DE HOOP NATURE RESERVE
Lekkerwater Beach Lodge
De Hoop Nature Reserve · De Hoop Nature Reserve
A nature-first beach lodge with six double/twin rooms and one family room, guided marine walks and exceptional seasonal whale viewing.
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The stay
Seven rooms on one of the Cape's wildest beaches
Lekkerwater is deliberately simple and experience-led: seven rooms, private decks and a remote coastal concession inside De Hoop.
For nature rather than hotel infrastructure
Choose it for guests who want walking, marine ecology and seasonal whale viewing to dominate the stay.
Rooms & Suites
Double / Twin Room
Max 2 adults
Family Room
Max 4 adults
Safari & Experiences
Interpretive marine walk
Expert-guided intertidal walks are central to the lodge experience.
Fynbos walks
Guided nature walks explore the reserve's coastal vegetation.
Seasonal whale watching
Whales can be viewed from the lodge during season.
Good to know
Families
One dedicated Family Room is available; standalone rooms are generally better suited to older children.
Power & connectivity
- Mains powered
- In-room power available
The lodge is intentionally simple and off-grid in character; Wi-Fi is included.
Getting there
Guests park at a designated reserve car park and are transferred the final approximately 6 km to the lodge.
Sustainability & Conservation
The lodge sits lightly on a remote protected coastline and emphasises guided interpretation of the marine and fynbos environment.
Add the road leg
Private transfers, arranged with the stay.
Spurwing can arrange private road transfers from the nearest practical airport, city or previous stop, or connect the stay into a wider Cape itinerary where the routing is practical.
Tell us where you are coming from and where you are going next. We confirm the practical route, vehicle and timing before anything is booked.
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One trusted partner for the whole journey — speak to us and we’ll help plan the stay alongside the rest of your trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many rooms does Lekkerwater have?
The lodge has seven rooms.
Does Lekkerwater have a family room?
Yes. One dedicated family room is available.
Can guests drive directly to the lodge?
No. Guests use a reserve car park and transfer the final section to the lodge.