Port Lympne Reserve Giraffe Cottage — Hotel in Folkestone and Hythe District

Exceptional.

If you can take a trip to stay in the giraffe lodge then it’s an amazing experience. You are locked away in the park with the animals with a small group of like minded explorers. The vista view is possibly one of the best I’ve seen in the UK combined with the animals. Fantastic rangers and a small restaurant dedicated to the small group.

It is cold at night but toasty under the covers. Just make sure you bring everything you need when you leave the car behind and jump on the truck on the safari...

Awesome wildlife park. Loads of open space, plenty to see.

No point moaning about empty enclosures as the animals are not there to entertain us humans. They sleep a lot, get over it.

Go and support the conservation work they do there. I had a great day out, bank Holiday Monday, sunny weather and...

Park staff are all very helpful and knowledgeable. Safari truck tours can be busy during the day, so if you can arrive early, head straight to the Basecamp to avoid the lines. Staying in the accommodation around the park is a great way to see more of the animals...