A free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and ecotours at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
Addo is home to Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Addo Elephant National Park and Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives. Visit our Addo travel guide
Off R336 Addo, Outside Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6115
What's nearby
Addo Elephant National Park
33 min drive - 26.8 km
Addo Raptor and Reptile Centre
20 min drive - 17.5 km
Crisscross Adventures
21 min drive - 17.4 km
Botanical Reserve
22 min drive - 16.8 km
Kirkwood Golf Course
33 min drive - 32.1 km
Restaurants
Wine Bar
27 min drive
Lenmore
29 min drive
Africanos Inn, Bar, Grill & Barn Addo
22 min drive
Thirsty Herds Pub
31 min drive
Hazels Organic Country Kitchen
26 min drive
About this property
Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve
Luxury boutique lodge
Consider a stay at Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and ecotours at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and concierge services
Outdoor furniture, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Furnished balconies or patios, electric kettles, and heating
Does Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve?
As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve on Oct 26, 2026 start from CA $365, excluding 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 Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Does Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2000 per room applies.
Where is Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve located?
Situated in Addo, this luxury lodge is 13.4 mi (21.5 km) from Addo Elephant National Park and 24.2 mi (39 km) from Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hitgeheim Country Lodge & Eco Reserve Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.0
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9.4
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9.4
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ravi
Nov 24, 2024
Liked: Amenities
Excellent property great views !
They even wash your car.
Amazing stay we had. The service, the room, the view, everything is wow. I love the garden, it is so good.
The Service, I think, is the best one I've experienced so far. The staff even washed my car when I parked there. WOW
Thank you very much, Hitgeheim Country Lodge. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
K
Feb 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a wonderful stay at Hitgeheim Country Lodge. The road in is a little rough, but as it is an eco reserve, that is to be expected and part of the experience. The reward is the wildlife along the way, and we were lucky enough to encounter some zebras. We chose a room with a private pool, which was absolutely beautiful and made our stay feel extra special. We loved the port provided and enjoyed a delicious Taste of South Africa dinner in the restaurant. A lovely final touch was having our car washed on departure.
Beautiful views and staff very accommodateing! Had a wonderful experience at addo elephant park despite early morning rain! Would definitely tecommend you check them out!. Do pay attention to driving directions they send you. We did not and went on a rough road we did not meed to. Google sucks sometimes!
The staff here are on a par with global industry leaders. The service is considerate and attentive without harrassment. They are knowledgable, friendly and efficient. The food is fantastic and allows the experience of the culture. Accomodation was superb, views for miles. Cannot rate highly enough (I work in this industry so have experienced many top hotels, this is right up there but also offers excellent value for money)
A great place if you want to be 'off grid' for a bit. Lovely location and accommodation with great wide views. All the staff were very polite and nothing was too much trouble. Our evening meals were faultless. We are happy to recommend and hope to return again one day. We would suggest of if you are want to do a trip into Addo Elephant Park with the lodge, that you book in advance. However, we went on the trip with Schotia Game reserve which was very good, which the lodge can organise for you.
Wir waren vor sechs Monaten bereits für zwei Nächte in diesem Hotel und damals sehr zufrieden – das Personal war freundlich und das Essen wirklich gut.
Leider wurden wir bei unserem letzten Aufenthalt enttäuscht. Das Essen wirkte aufgewärmt und schmeckte entsprechend, auch das Frühstück war nicht frisch. Besonders schade war das Verhalten des Personals: Es wirkte unaufmerksam und eher lustlos.
Zusätzlich war unser Zimmer voller Insekten, was den Aufenthalt sehr unangenehm gemacht hat. Am zweiten Tag haben wir sogar auf das Frühstück verzichtet und sind direkt abgereist. Auf unser Feedback wurde kaum eingegangen, man hatte nicht das Gefühl, dass es jemanden interessiert.
Auch das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis stimmt aus unserer Sicht überhaupt nicht mehr. Die Preise sind massiv überteuert, selbst der Kaffee am Morgen kostet extra. Zudem gab es weder ein erfrischendes Getränk bei der Ankunft noch eine freundliche, herzliche Begrüßung.
Es ist wirklich enttäuschend zu sehen, wie sich die Qualität innerhalb von nur sechs Monaten so verschlechtert hat.
Wir können das Hotel daher leider nicht weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Kerstin Beate
Jan 24, 2026
Schöne Lage auf einem Bergrücken.
Zimmer mit Aussendische.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Richard
Nov 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Archie Hitge, der Eigentümer ist ausgezeichent und hat viel Emphatie für die Gäste.
Wikus als Manger ist auch sehr zu loben.
Unterkunft schön, durch die Hinweise auf der Website auch gut erreichbar.
Safari im Addo war problemlos über die Lodge zu buchen, es ist zu empfehlen dass ein paar Tage vor der Ankuft anzumelden. Guter Preis im Vergleich zu anderen Online Angeboten. Der Guide (Soul) war klasse.
Einziges Manko:
Wir sind am ersten Tag recht spät angekommen und hätten gerne noch etwas gegessen. Das Restaurant ist jedoch nur mit vorheriger Ankündigung offen, Menu muss vorab gebucht werden.
Daher mussten wir ohne Essen ins Bett, war aber eher unser Fehler.
In der Umgebung gab es keine anderen Restaurants. Nach Anbruch der Dunkelheit wollten wir aber auch garnicht mehr raus.
Très bel hôtel avec une vue magnifique sur la vallée avec des orangers.
Les chambres sont hyper spacieuses et cerise sur le gâteau, j ai retrouvé la voiture lavée le lendemain sans avoir rien demandé. Petit déjeuner excellent et personnel très attentionné y compris Archie le patron qui donne de bons conseils
En fantastisk vistelse med en enorm utsikt. Trevlig personal god frukost. Rummen stora och rustika. Rekommenderar detta boende i kombination med Safari. Vi kommer gärna tillbaka!!
The staff is friendly and helpful. The house we stayed in was spaces, beautiful and provided everything you need. You feel like a king in a castle. Breakfast and dinner
Beautiful place, relaxing with amazing nature around.
Rooms are large, comfortable, clean and has it all . Really enjoyed the place and the food.
Service was great, no complain..but a bit too much ( for someone who does not like to be king or Queen).
and it is at least 30-40 min. Drive to Addo.