Located in Addo, 47 km from Swartkops River, Orange Elephant Backpackers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and barbecue facilities. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. At the hostel, rooms are equipped with a desk. At Orange Elephant Backpackers each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is 62 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Addo

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Johannes
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Kaitlin is super friendly, supportive and knowledgable! We got a free upgrade because it was quite. We could use some pegs to dry our clothes on the washing line. It was just a 10 minute drive from the main entrance of Addo Elephant Park.
  • Lieke
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The owners are the best the best the best!! John & Caithlin are amazingly friendly and relax. Always time for a long chat about history, politics and society ;)). They even Invited me for a braai. Really down to earth backpacker place. Room was nice
  • Marius
    Germany Germany
    Super friendly hosts and perfectly located close to the Addo Elephant Park
  • Thomas
    Germany Germany
    John / Karen were incredibly good hosts. One of our group did have a major issue. John helped him in a great way. Thank yo so much for that.
  • Pinkdotbag
    France France
    This little gem of a place is such good value and so well-located and easy-to-find. The property is on the main road, just outside Addo village and only a 10 minute drive from Addo Elephant Park. The accommodation is all contained within the...
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Closeness to Addo NP & the pizza at the bar, lovely stuff ! All people at the hostel very nice and helpful.
  • Brent
    Australia Australia
    The hosts are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The room was huge and great value for money. Was a great experience going to their bar one night and meeting lots of interesting locals. If you are planning on visiting the Elephant park this is the...
  • Ania
    Austria Austria
    It was a sweet little accomodation with lovely dogs and a very comfortable bed
  • Paula
    Spain Spain
    Perfect to visit Addo Elephant Park. Just 5 min Drive From the main entrance. A shame that we didnt stay longer to explore the área. The accomodation was veeeery nice and welcoming. The room huge and a full equiped kitchen. And the owners,...
  • Jade
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Very beautiful place, awesome surroundings, very quiet and peaceful! Owners where very helpful with everything we needed. Gave us some raincoats when we were going to the restaurant nearby and gave us coffee as we forgot to bring some ourselves!...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Orange Elephant Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Game drives
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Tour desk
    • Laundry

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Orange Elephant Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 19:00
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroDiscoverBankcardCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    FAQs about Orange Elephant Backpackers

    • Orange Elephant Backpackers is 1.4 miles from the centre of Addo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Orange Elephant Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Orange Elephant Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Game drives
    • Check-in at Orange Elephant Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.