RiverBend Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
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Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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River Bend Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105
  • Place, Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari
  • Place, Addo Elephant National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Honeymoon Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Long Hope Villa

  • 1615 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Pepper Grove House

  • 1507 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Addo

In Addo .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this lodge, you'll find Addo Elephant National Park and Ulwazi Interpretive Centre. Botanical Reserve is within 6 miles (10 km) and Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout is within 16 miles (25 km).

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

  • ‪Addo Elephant Park Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cattle Baron Addo Elephant National Park - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Elephant House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Herds Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lenmore - ‬12 min drive

About this property

RiverBend Lodge

Luxurious 5-star lodge with safari
Some rates at RiverBend Lodge are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury RiverBend Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Addo lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1999
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
RiverBend Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Addo lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

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

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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
An additional SANPark daily entrance fee and SANPark private concession fee calculated as 7.5% of the total bill apply for guests booking the breakfast rate only. Additional charges apply for all extras.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

An additional SANPark daily entrance fee and SANPark private concession fee calculated as 7.5% of the total bill apply for guests booking the breakfast rate only. Additional charges apply for all extras.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Service fee: 7.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

How close is RiverBend Lodge to the airport?

RiverBend Lodge is 45.6 mi (72-min drive) away from the Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does RiverBend Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at RiverBend Lodge.

Does RiverBend Lodge offer free breakfast?

RiverBend Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at RiverBend Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at RiverBend Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at RiverBend Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does RiverBend Lodge have a pool?

RiverBend Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does RiverBend Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does RiverBend Lodge have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Swedish massages, mani/pedis, and aromatherapy.

How close is RiverBend Lodge to downtown Addo?

RiverBend Lodge is 6.6 mi away from Addo.