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Founders Lodge by Mantis, Paterson
Reviews, photos, room rates, address, contact- Sidbury Road, off N2, adjacent to Shamwari, 1724 Paterson,
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Highlights
Complimentary guest parking
Airport shuttle service
On-site restaurant
Sun-filled terrace
Modern fitness centre
Comfortable family rooms
Complimentary guest parkingAirport shuttle serviceOn-site restaurantSun-filled terraceModern fitness centreComfortable family roomsFor those looking to stay active, there’s a fully equipped gym and ironing facilities available on-site.
If you're an adventure seeker, you’ll love being just 26 km from the stunning Lalibela Private Game Reserve and 28 km from the Bushman Sands Golf Course. Plus, Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is only 88 km away, with a paid airport shuttle service to make your travel effortless.
Experience comfort and nature combined at Mantis Founders Lodge!
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. At Founders Lodge by Mantis, you may use the Special Requests box during booking or directly contact the property using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
At Founders Lodge by Mantis, guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Kindly note that at Founders Lodge by Mantis, all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
At Founders Lodge by Mantis, payment by bank transfer prior to arrival is mandatory. After booking at Founders Lodge by Mantis, the property will contact you with further instructions.
Dear visitor, please note that this region, including Founders Lodge by Mantis, is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that Founders Lodge by Mantis may be subject to local water usage restrictions.
Suite Description, photos, price, amenities
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- travel adapter,
- sofa,
- feather pillow,
- safe deposit box,
- waste bin,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- seating area,
- pool towels (in room),
- hardwood/parquet flooring,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- private entrance,
- wardrobe/closet,
- bedside socket,
- rollaway bed (extra bed),
- heating,
- air conditioning,
- baby cot/crib,
- work desk,
- hypoallergenic room,
- clothes rack,
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres)
- toilet paper,
- conditioner,
- bathtub,
- body soap,
- slippers,
- hairdryer,
- private bathroom,
- shower cap,
- complimentary toiletries,
- shower,
- bathrobe,
- toilet,
- shampoo,
- bathtub or shower
- telephone,
- laptop-sized safe
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- electric kettle,
- wine glasses,
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- minibar,
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- bottled water,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
- wake-up service,
- towels,
- key access,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- bed linen
- patio,
- view,
- garden view,
- landmark view
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
- smoke detector
- hand sanitiser (in room)
Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comprises 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The unit features a minibar, garden views, a patio and chocolate is provided for guests. The unit provides 1 bed.
Room size:
Suite - 47 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 3 
The Founders Railway Carriage Description, photos, price, amenities
- sofa,
- air conditioning,
- pool towels (in room),
- travel adapter,
- bedside socket,
- wardrobe/closet,
- feather pillow,
- waste bin,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- clothes rack,
- private entrance,
- seating area,
- safe deposit box,
- heating,
- hypoallergenic room,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic)
- shower cap,
- toilet paper,
- body soap,
- private bathroom,
- slippers,
- shampoo,
- complimentary toiletries,
- bathrobe,
- hairdryer,
- conditioner
- telephone
- minibar,
- bottled water,
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- wine glasses,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
- bed linen,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- key access,
- towels,
- wake-up service
- garden view,
- view,
- landmark view
- smoke detector,
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
- hand sanitiser (in room)
The spacious suite features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a hairdryer and slippers.
Room size:
The Founders Railway Carriage - 66 m2
Bedroom 1 – Single bed
Max persons: 5
Honeymoon Pod Description, photos, price, amenities
- private entrance,
- feather pillow,
- travel adapter,
- safe deposit box,
- waste bin,
- sofa,
- heating,
- hypoallergenic room,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- pool towels (in room),
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- bedside socket,
- hardwood/parquet flooring,
- wardrobe/closet,
- work desk,
- seating area,
- clothes rack,
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- air conditioning
- shower cap,
- conditioner,
- toilet,
- shampoo,
- toilet paper,
- hairdryer,
- bathtub or shower,
- slippers,
- bathrobe,
- bathtub,
- shower,
- complimentary toiletries,
- body soap,
- private bathroom
- laptop-sized safe,
- telephone
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- bottled water,
- electric kettle,
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- minibar,
- wine glasses,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- wake-up service,
- key access,
- bed linen,
- towels
- garden view,
- patio,
- landmark view,
- view
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
- smoke detector
- hand sanitiser (in room)
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Among the room amenities are air conditioning, a private entrance, a minibar as well as a patio and garden views. The unit provides 1 bed.
