Elephant Lake Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk

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November 2025

December 2025

Twin Room, Interleading | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, WiFi

Standard Room, First Floor | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, WiFi

Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Located near St. Lucia Estuary Beach, Elephant Lake Hotel offers a rooftop terrace, garden, and outdoor pool. Families enjoy relaxation, ecotours, and a dedicated playground for children.

Good

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Bar
24/7 front desk
Pool
Housekeeping
Laundry

Room options

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Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Nov 1 - Nov 2

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1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, First Floor

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Separate bathtub and shower

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Rainfall showerhead

323 sq ft
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

Twin Room, Interleading

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

King Room, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King Room, First Floor

Very good

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King Room, Interleading

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, First Floor

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Private bathroom

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

258 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Basic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Air conditioning

LED TV

Separate bathtub and shower

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

323 sq ft
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

3 Mullett Street, St Lucia, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936

What's nearby

The Gallery-St Lucia - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 9 min drive - 2.9 km
Monzi Golf Club - 23 min drive - 18.9 km
Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint - 33 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

‪Reef & Dune - ‬1 min walk
‪Barraca - ‬3 min walk
‪Kauai - ‬2 min walk
‪St Lucia Coffee Shop - ‬2 min walk
‪The Ocean Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Elephant Lake Hotel

Family-friendly hotel near St. Lucia Estuary Beach

At Elephant Lake Hotel, you can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy ecotours at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
English breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and express check-out
Babysitting (surcharge), beach towels, and a TV in the lobby

Room features

All 56 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like desk chairs and safes.

More amenities include:

Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
32-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and childcare services

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Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

NT$2,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free offsite parking
Airport shuttle on request
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

Ecotours
Outdoor pool
Playground
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Outdoor pool
Playground

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Conference center (1,399 square feet of space)
Meeting room

Outdoors

Beach towels
Garden
In a national park
On a lake
Pool loungers
Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
No elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2006
Designated smoking areas
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Individual furnishings
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 100 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Elephant Lake Hotel St. Lucia

Elephant Lake St. Lucia

Elephant Lake Hotel

Elephant Lake Hotel Hotel

Elephant Lake Hotel St. Lucia

Elephant Lake Hotel Hotel St. Lucia

Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Lake Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Elephant Lake Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elephant Lake Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Elephant Lake Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Elephant Lake Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Elephant Lake Hotel located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from St. Lucia Estuary Beach and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Monzi Golf Club.

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Elephant Lake Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

P B

2022/3/31

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay. Comfortable, very quiet and good location.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

CS

2022/2/14

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Valentine’s

Great

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

2022/1/6

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

St Lucia vibes

Perfectly located !!! Rooms were spacious & clean & loved the pool layout.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Ndumiso

2022/1/1

Disliked: Staff & service

This hotel is in a great location but completely neglected and poorly managed: inadequate linen ( 2 towels per room); Aircons in a state of disrepair, no cappuccino machine, pool area not managed ( outsiders come to swim), restaurant almost non-existent.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Keshen

2021/12/28

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrendous!

Pathetic customer service! 45mins to check in, 30 minutes to check out. Manager is “too busy” to address any issues. Old, dilapidated hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

2021/10/17

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Service was very bad, no one attended us when we arrived we even took keys by ourselves because there was no one at reception and also when we checked out we just left the keys, there was no one. Cockroach in our room, it was not clean even the balcony. Breakfast was fine. No fridge. Overall we was so disappointed.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Koliwe

2021/6/21

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Fair - Wifi, damp, breakfast needs to improve

Wifi in the reception area only, not in the rooms. Staff not really friendly. We were sent to the right room and found it unbearably smelling of dump from the mat. We were given another room and it was better than the first, but it smells too. Breakfast can be nice but it was smaill portions. The hotel is nicely and centrally situated. We saw the hippos upclose. Great hotel and it can be upscaled easily. Nice swimming pool and gardens.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Lynette

