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RiverBend Lodge

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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River Bend Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105
  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari
  • Addo Elephant National Park
  • Addo Elephant Park - Nyati Section

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Honeymoon Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 150 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 50 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pepper Grove House

  • 140 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About this property

RiverBend Lodge

Colonial lodge with free breakfast and spa services
This lodge features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include massage/treatment rooms, concierge services and laundry facilities.
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 televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Addo lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site 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.
During your stay at RiverBend Lodge, you'll be close to Ulwazi Interpretive Centre. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and library
  • 9 minutes by car from Addo Elephant National Park and 9 minutes from Ulwazi Interpretive Centre
Some rates at RiverBend Lodge are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site 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.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Silver Thorns – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Room service is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at RiverBend Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 23 May 2025 to 31 December 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Additional fee: ZAR 700 per person, per night

We've listed 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, drink, spa, etc.

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 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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 organisation.

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

RiverBend Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set inside Addo, you get 5 star service, and knowledgeable game guides who zero in on your individual needs. Lots of elephants, kudu, zebra, and a mating pair of lions made for outstanding sightings.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb accommdation snd food. Stunning close up elephant experiences and we were fortunate enough to also see lions, againe very close up. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb service, magnificent location

Truly remarkable service from the management and staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The very best of South Africa

A truly remarkable lodge, staffed by attentive, smart and genuinely friendly people. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an amazing place to stay in. How ever, the dinner which the establishment marketed as “gourmet” was a bit disappointing.. nice but nothing special, or that “wow” effect which you would expect from a gourmet meal. A bit unimaginative.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A Safari Treat

Overall we enjoyed our stay at the River Bend. The staff were friendly and helpful. Darlington was our Ranger for the Game Drives, who is very experienced, knowledgeable and very pleasant. During our stay we were lucky to see four of the "Big Five" and enjoyed each Game Drive. The furnishings at the River Bend are in need of some TLC; furniture is worn, the bathroom towels old and areas such as the the library need a good dusting- we found "coffee-table" style books coated in thick dust. It is has a "faded glory" colonial style, which needs updating to make it luxurious.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rory

A very tranquil and relaxing stay, with fantastic food, and very informative game drives.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely family friendly lodge

We stayed at River Bend Lodge with another family. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The game drives were amazing and we were lucky to have some good sightings . Our game ranger was extremely knowledgeable and full of fun facts which kept the children entertained. Our room was a little tired and the water pressure wasn't great would be our only complaints . Overall we had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Addo.

We were the only couple staying at the lodge,our table for breakfast lunch and dinner was set next to the log burning fire..Staff were warm and friendly ,only too happy to ensure our stay was a pleasurable one..We had 2 game drives while we were here, so much more wildlife than in public areas at Addo.There is also a watering hole for animal viewing.Highly recommend the lodge..WiFi was good in the room and around the property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

sds, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kid friendly safari lodge

We just got back from a two night stay.. great rooms, lovely food. Really friendly staff, excellent safari guide. Maybe a few more up to date toys in the kids play room would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sublime luxury

Amazing place with a real luxurious touch and attention to detail regarding service. Would love to come back and stay longer although it is pricey. Dinner and wine was very good value though. We had honeymoon suite with own private plunge pool and outside shower. Loved watching elephants at the watering hole.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

The staff could not have been better and the entire experience was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old world charm

Lovely helpful and welcoming staff. Sadly we didn't see any Elephants while at the property!! Rooms very comfortable, food excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

kiritkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to enjoy game drives

Very friendly staff

10/10 Excellent

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent three days of game watching in comfort

Excellent stay in very comfortable lodge with super service, very informed guide, who managed to show us elephants, rhinos, lions, zebras , buffalo, warthogs, various boks and birds and thoroughly recommended.

8/10 Good

Lineke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful lodge with delightful staff

Gorgeous room with private plunge pool. Delicious food. Excellent game drives. All the staff went to immense trouble to ensure we were taken care of at all times.

8/10 Good

Lars, Uetikon am See

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wundervolle Lodge im Addo Nationalpark. Es lässt sich jedoch nicht verbergen, dass der Zahn der Zeit nagt und an der einen oder anderen Stelle renovationsbedarf herrscht.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ganz tolles Erlebnis, toller Guide, absolute Empfehlung!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einzigartige Location und hervorragender Service. Die Köchin hat das Dinner sogar persönlich auf unsere individuellen Wunsche angepasst.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr schön dort und die game drives sehr samtenem, da direkt von der Lodge aus!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018