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Happy Jackal

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Colchester with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Private kitchen
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Happy Jackal Guesthouse, in a national park, offers a quiet retreat. Relax in the garden, enjoy English breakfast, or lounge by the outdoor pool. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and free self-parking, ensuring visitors feel at ease.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

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  • 53 sq m
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10.0 out of 10
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  • 30 sq m
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  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Colchester, Happy Jackal is in a national park and near the beach. Matyholweni Gate is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari and Sundays River Dunes. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours.
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5 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Colchester, Eastern Cape, 6175

What's nearby

  • Sundays River Dunes - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Matyholweni Gate - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium - 28 min drive - 46.3 km
  • Market Square - 30 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Hobie Beach - 35 min drive - 53.5 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

Guest house in a national park
Consider a stay at Happy Jackal and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hairdryers and soap
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and fridges

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE Guesthouse Colchester
Happy Jackal Guesthouse
HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE Guesthouse
HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE Colchester
HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE
Guesthouse HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE Colchester
Colchester HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE Guesthouse
Guesthouse HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE
HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE Colchester
Happy Jackal House Colchester
Happy Jackal Colchester
HAPPY JACKAL GUEST HOUSE
Happy Jackal Guesthouse Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Jackal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Jackal?

As of 23 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Jackal on 24 Sept, 2025 start from S$103.44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Happy Jackal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Happy Jackal?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Happy Jackal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Happy Jackal?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Happy Jackal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Happy Jackal located?

Situated in a national park, this guesthouse is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Sundays River Dunes and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Matyholweni Gate. Coega Conference Centre and Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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