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Elephant Lake Hotel

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8.1Excellent
(542 Ratings)
"Very accommodating staff...great hospitality and the hippo walking by my room in the evening..altogether a wo derful experience."
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8.1 / 10
Excellent(542 Ratings)

Hotel in KwaZulu-Natal

4-Star Hotel

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About this hotel

Located on the shores of the St Lucia Estuary within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Elephant Lake Hotel features a bar leading out onto a viewing deck, where hippos can be spotted.

Amenities

Business facilities
Concierge services
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Wheelchair accessible
Bar
Balcony/Terrace
Shared living spaces
Garden
Laundry services
Accessible Parking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Safe
Toilet with grab rails
Key access
Contactless check-in/out
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

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Nearby attractions

Rorke's Drift Museum
114 mi
Piet Retief Grave
69.5 mi
Isandlwana Visitors Centre and Museum
106.5 mi
Emakhosini
67.4 mi

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

8.1 / 10
Excellent(542 Ratings)
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9 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
Excellent location, right on the hippo path. Really helpful and friendly staff.
9 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
Comfortable room with views over the pool and very helpful/kind staff.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Very accommodating staff...great hospitality and the hippo walking by my room in the evening..altogether a wo derful experience.
6 / 10Average·Jun 2026
Good location
Reservation wasn't managed well, no room booked when we arrived and was asked to move rooms on the second day. TV wasn't working.
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FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Elephant Lake Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Elephant Lake Hotel. Enjoy the water!

Is Elephant Lake Hotel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Elephant Lake Hotel?

We found 23 amenities for this rental. This includes business facilities, concierge services, free parking, air conditioning, and pool.

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