows were way too big for me and bent my neck too much. As the owner continues to develop the hotel to include zebra and other animals on the premises it will truly be an amazing gem of a small hotel.
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8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family of five exploring Western and Eastern Cape

We were on a family trip planning on visiting Addo elephant park. Too late to get any lodging in the park, we picked this. Possibly a little bit too far from the park and maybe not a four-star hotel, but still it was worth it to see something other of SA than CT and Garden Route. Also the hotel manager and his staff was very friendly and helpful. Arriving late makes (after darkness) make you question whether you are on the right road ... Also drive carefully - we met both one bok and a cow on the wrong side of the fence. The views around the place is stunning! We went out to morning jog whereof on the mornings we did uphill. If you have the time - do that (or walk up and see the view)!
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8/10 Good

Manfred

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

A place to relax

a beautiful and original house. Our room was spacious and comfortable. The way to Addo Palace, a bit difficult, especially if it rained also too far from Addo Elephant Park. However, we were greeted by Jonathan a friendly, helpful and all around the perfect host. Excellent breakfast as well as dinner.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy

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

8/10 Good

Demetrio

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