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Shamwari Riverdene

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape, 6130
  • Shamwari Game Reserve
    7 min walk
  • Amakhala Game Reserve
    14 min drive
  • Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari
    37 min drive

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Luxury Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (Riverdene Family Lodge)

  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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About this property

Shamwari Riverdene

Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking
This smoke-free lodge features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include a complimentary children's club, coffee/tea in a common area and spa services.
Shamwari Riverdene offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars (stocked with some free items) and minibars. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation has separate sitting areas and is furnished with single sofa beds. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. 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. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
During your stay at Shamwari Riverdene, you're just a quick walk from Shamwari Game Reserve. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free valet parking and self-parking
  • Enjoy Fusion cuisine while dining at Riverdene Restaurant
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, a free children's club and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 20 mi (32.2 km) from Addo Elephant National Park
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Shamwari Riverdene is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. 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 terrace are also featured at the luxury Shamwari Riverdene. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 5-star Paterson lodge is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Riverdene Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in Fusion cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All à la carte meals, snacks and select beverages included

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Spanish, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Riverdene Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Single sofa bed
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Welcome Lounge at Shamwari Private Game Reserve]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to this property will sign in at the Shamwari Game Reserve Main Gate and meet at the Welcome Lounge. Return transfers to the lodge from the main gate are provided.
This property is located in Shamwari Private Game Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the game reserve.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Shamwari Riverdene

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Additional fees: ZAR 650 per person, per night for adults and ZAR 300 per person, per night for children

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1450 per vehicle (one-way)

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 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Shamwari Riverdene offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM.
The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Welcome Lounge at Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests who plan to drive should contact this property in advance for more details (e.g. directions). For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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Shamwari Riverdene Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What can I say , trip of a lifetime and lived up to all expectations. Staff very friendly and top class service. In particular Sam our safari guide was very informative and excellent at finding all to see
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Aventura

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the staff to the accommodations everything was amazing. They are there to make your stay an unforgettable experience. A must stay for a safari experience when visiting South Africa with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mais que maravilhada!
Minhas já eram altas porque todos os comentários sobre Shamwari eram bons, mas eu não esperava o que encontramos. Transbordamos felicidade e satisfação! Esse lugar é mágico, indescritível a emoção !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023