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Reviews of Chrislin African Lodge

Valentine Road, 6105 Addo, South Africa

#13 of 21 hotels in Addo

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 134 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    6.1

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Valencia Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast and food in the restaurant were very good. The lodge has charm and we felt very comfortable. The Addo Elephant Park is only a few kilometres away. Safaris are also offered from the lodge. The lodge is highly recommended.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    10
    Great stay, perfect place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Sunset King or Twin Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great host, many thanks.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    10
    wonderful thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights

    excellent, lovely staff, so helpful and willing to help in any way

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    Great staff, lovely place to stay and not far from Addo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast was tasty, and we decided first night to have dinner there. This too was tasty. It's not far from Addo Park or two nearby restaurants, but frankly the dinner at Chrislin was better value.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Orchard Bungalow with Twin Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We received a warm welcome and a tour around the vast property. Our cute rondavel had everything we needed including aircon which is much appreciated in Summer. The property has a generator, so load shedding is not an issue. The beds are comfy. We were spoilt with yummy breakfast options and the highlight was the creative and changing dinner menu which appeared each morning. Guests pour over it to select their favourite option for dinner. It is a real bonus to have a such a high standard restaurant onsite. Compliments to the inhouse chef! We enjoyed a morning around the pool and met fellow guests. Lunches served to the larpa are a treat too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    9.0
    Must stay when visiting Addo
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The big spider in our cabin (but that’s part of nature right ;)). Dinner and lunch were ok

    The cabin was really nicely decorated. The staff was nice, and the lodge is located really close to Addo Park. Nice breakfast as well! On hot days there’s a pool to cool down!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    10
    Elephants, rhinos, lions, zebras, hippos, crocodiles
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Valencia Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    We had a wonderful 2 night stay here. Great value, not far from Addo elephant park. We booked a safari with Crisscross and the were amazing too. Evening meals were cooked fresh and reasonably priced. Super pool area to to relax after a hot day on safari Would definitely recommend a stay here. Staff were so friendly and polite

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Orchard Bungalow with King Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Possibility of dinner within the premises, very helpful. Swimming pool and garden excellents.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    9.0
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was so beautiful. Fits the African theme so well. Enjoy the pool. And breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    10
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Valencia Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There was a family with a young child that screamed a lot, and this was unpleasant for other patrons. I know you have no control over this but perhaps getting their meals out much quicker than you did would enable them to leave earlier and get their children to bed.

    Breakfast and dinner meals were excellent. Presentation was awesome. We enjoyed sitting around the boma and stargazing. just a pity the rain spoilt other evenings sitting round the fire. Our room was comfortable and clean. The fan was a saver to keep us cool. The gardens were well kept with abundant bird life. The pool area is lovely.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sunset King or Twin Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Chrislin is a beautiful hideaway just 15 min outside the Addo Main Gate. Staff and owners went out of their way to help and the welcome was very warm. Dinner and breakfast were delicious!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Valencia Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Same breakfast everyday

    N/A

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Verry friendly staff. Perfect swimming pool and everything well maintained. Diner and breakfast was absolutely amazing. They even made a breakfast package for our early selfdrive in addo elephant park. Advising beforehand a safe travel road to the accommodation was an example of good customer service.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    8.0
    Lovely host, Nice dinner. Overall we had a great time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast more variety would be nice 7 - 9:00 is too short. We felt rushed

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No WiFi access in rooms, only in communal areas, but this is a really minor detail as we had a fantastic time thank you!

    Brilliant staff, no load shedding, great proximity to Addo, delicious food, great facilities, really pretty surroundings, and peaceful.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Valencia Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a paradise! We got a cottage, very cosy. They booked a safari on our request and that was fantastic. We ate there two days, food is decent not special. Service is great!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    10
    wonderful value for the money and wonderfully near Addo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Orchard Bungalow with King Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was all perfect

    Everything went extremely well. The pool is delightful with excellent shaded and sunny areas and loungers. Breakfast was delicious

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    9.0
    Peaceful and enchanting
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Sunset King or Twin Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road works nearby and the road was churned up by recent rains.

    Very well run, friendly team.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Orchard Bungalow with King Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn't expect to be in the middle of acres and acres of industrious orange/citrus plantations. Addo village is also a total disappointment. Is just a service centre for plantation workers. There is nothing there.

    Right next to Addo NP. Lovely spacious orchard room, decorated in African style with very comfy bed, seating area and spacious bathroom. CrissCross full day Safari through Addo and Schotia was lovely, a nice day out and with a little luck you will get to see the lion pride in Schotia (we didn't).

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little cold but nothing unexepected

    Very beautiful and picturesque lodge. Food was excellent and acccomodate our vegeterian needs.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    most enjoyable, will go back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shower water pressure and heat could be better

    Well looked after, relaxing surrounding, easy to find, very nice meals and very accommodating staff

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

    9.0
    Unique comfortable environment very close to the ADDO elephant park.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Orchard Bungalow with King Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Wi-Fi was not working in the room.

    Great location and service. Unique environment. Comfortable sustainable room. Good breakfast.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2023

    10
    An excellent experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow with Queen Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The slippery road after a lot of rain but we were very glad for the rain.

    All the staff were excellent in service and helpful making it a very good experience!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2023

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Sunset King or Twin Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a great stay at Chrislin African Lodge. The stuff is very nice and we even got cake, cookies and siniging for my husbands birthday. And everybody was so nice with our kids. They even had a play area in the restaurant, and the playground on grass was loved, as well as the wonderful pool. The hut was very spacious and perfect for our family. To Addo Elefant Park it‘s a 15 min. drive. What we also loved… there‘s a supermarket not far away. We would definetely come again!

    Stayed in April 2023

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