PINE LODGE RESORT, Port Elizabeth

Pine Lodge Resort offers self-catering timber cabins and chalets set among indigenous flora inside the Cape Recife Nature Reserve. Each unit includes a private bathroom, BBQ facilities, and a kitchen equipped for meal preparation. The log-cabin architecture provides a distinct accommodation type not found in typical hotels.

The resort sits within the Cape Recife Nature Reserve, a stone's throw from the ocean and close to the Addo Elephant National Park. Guests have access to one of the best sailing venues in Algoa Bay, as well as nearby beaches and the Bayworld Oceanarium. The reserve offers walking tours, hiking trails, and cycling routes through the coastal landscape.

Ziggy's restaurant serves international cuisine with ocean views and offers a kid-friendly buffet, special diet menus, and wine or champagne. The on-site coffee house and bar provide additional dining options. Guests can also order packed lunches and room service for convenience.

The resort has a private beach area with sun loungers, an outdoor swimming pool, and a kids' pool. On-site activities include hiking, cycling, fishing, billiards, table tennis, mini golf, and a games room. Spa services offer body treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures, and spa/wellness packages.

Pine Lodge Resort has seven conference rooms in a unique log-cabin style building, plus a business centre with fax/photocopying services. The property can host weddings and banquets for up to 300 guests with tailor-made packages. Meeting/banquet facilities and daily housekeeping are included for corporate groups.

Location: Within Cape Recife Nature Reserve, near Addo Elephant National Park

Accommodation: Self-catering log-cabin chalets with BBQ facilities

Dining: Ziggy's restaurant with ocean views

Recreation: Private beach, outdoor pool, hiking, cycling, fishing

Spa: Body treatments, facials, manicures, spa packages

Family: Kids' pool, playground, babysitting services

Business: Seven conference rooms in log-cabin building