Founders Lodge by Mantis

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Scored 10
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

Property highlights

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Founders Lodge by Mantis in Paterson offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, mini-bar, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a fitness center, sun terrace, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include a steam room, outdoor fireplace, and a games room. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, American, and local cuisines with brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Menus cater to halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Convenient Location: Located 55 mi from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Lalibela Private Game Reserve (16 mi) and Bushman Sands Golf Course (17 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Mantis
Hotel chain/brand
Mantis

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alistair
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff make the place and our safari guide was exceptional. The location is superb with wild animals very close to your room ( but safely). Couldn’t recommend highly enough is a safari is on your list.”
Alice
United States United States
“It is beautiful, from the landscaped gardens overlooking bushveld to the gorgeous rooms. The staff greeted us upon arrival and after every game drive. The food was great.”
Hans
South Africa South Africa
“We enjoyed everything in all aspects. Craig and Glynis were exceptionally friendly. They treated us like a king and a queen. The service was impeccable in every regard, and the staff was very friendly and always smiling. WHAT A TREAT!”
Dr
Germany Germany
“Super Lodge! Very nice rooms, friendly and helpful personal, they really want You to feel look after and make You a good time Plenty game in the park, almost too easy to spot, very nixche landscape. Extraordinary friendly staff, good cooking”
Steven
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We liked everything the guide [Celia] was amazing and the staff,owners were exceptionally attentive”
Tony
Ireland Ireland
“Excellent guide in Sikhumbuzo, proximity to animals and a superb lookout. Pool area well located. A beautiful room overlooking the reserve. Very friendly and helpful staff.”
Carlos
Brazil Brazil
“The service, the food, the game drives, the surroundings, the quality of the bed…”
Maike
Germany Germany
“Wir waren im Railway Carriage untergebracht, was sensationell und einzigartig und sogar mit eigenem Pool war. Etwas ganz Besonderes in Alleinlage im Game Reserve! Die beiden Game Drives waren ebenfalls einzigartig. Wi haben alles gesehen von...”
Elisenda
Spain Spain
“La nostra estada ha estat excel·lent. A Founders Lodge han sapigut crear un entorn perfecte per a l’observació d’animals. A més les instal·lacions, el personal i el menjar és excel·lent. El nostre guia James va fer dels safaris una experiència...”
Sabrina
Germany Germany
“Die Lodge ist von A bis Z perfekt! Alle Mitarbeiter sind professionell, sehr freundlich und bieten einen erstklassigen Service. Die Räumlichkeiten haben Stil und vor allem unser Zimmer war geräumig und wundervoll. Wir haben bei den Game drives...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • American • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Founders Lodge by Mantis takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Founders Lodge by Mantis of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.