Accommodation is available in the Drakensberg in every accommodation category. Luxury 5 star hotels and game lodges or, to suit the more budget conscious traveler, small hotels, lodges and inns, private game parks, luxury tented safari camps, guest houses, bed & breakfast (b&b) establishments, luxury and budget self catering facilities and caravan parks and camping sites can all be found in the Drakensberg region. Reservations for the following Drakensberg accommodation establishments can be made online with the establishment via our affiliate SafariNow.com and offer a good selection of available Drakensberg accommodation. A full list of accommodation available in the Drakensberg is listed below including our comments.
|
Price per person |
Establishment Name and Description | |
|
|
R95 |
Beechwood
Place ( Holiday House \ Rental Accommodation ) Upmarket, self-catering simplexes in a quiet residential area in Estcourt. Excellent security. Own lock-up garage. Private garden. Own "braai" facilities. Tw ... |
|
|
R345 |
Rietvlei
Country House ( Guesthouse \ B&B ) Shaun and Jane Renton are your hosts at Rietvlei Country House. Shaun is the fifth generation owner of the original pioneer homestead dating back to 1 .. |
|
|
R310 |
***
Highly recommended - Honestly the nicest place and greatest value
I have ever seen *** Stay in this delightful guesthouse in the foothills of the Drakensberg. This cottage is a charming and romantic retreat for any visitor with it’s thatch and wooden interiors. Comfort & hospitality are part of the experience. A uniquely different place to stay with a perfect recipe for relaxation. Andrew and Conny make the place perfect with their easy going and hospitable style. |
|
|
|
Orchid
Valley Lodge ( Luxury Lodge ) Three comfortably appointed double bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms. We are also pleased to announce the recent completion of a stunning honeym ... |
|
|
R120 |
Eagles'
Rock Mountain Retreat ( Guesthouse \ B&B ) SELF-CATERING, with the option of BED AND BREAKFAST We welcome you to Eagles’ Rock, our beautiful piece of God’s creation set in the magnificent Sou ... |
|
|
R375 |
Orion
Mont-Aux-Sources Resort ( Northern Drakenberg Resort ) Nestling in the warm foothills of the majestic Drakensberg Mountains and surrounded by the Royal Natal National Park, lies the peaceful Orion Mont-Aux ... |
|
|
R510 |
Cayley
Lodge ( Hotel ) Cayley Lodge is set in 286 acres overlooking the magnificent Cathkin Peak and Champagne Castle mountain ranges of the Central Drakensberg. From Cayley ... |
|
|
R440 |
Little
Switzerland Hotel ( Luxury Drakensberg Resort ) Little Switzerland Hotel is an unforgettable experience enhanced by the peace and tranquility of the majestic Drakensberg mountains. Savour the breath ... |
|
|
R150 |
Jean-Lee
Bed and Breakfast ( Guesthouse \ B&B ) Cosy accommodation to suit your needs and pocket. Laundry, evening meals and self-catering facilities available. Easy Access to N3 Highway and CBD. ... |
|
|
R445 |
Catherderal
Peak Hotel ( Drakensberg Mountain Resort ) Cathedral Peak Hotel is famous for warm hospitality, luxurious accommodation and excellent cuisine. This award winning resort has achieved the perfec ... |
|
|
R320 - R430 |
Sandford
Park Resort ( Country Hotel / Retreat ) Set in a picturesque English country garden with lake and parklike surroundings. Sandford is a farm style country retreat under thatch, situated at th ... |
|
|
R420 |
***
Recommeded choice for the Southern Drakensberg *** Penwarn Country Lodge is a country retreat in the Southern Drakensberg of South Africa, just outside Underberg. We offer full-board, and B&B, and lot |
|
|
R150 to R250 |
