Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 125 reviews.
Alan
South Africa · Solo · October 2026
+This is a brilliant lodge, with a fantastic and unpretentious atmosphere, and extensive facilities which perfectly suit its olde world and colonial atmosphere. Set in a gorgeous garden which is also an oasis for birdlife. Catering was excellent, and the entire staff complement were friendly, willing and helpful. The rooms were spacious and luxurious. Absolutely faultless stay. Unfortunately this comes at a price, including a substantial conservation levy, which was unexpected.
−Nothing
Leah
United Kingdom · Group of friends · August 2026
“The staff & attention to detail was exceptional. Food was excellent”
+Beautiful buildings and within Addo National Park
−Absolutely nothing!
Pepijn
Netherlands · Family · June 2026
“While the stunning location, passionate game drives, and family-friendly flexibility were exceptional, the rigid dining”
+It’s a beautiful spot in a stunning park! The staff are absolutely amazing, and the game drives are conducted with so much passion, enthusiasm, and respect for nature. We were also thrilled that there was room for our 19-month-old son to join us!
−The dinner follows a strict set menu; unfortunately, the chef is not flexible if there is something you don't like. Additionally, the bar closes at 20:00, which feels way too early for a hotel. To top it off, service was inconsistent as they forgot our morning request for hot milk on multiple occasions.
Tracy
South Africa · Family · May 2026
“Very disappointing.”
+The staff were charming and friendly and lovely. The beds were comfortable with good linen and pillows.
−The property is very tired and neglected. The main gardens are beautiful, but the view spot and boma areas are embarrassing. There were broken latte on the grass outside our chalet that had been dumped there months ago. Other than the soup, the food was very underwhelming. The wine list was very average and ridiculously expensive. NEGLECT is the word to use. We were hoping for a luxury treat and a special family night and we did enjoy ourselves, but the accommodation was utterly disappointing and completely overpriced.
Joaquim
Switzerland · Couple · April 2026
+We had a great time at the Riverbend Lodge. We were welcomed with a nice drink and taken to our upgraded cottage. Beautiful. The staff was very attentive and friendly. At 15:00 a very tasty complementary high tea was offered every day. Breakfast was also very good. Above all was the game drive’s with Roland (we did two). We had an unforgettable tracking experience. We had fun tracking some lions that Roland “sensed” were hidden in some bushes hiding a kill. What a treat. And to finish off at our last breakfast a family of elephants just walk in front of the Varanda and a buffalo could be spotted as well. Thanks for the wonderful memories.
Liliana
United States · Solo · March 2026
“Quiet paradise”
+Located right in Addo concession area. Good service, had great safari sessions. The private pool in Cottage 1 - the honeymoon suite - was a refreshing plus!
−No generator to supply electricity to rooms when power cutoff due to a storm … provided lanterns… thankfully power cutoff was only 3 hrs that evening
Rosalie
Netherlands · Family · October 2026
“Geweldige logde waar je met privéauto door de bush heen gaat! Dikke aanrader!”
+Prachtige lodge, omringt door olifanten. Goed verzorgde maaltijden. En de gamedrives waren ook super leerzaam en precies wat we ons ervan voorgesteld hadden.
−Niets
Alice
Italy · Solo · August 2026
“Luxury Safari”
+Concessione privata dell’Addo per cui non si paga l’ingresso al parco. I Safari essendo una concessione privata possono essere fatti fuori strada per cui si possono vedere gli animali davvero vicini. Struttura in perfetto stile coloniale molto bella. Cibo molto buono dalla colazione alla cena, ci siamo sentiti davvero coccolati.
−Essendo appunto una concessione privata non sono del tutto assenti i segni dell’uomo, tipo alcuni piloni dell’elettricità
Fatma
Netherlands · Family · May 2026
“Relaxte verblijf”
+Ze geven je het gevoel dat je een familie lid van ze bent en zijn heel erg betrokken. De kamers zijn ruim en alle faciliteiten die je nodig hebt zijn er. Echt een prachtige uitzicht en uitkijk punten.
−We hebben deelgenomen aan Gamedrive , maar helaas beide keren niks spectaculairs gezien. Het is een heel groot gebied, maar jammer dat ze niet weten waar ongeveer bepaalde soorten zijn en als ze zijn kunnen ze zo diep verstoppen dat je ze überhaupt tegenkomt. Hoe ze dat anders zouden doen, daar voor heb ik geen idee. In de avond kon je geen gebruik maken van de bar , er was letterlijk niemand. Je kon ook niemand telefonisch bereiken.
David
Switzerland · Solo · April 2026
+Der Koch Sam hat super gekocht und die Pirsch-Fahrten mit John haben viel Spass gemacht.