Founders Lodge by Mantis

–Excellent location - show map
+138 photos
Scored 10
Rated exceptional

Staff

10
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box

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, minibar, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a fitness centre, 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 88 km from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, the lodge is near attractions such as Lalibela Private Game Reserve (26 km) and Bushman Sands Golf Course (28 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Mantis
Hotel chain/brand
Mantis

Property highlights

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 large double bed
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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...”
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.”
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...”
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.”
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...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • American • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambiance
    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 14:00 to 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

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

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via 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 Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

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