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Honeymoon Suite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Long Hope Villa

Bed Count 3 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Luxury Suite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Amenities

All-inclusive Details

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

Property Features

Some rates at River Bend 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.

River Bend Lodge features a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Dining options at the lodge include a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

A business center is on site at this 5-star property. This Colonial lodge also offers spa services, a library, and a terrace. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

River Bend Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Library
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Tasting room
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Year Built - 1999
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Free self parking
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Babysitting or childcare (free)
  • Computer station
  • Infant/toddler toys
  • Swimming pool
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Spa services on site
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Concierge services
  • Fully fenced
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Total number of rooms - 8
  • Television in common areas
  • Number of floors - 1
  • Arcade/game room
  • Wedding services
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (free)
  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground on site
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • DVD player

Room Amenities

River Bend Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, espresso makers, and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

  • Air conditioning
  • Television
  • Refrigerator
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Washer/dryer
  • Espresso maker
  • Desk
  • Premium bedding
  • Room service
  • Turndown service
  • Free bottled water
  • Premium TV channels
  • DVD player
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room massage available
  • Slippers
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Satellite TV service
  • Free WiFi
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress
  • TV size: 40
  • TV size measurement: inch
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Number of bathrooms - 3
  • Smart TV
  • Number of beds 3
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Chef
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

Parking

Free self parking

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food & Drink

Silver Thorns - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Room service is available.

Spa Services

Plumbago Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Number of treatment rooms 1
  • Massages
  • Reflexology

Nearby Activities

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.

  • Playground on site
  • Game drive on site
  • Safari on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding/rental on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking on site
  • Game viewing on site

Hotel Policies

Payment types

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 700 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1850 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 5800.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-out

Check-out time is 11 AM

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Cashless transactions are available

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Masks are compulsory at the property

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Reservation is not required for facilities onsite

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available to guests

Masks are available to guests

Mobile key entry is not available

Debit cards not accepted

Gloves are available to guests

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association

Staffed front desk

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

No cribs (infant beds) available

No elevators

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually-wrapped food options are not available

Gap period enforced between guest stays - 48 hours

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 5800.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Hotel Names

  • River Bend Addo
  • River Bend Lodge Addo
  • River Bend Hotel Addo Elephant National Park
  • River Bend Lodge Addo
  • River Bend Lodge Lodge
  • River Bend Lodge Lodge Addo

National Rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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