2021/4/6

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place, very convenient, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Would suggest a mini fridge in rooms though.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Kriben

2021/3/23

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

nhappy

Upon arrival I was sent to a room that I have not paid for. After asking and telling the receptionist about this she had told me all other rooms are fully booked and they cannot do anything. I found this very frustrating as I did not get what I paid for. The room was a king size bed what I paid for but yet I was given two single beds.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Aviraj

2021/1/4

Liked: Cleanliness

Elephant Lake Hotel Review

Good stay but the hotel is not flexible with late checkout. Breakfast is not buffet and hence the service is slow during peak hours.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Lars-Olov

2020/2/15

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bra läge för utflykter och midagar på stadens olika restauranger.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

2020/2/12

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay. We were one of the lucky ones to to see a Hippo coming up to the swimming pool to drink water from the pool.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

2020/1/26

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I never stay tried to cancel no response. Very hard to contact you ir cancel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2019/10/12

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

WiFi wasn’t available throughout just in The main lobby so As a traveler it was challenging

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin

2019/9/30

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Stay

Very nice stay! The room was great, very nice location, close to some of the most beautiful beaches in South Africa! Definitely worthwhile.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

David, Kinshasa

2019/9/26

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable hotel in the center of St. Lucia. Good amenities and attractive grounds. Good option for a budget stay.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Robert

2019/9/21

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

Elephant Lake Hotel

While the hotel is well situated, our room was not particularly clean. The room/hotel could use some updating. WIFi does not work in the rooms but only in select places.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Thore

2019/8/8

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good, but upgrade with wifi in rooms.

Wifi in reception area only is not what you expect of a hotel and can easily be upscaled. Otherwise a nice experience.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarel

2019/8/5

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hippo’s on the lawn.

Best position in St Lucia. Saw Hippo’s on hotel grounds twice. Gardens and pool area make this one of the best options for a short stay. The rooms, although not huge, were serviced and kept neat and clean. Restaurant food compared with the best you will find in town. Portions were generous, and the service better than expected. Overall good value. Breakfast choices would satisfy most travelers. Wi-fi was slow, but adequate. We stayed in self- catering apartments in St Lucia previously, but this is without a doubt the best option for short stop-over. The highlight of our stay was seeing the hippo up close, grazing right next to the hotel pool.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Kenneth

2019/7/1

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Skønt sted

Skønt sted med aber og mangust i have, ja sågar en græssende flodhest af og til. God mad og skøn udsigt over Skt. Lucia søen i det fjerne, fra barens terrasse.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Anders

2019/6/30

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Medelhotell

Medelhotell med lite svajig surf på rummet. Bra i receptionen. Om man vill ha hjälp med att boka safari så går det bra. Påminner lite om ett amerikanskt motell.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Thembeka

2019/6/25

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Shower in the room wasn't working and we were not informed . Dining set up, not ideal. all else was good

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Yohan

2019/6/6

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bien pour St Lucie

Hotel sympa et bien placé. Niveau personnel c'est assez disparate, certains managers ne sont pas polis du tout et au contraire certains employés sont adorables! On a avait pris les deux petits déjeuners à emporter pour les safaris, on l'a eu que le premier jour car ils ont oublier le lendemain...

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Andrew

2019/4/28

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last 3 nights of the holiday

Nice 3-day stay, in a very comfortable, friendly hotel. Ideal location, by the river and a very short walk to the numerous restaurants in the small town. Good, spacious rooms, which are kept very clean, but without any wifi (which was only available in the restaurant, reception and the bar). Breakfast had plenty of options and the friendly staff were able to assist with any local suggestions. The hippo tour was a bit disappointing but we did see a couple come close to the hotel pool. We'd highly recommend a day up at Cape Vidal - fantastic place.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

2019/4/1

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hippo land

Excellent hotel ,, great location in a beautiful spot . Lovely safe main st ( McKenzie rd )to browse and shop

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

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Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

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Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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