DESCRIPTIONProtea Hotel St Lucia (Elephant Lake Hotel) is situated on the Elephant Coast in the heart of the exquisite St Lucia World Heritage Site between Lake St Lucia and the Indian Ocean in South Africa. The hotel sits on the banks of the St Lucia Estuary and overlooks the lake.With its lakes, lagoons, freshwater swamps and grasslands, St. Lucia supports more species of animal than the better known Kruger National Park and Okavango Delta – although these areas are much larger.
The Hotel has a three star grading and boast with 28 luxury, en-suite, air-conditioned rooms, all sharing a westerly view across the St Lucia Estuary. All rooms are equipped with DSTV, tea/coffee making facilities, hair dryer and full range of bathroom amenities.
The Hotel has two levels. The ground level has 14 rooms, all with a private patio leading out to a sparkling pool, an upmarket restaurant, leading out to the pool patio, the Hotel lounge and Reception area.
The Upper level has 14 rooms, all with private balcony, a spacious bar that lead out the Hotel's Estuary Viewing Deck, whichforms part of the restaurant and a very popular venue for guests to enjoy some excellent lunches, dinners or a refreshing sundowner.There is a crystal clear sparkling pool located in the hotel gardens for exclusive use by hotel guests. Our ladies bar&sundeck provide breathtaking views of the estuary&Afrcan sunsets. Our restaurant offers a full A la Carte menu&carvery meals can be arranged for larger groups.Activities
With the ideal location of the Hotel, guests have a vast range of activities to choose from, all which could be booked and arranged by the Hotel.
1) BIG 5 Game Drives in Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve.
2) Game Drives in the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park (On route to Cape Vidal)
3) Whalewatching – Seasonal
4) Turtle Tours – Seasonal
5) Boat Cruise on the St Lucia Estuary, world renowned for the excellent Hippo, Crocodile and bird viewing.
6) Kayaking on the St Lucia Estuary
7) Guided walking trails
8) Self guided walking trails
9) Snorkelling at Cape Vidal
10) Deep Sea Fishing11) Fly Fishing
12) Night Drives
13) Marine Mammal Experience
14) Community Operated Zulu Cultural Village
15) Birding
16) Crocodile centre
17) Arts and Crafts
18) Golf
Guests can also enjoy a day on the unspoilt beaches, swim in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean or just simply stroll through town exploring all the interesting shops, restaurants arts and crafts on offer.
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