Hogsback Arminel Hotel

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.2

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About this property

Located in Hogsback on the Eastern Cape of South Africa, this thatched-roof hotel offers rooms or self-catering cottages surrounded by native forest. Some accommodation features a wooden deck overlooking the Amatola Mountains. All heated rooms at Hogsback Arminel Hotel provide garden views, a satellite TV and a modern, private bathroom. Each is warmly decorated and some have a fully equipped kitchen with stove, fridge and dishwasher. Arminel features an à la carte restaurant, bar and lounge area with open fireplaces. Guests can also enjoy a drink on the terrace. A swimming pool and tennis courts are available or walk through the hotel’s gardens with many bird species. There is also a games room with various board games. East London Airport is a 2-hour drive away. Alice and the University of Fort Hare is 30 minutes’ by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

American

Free parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
2 double beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 bunk beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Shanon
South Africa South Africa
“We stayed over 4 nights during the Spring break and what a beautiful experience! The forest cottages are charming and very comfortable 😊 Fantastic having the fireplace as some nights got much colder than others. My son and husband appreciated that...”
Bherends
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent location, beautiful chalets and perfect sceneries, gardens, waterfalls etc.”
Nokhwezi
South Africa South Africa
“The cleanliness and the.s0acedwas quite big and accommodating”
Pam
South Africa South Africa
“Loved the setting, the staff were friendly and helpful. Accomodation was well equipped and comfortable. Lovely fire place in the living area and heaters in the rooms made it cozy and warm.”
Anne
South Africa South Africa
“The location was superb nestled under magnificent trees. The hotel upgraded us to a cottage and it had everything we needed including a wood burning fire. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The hotel sent staff to help us with a...”
Wahieda
South Africa South Africa
“The very friendly staff, the well kept unit, as well as the location. It was also easy to find.”
Elaine
South Africa South Africa
“Our stay at the Arminel Hotel was amazing. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. We had a wonderful weekend there and will definitely return again.”
Vincent
South Africa South Africa
“Its place to be, welcoming staff, the rooms are very clean and fireplace as you know Hogsback is very cold in this time of the year”
B8sa
South Africa South Africa
“Thank you to the friendliest staff from Tamara to the bar man (im sorry I did not get his name). They patiently waited for me to get to the place. I was welcomed with a 3 course meal. Wooooow!”
John
South Africa South Africa
“Rooms were great value, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Hotel was very accommodating and moved our group from single rooms into a chalet with multiple bedrooms. Also then served our dinner in the chalet instead of us going to the dining room. ...”

Hotel surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that advance reservations are required for guests intending to dine at the restaurant.

Please note that a credit card authorization form, copy of front and back of credit card and copy of passport are required on arrival.

Please inform Hogsback Arminel Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.