Mantis Collection announces the opening of Mantis Hiddn, an off-grid luxury retreat in Addo
Where The Spirit Of Nature Speaks
Ultra-luxury retreat Mantis Hiddn in Addo now open in South Africa’s Eastern Cape
Just 72 km from Gqeberha, within an 800-hectare private reserve, Mantis Hiddn in Addo is now officially open. Perched high on a secluded mountain ridge, this ultra-luxury retreat combines wellness, privacy and design with the beauty and elemental power of the natural surroundings. It offers a deliberate pause from the pace of modern life, inviting guests to reconnect both with the land and with themselves.
Each journey is individually shaped, led by a dedicated guide. The result feels less like a fixed itinerary and more fluid and personal, with guests setting the tone for a stay tailored to how they wish to feel.
At Hiddn, Where the Spirit of Nature Speaks, guests are offered a rare sensation of quiet and perspective. The experience is centred on deep rest, reconnection and immersion in the natural world, offering a contrast to the fast moving and demanding pace of modern life.
The lodge feels instinctive rather than imposed, with each stay unfolding in line with individual intent, whether for celebration, recovery or a step back from the pace of everyday life.
Wellness Beyond the Spa is where wellbeing sits at the core of the Hiddn philosophy, extending far beyond a conventional spa offering. Programmes are centred around sleep, movement, breathwork and emotional balance, supporting both physical and mental restoration. Treatments draw on botanical ingredients and time-honoured, practices, complemented by yoga, meditation and indigenous, nature-based therapies. Private bathing rituals and carefully considered sleep journeys further support recovery, creating an environment where guests can fully recalibrate. The focus is not on indulgence, but on lasting renewal and a deeper sense of equilibrium, allowing each person to reconnect with something quieter, older and more intuitive within themselves.
This philosophy also extends to fine dining, where meals are rooted in locality, seasonality and storytelling. With no fixed menus, dishes are guided by guest preferences and individual wellness paths, from chef-led foraging and riverside picnics to private villa dining.
Safari Meets Bespoke Luxury is an integral but carefully balanced element of the experience. Located within a malaria-free region, Hiddn offers access to one of South Africa’s most diverse ecosystems, including the celebrated Big Five. Game drives, expert-led walks, birding, photography and nocturnal encounters are all tailored to every guest. Rather than spectacle, the emphasis is on immersion and understanding, encouraging a more thoughtful connection to the landscape and its wildlife.
With Design Crafted by the Land as its guiding principle, Hiddn’s architecture and interiors reflect a strong sense of place, with locally sourced materials and South African craftsmanship woven throughout.
Positioned to maximise views across untouched valleys, accommodation comprises ten standalone one-bedroom suites, two two-bedroom suites and two four-bedroom villas with infinity pools. Natural textures, muted tones and open, light-filled spaces create an understated aesthetic that feels both refined and grounded. Private decks, wood-fired baths and expansive glazing allow the landscape to remain ever-present, reinforcing the connection between interior and environment. A spacious pool also offers a calm, open space to unwind.
From Your Stay to the Community reflects Hiddn’s clear commitment to environmental and social responsibility. Low-impact construction, renewable energy and water systems reduce its ecological footprint, while rewilding initiatives support the restoration of surrounding land.
Around 75 members of nearby communities are engaged through employment, training and shared value initiatives, ensuring that the presence of the lodge contributes directly to long-term economic and social benefit in the region. Guests can also engage with this work through meaningful encounters, with a percentage of their spend reinvested locally.
Ultimately, Hiddn sets a new benchmark for purpose-led luxury, bringing together wellness, design, safari and community impact within a single, highly curated experience that feels both timely and deeply considered.
Fully inclusive rates start from £1,500 per suite per night (based on two people sharing).