Lodge Afrique
71 Hornbill Street, St Lucia 3936 South Africa
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Lodge Afrique is a 4 star Guest House with eight free standing Luxurious Thatched Suites, each with full Afro/Victorian bathroom. Lodge Afrique can cater for up to 16 people at a time. The spacious and Luxurious Air-conditioned Suites with a Private outdoor shower leading off the patio, are situated in a Tropical garden with a Sparkling pool. All the suites are connected to the Central Lodge by a raised wooden deck pathway over the Beautiful Lush Garden. Mini fridge in all the rooms with satellite TV, coffee & Tea facilities and bathroom amenities and roof fans. Our aim is to make sure our guests are well looked after. Big 5 Game drives, hippo & croc tours on the Estuary, night safaris, snorkeling at Cape Vidal. Ocean safaris, deep sea fishing and spearfishing, horse riding. Whale & Turtle watching. We can make your dream holiday unforgettable. If you look for a bush & beach escape Lodge Afrique is the perfest base
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Hiking
Horseback riding
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Breakfast buffet
Special diet menus
Snorkelling
Fishing
Walking tours
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Safe
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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
Green
Residential Neighbourhood
Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, Zulu
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Somewhat walkable
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Beautiful lodge in St Lucia,
Very comfortable room, well decorated, with all the comfort you need in a lovely environment.
good breakfast, very friendly owner for a nice experience,
You ll also enjoy the visit of the monkeys in the morning :)
Really nice stay, thank you
Very comfortable room, well decorated, with all the comfort you need in a lovely environment.
good breakfast, very friendly owner for a nice experience,
You ll also enjoy the visit of the monkeys in the morning :)
Really nice stay, thank you
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Lindi van der Merwe, Owner at Lodge Afrique
Responded 01 May 2023
Good day , Thank you for the kind words and awesome review. It was our pleasure hosting you. Hope to see you back at the Lodge on your next trip to St Lucia. Keep Well and Safe Kind Regards Merle
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I had a short 2 night stay with Lodge Afrique. It was a wonderful experience. The location is quiet, 2 streets off the main McKenzie Street, but still close enough to be walkable. The Lodge itself is beautifully done, with the six rooms on either side of an amazing garden, that gives you the feeling of being in the middle of a rainforest. Rooms are lovely, and well maintained. The Host & Staff are extremely service oriented and go out of the way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. They will also advise yo of things to do in the area, and make reservations with various tour operators, and arrange for pickup from the hotel. Considering our dietary restrictions of Vegan & Gluten Free, they went out of their way to still offer a fantastic breakfast. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Response from Lindi van der Merwe, Owner at Lodge Afrique
Responded 16 Aug 2021
Good day Ankur Thank you very much for your valued feedback Ankur and of course most importantly your stay. It is always a pleasure to meet lovely people Hope to see you again. Warm greetings Zama
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Lodge Afrique is a small hotel with 8 separate attractive thatched ensuite rooms set in an atmospheric garden which belied the fact that you were in St Lucia town. The rooms were comfortable, clean and well equipped. The lodge was awash with interesting artifacts which gave the place a real charm. Breakfast was well presented and nice (no evening menu was offered). The real star is the Manager Esmerie who could not have been more caring and helpful to us, as my wife had broken her ankle a few days earlier. The support Esmerie gave us in the face of a difficult time was very much appreciated. Many thanks.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from TeamAfrique, Manager at Lodge Afrique
Responded 04 Feb 2020
Thank you for you kind comments John. We really value you our guest and our aim is to make sure our guests are well looked after. We wish your wife speedy recovery. Kind greetings from all of us at Lodge Afrique Esmerie & Team
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We had the most incredible holiday in St Lucia, staying at Lodge Afrique. Lodge Afrique is an oasis, with the most lush sub-tropical garden, beautifully designed and decorated rooms (all set in the garden), and a team of people who went out of their way to make our stay memorable. Nothing was too much trouble, from organising wonderful local trips to adapting to the Covid lockdown which meant we had to eat our takeouts at the Lodge, to procuring local fresh tuna for us. Merle and Zama and owner Lindie went out of their way to make it special and comfortable for us. The breakfasts were innovative and sensational too. A definite must to come back to. And of course the area around St Lucia is spectacular too, combining the best of beach and bush. Thank you!
