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River Bend Lodge
5.0 star property

Luxury lodge with full-service spa and business centre
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River Bend Lodge

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Luxury Suite | Living area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Property grounds
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe

Overview of River Bend Lodge

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is NZ$834
Price available on 3/5/2024

Check out the area

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River Bend Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105
  • Popular LocationAddo Elephant National Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSchotia Tooth and Claw Safari50 min drive
  • Popular LocationShamwari Game Reserve54 min drive
  • AirportPort Elizabeth (PLZ)72 min drive
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Room options

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

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Washer/dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Villa

Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Washer/dryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 140 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Addo

Located in Addo, River Bend Lodge is in a national park. Bucks Kloof Hiking Trail and Kirkwood Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Addo Elephant National Park and Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Addo Elephant National Park - 9 min drive
  • Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout - 33 min drive
  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari - 50 min drive
  • Shamwari Game Reserve - 54 min drive
  • Amakhala Game Reserve - 76 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Addo Elephant Park Restaurant - 12 min drive
  • Cattle Baron Addo Elephant National Park - 12 min drive
  • Cattle Baron Steak Ranch - 12 min drive
  • Elephant House - 13 min drive
  • Lenmore - 11 min drive

About this property

River Bend Lodge

Luxury family-friendly lodge in a national park
At River Bend Lodge, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a terrace and a garden. Indulge in a massage, aromatherapy and a manicure/pedicure at Plumbago Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site French cuisine restaurant, Silver Thorns, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Enjoy on-site activities, such as mountain biking and horse riding. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Swimming pool with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an outdoor pool
  • A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and game drive on-site
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
More amenities include:
  • 3 bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, a personal chef and fridges

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at River Bend Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site 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 transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Silver Thorns

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • DVD player
  • Free babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1999
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Floor

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Washer/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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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 any lifts
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 organisation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does River Bend Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at River Bend Lodge?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Bend Lodge on 5 May 2024 start from NZ$711.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is River Bend Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Bend Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Bend Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at River Bend Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does River Bend Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1850 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at River Bend Lodge?

Some rate plans available at this lodge are all-inclusive.

Where is River Bend Lodge located?

This family-friendly Addo lodge is located in a national park, 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Addo Elephant National Park, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari and Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout. Shamwari Game Reserve and Olifantskop Pass Lookout are also within 32 miles (52 km).

River Bend Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

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