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Founders Lodge by Mantis

Colonial hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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September 2025

6

October 2025

2 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Outdoor banquet area

Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, eco-friendly toiletries

Room, Multiple Beds | Living area | Books

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Located near Amakhala Game Reserve, Mantis Founders Lodge offers wildlife viewing, game drives, and relaxation. Guests can book a massage at the spa, enjoy in-room WiFi, access the 24/7 gym, or lounge by two outdoor pools set in gardens.

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Popular amenities

Spa
All inclusive
Bar
Room service
Gym
Housekeeping

Room options

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All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free minibar items

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

377 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free minibar items

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 5
3 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free minibar items

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free minibar items

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free minibar items

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sidbury Road, Adjacent to Shamwari Game Reserve, Paterson, Eastern Cape, 6135

What's nearby

Lalibela Game Reserve - 52 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 79 min drive

About this property

Founders Lodge by Mantis

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 massage at the onsite spa. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like 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 sun loungers
Free self parking
Bike rentals, a safari, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, a vegetable garden, and a water dispenser

Room features

All guestrooms at Founders Lodge by Mantis have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and deep soaking tubs
Wardrobes/closets, 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 onsite 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)

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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 regional park
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 elevator
Smooth flooring in room
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance

More

At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Colonial architecture
Communal living room
Comprehensive recycling policy
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
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
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

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

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property Registration Number 1971/002665/07

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Property is also known as

Founders Lodge Mantis All Inclusive Paterson

Founders Lodge Mantis All Inclusive

Founders Mantis All Inclusive Paterson

Founders Mantis All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

Does Founders Lodge by Mantis have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

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?

Check-out 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 regional park, this hotel is 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from Addo Elephant National Park.

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Founders Lodge by Mantis Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

2023/5/14

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

From arrival to departure, the stay at Founders Lodge was superb. The Pod room has an amazing view over the Game Reserve (even from the shower!). Food is exceptional, and serving lunches and dinners from different locations within the Lodge/grounds was a nice touch. All staff are friendly, polite and good at what they do! The grounds are well maintained. The uninterrupted view of the waterhole allowed for lots of animal spotting. If you're thinking of going to an Eastern Cape Game Reserve, look no further than a stay at Founders Lodge.

Looking in and out of The Pod

From the balcony of The Pod

Waterhole activity

Waterhole activity

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

2024/1/20

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

You’re right on the edge of the best reserve in the area & the game drives are all on the Shamwari Game Reserve. These are better than we ever expected & our ranger/guide, Cillia, was the best! Daniel at the Lodge managed everything for us & was always there for our needs, nothing was too much trouble & he ensured everything ran like clockwork. Cynthia was brilliant, always smiling and calm, Ntombi was also excellent and helped us with our questions about local culture. Overall superb!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

2025/1/9

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024