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Happy Jackal

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Colchester with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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5 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Colchester, Eastern Cape, 6175
  • Place, Sundays River Dunes
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Matyholweni Gate
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury rooms Bed & breakfast

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
  • 53 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Mongoose room self-catering

Mongoose room self-catering

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Jackal House self-catering

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Zebra studio self-catering | Private kitchen

Zebra studio self-catering

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Kudu cottage self-catering

Kudu cottage self-catering

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Standard rooms Bed & breakfast

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Giraffe suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Colchester

At Happy Jackal you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Sundays River Dunes and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Matyholweni Gate. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi, patios and Smart TVs. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. The guest house's restaurant is a nice spot to grab a bite. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Colchester guest house include Coega Conference Centre and Aldo Scribante Race Circuit.
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What's nearby

  • Sundays River Dunes - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Matyholweni Gate - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Aldo Scribante Race Circuit - 17 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 28 min drive - 46.3 km
  • Port Elizabeth City Hall - 30 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Taste of Africa Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Grunters - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Weavers Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Happy Jackal

Guesthouse in Colchester with outdoor pool and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Happy Jackal. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Colchester guest house.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Happy Jackal offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided.

This Colchester guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of ZAR 280; reservation required

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Happy Jackal

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 for adults and from ZAR 120 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 280

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Happy Jackal?

Yep, Happy Jackal has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Happy Jackal?

The closest beach to Happy Jackal is King's Beach (33.7 km).

Does Happy Jackal have a pool?

Happy Jackal has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Happy Jackal serve breakfast?

Yeah, English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Happy Jackal?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Happy Jackal?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Happy Jackal's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Happy Jackal?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Happy Jackal?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.