Founders Lodge By Mantis - Your Stay in Paterson
About the Hotel
Accommodation Options
Founders Lodge by Mantis is a 5-star lodge (rated 9.9 from 26 reviews) with 8 rooms: Suites, the Founders Railway Carriage, Honeymoon Pod, and Master Suite. Each room includes free WiFi, a tea/coffee maker, air conditioning, and heating. Some rooms overlook the reserve. Private bathrooms, daily housekeeping, and a small chocolate at turndown are included.
On-site Dining
The family-friendly restaurant serves African, American, and local cuisines for brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Menu options include halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Room service is available, and breakfast can be served in the room. Themed dinners and private dining at different locations around the lodge are offered.
Recreation & Activities
The lodge has a fitness centre, steam room, and year-round outdoor swimming pool. A games room offers billiards and board games. Game drives operate twice daily with expert guides, and a hide and lookout point allow wildlife viewing. An outdoor fireplace and picnic area are on site.
Location & Transport
Founders Lodge by Mantis is on Sidbury Road, off the N2, adjacent to Shamwari. It is 87 km (1 hr 10 min drive) from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport. Nearby places include Cha SA Ke (18 km) and Waterfront Tavern (16 km). Free on-site parking is available, and the lodge offers an airport shuttle.
Guest Services
Services include a concierge, room service, babysitting, laundry, and ironing. Meeting facilities are available. Safety deposit boxes and smoke alarms are in each room. Airport pick-up and drop-off can be arranged.
Select your room type
- The Founders Railway Carriage2 persons66 m²1 Single bedAir conditioningHeatingroom details
- Master Suite2 persons36 m²1 King-size bedAir conditioningBathtubroom details
- Suite2 persons47 m²1 King-size bedAir conditioningBathtubroom details
Price and Room Availability Calendar
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Billiard tables
Guest Parking
- Private parking is possible on site for free.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Dining Onsite
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