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Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve

3.5 star property
Family-friendly lodge with free airport shuttle and bars/lounges
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Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Family Room
Interior
Ecotours

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
    Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
C\O N10 and Alicedale Turnoff, Paterson, Eastern Cape, 6130
  • Olifantskop Pass Lookout
    8 min drive
  • Shamwari Game Reserve
    15 min drive
  • Bucks Kloof Hiking Trail
    20 min drive

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Paterson

A family-friendly stay in Paterson awaits you at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve. You'll be 12.3 km (7.6 mi) from Shamwari Game Reserve and 33.9 km (21.1 mi) from Addo Elephant National Park. Highlights at this lodge include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a free airport shuttle. .Enjoy access to ecotours, hiking/biking trails and a playground. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Paterson lodge include Olifantskop Pass Lookout and Bushman Sands Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Olifantskop Pass Lookout - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Shamwari Game Reserve - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Bushman Sands Golf Club - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari - 29 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Amakhala Game Reserve - 32 min drive - 49.2 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paterson Café - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve

Family-friendly lodge with free airport shuttle and bars/lounges
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request).

This 3.5-star Paterson lodge is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2007
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve offers 4 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Espresso makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Spanish, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's dinnerware
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 5 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 100 per person, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Bicycle storage
  • Breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Partner property access
  • Self-parking
  • Shuttle service

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4.5 per cent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Olifantskop Lodge Paterson
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Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

What makes Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve on 5 Dec 2024 start from AU$355.44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare and a playground, as well as children's dinnerware and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve is a hit with families.

Does Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve serve breakfast?

Yep, free breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve?

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

Are pets allowed at Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve?

No, pets are not allowed.

Elephants Lodge - Bellevue Forest Reserve Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Yuliya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was left stranded outside the gate with no access no instructions. Gate would not open even though wr drove up to it. Phone lines dead. Had no option but to drive away feeling very sad and extremely dissapointed. Drove off into the dark desert looking for a last minute booking which ended up being 1.5 hours drive away. Management said no refund once they finally contacted us in a new telephone number that neither us or hotels.com had been provided with. Still waiting for some sort of apology for ruining the last night of our holiday
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gilboa

Great hospitality in a remote place
Loodt was very helpful. He suggested to pick us in the night from a nearby train station, on a short notice and with no extra payment. The staff were great and kept adapting to the young kids food request (great Lasagna!) The garden is a magnificent place for kids - lots of nice paths to run in between. The remoteness has its advantages -sky full of stars in the evening
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Katharina

Die Lodge liegt sehr schön,toller Ausblick, aber der ganze Ablauf ist noch verbesserungsfähig.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

ISABELLE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Đécevant
L'hotel est en cours de renovation. Malheureusement, nos 2 chambres ne l etaient pas encore ! Salle de bain minuscule avec toilette incluse. On nous a proposé de faire un petit tour dans la réserve en 4x4. Cela nous a été facturé 300 Rand soit env 18,50 euros par personne:pour 45 mn: tres cher pour voir 2 springboks. Globalement, tres décevant...il n'y a aucun intérêt à être hébergé dans cet hôtel car les safaris se font dans les réserves privées des environs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

FRANCOISE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
On vous propose une balade dans la reserve et surprise au checn out balade d1h facturee 300rand par personne. Excessif quand vous payez 328 a addo pour la journée. Repas du soir non inclus dans le prix avec hotel .com et facture 250 rand par personne. Pas d'animaux oj pej de vusible dsnw la eeserve. Tres decus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très beau site, chambres très agréables et bonne restauration.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Home away from Home
Als Highlight unserer Südafrika Reise haben wir uns den Addo National Park vorgenommen. Ausgangspunkt für uns war die Lodge. Wir würden sehr freundlich empfangen. Der Service war super. Die Gastfreundschaft war sehr angenehm. Die Zimmer sind sauber und sehr aufgeräumt. Die Matratzen sind gut. Das Inventar ist etwas älter, jedoch insgesamt sehr gut. Das Frühstück ist sehr familiär und ein guter Start in den Tag!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018