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Happy Jackal

Property class: 3
Colchester guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Happy Jackal is a great choice for a stay in Colchester. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $63
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Luxury rooms Bed & breakfast

A bedroom with a large bed, a chest of drawers, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror.

Luxury rooms Bed & breakfast

  • River view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mongoose room self-catering

A hotel room with two beds, a large rug, a chair, a desk, and a television.

Mongoose room self-catering

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Leopard Tortoise Cottage self-catering

A patio with a wooden table and bench, a red shed, and a wooden fence.

Leopard Tortoise Cottage self-catering

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Jackal House self-catering

A house with a thatched roof, a wooden fence, and a gravel driveway.

Jackal House self-catering

  • Park view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Zebra studio self-catering

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a zebra-themed sofa, and a dining area.

Zebra studio self-catering

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Kudu cottage self-catering

A bedroom with two beds, a window with blinds, and a wardrobe.

Kudu cottage self-catering

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard rooms Bed & breakfast

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a lamp, a door, and a wall decoration.

Standard rooms Bed & breakfast

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Giraffe suite

A compact living space with a kitchenette, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.

Giraffe suite

  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
5 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Colchester, Eastern Cape, 6175

What's nearby

  • Sundays River Dunes - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Matyholweni Gate - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Coega Conference Centre - 20 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Aldo Scribante Race Circuit - 21 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 34 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 27 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪A Taste of Africa Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Happy Jackal

  • Happy Jackal is a great choice for a stay in Colchester. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Wildlife and game drive
  • Fishing
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Boat tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Hosted evening meal costs ZAR 280

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Happy Jackal?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Happy Jackal?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Happy Jackal?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Happy Jackal?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Happy Jackal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Happy Jackal?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World (28-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Happy Jackal and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden. Happy Jackal also has access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Happy Jackal?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Happy Jackal have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Happy Jackal like?

Happy Jackal is located a short 18-minute walk from Sundays River Dunes.

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