*** A
seriously romantic experience *** Live life out on a limb!! Stay in a secluded Treehouse for two. Watch the sun rise and set over Giants Castle in the Drakensberg from your sculpture ... |
|
|
R180 |
Treks,
Trips & Trails ( B&B / Self-catering Cottages ) Nestled in the Central Drakensberg with spectacular views of the Cathkin Peak range you find a perfect location for a peaceful country get-away. We h ... |
|
|
R160 |
Tumble
In ( Bed & Breakfast ) Tumble In B&B is situated on the edge of Underberg Village in a 3.5 acre park-like garden. Sunsets and snow-capped peaks are part of the panoramic vie ... |
|
|
R580 |
Sani
Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort ( Resort Hotel ) The Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort is situated in the Southern Drakensberg region – recently proclaimed a World Heritage Site, approximately 220km ... |
|
|
R150 |
Plum
Tree Lodge ( Guesthouse \ B&B ) We are a very small country village below the Southern Drakensberg Mountains - a very beautiful part of Natal. Tours are offered via the Sani Pass, an ... |
|
|
R115 |
Acorn
Cottages ( Self Catering Cottages ) Two self catering cottages. Location - Winterton/Champagne Valley Central Drakensberg KwaZulu Natal SA. Situated on a peaceful small holding. This is a nicely furbished and comfortable stay and is also great value |
|
|
Rooms from R780 |
*** This
is the
Choice for Conferences *** Imagine a tapestry of towering mountain peaks and air that's literally as fresh as the mountain breeze. Imagine the tinkling of crystal clear strea ... |
![]() |
R130 |
Woodcroft
Guest Cottage ( Guest cottage on Midlands Meander ) Location : Lions River, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Our charming thatched guest cottage lies next to a succession of rapids and pools on the Lions River close to Michaelhouse school at the heart of the |
![]() |
R256 |
Mulberry
Hill Guest House ( Country Guest House ) Location : Currys Post , KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Mulberry Hill Guest House is set on an 80 acre Estate in Currys Post on the Midlands Meander. The Guesthouse consists of six large comfortable be ... |
![]() |
R200 - R300 |
Swiss
Manor House ( Guesthouse \ B&B ) Location : Mooi River, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa The Manor House overlooks the beautiful, lush farmlands punctuated with trout streams and dams for the purist fly fisherman. Each of the ten en-suite b ... |
![]() |
R140 |
THE
SETTLEMENT ( Hotel ) Location : Colenso, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa An upmarket country hotel set in very quiet tranquil surrounding in the heart of the Natal Midlands. |
The following is a comprehensive list Bed & Breakfast establishments, hotels, guest houses and other tourism accommodation in the Drakensberg. The Drakensberg Accommodation Booking Agency "Amakuhlu Central Reservations" also offers a free accommodation reservation service and can suggest places that fit your expectations and pocket.
|
Accommodation Establishment Name |
Telephone |
Accommodation Type |
Description |
| Caterpillar and Catfish Cookhouse | (036)438 6130 | Bed & Breakfast | Situated in the Northern Drakensberg overlooking the Oliviershoek Pass. The Cajun cooking is tops. |
| Cathkin Cottage | (036)-468 1513 / (082)-4018672 | Self catering & Bed & Breakfast | Central Drakensberg. Beautiful, in short a perfect location. The rooms a re a little small |
| Drakensberg B&B - Heart's Ease Farm | (036) 468 1603 | B&B | Central Drakensberg |
| Drakensville Berg Resort | (036)4386287 | Self Catering Resort | A family resort with budget rates. |
| Rose Cottage | (036)488 1049 | Self catering | |
| The Berg House & Cottages | (036)438 6707 | Self Catering | Very average accommodation. |
| Ardmore Guest Fram | Guest House | Homely atmosphere. Home cooking. The rooms are average | |
