About
The Hogsback Inn, located in the charming village of Hogsback in South Africa's Eastern Cape, is a historic establishment nestled high on a plateau within the Amathole Mountains. This country hotel, established as a wayside inn in the 1850s, exudes an old-world charm and elegance, with the Tyume River flowing through its expansive 7-hectare grounds. It is recognized as the oldest accommodation establishment in Hogsback, offering a tranquil retreat surrounded by indigenous forests and numerous waterfalls.The Inn provides a diverse range of accommodation options, including 10 standard hotel rooms, 6 Riverside Suites, and 3 self-catering units, capable of hosting up to 44 guests. Each room is uniquely decorated and serviced daily, featuring amenities such as DStv, tea and coffee-making facilities, and heating options like electric blankets, heaters, or fireplaces. Guests can choose from various room types, including backpacker rooms, twin and double rooms, superior king/twin rooms, and luxurious suites like the Marula, Chestnut, Maple, Silver Birch, Grand Elm, and French Oak, some boasting spa baths and private patios with garden or stream views. The self-catering cottages are fully equipped, ideal for families or groups.Beyond accommodation, The Hogsback Inn features a modern restaurant offering delicious country-style cooking, a Yellowwood ladies bar, and the legendary Hogshead Tavern, a popular local meeting point known for its cozy atmosphere and two open fires. The Inn also serves as a sought-after venue for weddings, with picturesque gardens and a flowing stream providing a beautiful backdrop, and offers a conference center capable of accommodating up to 140 delegates. Additional facilities include a year-round outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry services, and a library.The surrounding Amathole Mountains and indigenous forests offer a wealth of activities for visitors. Guests can explore numerous hiking and walking trails that lead through the forests, up mountains, and past stunning waterfalls, providing spectacular views and opportunities for bird watching, with over 150 bird species in the area. Horse riding can also be arranged. The Inn is particularly popular with bikers, offering various routes for both road and adventure biking, and can assist with route planning. For those seeking more adventurous pursuits, the Inn partners with Hobbiton-on-Hogsback for team-building activities such as abseiling, archery, wall climbing, ropes courses, and trapeze flying. Local attractions like St. Patrick's Chapel, The Eco-Shrine, and The Arboretum are also easily accessible.
