About this property
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. The hotel has 2 levels and each air-conditioned room comes either with balcony or a patio and offers views of the St Lucia Estuary. The rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, tea-and-coffee making facilities, satellite TV and en-suite bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries. Other facilities at Elephant Lake Hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge. Free parking is available. Guests can book various activities via the in-house safari company, Go Safaris, including hippo and crocodile tours on the St Lucia Estuary, and safaris into both the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and the Big 5 Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve. King Shaka International Airport is 211 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mpho
South Africa
“Location is great. Walking distance to nearby restaurants. Pool is very clean. Nice breakfast. Overall great experience. Bonus was the hippo 🦛 sighting 🤸🏽♀️🤸🏽♀️!!!” - Mkhize
South Africa
“Your breakfast was very nice and your friendly waitresses and chef” - Seema
South Africa
“The location was great, we were able to access the game parks, Isimangaliso Wetlands, Cape Vidal and St. Lucia beaches. The staff at the hotel were friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean.” - Kwanele
South Africa
“The staff were friendly and they were very accommodating as an outside visitor. I had forgotten some items at the hotel and they were returned safely to me.” - Ane
South Africa
“The hotel is designed to give a relaxing vibe, which I enjoyed. The breakfast was great. My room was overlooking the swimming pool.” - Geraldine
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was really good! Receptionists were friendly and very informative. Our room was very clean and the linen and bed were very comfortable.” - Mahlinza
South Africa
“The view was excellent we really enjoyed and the breakfast was delicious and excellent presentation. Keep it up” - Louise
United Kingdom
“Great location. Good size, very clean rooms. Cheerful, helpful staff. Have already recommended.” - Mzwakhe
South Africa
“The rooms and the treatment received from the staff.” - Alan
United Kingdom
“Very easy to book. Advertised details were accurate.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Hippo Steakhouse
- CuisineAfrican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Elephant Lake Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.