Ngqeleni, Mdumbi River, Nyandeni, Eastern Cape, 5140
What's nearby
Hluleka Nature Reserve - 60 min drive - 28.3 km
Coffee Bay Beach - 73 min drive - 29.3 km
Zithulele Hospital - 88 min drive - 46.4 km
Hole-in-the-Wall Beach - 90 min drive - 38.1 km
Hole-in-the-Wall - 94 min drive - 39.4 km
Getting around
Mthatha (UTT) - 137 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Kaleidoscope - 54 min drive
Papazela's Pizza - 53 min drive
The Rusty Wreck - 53 min drive
Rock On Coffee Shop - 54 min drive
Papazela's Pizza - 54 min drive
About this property
Swell Eco Lodge
Enjoy your visit to Nyandeni with a stay at Swell Eco Lodge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Xhosa
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
note that access to the property involves a 1-hour drive on a rough gravel road (4x4 vehicle is preferable).
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets stay for free
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge)
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Room amenities
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 90 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Swell Eco Lodge Lutsheni
Swell Eco Lodge
Swell Eco Lutsheni
Swell Eco Lodge Nyandeni
Swell Eco Nyandeni
Swell Eco Lodge Hotel
Swell Eco Lodge Nyandeni
Swell Eco Lodge Hotel Nyandeni
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Swell Eco Lodge?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Swell Eco Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Swell Eco Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Swell Eco Lodge?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Swell Eco Lodge and nearby?
Swell Eco Lodge has a picnic area and a garden.
Swell Eco Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2020
Amazing little place
The stay was amazing and we could've easily spent a few more days there. The staff are friendly and the accommodations is very nice. We had a leaking roof the first night but we were moved rooms with no issues.
The bad road to get there is extremely note worthy, you don't need a 4x4 but it would definitely make it easier.
We will definitely be back
Ricky
Ricky, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec 2019
Great place amazing people
Stunning
Pregalathan
Pregalathan, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jan 2018
You need to be patient on the inbound road, but once you arrive you will be rewarded with a great view and very comfortable facilities. The rooms are clean and simple, all that you need for this great location.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2016
Do it!
Make sure you have a 4x4 to go here! The road is very very rough! Especially if there has been any rain. But it is well worth the drive! Was such a beautiful
Amazing place!
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2016
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Dec 2015
David
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2015
Perfect Getaway
You can tell there is a lot of love that is being put into the Swell Eco Lodge - down to the smallest details. The rooms are spacious and clean as well as smartly and elegantly designed. Luxurious especially considering the location which is so rural that the next tar road is about an hour's drive away. Justin makes you feel right at home and all the staff are very friendly.
I never wanted to leave, this is the perfect place to relax and get away from it all.
Michel
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Mar 2018
Remote haven
A wonderful place by the Wild Coast. A real haven. But it is remote and the road is really bad. We barely made it with a small car. 4wd strongly recommended
Oscar
Oscar, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2017
Unter Einheimischen ...
Nach einer für uns unendlich erscheinenden Anreise über eine Schotterpiste mit zahllosen Schlaglöchern, aber gigantischer Landschaft erreichten wir am späten Abend die Swell Eco Lodge und waren über diesen Komfort am Ende der Welt total erstaunt. Justin der Besitzer, hat uns freundlich empfangen und uns alles erklärt und gezeigt. Hätte es nicht wie aus Eimern geschüttet, dann hätten wir den zu unserer Lodge gehörenden Grill für ein schönes Braii genutzt. Die Alternative zum Braii war eine top ausgestattete Küche, genau in der Mitte zwischen zwei Wohneinheiten. Tolle Zimmer in Form einer afrikanischen Rundhütte. Im vorderen Bereich ein großes Bett mit Moskitonetz, im hinteren Bereich Bad und WC. Im Shop konnten wir Getränke kaufen. Am nächsten Morgen bot uns die Holzterrasse einen gigantischen Blick auf die Hütten der Einheimischen, die in direkter Nachbarschaft leben und den indischen Ozean. Schade, dass wir nur eine Nacht dortbleiben konnten und dann weiterziehen mussten.