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About this property
Located on a private concession within the malaria free Addo Elephant National Park, River Bend Lodge offers luxury accommodations, spa facilities and private game drives. Free WiFi is available. The 5-star, spacious and elegantly decorated suites offer a private patio with views of the surrounding landscapes and animals. All have air conditioning, a ceiling fan, flat-screen TV, coffee machine and a bathroom with separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries The Silver Thorns Restaurant at the main lodge serves contemporary and culinary cuisine. Room service and special diet menus can be requested. Drinks and snacks can be enjoyed at the bar. The spa offers a variety of massages and beauty treatments. Other facilities at River Bend Lodge include a shared lounge, a library and an outdoor pool with sun loungers. Guests can go on private game drives and bird watching. The lodge is 47 mi from Port Elizabeth Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Christopher
United States“Probably the finest place that we stayed at in South Africa. Rooms were large and comfortable. Food was excellent. Exceeded expectations.” - Sally United States“The grounds were really beautiful with cottages surrounding artfully landscaped grounds that were filled with birdsong. The chef was truly excellent and we enjoyed our breakfasts and dinners. Our park ranger, Paul MacKenzie, was outstanding. He...”
- Ziang
South Africa“1. The staff’s service was exceptional - both the knowledgeable game drive guides & the attentive service staff team 2. The rooms were large and spacious and well appointed” - Paul
Switzerland“Had an absolutely incredible time here as a family. Moses, Debbie and the staff are all wonderful people, extremely attentive, the food was excellent and our ranger Christiaan could not have been kinder. We saw lions roaring, wild Rhinos, water...” - David United States“Beautiful older lodge great staff. Game drives were good. Dining was very fine and nice!”
Gilad
Israel“The place is a little bit old, even though it makes the place very unique. The stuff were very kind and we got very good service which made our stay very calm and comfortable. The fire during night and the way that staff treated us and served...”- David
United Kingdom“Amazing place to enjoy a true safari experience backed up by amazing staff. Ranger John is the best ranger I have experienced in 20 years of visiting South Africa” - Roeland South Africa“Very nice lodge north from the main Addo park. Staying here allows you to do drives in this part which is very different and super beautifully compared to the main park. The lodge is great but the game drives are very overpriced for what you get....”
- Sarah United Kingdom“Best breakfast ever. Wonderful game drives. Can’t recommend this place enough”
- Catherine United Kingdom“It was perfectly positioned, John our game guide was superb, we managed to see so many game and he was so knowledgeable and helpful and was so much fun”
Area info
Restaurants
- Silver Thorn Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Restaurant #2
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
GPS co-ordinates: S 33° 25” 30.77’ E 25°45” 09.13’
Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates.
Please inform RiverBend Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
