Tsitsikhaya Lodge
24 Fynbos Street, Storms River, Tsitsikamma National Park 6308 South Africa
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Tsitsikhaya Lodge offers comfortable ensuite airconditioned rooms, spacious gardens with Tsitsikamma Mountain views, a South African Cuisine in Highly Acclaimed Restaurant.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Express check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Car park
Public wifi
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Wine / champagne
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Room service
Safe
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Electric blanket
Complimentary toiletries
Seating area
Sofa
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Minibar
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Hair dryer
Room types
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to TGCSA - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.
HOTEL STYLE
Quaint
Quiet
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, Xhosa
Location
24 Fynbos Street, Storms River, Tsitsikamma National Park 6308 South Africa
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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I had a brief, but very enjoyable stay at Tsitsikahya Lodge. The food was delicious, the hospitality friendly, welcoming and helpful and the hot stone massage was deeply relaxing and restorative. I can highly recommend this as a a great value for money experience.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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The room was amazing and so clean and comfortable. Everyone was so helpful and went above and beyond - providing extra assistance where needed and really made a difference. The breakfast each morning was delicious and a great start to the day!
Overall, loved the place and looking forward to returning for a long weekend breakaway when possible.
Overall, loved the place and looking forward to returning for a long weekend breakaway when possible.
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Date of stay: December 2020
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The staff couldn't have been more helpful if they'd tried! If you wanted a model for great service Claire and Megan and the rest of the staff are the examples to follow! Nothing was too much trouble.
They prepared a BBQ for us when my little boy asked for a fire, they facilitated everything we could ask for and more.
This accommodation was a delight to stay at and made exceptional by some of the friendliest and most helpful staff I've met!
We'd highly recommend this stay to everyone!
They prepared a BBQ for us when my little boy asked for a fire, they facilitated everything we could ask for and more.
This accommodation was a delight to stay at and made exceptional by some of the friendliest and most helpful staff I've met!
We'd highly recommend this stay to everyone!
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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We would like to express our huge and utter disappointment at the fact that your establishment “UPGRADED” us to a “cottage in the garden”.
To our dismay when we got to the “Glorified Shack” we were shocked!!
We had originally booked the Essendorf which we saw on booking.com and it was the last room available, but decided to call directly as we know most establishments prefer this mode of booking.
Upon arrival we were told that we were upgraded to a better room and a Happy New Year gift from your establishment.Well we could not believe that this is what was presented to us. We were then told that the room we originally booked was taken, which we then figured at breakfast the next morning the group wanted to be together so why not throw us into the bush or the people had booked the shed and saw it was insane to be so far out and having to live in the state it is in. (well we spent 3 nights there) with no TV, it was not working, bins were not emptied for us. Nothing!
We then proceeded to make up our minds and terminate the thought of staying in that shack and enjoy the area as we intended too.
I tried to book a spa treatment for my wife which she was looking forward to and again, no spa available.
We then noticed that there were a swarm bees in the timber on the “Veranda” which then meant we could not sit on the “veranda”
Hano then got them to come and smoke them out which meant our days there we could not open doors or windows for fear of bees coming in and us being stung
To our dismay when we got to the “Glorified Shack” we were shocked!!
We had originally booked the Essendorf which we saw on booking.com and it was the last room available, but decided to call directly as we know most establishments prefer this mode of booking.
Upon arrival we were told that we were upgraded to a better room and a Happy New Year gift from your establishment.Well we could not believe that this is what was presented to us. We were then told that the room we originally booked was taken, which we then figured at breakfast the next morning the group wanted to be together so why not throw us into the bush or the people had booked the shed and saw it was insane to be so far out and having to live in the state it is in. (well we spent 3 nights there) with no TV, it was not working, bins were not emptied for us. Nothing!
We then proceeded to make up our minds and terminate the thought of staying in that shack and enjoy the area as we intended too.
I tried to book a spa treatment for my wife which she was looking forward to and again, no spa available.
We then noticed that there were a swarm bees in the timber on the “Veranda” which then meant we could not sit on the “veranda”
Hano then got them to come and smoke them out which meant our days there we could not open doors or windows for fear of bees coming in and us being stung
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from WagenerHano, General Manager at Tsitsikhaya Lodge
Responded 15 Jan 2020
Dear Chantelle Thank you so much for taking your time to share your experience with us. We are disappointed that our Candle Cottage did not meet your expectations. As per the email correspondence between ourselves, we have investigated the matter and have responded to you accordingly. We wish to apologise once again for the inconvenience you experienced and hope that this will not deter you from visiting our beautiful Tsitsikamma in the future. Trust all finds you well. Kind Regards
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For an 8th Anniversary
Never were we informed that cottage rooms aren't connected to the generator, while other rooms are connected.
