My colleagues and I have stayed at Elangeni literally since before it opened. Proprietors Haba and Chris are warm, welcoming, and the staff is friendly and helpful without being officious and annoying. The spacious, clean huts are fully air-con, most with TVs and all with mosquito nets (we go throughout the year and don't really need nets b/c of the... More

Haba and Chris made our stay extremely pleasant. That added with the 1st class accommodations in the heart of Africa made this a place I would recommend to my friends and family. If the Ritz and Four Seasons resports are overall a five star than this was a 4 star in those standards. If you are talking about bang for... More

The Elangeni Lodge was a wonderful place to stay! The rooms are truly beautiful and very comfortable. The food was delicious and I was pleased by all aspects of my stay there. One of the best parts was the staff's attention to detail and willingness to do whatever it takes to make it the best possible experience for everyone. I... More

Was very impressed by Elangeni Lodge and it's accommodations. This place is a hidden treasure. The open restaurant and bar area are picturesque as they open up to the large swimming pool area. There is a trampoline for the little ones and a t.v. in the restaurant, available to give the men their sports updates (esp. soccer/football!). The food was... More

The Elangeni Lodge is a real jewel. The property is beautiful, with nice open-air restaurant and inviting bar. The accommodations are first-class, especially the bathrooms, which have terrific showers and tubs. Best of all, the owner Chris, the manager Haba, and the entire staff are warm and attentive – they made sure our group’s every need was met. Elangeni is... More

we went to South Africa with a group of friends and, while we were in SA, stayed at Elangeni Lodge. It was a great place, with great staff, food, and amenities. Rooms were clean and freshly made each night. Chris, the owner, and Haba, the manager, will take care of anyting you need. They are very friendly and trustworthy. I... More

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Elangeni Lodge. We were there for work/pleasure. The lodge served as "home base" as it is fairly close to many of the areas we needed to get to during our one-week stay. The environment is pleasant, peaceful, and understated. The rooms, bath and linens are excellent. The best asset of the lodge is the... More