Find top accommodation in Drakensberg ranging from luxury hotels to budget accommodation. Excellent guesthouses & country hotels provide luxury to farm-style and there is plenty of good self-catering and B&B establishments.
The Drakensberg also boasts some larger hotels and resorts which may not be as intimate as the smaller places but offer facilities that will keep you and the kids entertained for the entire stay.
There are several scenic campsites & caravan parks, some situated right inside the UKhahlamba Drakensberg Park. You don’t get closer to nature than this!
Activities in the Drakensberg range from adventure activities to casual activities that are suitable for all ages and family members. Most hotels offer a variety of activities on site and are also able to organise nearby activities in the surrounding Drakensberg area.
This is the part of the Drakensberg that benefits from all the flowing rivers that flow down the sides of the mountains, making the valleys rich with rivers, lakes and streams, filled with some of the most gorgeous plants, flowers and grasses and rich with hikes.
If you’re not sure of which hotel or resort suits you best, have a look at Home Food & Travel’s list of top accommodation in Drakensberg below;
Malachite Manor – Accommodation type: Hotel
Malachite Manor is situated in one of parts of the country, the Southern Drakensberg.
No matter what the season, the Drakensberg is stunning. In summer the mountains and valleys seem to radiate life and everything, from the grass to the trees is emerald green.
The Orchid Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Our Chefs pride themselves on South African cuisine.
The elegant mix of dark wood, grey slate and tin roofing fits in perfectly with the surroundings. The contemporary décor, crisp white linen, magnificent views and open veranda make this a very enjoyable place to stay…Read More
Telephone 083 645 2026. Make a reservation, click here. Get there, click here. Find out more, click here.
Antbear Lodge – Accommodation type: Lodge
If you love traveling and are always looking for a new experience then Antbear Lodge near Giants Castle, in the Drakensberg, should be on your list of places to stay. They have accommodation with a difference – a cave!
Not any cave, but a cave that is cosy and comfortable. There is a Jacuzzi spa bath, a lounge with fire place and there is even has rock art on the walls.
The wonderfully designed glass doors open onto a veranda with its hammock chairs. Unfortunately, there is only one cave, but there are also a variety of other very comfortable suites…Read More
Telephone 076 441 2362. Make a reservation click here. Get there, click here. Find out more, click here.
Khotso Lodge & Horse Trails – Accommodation type: Lodge
Khotso is your basecamp in the mountains whether you want to hike till you drop, ride out on horseback, or relax by the fire with a cold beer under the stars next to the braai. If you’re looking for the most incredible group accommodation in the mountains, this stunning Log Cabin has been built just for you.
Lovingly made with beautiful yellowwood timber with a vast thatched roof, the Log Cabin features a gigantic open-plan downstairs living area, complete with kitchen and full timber bar counter, dining area and a comfy seating area.
There’s also a large standing braai area and a wide deck to the front of the building for cooking under the stars, watching the mountains, and relaxing with a beer as the sun goes down.
Telephone 082 412 5540. Make a reservation, click here. Get there, click here. Find out more, click here.
Fairways Drakensberg Resort – Accommodation type: Guest House
Situated on 860 acres of World Heritage site, Fairways has spectacular view of the only 18 hole golf course in the Southern Berg. Spectacular contrasts of the seasons are particularly breath-taking!
With a luxurious Fairways three bedroom chalet, the whole family can experience the magic and wonders of Fairways Drakensberg without compromising on comfort.
Beautifully appointed and offering spectacular views of the majestic mountains and golf course, our Fairways chalets offer unparalleled tranquillity and service for you and your family.
Telephone 031 701 1275. Make a reservation, click here. Get there, click here. Find out more, click here.
Sani Valley Lodge and Hotel – Accommodation Type: Lodge
Sani Valley Lodge is a private nature lodge only 2 hours from Durban. It sits within the dramatic Drakensberg mountain range, borders a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is the closest luxury lodge to the famous Sani Pass.
The reserve has a very limited number of secluded luxury lodges designed to accommodate couples, families and small groups, all with the choice of full/ self-catering.
Within the valley sits one of the largest privately owned lakes in South Africa. The lodges are scattered on the edge of the lake which is surrounded by a variety of antelope, zebra, baboons and other wildlife.
Telephone 033 702 0203. Make a reservation, click here. Get there, click here. Find out more, click here.
Giant’s Cup Wilderness Reserve – Accommodation type: Hotel Resort
Giants Cup Wilderness Reserve™, the premier wild-trout flyfishing destination in Southern Africa, is a registered site of Conservation Significance (site no 49).
Home to prolific wildlife and waterfowl, it has been called “one of the most beautiful fly-fishing destinations on the planet” (R. Kirby).
With the Umzimkulwana river and a lake full of wild-spawning rainbow and brown trout, Giants Cup Wilderness sets the standard for authentic wilderness angling in spectacular mountain scenery
Telephone 072 582 7635. Make a reservation, click here. Get there, click here. Find out more, click here.
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