Pets welcome, Allowed at no extra charge, Pet bowls
Wellness
Massage, Barber/beauty shop
Views
Sea view, View
Free WiFi
Internet services
Shuttle service
Airport shuttle, Shuttle service
About this property
Beachfront Location: Bulungula Xhosa Community Lodge in Bulungulu offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or explore the lush garden.
Comfortable Accommodations: The lodge features family rooms with private bathrooms, work desks, and free toiletries. Each room includes a sea view and a comfortable workspace, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African cuisine with vegetarian options. Breakfast includes local specialities and warm dishes, while dinner offers a variety of meals and cocktails.
Leisure Activities: Guests can enjoy yoga classes, cycling, and outdoor activities. The lodge provides a games room, live music, and barbecue facilities, catering to all interests.
Convenient Location: Located 108 km from Mthatha Airport, the lodge offers a paid shuttle service and private parking. Nearby attractions include Elliotdale and the Bulungulu River.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Fair Trade Tourism
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
6.9
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Zora
Czech Republic
“Wonderful part of the Wild Coast. Lovely and safe community run lodge. Bulungula Xhosa community owns and runs the lodge. You will meet the members not only in the kitchen and reception, but they hang out and play soccer on the beach and play...”
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Maria
Netherlands
“The vieuw was beautyful. Nice to see the whole community works together”
Denise
Kuwait
“The activity options are fantastic and numerous. The food options are also great since we weren't able to take our own food. The showers and toilets were a wonderful adventure and works a little different than we're used to and they were clean....”
Eva-marie
Sweden
“It's the perfect spot to relax, meet people, learn about Xhosa culture”
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Sandisiwe
South Africa
“Xhosa hospitality at its best. No bells, no whistles... just simplicity and good vibes all around.”
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Radek
Czech Republic
“Perfect place to relax couple of days. Friendly laidback staff, plenty of activities and tours to do. Exceptional place. Not touristy. Welcomming and friendly locals.”
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Gary
South Africa
“We did not have breakfast but location was excellent”
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Stephen
South Africa
“Bulungula has a pool of great and friendly staff (including the kitchen staff) and the community. Mr Mlungu is ever a helpful matured man and has become a friend. David and team accommodate us with all our whims with grace - thank you.”
Joy
South Africa
“The lodge offers a gorgeous view of the river mouth and the painted rondavels are very pretty.
The lodge is entirely managed by the community and offers plenty of activities also benefitting the community.
The staff is very welcoming and the...”
Bernardo
Brazil
“One of the most special places you could find in South Africa. The people working there are fantastic, had a great time with the other guests also”
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Check-in
From 12:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 13:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
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