10/10 Excellent
Carissa
26 Sep 2023
Carissa
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Shamwari Riverdene
5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star lodge with free breakfast
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- All-inclusive
- Spa
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape, 6130
- Shamwari Game Reserve7 min walk
- Amakhala Game Reserve14 min drive
- Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari37 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Luxury Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (Riverdene Family Lodge)
Luxury Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (Riverdene Family Lodge)
- 44 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the area
Paterson
On river.You'll be 20 mi (32.2 km) from Addo Elephant National Park with a stay at this Paterson lodge.
What's nearby
- Shamwari Game Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Amakhala Game Reserve - 14 min drive - 7.9 km
- Lalibela Game Reserve - 28 min drive - 29.0 km
- Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari - 37 min drive - 31.9 km
- Bushman Sands Golf Club - 43 min drive - 36.1 km
Getting around
- Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
- Paterson Café - 17 min drive
About this property
Shamwari Riverdene
Family-friendly 5-star lodge with free breakfast
Shamwari Riverdene is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite 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.
- 1 floor
- 9 guestrooms or units
- 4 buildings
- Built in 1992
- Full breakfast (free)
- Kid's club (free)
- Supervised kid's activities (free)
- Childcare (surcharge)
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Umbrellas for the pool
- Coffee in lobby
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Staff is multilingual
- Front-desk safe
- Game room or arcade
- Terrace
- Garden
- Fireplace in lobby
- Bellhop
- No smoking on site
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Shamwari Riverdene offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars (stocked with some free items) and minibars. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are 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 separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, German, Spanish, Xhosa
Property amenities
Family friendly
- Arcade/game room
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- Free children's club
- Free supervised childcare
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- Sofa bed
- Soundproofed rooms
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
- Free valet parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Airport shuttle on request
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM
- 1 restaurant
- 1 bar
- Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Game/wildlife drives
- Game/wildlife viewing
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- Safari
- Spa services
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- This property does not have elevators
- Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 32-inch LCD TV
- Premium channels
- Satellite channels
Bedroom
- Air conditioning
- Bed sheets
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
- Single sofa bed
- Tempur-Pedic bed
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Towels
Food and drink
- Espresso maker
- Free bottled water
- Free minibar (some items)
- Microwave
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Connecting rooms available
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- In-room massage
- Phone
- Safe
- Separate sitting area
- Slippers
- Soundproofing
- Turndown service
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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.
Property payment types
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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.
A credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
- One child 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 organization.
Property is also known as
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Shamwari Riverdene Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jason, Aventura
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
4 Jun 2023
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.
Jason
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Mar 2020
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
Travelled with family
13 Dec 2023
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 !
Amanda
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023