Hitgeheim Country Lodge

We had a two night stay in Hitgeheim lodge. I can fully recommend this place. Very nice and polite service, lovely clean rooms with a stunning view over the beautiful countryside.

Owner was really rude. Went to check out the room, and was asked how we got inside. But in a very rude manner. Not even a hi or hello. Felt so unwelcome me and my husband just left. Could really feel the "warmth" of your welcome. Such a snob. Sorry but not sorry.

There are no words to describe the enjoyable stay we had at Hitgeheim, but I'll try. Spacious, comfortable rooms with en-suite bathroom. Fantastic out door shower overlooking the Sundays River Valley. Delicious food. Staff assistance and service of the best. A very fond memory was taken home. 👍👊😃 compliments to all staff at Hitgeheim.

Positives: - Staff very nice & forthcoming - The modern rooms are nice & great view (the ones shown on the pictures) - generally nice view Improvements: - Our stay started with the hotel shuttle to the hotel and the owner picking us up with a 35y old Mercedes, then driving through a big township. We didnt feel very safe. The Hotel charges 100 Euros for this 1h Drive, and a normal VW Bus is available - A lot of things like furniture etc a bit outdated and colonial for a 5 star hotel - Food: Dinner is a set 4 course menu and feels like good homecooking but certainly Not Restaurant quality, particularly for the price (550 Rand pP!!) for that you get much better in tourist places. Lunch (small wrap and salad) cost 230 Rand and is mediocre. The only free food is the breakfast but way below 5 star, rather 3 star Hotel - First we were assigned a room we actually didnt book (judging By the pictures), which was very old fashioned, dark and Not nice and smelled like our grandparents lived there. Only after asking we got what we booked - The place is quite off and they close at night (only hotel that does that even in a remote location), hence your completely reliant on the hotel for food etc - We feel the owner is taking advantage of that Situation with the high charges on food, Airport shuttle etc. - Owner is generally bit dubiuos and claims that everything is the best, even told us the tap water is fine to drink, but staff tells you the opposite. We had bad tommies for 2 days If the owner wasnt so dubios, food was better and things not overpriced plus getting what you booked the place would be quite nice, staff and the renovated rooms plus Location certainly are

Very eclectic colonial feel. Large bedroom suites and public areas with great views over the valley to Addo. View slightly spoiled by a few farms with plastic sheeting. Breakfast was excellent, however, evening meal more like good home cooking rather than fine dining. Picking small faults here but it is classed as five star and quite pricey. Soup course was luke warm, prawns were hard and a tomato & mozzarella salad was tiny & tasteless. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Had a small problem with the water in the room which was quickly resolved. Arranged an excellent safari through the hotel to Addo. Best to drive to the hotel from the Addo side. The road is rough but only takes about 5 mins to the hotel. The other approach is rough but about 30 mins.

I cannot speak highly enough about Hitgeheim, our stay was incredible. The location was gorgeous, the food was excellent, and the staff were extremely kind, professional, and helpful. Martha and Edwin went above and beyond to ensure that we had everything we needed at all times. We also had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know the owner, Archie. His passion and dedication to Hitgeheim, his staff, the animals, and the surrounding land were evident within moments of speaking to him. The Schotia safari is a must!

What a marvelous place. A beautiful room in beautiful nature. Friendly and attentive service. The food was excellent at every meal. What more could you ask for?

Great, friendly, professional service. Enjoyed a delicious dinner (kudu fillet) & a beautiful breakfast. Guided tour to Addo was great. Our guide (Saul) was great, got us close up with the elephants. Everything beautiful, neat, clean and provided for (every little detail). Staff very friendly and helpful. We felt so welcomed and taken care of. Our car was even washed as a courtesy service. 5 star service and accommodation. We really enjoyed our stay.