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Room Tip:Â All the rooms are beautiful
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Response from Lindi van der Merwe, Owner at Lodge Afrique
Responded 04 Aug 2021
Good Day thank for wonderful review, we enjoy to spend the time with you. and we looking forward to meet you again stay health and safe best regards Zama
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At Lodge Afrique the rooms are comfortable, the breakfasts wonderful and the staff are helpful. It is small, only 8 detached, thatched huts making for a quiet, relaxing stay. Each room has a outside seating area, ideal for reading or contemplating in peace.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from TeamAfrique, Manager at Lodge Afrique
Responded 26 Feb 2020
Dear Guest, We really value You our guest and we are so pleased to hear that you enjoy your stay at Lodge Afrique I will inform all the staff of your review and your compliments as they mean a lot to all of us at the lodge Thank you for visiting us Greetings from a sunny St Lucia Esmerie & Team
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The most amazing place, Lodge Afrique! My daughter and I spent a wonderful 9 days there and from the moment you enter the premises till you leave, you are made to feel so welcome. When you arrive you are greeted with a welcome drink, they offer to help you bring you luggage to your room, and the room! Absolutely beautiful and clean! The staff are the best, Merle and Zama make you feel right at home, actually even better than home. They spoilt my daughter with breakfast when they found out that she loves pancakes, then it was pancakes every morning for her. The breakfasts are delicious and beautifully presented. We are supposed to be going somewhere else in December but those plans have been cancelled and we will definitely be going back to Lodge Afrique! It is one of the best holidays we have had!! Thank you Merle, Zama and ladies, you guys are amazing!!
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Date of stay: September 2021
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Response from Lindi van der Merwe, Owner at Lodge Afrique
Responded 06 Oct 2021
Good Day Sarah, Thank you for the awesome review, it was great to host you and your daughter. So excited to be welcoming you back in December. Be safe and see you soon. Regards Merle
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We spent three nights in this lovely hotel. The detail that goes into making one’s stay memorable is impressive. The welcome and help offered by Esmarie goes well beyond superb. The breakfast prepared by the ladies in the kitchen is not only tasty but beautifully presented. The grounds are imaginatively planted and well maintained and the lodges superbly kitted out.
St Lucia has plenty to do, justifying a few days’ stay. If you’re going, seek out Lodge Afrique.
St Lucia has plenty to do, justifying a few days’ stay. If you’re going, seek out Lodge Afrique.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from TeamAfrique, Manager at Lodge Afrique
Responded 26 Feb 2020
Good day Peter Team Lodge Afrique thank you for your complimentary review. It is really special having our guests leaves the lodge with such amazing comments. We truly do pride ourselves in the service we provide and I am happy that it has shown through your review. Warm greetings from all of us at Lodge Afrique Esmerie & Team
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We spend in March 2020 4 days at Lodge Afrique and all our expections have been exeeded.
Every aspect from Check in to quality of accomodation and general ser up we found to be exellent.
Having been in St. Lucia a few times in different places in the last 12 Years we found this place to be the best. Mrs. Esmerie and her team did a wonderfull job to make guests feel very happy. Many thanks indeed we enjoyed it very very very much und look forward to come back as soon as possible (after Corona is a matter of the past).
As the lodge is relative new and well maintained with beautifull plants in the garden it makes it very comfortable to also spend some time and just relax at the lodge next to the pool or in the nice reading room. We also felt very secure all the time. This is a place that we can recommend with out any reservations at all. We also like to make a complement to Mrs. Esmerie and thank her for the very kind assistance and help for any of our request. You don't find this often, well done.
We wish all staff members and the owners all the best in order to get resonably through the difficult times of the extended lockdown times.
See you again, with kind regards from Switzerland - Willy & Rosmarie
Every aspect from Check in to quality of accomodation and general ser up we found to be exellent.
