Title: Ecca Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34928679&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ecca Lodge Travelers can enjoy spa treatments before heading out on safari adventures or simply unwinding by the river with its spectacular views ## Photo gallery for Ecca Lodge ![BBQ/picnic area - Ecca Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34930000/34928700/34928679/1576cb63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free minibar, in-room safe, bed sheets - Ecca Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34930000/34928700/34928679/f361dd9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Ecca Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34930000/34928700/34928679/c509338a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Quadruple Room - Ecca Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34930000/34928700/34928679/c71b089f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Ecca Lodge (Makhanda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34930000/34928700/34928679/1e8bf8c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ecca Lodge, a riverside retreat, offers wildlife views, a spa, on-site restaurant, and outdoor pool. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMakhanda-Hotels-Ecca-Lodge.h34928679.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMakhanda-Hotels-Ecca-Lodge.h34928679.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Makhanda, Ecca Lodge is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kwandwe Private Game Reserve and African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve, while Amazwi South African Museum of Literature and Albany Natural Science Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Makhanda travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Makhanda.dx6023940) [View more Guest houses in Makhanda](https://www.expedia.ca/Grahamstown-Guest-Houses.d6023940-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.14700%2C26.52495&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OaydETkNAZ_uSQZv-cU4pYopCis=) R67 Fort Brown, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6140 ### What's nearby - Kwandwe Private Game Reserve 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Rhodes University 53 min drive \- 49.6 km - 1820 Settlers National Monument 54 min drive \- 51.0 km - Settlers Garden 1820 54 min drive \- 51.0 km - Amazwi South African Museum of Literature 55 min drive \- 50.4 km ### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) 130 min drive ## About this property ### Ecca Lodge Luxury guesthouse by the river You can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a terrace, and an arcade/game room at Ecca Lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a detox wrap, a manicure/pedicure, or a body wrap. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also expect to find dry cleaning/laundry services. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A safari, smoke-free premises, and game drive on site - Outdoor furniture, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Ecca Lodge boast comforts such as free stocked minibars, in addition to amenities like safes. 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Detox wraps - Facials - Manicures/pedicures ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Free stocked minibar ### More - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child per adult, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Ecca Lodge Grahamstown Ecca Grahamstown Lodge Ecca Lodge Grahamstown Grahamstown Ecca Lodge Lodge Lodge Ecca Lodge Ecca Ecca Lodge Makhanda Ecca Lodge Guesthouse Ecca Lodge Guesthouse Makhanda ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Ecca Lodge have a pool? ### Is Ecca Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ecca Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Ecca Lodge? ### Where is Ecca Lodge located? ## Have a question? 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