Hippo Lodge Apartments
70 Mckenzie Street, 3936 St Lucia, South Africa – Excellent location - show map
- Apartments
- Kitchen
- View
- Garden
- Swimming Pool
- BBQ facilities
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Free parking
Located adjacent to the Mangrove forests of the St Lucia Estuary, Hippo Lodge offers self-catering accommodation. Each apartment is equipped with a kitchenette, air-conditioning and select satellite TV channels. All units have a private bathroom with a shower. Hippo Lodge features a garden and barbecue facilities. The property can assist with booking hippo and crocodile boat tours. King Shaka International Airport is 212km away whilst Hluhluwe Game Reserve can be reached within a 40 minute drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
- Leamor
South Africa“Location was great being near all the shops and restaurants a walking distance.” - Marcello South Africa“Staff was amazing and was central to everything...”
Raymond
United Kingdom“The convenience of location to shops and restaurant on apartments grounds, apartment was spacious clean and cosy”
Managed by Hippo Lodge - St Lucia Estuary
Company information
Property information
Neighbourhood information
Languages spoken
Afrikaans,English,ZuluProperty surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Hippo Cafe
- CuisinePizza • Local • South African
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Facilities of Hippo Lodge ApartmentsGreat facilities! Review score, 8.3
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Street parking
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Socket near the bed
- Tile/marble floor
- Private entrance
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- Open all year
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Fence around pool
- Coffee house on site
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Game drivesAdditional charge
- Beach
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Inner courtyard view
- Pool view
- View
- Private apartment in building
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Children's playground
- Daily housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Key access
- Afrikaans
- English
- Zulu
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 900 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 39. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cash is not accepted
Hippo Lodge Apartments accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 20:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Hippo Lodge Apartments 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.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 20:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
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.
A damage deposit of ZAR 900 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Hippo Lodge Apartments
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Hippo Lodge Apartments has 1 restaurant:
- Hippo Cafe
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Check-in at Hippo Lodge Apartments is from 14:00, and check-out is until 00:00.
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The prices at Hippo Lodge Apartments may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, Hippo Lodge Apartments is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Hippo Lodge Apartments is 250 yards from the centre of St Lucia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Hippo Lodge Apartments offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Children's playground
- Snorkelling
- Fishing
- Swimming Pool
- Horse riding
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Game drives