Having been in St. Lucia a few times in different places in the last 12 Years we found this place to be the best. Mrs. Esmerie and her team did a wonderfull job to make guests feel very happy. Many thanks indeed we enjoyed it very very very much und look forward to come back as soon as possible (after Corona is a matter of the past).
As the lodge is relative new and well maintained with beautifull plants in the garden it makes it very comfortable to also spend some time and just relax at the lodge next to the pool or in the nice reading room. We also felt very secure all the time. This is a place that we can recommend with out any reservations at all. We also like to make a complement to Mrs. Esmerie and thank her for the very kind assistance and help for any of our request. You don't find this often, well done.
We wish all staff members and the owners all the best in order to get resonably through the difficult times of the extended lockdown times.
See you again, with kind regards from Switzerland - Willy & Rosmarie
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from TeamAfrique, Manager at Lodge Afrique
Responded 23 Apr 2020
Dear Willy & Rosmarie Thank you both so much for this great 5 star review and sharing your kind words to us. It means the world to me and the entire Team at Lodge Afrique. We truly do pride ourselves in the service we provide and I am happy that it has shown through your review. Thank you also for my beautiful gift, when I cut my biltong I will always think of you. Hope to see you again Warmest greetings from all of us at Lodge Afrique Esmerie & Team
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A wonderful little tropical cocoon in the beautiful St Lucia. Staff couldn’t be more helpful and the lodge was beautifully furnished (recently all redone) with every small touch taken care of. The whole place is expertly maintained with tropical trees and plants and the rooms are super comfy. Merle and her team helped us book trips and restaurants and made everything feel very personal they even catered a gluten free breakfast! Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Lindi van der Merwe, Owner at Lodge Afrique
Responded 04 Oct 2021
Good Day , Thank you so much for the awesome review, it was great hosting you guys. Hope to see you soon on your next trip to us. Be safe and keep well. Regards Merle
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Our plane was delayed and we only managed to get there at 9pm but the manageress kindly came to open up for us. There was a hippo in the street one house away from the guest house munching on the grass! The room was a welcome relief after a long day. Bed was unbelievably comfortable, shower worked well and overall the amenities were great. Each room is in its own rondawel and the leafy green shrubs in between
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Lindi van der Merwe, Owner at Lodge Afrique
Responded 28 Apr 2022
Good Day , Thank you for choosing Lodge Afrique as your destination, and thank you for the awesome review. It was great hosting you and hope to see you soon on your next trip to St Lucia. Keep Well and Safe Kind Regards Merle & Team
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Hi the outdoor showers at the Lodge only have cold water.
Good morning. Sadly we do not have family rooms, but we can add a sleeper couch for a child under the age of 12 yrs.
Good morning. Trust you are well? Thank you for your inquiry at Lodge Afrique. Sadly we are fully booked for the dates you have requested. We do have one room available from 28 Dec - 1 Jan 2016.
Kind Regards.
Johann
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we do not offer the dinner
kindly regards
"The steep road into the B&B can be problematic for lower cars. Suggest passengers get out at the top and just the driver drives down. "Read full review
"If visiting St Lucia choose Lodge Afrique. We had a great riverboat outing with FANNAS tours. Reef and Dune restaurant.and the Ski Boat club restaurant were great."Read full review
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RÂ 2,171 - RÂ 2,591 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaKwaZulu-NatalSt Lucia
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lodge Afrique
Which popular attractions are close to Lodge Afrique?
Nearby attractions include Saint Lucia Estuary (1.0 km), Ocean Commotion Deep Sea Fishing Charters (0.3 km), and St Lucia Beach (0.8 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Lodge Afrique?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Lodge Afrique?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Lodge Afrique?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Lodge Afrique?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Lodge Afrique?
Conveniently located restaurants include Braza, Greco, and Reef and Dune.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Lodge Afrique?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Lodge Afrique located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 km away from the centre of St Lucia.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Lodge Afrique?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Afrikaans, and Zulu.
Are there any historical sites close to Lodge Afrique?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Veyane Cultural Village (4.9 km).