Hitgeheim Country Lodge
Off R336 Addo
About This Property
Luxurious Thatched Rooms with Scenic Views
Experience the ultimate comfort in our air-conditioned thatched rooms with balconies or patios overlooking the breathtaking scenery. Each room is equipped with a minibar and complimentary toiletries for your convenience.
Culinary Delights and Spectacular Dining
Indulge in a delectable English breakfast and savor traditional South African cuisine, including venison dishes and BBQs. Treat yourself to gourmet set-menus paired with a selection of wines while enjoying the stunning views from the terrace.
Outdoor Pool and Safari Adventures
Relax by the outdoor swimming pool or soak up the sun on the terrace with panoramic views of the valley. Embark on thrilling safari drives into Addo Elephant National Park or nearby game reserves like Schotia for an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Book now to immerse yourself in luxury and adventure at Hitgeheim Country Lodge.
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Very beautiful and well-maintained property on a hill. Great starting point for safaris. Delicious food and friendly staff.
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- • Very beautiful and well-maintained property on a hill. Great starting point for safaris. Delicious food and friendly staff.
Delightful, and I would gladly return and recommend to family and friends visiting Addo.
My room was an absolute delight, with a sitting room with a view over the valley—perfect for coffee in the morning sun. The staff could not have been more warm and welcoming, and accommodating. It was great to be able to walk within the eco-reserve, the food was delicious and generous, and I loved the Addo safari and picnic.
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- • My room was an absolute delight, with a sitting room with a view over the valley—perfect for coffee in the morning sun. The staff could not have been more warm and welcoming, and accommodating. It was great to be able to walk within the eco-reserve, the food was delicious and generous, and I loved the Addo safari and picnic.
👎 Disliked
- • The internet was spotty at times, but that may have been a silver lining: it forced disconnection and genuine relaxation.
The place is quiet and perfect for a romantic weekend. The view was also beautiful looking over the farmlands.
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- • The place is quiet and perfect for a romantic weekend. The view was also beautiful looking over the farmlands.
👎 Disliked
- • The route coming towards the lodge, but I believe it is something that will be attended to.
Best part of our 3 weeks in South Africa. I recommend a day at Addo Elephant reserve and Schotia reserve.
Beautiful setting, amazing staff, terrific game drives, very good food, room had amazing facilities with outstanding views. Saul was a great game drive. Owner and employees made our stay.
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- • Beautiful setting, amazing staff, terrific game drives, very good food, room had amazing facilities with outstanding views. Saul was a great game drive. Owner and employees made our stay.
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- • Nothing
Very good! Definitely do the safaris!
The property was very beautiful. Had a great view and the rooms were spacious. We did the Addo Safari on the first day and then the Schotia Safari. Both were amazing and the guides were very nice. I would recommend doing both, they have a very different vibe. If there's only time for one safari, I would prefer Schotia, as the animals are closer and the chances of seeing the big 5 are greater. Breakfast was delicious. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
👍 Liked
- • The property was very beautiful. Had a great view and the rooms were spacious. We did the Addo Safari on the first day and then the Schotia Safari. Both were amazing and the guides were very nice. I would recommend doing both, they have a very different vibe. If there's only time for one safari, I would prefer Schotia, as the animals are closer and the chances of seeing the big 5 are greater. Breakfast was delicious. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
👎 Disliked
- • During breakfast, coffee and tea were included, I ordered a cocoa. Only at the end of the trip was I told it was not included and I had to pay for it... Also, there were many animals, spiders, geckos, beetles, snakes, etc. in the room. Given the location of the lodge, this is normal. The way to the lodge leads over a gravel road, but we could see turtles, etc., on it.
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Very very beautiful location and clean, we had a great safari in the Addo Elephant National Park booked through the hotel and we had a top driver.
👍 Liked
- • Very very beautiful location and clean, we had a great safari in the Addo Elephant National Park booked through the hotel and we had a top driver.
👎 Disliked
- • The hotel overall appears very traditional and somewhat stiff. Particularly the restaurant concept took some getting used to: fixed table arrangement, serving together for all guests, and little flexibility. Upon arrival, you had to immediately choose a menu, which seemed rather uncomfortable and somewhat forced. Since there are hardly any alternatives in the area, you are practically dependent on half board. The first evening with a set menu and the quiet atmosphere was overall rather strange, other guests also seemed surprised by it. In addition, not all dishes could be eaten, making the concept even more inflexible. The barbecue on the second evening, on the other hand, was much more relaxed and overall more pleasant. The rooms were comfortable but quite dark. Overall, the hotel is very 'old school,' which is a matter of taste.
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