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RiverBend Lodge

5.0 star property
Colonial lodge with free breakfast and spa services

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels
Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
View from room
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Premium bedding
  • 646 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Long Hope Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

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Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
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  • 1615 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pepper Grove House | Terrace/patio

Pepper Grove House

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Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 1507 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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River Bend Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105

What's nearby

  • Addo Elephant National Park - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Ulwazi Interpretive Centre - 12 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout - 36 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Olifantskop Pass Lookout - 60 min drive - 35.4 miles

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

RiverBend Lodge

Luxury lodge near Addo Elephant National Park
At RiverBend Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a manicure/pedicure, or aromatherapy. The on-site restaurant, Silver Thorns, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A safari, massage treatment rooms, and concierge services
  • Outdoor furniture, a TV in the lobby, and game drive on site
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at RiverBend 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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Silver Thorns

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1999
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The listed 'additional fee' covers national park entrance fees and applies guests booked in Breakfast Included rate plans only.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Additional fee: ZAR 700 per person, per night

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

The listed 'additional fee' covers national park entrance fees and applies guests booked in Breakfast Included rate plans only.
The listed service fee comprises the Park Concession Fee, charged only to guests booked in Breakfast rate plans. This fee will be applied to the guest’s total bill at check-out for charges incurred during the stay, such as food, beverage, spa, etc.

Optional extras

  • Service fee: 7.5 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

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
RiverBend Lodge Addo
RiverBend Lodge Lodge
RiverBend Lodge Lodge Addo

Frequently asked questions

Does RiverBend Lodge have a pool?

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

Is RiverBend Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at RiverBend Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at RiverBend 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 RiverBend Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at RiverBend Lodge?

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

Where is RiverBend Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this luxury lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Addo Elephant National Park, Ulwazi Interpretive Centre, and Botanical Reserve. Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout and Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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