RiverBend Lodge

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Luxury Suite
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Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Private suite
1 queen bed
Free crib always available
Free stay for your child
Partially refundable
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Breakfast included
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$644 per night
Price $1,933
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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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

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Options with:

    • Pool view

    • Terrace

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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+ Long Hope Villa
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  • Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
  • Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
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Luxury Suite
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
We have 7 left
  • 1 queen bed
Free crib always available

Elegantly decorated, they are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, a patio and private bathrooms with a separate bath and shower.

538 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free Wifi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safe
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Desk
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
$644 per night
Price $1,933
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
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  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
$1,410 per night
Price $4,229
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • All-Inclusive
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Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
$322 per night
Price $967
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
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Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
$705 per night
Price $2,115
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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  • Free stay for your child
Honeymoon Suite
We have 1 left
  • 1 queen bed

Offering a private terrace and plunge pool, this lavishly decorated suite features an private bathroom and an outdoor shower.

646 feet²
Private pool
Pool view
Air conditioning
Patio
Private bathroom
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free Wifi
Max adults: 2
$715 per night
Price $2,145
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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  • Partially refundable
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Max adults: 2
$1,465 per night
Price $4,395
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$357 per night
Price $1,072
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
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Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$733 per night
Price $2,198
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Long Hope Villa
  • Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
  • Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
Free crib always available

This farmhouse villa is located 0.6 mi from the main lodge. It offers a spacious open-plan living and dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. The garden features a private pool, a patio and BBQ facilities. Guests are provided with a private chef and a guide.

Entire villa
1507 feet²
Private kitchen
Private bathroom
Private pool
Pool view
Patio
Barbecue
Terrace
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free Wifi
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
$3,096 per night
Price $9,289
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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  • Partially refundable
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sally
    United States 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...”
  • Paul
    Switzerland 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 United States
    “Beautiful older lodge great staff. Game drives were good. Dining was very fine and nice!”
  • David
    United Kingdom 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”
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Best breakfast ever. Wonderful game drives. Can’t recommend this place enough”
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom 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”
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    “Delightful deluxe homestead style accommodation with wonderful welcoming staff. Delicious meals and the location was exquisite. A rare and unique experience.”
  • Alexander
    United States United States
    “Between the food, staff, location and the game drives, everything was perfect! 2 night stay was amazing and the food was delcious. The staff was very friendly and helpful.”
  • Petra
    France France
    “We had a fabulous stay at the lodge, food was amazing, staff super friendly , can only recommend this lodge highly”
  • Barbara
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “The lodge is situated in a private concession of Addo national park and is the only one that conducts game drives in the area. The staff, including the guides, will do anything they can to make your stay unforgettable. This means you get to enjoy...”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
  • Silver Thorn Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Restaurant #2

    No additional info available

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:00 and 06:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib always available
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.