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River Bend Lodge

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Luxury Suite | Living area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Safari
Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusive
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

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River Bend Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105
  • Addo Elephant National Park
    9 min drive
  • Ulwazi Interpretive Centre
    9 min drive
  • Botanical Reserve
    14 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe

Honeymoon Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Villa

Villa

  • 150 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms

  • 140 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Addo

With a stay at River Bend Lodge in Addo, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Addo Elephant National Park and Ulwazi Interpretive Centre. .This family-friendly lodge is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Botanical Reserve and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout.
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What's nearby

  • Addo Elephant National Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari - 50 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Shamwari Game Reserve - 54 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Bucks Kloof Hiking Trail - 58 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Amakhala Game Reserve - 76 min drive - 64.4 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle Baron Addo Elephant National Park - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Elephant House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron Steak Ranch - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Addo Elephant Park Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lenmore Restaurant & Accommodation - ‬13 min drive

About this property

River Bend Lodge

Luxury lodge with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk
River Bend Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, espresso makers, and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Plumbago Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this Colonial lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and free babysitting.
All-inclusive rates are available at this lodge. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at Silver Thorns, a restaurant which specializes in French cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Silver Thorns - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Room service is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at River Bend Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Silver Thorns

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Game/wildlife drives
  • Game/wildlife viewing
  • Horse riding/hire
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Wine-tasting room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/games room
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • DVD player
  • Free babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Washer/dryer

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Dressing gowns
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Fridge

More

  • Chef
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service
  • Washer and dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 5800.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 700 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1850 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 5800.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

River Bend Addo
River Bend Lodge Addo
River Bend Hotel Addo Elephant National Park
River Bend Lodge Addo
River Bend Lodge Lodge
River Bend Lodge Lodge Addo

River Bend Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set inside Addo, you get 5 star service, and knowledgeable game guides who zero in on your individual needs. Lots of elephants, kudu, zebra, and a mating pair of lions made for outstanding sightings.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb accommdation snd food. Stunning close up elephant experiences and we were fortunate enough to also see lions, againe very close up. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb service, magnificent location
Truly remarkable service from the management and staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The very best of South Africa
A truly remarkable lodge, staffed by attentive, smart and genuinely friendly people. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an amazing place to stay in. How ever, the dinner which the establishment marketed as “gourmet” was a bit disappointing.. nice but nothing special, or that “wow” effect which you would expect from a gourmet meal. A bit unimaginative.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A Safari Treat
Overall we enjoyed our stay at the River Bend. The staff were friendly and helpful. Darlington was our Ranger for the Game Drives, who is very experienced, knowledgeable and very pleasant. During our stay we were lucky to see four of the "Big Five" and enjoyed each Game Drive. The furnishings at the River Bend are in need of some TLC; furniture is worn, the bathroom towels old and areas such as the the library need a good dusting- we found "coffee-table" style books coated in thick dust. It is has a "faded glory" colonial style, which needs updating to make it luxurious.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rory

A very tranquil and relaxing stay, with fantastic food, and very informative game drives.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Lovely family friendly lodge
We stayed at River Bend Lodge with another family. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The game drives were amazing and we were lucky to have some good sightings . Our game ranger was extremely knowledgeable and full of fun facts which kept the children entertained. Our room was a little tired and the water pressure wasn't great would be our only complaints . Overall we had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in Addo.
We were the only couple staying at the lodge,our table for breakfast lunch and dinner was set next to the log burning fire..Staff were warm and friendly ,only too happy to ensure our stay was a pleasurable one..We had 2 game drives while we were here, so much more wildlife than in public areas at Addo.There is also a watering hole for animal viewing.Highly recommend the lodge..WiFi was good in the room and around the property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

sds, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kid friendly safari lodge
We just got back from a two night stay.. great rooms, lovely food. Really friendly staff, excellent safari guide. Maybe a few more up to date toys in the kids play room would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sublime luxury
Amazing place with a real luxurious touch and attention to detail regarding service. Would love to come back and stay longer although it is pricey. Dinner and wine was very good value though. We had honeymoon suite with own private plunge pool and outside shower. Loved watching elephants at the watering hole.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional
The staff could not have been better and the entire experience was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old world charm
Lovely helpful and welcoming staff. Sadly we didn't see any Elephants while at the property!! Rooms very comfortable, food excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

kiritkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to enjoy game drives
Very friendly staff

10/10 Excellent

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent three days of game watching in comfort
Excellent stay in very comfortable lodge with super service, very informed guide, who managed to show us elephants, rhinos, lions, zebras , buffalo, warthogs, various boks and birds and thoroughly recommended.

8/10 Good

Lineke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lodge with delightful staff
Gorgeous room with private plunge pool. Delicious food. Excellent game drives. All the staff went to immense trouble to ensure we were taken care of at all times.

8/10 Good

Lars, Uetikon am See

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wundervolle Lodge im Addo Nationalpark. Es lässt sich jedoch nicht verbergen, dass der Zahn der Zeit nagt und an der einen oder anderen Stelle renovationsbedarf herrscht.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ganz tolles Erlebnis, toller Guide, absolute Empfehlung!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einzigartige Location und hervorragender Service. Die Köchin hat das Dinner sogar persönlich auf unsere individuellen Wunsche angepasst.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr schön dort und die game drives sehr samtenem, da direkt von der Lodge aus!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018