Your home in the heart of St Lucia
Hippo Lodge.
A welcoming retreat where you can unwind and make yourself at home with the wonders of nature never far away
ABOUT US
Your home. Comfort comes naturally.
Hippo Lodge offers a welcoming, self-catering stay in a convenient location between St Lucia’s main street and the estuary.
There is plenty to discover so join our sister company ‘Go Safaris’ for wildlife adventures at the renowned Hluhluwe-Imfolozi park, see the big five, go on a night drive. or enjoy a sunset boat cruise on the estuary and see the namesake of the lodge and their neighbours the crocodiles.
If you are travelling as a couple, enjoying a family holiday or discovering the Elephant Coast on your own pace. Hippo Lodge awaits.
Stunning 4-star
Lodge
The hippo lodge is family-friendly offering a beautiful pool, communal braai and ample parking area for all guests with space for small trailers.
25 Rooms including family cottages sporting their own patio and private braai area situated at the banks of the St Lucia Estuary. often you might see hippos grazing in the garden at times.
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Standard Rooms.
A 2 sleeper room in either a king or double bed with a beautiful modern fully fitted kitchenette, with utensils, cutlery provided, tea/coffee station, & full ensuite. Fitted with air conditioning, cable tv (OpenView) & private patio.
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3 Sleeper Cottages.
The cottages can accommodate 3 people in a single room cottage, with either a king or double bed & and an extra single bed with a beautiful modern fully fitted kitchenette, with utensils, cutlery, tea/coffee making facilities provided, & full ensuite. Fitted with air conditioning, cable tv (OpenView) & private patio.
Wake Before the World Does
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Inter-Leading Rooms.
A 2 sleeper room interlinked as one with a beautiful modern fully fitted kitchenette, full en-suite, fitted with air conditioning, cable tv (OpenView) & private patio in each of the 2 rooms. Overlooking, with a birds-eye view, the beautiful St Lucia Estuary.
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Family Cottages.
Overlooking the beautiful St Lucia Estuary, our family rooms are big enough to accommodate up to 5 people. Having its own full kitchen and bathroom, which leads to its own private patio & braai area. Ideally situated on the banks of St Lucia Estuary, makes it a popular stay to see the hippo grazing in the garden.
ACTIVITIES
Adventure Awaits. Extraordinary Experiences.
Boat Cruises
Fishing Charters
Cultural Tours
Nature Walks
AUTHENTIC FOOD
The Meet&Eat Cafe
The Meet&Eat is part of the Hippo Lodge and situated on the main street, McKenzie Street, of the St Lucia Town. Established in February 2019, it has become popular with international and local guests, with its unique and bespoke menus option delivering an authentic taste of South African food.
A unique menu with a South African flair, the chefs at Meet&Eat is always experimenting to infuse new flavours and bring about new creations for you to explore.
Popular with the locals and international visitors are the pizza’s, burgers, salads & breakfast + coffee options, Meet&Eat offers the most delicious and artistically creative gourmet milkshakes. A real family-friendly environment with the introduction of our new kiddies menu the kids can join in on the dining experience.
Relax And Enjoy Your Rest
CONTACT US
Begin Your, African Story
Let our team craft the perfect itinerary across our three properties, or design a bespoke safari experience entirely your own.
- 70 McKenzie Street, St Lucia Estuary, St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- +27 (0) 35 590 1245
- info@hippolodgestlucia.co.za