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Founders Lodge by Mantis

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Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Luxury hotel in a rural location

At Founders Lodge by Mantis, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage at the on-site spa. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities such as ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a garden.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is ฿37,068
฿42,628 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a picture on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with glasses and a decanter, a bookshelf, and a large mirror.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a sitting area with a sofa and armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with two beds, wooden paneling, framed pictures, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Paterson, Founders Lodge by Mantis is in a rural area. Addo Elephant National Park and Rhodes University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Paterson travel guide
Map
Sidbury Road, Adjacent to Shamwari Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape, 6135

What's nearby

  • Kwantu Private Game Reserve
    15 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Bushman Sands Golf Club
    47 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    87 min drive

About this property

Founders Lodge by Mantis

  • Luxury hotel in a rural location
  • At Founders Lodge by Mantis, you can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage at the on-site spa. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities such as ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a garden.
  • Additional perks include:
    • 2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike hire, a safari and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • An electric car charging station, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Founders Lodge by Mantis boast comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and deep-soaking baths
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and separate sitting areas

All-inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at Founders Lodge by Mantis are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

    • All buffet meals, snacks and select beverages included
    • In-room minibar (all beverages included)

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Safari
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1650 per person (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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
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
Property Registration Number 1971/002665/07

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Founders Lodge by Mantis have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Founders Lodge by Mantis?

As of 1 Sep 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Founders Lodge by Mantis on 30 Sep 2026 start from ฿37,068, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Founders Lodge by Mantis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Founders Lodge by Mantis?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Founders Lodge by Mantis?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Founders Lodge by Mantis?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Founders Lodge by Mantis provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1650 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Founders Lodge by Mantis?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Founders Lodge by Mantis located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from Addo Elephant National Park.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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