Prentice Kraal, Cockscomb Road, Greater Addo, 6105 Addo, South Africa
#9 of 21 hotels in Addo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 146 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 May 2024
Gerrie
South AfricaThe peace and quite away from the city noise and the walk with the animals
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Andrew
United KingdomNot knowing the bar prices in advance (although it was not expensive as it turns out)
Amazing location in a private reserve. Plenty of walking around the property. Very nice hosts and the food was excellent.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Norman
South AfricaToo many notices of “you are not allowed to”, which create the impression that the host wants to gain the most out of your visit, rightfully or wrongfully.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Amy
NorwayYou can’t go wrong here - beautiful nature with fantastic, safe walking opportunities. Home-cooked, traditional food which was such a treat! We absolutely loved our stay at Valley Bushveld Lodge.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Dougie
South AfricaIf it was only closer to Addo, the road from town is very poor.
Everything,good organisation from main gate to welcoming and check inn, room is better than expected.Owners are involved and hands on.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Gabriella
United StatesNothing: we loved the theme and our small room was perfect for our 1 night stay.
This is a lovely lodge that has a safari theme and is dedicated to giraffe game drives: do not miss this! They do not have wild animals so you can get off the safari vehicle and walk next to the giraffes!! That was such a highlight! The room was as advertised and the dinner we booked was very nourishing and good: but the giraffe drive was amazing!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Deirdre
New ZealandProperty is perfect, but just to notes that it is quite a long drive to Addo.
The giraffes… an absolute highlight! Game drive and walk with Kerneels. Also being able to walk in the reserve and see animals and birds. Big rooms, very comfortable. Lovely lounge and dining area. Great food. Lovely people.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Kim
GermanyNichts
We had an amazing stay. The dinner cooked by the hosts was incredible. It is a must to book the giraffe safari on the farm itself. This was an experience we will never forget. In addition, Vanessa was so lovely in giving us so many tips for the Addo park and a safari (incl. visit times, safe roads etc.)
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Amy
NorwayNothing…
Beautiful setting, lovely staff and fantastic dinners. A treat to be able to go for long walks in nature and happen upon wildlife.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Sophia
NetherlandsThe staff was friendly but not very personal (what we prefer, but that’s personal:)). The swimming pool is a bit small but nice to cool down.
The view and surrounding in the nature is very beautiful and relaxing. We visited the Addo Park from there, which is pretty close. The food was freshly prepared. We had a nice stay!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Jan-willem
NetherlandsThe location was stunning. We loved all the animals that live in the estate. The staff was exceptionally friendly and also really helped us with all our questions regarding our visit to the Addo Park. We also had breakfast and dinner at the location which I would highly recommend. The vegetarian option we took was very good. We also did a giraffe game drive at the lodge which was awesome. We got very close to the giraffes which was magical.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Susanne
GermanyNothing
Stunning location, great food, awesome game drive at the property and hosts who were more than friendly, helpful and welcoming. The drive to Addo is not that far. About 45 minutes. Can recommend this accommodation a 100%.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Betsie
South AfricaThe breakfast was excellent although the dinner was average and overpriced.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Dereck
CanadaAlways a pleasure staying at this lodge. Warm welcomes, cozy common area and fantastic meals are served for breakfast/dinner. Be sure to do a game drive while there.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Melina
GermanyThe food was not meant for vegans or gluten-free eaters, even if it looked like it would be not a big deal to leave diary aside and just have some good cooked vegetables. That was a little sad for one of us. I had to bring my own food for the whole stay and there was no fridge in the room. I think that’s important to know.
We really loved the location and the stuff was so nice. The view was perfect in the morning and the giraffe safari was really exceptional!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Max-hendrik
GermanyNice property, comfortable rooms and very friendly staff! Enjoyed the Giraffe Safari and both breakfast and dinner.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Gabriela
SwitzerlandBest lodge! So welcoming and friendly! Our room was a dream, with lots of nice African destsils. Dinner and breakfast were delicious! But most incredible are the giraffes! A safari with Kerneels is simply the best… you learn how to approach the giraffes etc. his enthusiasm after 17 years of being with giraffes is amazing and contagious. We want to come back!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Laura
ItalyStunning location and an exceptional service. The giraffe safari was the highlight of our trip!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Sandra
United KingdomThis property offers something very special, it has approx 15 resident giraffes, zebras, antelope. They offer er a drive in the evening to explore the farm and find the giraffes- we were able to get out of the vehicle and walk with the giraffes- what an incredible experience. Kerneel’s love of the wild life was clear to see. We sat in the cosy lodge a couple of times and Kerneel lit the log fire for us -Thank you for giving us such a wonderful experience and such a relaxing time.
This is an owner run lodge and I cannot speak highly enough. Their care and attention is second to none. We had a suite which is large and beautifully furnished. Comfortable beds, lovely linen, very spacious bathroom.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Winnefeld
South AfricaWe had the best service. Staff excellent and accommodating. They did not have my J&B the first day, but had it the second! That's what I call 👌 service. We had a super time.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Sjoerd
NetherlandsBeautiful property. Good food. Nice and helpful staff (helped us fix our car battery). 100% recommend doing the safari
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Marco
NetherlandsExcellent location, amazing animals and very friendly staff. Overall great experience!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Toni
United KingdomEverything
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Carsten
GermanyN/A
Friendly accommodation, excellent service!
Stayed in January 2024
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