Coffee machine, Electric kettle, Dining table, Refrigerator
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Swimming pool
Private, Plunge, Outdoor swimming pool
Experience world-class service at RiverBend Lodge
Located on a private concession within the malaria free Addo Elephant National Park, River Bend Lodge offers luxury accommodation, 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 76 km from Port Elizabeth Airport.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
“A beautiful, lovely, rustic lodge located in the middle of nature. The personnel are so kind and attentive. The food is superb. The game ranger is so experienced and knowledgable, she explained so many things about wild animals and made sure I was...”
Melanie
South Africa
“We cannot wait to go back to Riverbend Lodge. The staff were incredible. The game drives we plentiful. The grounds were stunning and well managed. The rooms were so comfortable.”
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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”
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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....”
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Sarah
United Kingdom
“Best breakfast ever. Wonderful game drives.
Can’t recommend this place enough”
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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”
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Elizabeth
Australia
“Delightful deluxe homestead style accommodation with wonderful welcoming staff. Delicious meals and the location was exquisite. A rare and unique experience.”
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Theo
Isle of Man
“The location of the breakfast tables with a direct view of the waterhole is excellent, while the service, variety, quantity and standard of all meals were exceptional. The game drives were varied and well conducted. The game viewing opportunities...”
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Alexander
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.”
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Jacobus
South Africa
“We enjoyed all that were offered by the lodge
The food and especially the staff”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
2 restaurants on site
Silver Thorn Restaurant
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
Ambiance
Modern
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Restaurant #2
No additional info available
House rules
RiverBend Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 21:00 and 06:00
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 1 year
Cot always available
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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