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Shamwari Riverdene

5.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Interior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property entrance
1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar items
Reception

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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About the area

Map
Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape, 6130

What's nearby

  • Lalibela Game Reserve - 39 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • Sundays River Dunes - 41 min drive - 27.8 miles
  • Olifantskop Pass Lookout - 43 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Bushman Sands Golf Club - 56 min drive - 27.5 miles
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 61 min drive - 38.6 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paterson Café - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Shamwari Riverdene

Luxury all-inclusive lodge by the river
Take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace at Shamwari Riverdene. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a massage or aromatherapy. The on-site Fusion cuisine restaurant, Riverdene Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A porter/bellboy, smoke-free property and game drive on-site
Room features
All guest rooms at Shamwari Riverdene have comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds and sofa beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep-soaking baths
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Patios, separate sitting areas and microwaves

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

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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

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1992
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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 any questions, 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

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

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

Optional extras

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

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

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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Shamwari Riverdene Lodge Paterson
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Shamwari Riverdene Lodge
Shamwari Riverdene Inclusive
Shamwari Riverdene - All Inclusive Paterson
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Shamwari Riverdene
Shamwari Riverdene - All Inclusive Lodge
Shamwari Riverdene Paterson
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Shamwari Riverdene Lodge Paterson

Frequently asked questions

Does Shamwari Riverdene have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Shamwari Riverdene pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shamwari Riverdene?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shamwari Riverdene?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shamwari Riverdene?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Shamwari Riverdene provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1450 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Shamwari Riverdene?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and drinks are included (with some restrictions).

Where is Shamwari Riverdene located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly lodge is 20 mi (32.2 km) from Addo Elephant National Park.

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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
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

There is no better safari geared up for families in the world. We had the best time ever as did our seven year old daughter, and the staff couldn’t have done any more for us. This place is THE gold standard in luxury safaris and Riverdene ensured it worked for children too without compromising quality for adults too. Cannot recommend highly enough and thanks so much to all the team!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

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

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020