On Friday, 18th November at about 16h20, returning from a day's nice activities, the room was never touched nor any kind of refreshing you can think of.
The place is not even close to giving value for money.
Tsitsikama, is the place to go but not Tsitsikhaya as an accommodation of choice.
Never were we informed that cottage rooms aren't connected to the generator, while other rooms are connected.
On Friday, 18th November at about 16h20, returning from a day's nice activities, the room was never touched nor any kind of refreshing you can think of.
The place is not even close to giving value for money.
Tsitsikama, is the place to go but not Tsitsikhaya as an accommodation of choice.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Nice spacious rooms, Lovely surroundings, lots to see and do in Tsitsikamma overall. Very friendly and helpful staff, big variety on their breakfast menu that is well planned; Really good accommodation with spacious rooms and bathrooms. They have aircon, bar fridge, DSTV, hairdryers, laundry service, a Lot of closet space, to name but a few. The Spa facilities are tucked away in the woods in a secluded spot; pool and braai facilities also available. Besides the low cost overall, this is truly a place worth staying over at!
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Date of stay: April 2022
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My stay at Tsitsikhaya lodge was amazing, It was a birthday vacation and i truly enjoyed it. Friendly stuff, nice big clean room, amazing breakfast. I will recommend Tsitsikhaya to friends and family.
The only tip i have is, they must at least have 1 heater in the room, cause it is cold now especially in the evenings, a fan heater would do. but otherwise, it was a lovely stay.
The only tip i have is, they must at least have 1 heater in the room, cause it is cold now especially in the evenings, a fan heater would do. but otherwise, it was a lovely stay.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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We stayed in the Waterbessie room and found this very noisy with the staff sitting in the office next door. Lucky no people enjoying the pub or stoep then it would have been worse. We were warmly greeted by Veronica and shown the room. No mention was made as to Eskom Load shedding times. The power went off at 4pm and we took a stroll down into the village. On our return the whole place was locked up and not a soul in sight. I thought this odd. The power eventually came back on at around 7pm and on our return from dinner found there to be no water. I walked all around the property but no one. No file in the room with contact details etc. I eventually contacted Veronica and she stated the gardener was supposed to put the pump back on. After searching around I found him. Blow me down the power off the next morning and back on at 7 am and NO WATER again. I went to look for gardener and missing. One of the staff then happened to come in at the gate and she switched it on.
This i TOTALLY unacceptable that there is no night manager or a file with contact info in. I run a guest house in Calitzdorp and are shocked at how this place was managed.
Also the shower door is not working correctly, these things should be checked before the new guests arrive people!!!!
This i TOTALLY unacceptable that there is no night manager or a file with contact info in. I run a guest house in Calitzdorp and are shocked at how this place was managed.
Also the shower door is not working correctly, these things should be checked before the new guests arrive people!!!!
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Property located near the entrance to Tsitsikamma National Park
Availability and friendliness of the girl who welcomed us and the staff
Warm, spacious and clean room
Excellent and plentiful breakfast
We recommend dining at the property's restaurant, excellent dishes at a good price. Amazing ribs!
Availability and friendliness of the girl who welcomed us and the staff
Warm, spacious and clean room
Excellent and plentiful breakfast
We recommend dining at the property's restaurant, excellent dishes at a good price. Amazing ribs!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Met by Manager Hano on arrival.
Room excellent - clean and comfortable. Garden surrounds also added to feeling of well being.. Property close to village center so only short drive for supper. Vehicle parked off road on premises so pretty secure. Breakfast really excellent.. Will revisit on return trip. (which we did with same opinion)
Room excellent - clean and comfortable. Garden surrounds also added to feeling of well being.. Property close to village center so only short drive for supper. Vehicle parked off road on premises so pretty secure. Breakfast really excellent.. Will revisit on return trip. (which we did with same opinion)
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Date of stay: May 2021
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hi as i remeber they have both plugs. most of them southafricans, i am ptretty sure you can ask for adaptor in reception
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PRICE RANGE
R 1,498 - R 1,837 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
armagh country hotel
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Armagh Country Lodge Rafters & Spa
LOCATION
South AfricaEastern CapeTsitsikamma National ParkStorms River
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tsitsikhaya Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Horse Trails Stormsriver Mild2Wild Adventures (0.4 km), Storms River Arts & Crafts Centre (0.4 km), and Bitou Art Gallery (0.01 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Yes, free parking and a parking garage are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tsitrus Cafe, Marilyn's 60's Diner, and Taste Restaurant Tsitsikamma.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Tsitsikhaya Lodge located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Storms River.
Are any cleaning services offered at Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Tsitsikhaya Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Afrikaans, and Xhosa.