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#1 of 2 small hotels in St Lucia
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Turtle Bay Lodge offers bed and breakfast, and is the ideal beach and bush break-away, with a swimming pool and bar for our guests to enjoy after a day of exploring.
There are 7 bedrooms on suite and ample secure parking.
Situated in the beautiful town of St Lucia, amidst a world Heritage Site, with one of the largest estuaries in the world and an incredible range of wildlife species. The Lodge is just one kilometre from the estuary, and within walking distance from the town centre and 2.5km from the beach and the Isimangaliso Wetland Park. The area boasts of gorgeous beaches, coastal forests, rolling grasslands and game parks to explore in the region, and is situated in one of the largest estuaries in the world and is home to an incredible range of wildlife species, including hippos, crocodiles and a variety of bird and marine life. The town has a variety of restaurants and shops for your convenience. Your hosts, Jan and Fiona, will provide you with information and maps for the area. Check our availability for current SPECIALS!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Boating
Hiking
Children's television networks
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Outdoor dining area
Wine / champagne
Horseback riding
Snorkelling
Bicycle tours
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Karaoke
Highchairs available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
BBQ facilities
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
First aid kit
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
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Safe
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Microwave
Electric kettle
Walk-in shower
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Pool view
Bridal suite
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Charming
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, Dutch
Location
75Somewhat walkable
Grade: 75 out of 100
11Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
2Attractionswithin 0.5 km
95 Pelican Street, St Lucia 3936 South Africa
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We stayed at Turtle Bay Lodge with our three kids for only two nights, but is was fantastic! Jan and Fiona are very kind hosts and gave us a very warm welcome. The rooms are cosy and very clean. The breakfast was delicious and staff very kind. Fiona helped us with planning our activities to use our three days in St Lucia as efficient as we could. The day we left we did a very early game drive in Hluluwe and Fiona was there at 5:00 a.m. to say goodbye and offer us some coffee and muffins for our drive to Hluluwe. Turtle Bay Lodge is highly recommended!!
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Date of stay: August 2023
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This beautiful accommodation is absolutely delightful in every way. Fiona was so helpful, going above and beyond any expected service to make our stay a very, very special experience. We have been travelling around SA for a few weeks and our stay here was a real highlight! The attention to detail in Turtle Bay in terms of all furniture, furnishings and facilities was exceptional. Fiona and Jan and all of their lovely staff ensured that our comfort and enjoyment was their prime focus. We cannot thank them enough and would highly recommend this beautiful resort with its very special wild life.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The hosts are incredible. This is a lovely, lovely place to stay. It was quiet, clean, relaxing, peaceful - everything you could want. Really was a nice break - even our toddler (who is very busy) had a nice time and the hosts were very kind too him, even though the busy little hands would stress an owner out! Thank you for hosting us - we really enjoyed our stay.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Just of the main road, given great tips on where to go and what to do and personal advice to make our stay more special. Clean comfortable rooms, great tasty breakfast, deep sea fishing with whale spotting, all marvellous! Thoroughly enjoyed it.
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From our arrival Jan and Fiona made us extremely welcome. We were shown our room which was perfect for our needs. My son and I were extremely excited about the two days deep sea fishing we had booked on Ocean Commotion. We were greeted at 6am on our fishing morning with homemade muffins. On day one Stuart our expert skipper put us on the fish and we caught 4 lovely queen Mackerel as well as seeing dolphins! That night Jan cooked our fish for us which was amazing . The second day we caught Yellow Fin Tuna and saw at least 15 whales up close. That night did Us Sushi with the Tuna. The boat and the accommodation and most importantly the people were fantastic. Thank you from Richard, Karen and Tommy.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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If you are headed to St. Lucia, definitely try to stay at the Turtle Bay Lodge. The owners are friendly and helpful, and can assist with everything from a boxed breakfast for your game drive to reservations for a boat tour. The Lodge is clean and tidy, with a lovely bar and pool area. I am looking forward to a return trip!
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Response from Fiona Hofman, Owner at Turtle Bay Lodge
Responded 19 Jul 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back.
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The owners of Turtle Bay, Fiona and Jan were excellent hosts. They were very attentive, friendly and professional. The "honesty bar" located in the pool area is a great idea and in my humble opinion a very rare thing these days...
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The owners were very friendly and accommodating, we got all that we needed and more. Would visit again and recommend it to other people. The breakfast was lovely and it came on time, the rooms were nice and spacious. Everything we needed was in the rooms. I have no complaints.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 21 May 2023
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Hosts, Jan and Fiona Hofman, have created a wonderful guest experience at Turtle Bay Lodge. The amenities, care, cleanliness and little extras made the stay warm and welcoming. The Lodge offers fishing charters as well, that creates a package deal worth grabbing when in the St Lucia area.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 03 May 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We hope to see you again and glad that we could make your stay memorable.
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Fantastic accommodation and lovely hosts who went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Clean, comfortable - excellent value. Close but not too close to the town centre. If/when we return to St Lucia this is where we will stay.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Room Tip: All the rooms are well furnished and three have direct access to the swimming pool.
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PRICE RANGE
US$73 - US$85 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaKwaZulu-NatalSt Lucia
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Frequently Asked Questions about Turtle Bay Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Turtle Bay Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Amala Massage & Gifts (0.2 km) and Cape Vidal Lighthouse (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Turtle Bay Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Turtle Bay Lodge?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, blackout curtains, and a pool view.
What food & drink options are available at Turtle Bay Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, a lounge, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Turtle Bay Lodge?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Turtle Bay Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Reef and Dune, KAUAI St Lucia, and Greco.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Turtle Bay Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Turtle Bay Lodge located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of St Lucia.
Are any cleaning services offered at Turtle Bay Lodge?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Turtle Bay Lodge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Turtle Bay Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Dutch, and Afrikaans.