RiverBend Lodge

Property class: 5 and above

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At RiverBend Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, aromatherapy, or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant, Silver Thorns, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Addo, RiverBend Lodge is in a national park. While the natural beauty of Addo Elephant National Park and Botanical Reserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Kirkwood Golf Course. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Addo travel guide
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River Bend Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape, 6105

What's nearby

  • A river with elephants, green fields, and mountains in the background.
    Addo Elephant National Park
    11 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Ulwazi Interpretive Centre
    15 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Botanical Reserve
    19 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Kirkwood Golf Course
    47 min drive - 29.1 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cattle Baron Addo Elephant National Park
    10 min drive
  • The Elephant House
    11 min drive
  • Addo Elephant Park Restaurant
    9 min drive

About this property

RiverBend Lodge

  • Luxury lodge near Addo Elephant National Park
  • At RiverBend Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, aromatherapy, or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant, Silver Thorns, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • A safari, massage treatment rooms, and a TV in the lobby
    • Game drive on site, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 40-inch TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, travel cribs, and electric kettles

All inclusive details

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Travel crib

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 elevator

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
An additional SANPark daily entrance fee and SANPark private concession fee calculated as 7.5% of the total bill apply for guests booking the breakfast rate only. Additional charges apply for all extras.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

An additional SANPark daily entrance fee and SANPark private concession fee calculated as 7.5% of the total bill apply for guests booking the breakfast rate only. Additional charges apply for all extras.

Optional extras

  • Service fee: 7.5 percent

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does RiverBend Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:30 AM–7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at RiverBend Lodge?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at RiverBend Lodge on Aug 19, 2026 start from $665, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is RiverBend Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at RiverBend Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at RiverBend Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at RiverBend Lodge?

Some rate plans available at this lodge are all-inclusive.

Where is RiverBend Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this luxury lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Addo Elephant National Park, Ulwazi Interpretive Centre, and Botanical Reserve. Sir Percy Fitzpatrick Lookout is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) away.

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