| Tower of Pizza | (036)438 6480 | Self / B&B / DB&B | If you stay here you have got to eat the pizza |
| Ntenjwa Bush Camp | (036)4481280 | Bush Camp | |
| Tugela River Lodge | (036)4881264 | Bush Camp | |
| KZN Wildlife - Cathedral Peak | (033)8451000 | Caravan & Camping | |
| KZN Wildlife - Cobham and Vergelegen | (033)8451000 | Caravan & Camping | |
| KZN Wildlife - Highmoor | (033)8451000 | Caravan & Camping | |
| KZN Wildlife - Injisuthi | (033)8451000 | Self Catering cottages, Caravan & Camping | |
| KZN Wildlife - Lotheni | (033)8451000 | Self Catering cottages, Caravan & Camping | |
| KZN Wildlife - Mahau and Rugged Glen | (033)8451000 | Caravan & Camping | |
| KZN Wildlife - Monks Cowl | (033)8451000 | Caravan & Camping | |
| KZN Wildlife - Spioenkop | (033)8451000 | Self Catering, Caravan & Camping | |
| Sungubala Mountain Camp | (036)438 6000 | Caravan & Camping | |
| Antbear Guesthouse | (036)3523143 | Guest house | |
| Cathedral Peak Hotel | (036) 488 1888 | ||
| The Cavern Berg Resort | (036) 438 6270 | The family hotel with varied activities. The 'resort of many happy returns' is a 'berg favorite for families. | |
| Champagne Castle Hotel | (036) 468 1063 | Stunning Location. Food is great. This is a very old hotel and that only add to its character. | |
| Champagne Valley Resort | (036) 468 1063 | Excellent time share. If only I could learn to like the concept. | |
| Champagne Sports Resort Hotel | (036) 468 1088 | Predictable and reliable with value put on that professional polished image. Stunning location. Food is just a little boring. | |
| Little Switzerland Resort | (036)438-6220 | Very organized with high standards | |
| Orion Mont Aux Sources Resort | (036)438 8000 | ||
| Sandford Park Resort | (036)4481001 | Country Hotel / Retreat | SANDFORD PARK'S TRANQUIL ATMOSPHERE, BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS AND RECREATIONAL AND HEALTH SPA FACILITIES ENCOURAGE COMPLETE RELAXATION AND IS RECOMMENDED FOR STRESS FREE, PRODUCTIVE SEMINARS AND CONFERENCES. WITH TODAYS PRESSURED LIFESTYLE, BUSINESS PEOPLE WILL APPRECIATE OUR FULLY EQUIPPED CONFERENCE CENTRE IN THE COUNTRY. VISITORS FROM DURBAN AND JOHANNESBURG FIND SANDFORD PARK WITHIN EASY TRAVELLING DISTANCE ON TAR ROAD AND THEIR STAY, WHETHER BUSINESS OR PLEASURE, WELL WORTH THE JOURNEY |
| Cayley Lodge | (036)468 1222 | Country Lodge | Above average. Its a little hotel that has kept a beautiful ambience and not become too impersonal |
| KZN Wildlife - Didima Camp Cathedral Peak | (033)8451000 | Mountain Lodge | |
| Acorn Cottages | (036)468 1674 or 0824905202 | Self-Catering | |
| Alpine Heath Resort and Conference Village | (036)438 6484 | ||
| Berghaven Holiday Cottages | (036)4681212 | ||
| Champagne Cottages | (036)4681210 | ||
| Drakensville Resort | (036)438 6287 | ||
| Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort | (036) 468 1031 | ||
| Kelvin Grove Farm | (036)488 1652 | ||
| KZN Wildlife - Didima Camp Cathedral Peak | (033)8451000 | ||
| KZN Wildlife - Giants Castle | (033)8451000 | ||
| KZN Wildlife - Thendele | (033)8451000 | ||
| KZN Wildlife - DiDema | (033)8451000 | Brand new - I call it the South African version of the Sydney Opera House. The staff till need a bit of training but I think that's only teething problems. If you don't stay here then its worth popping in for a cup of tea as the view is spectacular | |
| The Berg House & Cottages | (036)438 6707 | ||
| Wyford Farm | (058)671 0025 | ||
| Amphitheatre Backpackers cc | (036)438 6106 | Youth Hostel / Backpackers | |
| Drakensberg International Backpackers Lodge | (033) 263 7241 | ||
| Inkosana Lodge and Trekking | (036)468 1202 | ||
| Barretts Country House | (033)2344752 | Bed & Breakfast | |
| Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve | (033)7011511 | ||
| Sani Manor | (033)7021139 | ||
| Taylors B & B | (033)701 2011 | ||
| Tumble In | (033)701 1556 | ||
| Dragons Peaks | Conveniently situated even for an overnight stay. The new B&B cottages are lovely | ||
| Robin's Nest | (033) 7021039 | Guest House | |
| Pennygum Country Cottages | Self Catering | Amicable hostess all in all a pleasant stay | |
| Valemont Country Inn | Hotel/Motel/Inn | Very comfortable and spacious. Extra length bed available | |
| Moorcroft Manor | Guest House | Very up market No children allowed | |
| Ashtonvale Guest House | Guest House | Southern Drakensberg. Prices are excellent but the beds are not really comfortable | |
| Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Leisure Resort | (031) 3374222 | Hotel/Motel/Inn | |
| Everglades Hotel and Conference Facility | 033 234 4233 | ||
| Himeville Arms Hotel | (033) 7021305 | ||
| Sani Pass Hotel & Leisure Resort | (033) 7021320 | ||
| Underberg Inn | (033) 7011412 | ||
| Blue Haze Country Lodge cc | (036)352 5920 | Lodge(Bush/Country) | |
| Orchid Valley Lodge | (082)9028970 | ||
| Penwarn Country Lodge | (033)7011777 | ||
| Valemount Country Lodge | (033)7011687 | ||
| Abingdon Country House | (033)702 0103 | Self-Catering | |
| Bentwood Inn | (033)7012920 | ||
| Cailleagh Croft | (032)525-8350 | ||
| Curragh Lake | (039)747 4550 | ||
| Eagles Rock Mountain Retreat | (033)7011757 | B&B, Self Catering | |
| Ekuthuleni | (033)701 1747 | ||
| Mountain View Self Catering Chalets | (031)3685642 | ||
| Riverlea | (033)7011145 | ||
| Sani Top Chalet | (033)702 1305 | ||
| Splashy Fen Guest Cottage | (033) 7011932 | ||
| The Fairways | (031)3685642 | ||
| Sani Lodge | (033) 702 0330 | Backpackers | |
| Montusi Mountain Lodge | 036 438 6243 | Bergville | Luxury Lodge with expansive 'berg views. Superior service, excellent cuisine and luxury units. |
| Cleaopatra Mountain Farmhouse | Guesthouse | Luxury Guest House situated in the Mountains of the Kamberg valley in the Southern Drakensberg | |
| Drakensberg Sun | |||
| Hartford House | Upmarket and glitzy. For those who like that sort of thing you will have to go a long way to find something better. Food is superb infact better than that. Its the best I have ever eaten. | ||
| Drak Shack | Good views, lovely home. The decor is a little conservative but the location more than makes up for it | ||
| The Nest | |||
| Sungubala Mountain Camp | The Bush-camp in the mountains. For those who enjoy the outdoors, this destination is set in the mountains, ideal for hiking etc. | ||
| Hlalanathi Drakensberg Resort | The Resort overlooking the Thukela, with Self Catering cottages, a restaurant, and a caravan park. Also the home of the Amphitheatre Golf Course |
I have not been able to try every place myself so if you have stay at one of these places please let me know what your experiences were. Good or bad. If you have an accommodation establishment in the Drakensberg Region and you would like it listed on this page for free then mail me your details. I would like to list every Drakensberg accommodation establishment that I can find.
see the Drakensberg accommodation featured on this site
Types of accommodation in the Drakensberg
Hotels, game lodges, small hotels, private game parks, guest farms, luxury tented safari camps, guest houses, bed & breakfast (b&b) establishments, guesthouses, rustic cottages, log cabins, resorts, luxury, upmarket and budget, self catering facilities, caravan parks and camping sites, Guest houses lodge accommodation health and beauty, exclusive lodge accommodation, guest houses with fireplaces can all be found in the Drakensberg. Also check out Valentines Day Specials, easter specials, christmas specials