Room size:
Honeymoon Pod - 24 m2
Bedroom 1 – Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Max persons: 2
Master Suite Description, photos, price, amenities
- clothes rack,
- air conditioning,
- sofa,
- work desk,
- seating area,
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- private entrance,
- rollaway bed (extra bed),
- safe deposit box,
- bedside socket,
- feather pillow,
- hardwood/parquet flooring,
- heating,
- pool towels (in room),
- waste bin,
- travel adapter,
- hypoallergenic room,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- wardrobe/closet
- shower,
- slippers,
- complimentary toiletries,
- toilet paper,
- private bathroom,
- bathtub,
- toilet,
- shower cap,
- body soap,
- bathrobe,
- hairdryer,
- bathtub or shower,
- conditioner,
- shampoo
- telephone,
- laptop-sized safe
- electric kettle,
- bottled water,
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- wine glasses,
- minibar,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
- bed linen,
- towels,
- key access,
- wake-up call/alarm clock,
- wake-up service
- patio,
- landmark view,
- garden view,
- view
- smoke detector,
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
- hand sanitiser (in room)
Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The unit has a minibar, garden views, a patio and chocolate is available for guests. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.
Room size:
Master Suite - 36 m2
Bedroom 1 – Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Max persons: 3
Suite Description, photos, price, amenities
- wardrobe/closet,
- travel adapter,
- hardwood/parquet flooring,
- hypoallergenic pillow,
- work desk,
- air conditioning,
- non-feather pillow (synthetic),
- clothes rack,
- pool towels (in room),
- safe deposit box,
- seating area,
- waste bin,
- hypoallergenic room,
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- feather pillow,
- sofa,
- rollaway bed (extra bed),
- heating,
- bedside socket,
- private entrance
- shampoo,
- conditioner,
- bathtub,
- bathrobe,
- hairdryer,
- shower,
- shower cap,
- toilet paper,
- private bathroom,
- bathtub or shower,
- slippers,
- body soap,
- toilet,
- complimentary toiletries
- laptop-sized safe,
- telephone
- bottled water,
- chocolates or cookies (charges may apply),
- minibar,
- outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
- electric kettle,
- tea and coffee making facilities,
- outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
- wine glasses
- towels,
- key access,
- bed linen,
- wake-up service,
- wake-up call/alarm clock
- landmark view,
- view,
- garden view,
- patio
- smoke detector,
- fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
- hand sanitiser (in room)
Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The unit features a minibar, garden views, a patio and chocolate is provided for guests. The unit provides 1 bed.
Room size:
Suite - 22 m2
Bedroom 1 – Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Max persons: 2
Choose your ideal room at Founders Lodge by Mantis
Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:
- Suite
- The Founders Railway Carriage
- Honeymoon Pod
- Master Suite
- Suite
Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.
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Facilities and services
General property information
parking available, complimentary parking, on-site parking, private parking area, wi-fi throughout the property
On-site activities & leisure
billiards table, wildlife safari drives, special themed dinners
Hotel services offered
comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access
Dining & bars
on-site restaurant, in-room dining service, hotel bar, breakfast served in room, take-away lunches, special dietary menus (on request), children's meals, selection of wine/champagne
Pools, spa & wellness
gym/fitness studio, massage therapies, outdoor swimming pool, year-round outdoor pool, sunbeds and beach chairs, shade umbrellas, relaxing steam room, therapeutic back massage, relaxing neck massage, rejuvenating foot massage, romantic couples massage, invigorating head massage, soothing hand massage, comprehensive full body massage, fitness activities, main swimming pool, general swimming pool access
Transport & getting around
convenient airport shuttle, shuttle service (surcharge applies), airport transfer (surcharge applies), airport meet and greet / pick up, convenient airport drop off, general shuttle transport
Reception & guest support
guest concierge services, invoices available
Shared spaces for guests
access to hotel garden, outdoor terrace area, recreation/games lounge, rooftop sun deck, guest lounge / tv room, patio/outdoor seating, designated picnic spot, communal outdoor fireplace
Family & entertainment
professional babysitting/childcare, selection of board games/puzzles
Cleanliness & housekeeping
guest laundry service, efficient ironing service, regular daily housekeeping
Business & conference facilities
conference and banquet facilities
Other property amenities
smoke-free rooms, spacious family rooms, in-room heating, individually controlled air conditioning, allocated smoking zone
Property safety & security
in-room safety deposit box, integrated security alarm system, strategically placed smoke detectors, readily available fire extinguishers
Security systems
staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, removal of shared non-essential items (menus, magazines, etc.), hand sanitiser readily available in rooms and key areas, guest health screening procedures in place, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, access to qualified healthcare professionals, guest thermometers provided by the property, complimentary face masks available for guests
Social distancing guidelines
secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, option to decline room cleaning services during stay
Food & drink safety
safe physical distancing in dining spaces, in-room food delivery option available, securely packaged food deliveries
Internet access
Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.
Guest parking
Complimentary guest parking! The property offers free on-site parking, including a dedicated private parking area.
Check-in, check-out, and payment policies
Check-inFrom 14:00 Until 15:00 hours
Check-outFrom 05:30 Until 10:00 hours
Children and extra bedsGuests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.
PetsPets are not permitted.
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